WSQ High-Tech Crab Farming: Sustainable Aquaculture Solutions

Learning Outcome

Mud Crab Biology and Species Identification
Learners begin with a foundational understanding of the key morphological features, species diversity, and life stages of commercially farmed mud crabs.
Biosecurity, Disease Management, and Waste Management
Building on the biological fundamentals, this unit focuses on biosecurity measures, disease prevention, and management protocols to ensure mud crab health.
Feed and Water Quality Management addresses water quality parameters and their impact on mud crab health, survival, and productivity. It includes feeding schedules, nutritional management, and practical demonstrations of test kits and feeding techniques.
Moulting and Post-Harvest Practices explore moulting cycles and post-harvest practices to maximize product quality and market value.
Integrated Practice consolidates knowledge and skills from all prior units in a simulated aquaculture scenario. Learners apply health management, water quality monitoring, feeding techniques, and safe harvesting practices in a holistic environment

 

For Whom

Junior aquaculture technicians, Aquaculture farm assistants, Seafood production operators, Entrepreneurs exploring sustainable farming opportunities

 

Assume Skills Knowledge / Entry Requirement

Participants should have a basic understanding of English and mathematics to follow the course content effectively.
Interest in Aquaculture

 

Course overview

To develop foundational knowledge and skills for integrated aquaculture scenarios.
Training on implementing biosecurity protocols, managing diseases, and administering treatments to ensure productivity and quality.
Exposure to Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS), automated feeders, and water control technologies to improve operational efficiency.
Sustainable Practices: Emphasis on environmentally responsible aquaculture methods to align with regulatory and market demands.

 

Duration

Total: 14.5 hours (13 training hours + 1.5 assessment hours)

 

Teaching Method

-Classroom Facilitated Training and Practical Training (Work-Based/Workplace Learning)

 

Class Size

16 pax

 

Course Attendance

100% for Classroom Facilitated Training and Practical Training (Work-Based/Workplace Learning)

 

Assessment Advice / Mode of Assessment

MCQ Written Assessment & Practical Assessment

 

Course Code

TGS-2025052570 (Validity: 01/03/2025 to 28/02/2027)

Funding Table

Type	Category of individuals
	Singapore Citizens and Singapore Permanent Residents	Employer-sponsored and self-sponsored Singapore Citizens aged 40 years old and above	SME-sponsored local employees (i.e. Singapore Citizens and  Singapore Permanent Residents)
	Funding Source
	SkillsFuture Funding (Baseline)	SkillsFuture Mid-career Enhanced Subsidy	SkillsFuture Enhanced Training Support for SMEs
Course Fee	$800.00	$800.00	$800.00
SkillsFuture Funding	$400.00	$560.00	$560.00
Total Nett Fee	$400.00	$240.00	$240.00
GST (9% x $800)	$72.00	$72.00	$72.00
Total Fee Payable to Wong Fong Academy Pte Ltd	$472.00	$312.00	$312.00

 

This course is applicable for SkillsFuture Funding up to 70%..

*From 1 Jan 2022, SkillsFuture course funding will be revised to a baseline of 50% subsidy, with an additional 20% subsidy (up to 70% subsidy) for SMEs and Mid-career individuals (Singapore citizens above 40 years old) . Do note that the funding amount advised is not final and is subject to changes.

If you are a Singaporean aged 25 and above, you can choose to use your SkillsFuture Credit to offset the payment for this course. Visit the SkillsFuture Credit website www.skillsfuture.sg/credit to choose from the wide range of approved skills-related courses available on the SkillsFuture Credit course directory.

 

Certification

Based on the successful completion of the course and assessment, a Statement of Attainment (SOA) from the Skillfuture Singapore (SSG) will be awarded to the trainee.

 

Payment Modes
PayNow to UEN 201110331W
Bank Transfer/GIRO details as below:

• BANK NAME : United Overseas Bank Limited
• ACCOUNT NUMBER : 450-302-829-2
• ACCOUNT HOLDER : Wong Fong Academy Pte Ltd
• BANK CODE : 7375
• BRANCH CODE : 001
• SWIFT CODE : UOVBSGSGXXX

Please remember to indicate booking number at the remarks column when payment is done by Paynow, Bank Transfer and/or GIRO.