Description
Course Name: Certificate in Biofloc Technology and Fish Farming
Course Id: CBTFF/Q1001.
Eligibility: 10th Grade(High School) or Equivalent.
Duration: One Month.
Objective: The objective of this course is to provide learners with in-depth knowledge and hands-on skills required to successfully set up and manage a Biofloc-based aquaculture system. This sustainable and cost-effective fish farming technique utilizes beneficial microbes to convert fish waste into protein-rich feed, thereby improving water quality and reducing input costs.
How to Enroll and Get Certified in Your Chosen Course:
Step 1: Choose the course you wish to get certified in.
Step 2: Click on the “Enroll Now” button.
Step 3: Proceed with the enrollment process.
Step 4: Enter your billing details and continue to course fee payment.
Step 5: You will be redirected to the payment gateway. Pay the course and exam fee using one of the following methods:
Debit/Credit Card, Wallet, Paytm, Net Banking, UPI, or Google Pay.
Step 6: After successful payment, you will receive your study material login ID and password via email within 48 hours of fee payment.
Step 7: Once you complete the course, take the online examination.
Step 8: Upon passing the examination, you will receive:
• A soft copy (scanned) of your certificate via email within 7 days of examination.
• A hard copy (original with official seal and signature) sent to your address within 45 day of declaration of result.
Step 9: After certification, you will be offered job opportunities aligned with your area of interest.
Online Examination Detail:
Duration- 60 minutes.
No. of Questions- 30. (Multiple Choice Questions).
Maximum Marks- 100, Passing Marks- 40%.
There is no negative marking in this module.
| Marking System: | ||||||
| S.No. | No. of Questions | Marks Each Question | Total Marks | |||
| 1 | 10 | 5 | 50 | |||
| 2 | 5 | 4 | 20 | |||
| 3 | 5 | 3 | 15 | |||
| 4 | 5 | 2 | 10 | |||
| 5 | 5 | 1 | 5 | |||
| 30 | 100 | |||||
| How Students will be Graded: | ||||||
| S.No. | Marks | Grade | ||||
| 1 | 91-100 | O (Outstanding) | ||||
| 2 | 81-90 | A+ (Excellent) | ||||
| 3 | 71-80 | A (Very Good) | ||||
| 4 | 61-70 | B (Good) | ||||
| 5 | 51-60 | C (Average) | ||||
| 6 | 40-50 | P (Pass) | ||||
| 7 | 0-40 | F (Fail) | ||||
Key Benefits of Certification- Earning a professional certification not only validates your skills but also enhances your employability. Here are the major benefits you gain:
Practical, Job-Ready Skills – Our certifications are designed to equip you with real-world, hands-on skills that match current industry demands — helping you become employment-ready from day one.
Lifetime Validity – Your certification is valid for a lifetime — no renewals or expirations. It serves as a permanent proof of your skills and training.
Lifetime Certificate Verification – Employers and institutions can verify your certification anytime through a secure and reliable verification system — adding credibility to your qualifications.
Industry-Aligned Certification –All certifications are developed in consultation with industry experts to ensure that what you learn is current, relevant, and aligned with market needs.
Preferred by Employers – Candidates from ISO-certified institutes are often prioritized by recruiters due to their exposure to standardized, high-quality training.
Free Job Assistance Based on Your Career Interests – Receive personalized job assistance and career guidance in your preferred domain, helping you land the right role faster.
Syllabus
Introduction to Aquaculture: Aquaculture basics and history, aquatic plants and animals, marketing aquaculture, recreational fishing industry, raising ornamental fish, fundamentals of nutrition in aquaculture, feeds and feeding, health of aquatic animals, water requirements for aquaculture, aquatic structures and equipment, aquariums.
Fishing methods: Carps, catfish, small indigenous fish species (SIFS), snakeheads, tilapias, coldwater fishes, shrimps and prawns, crabs, biology of Indian major carp & biology of exotic carp, aquatic weeds & their control, breeding of aquarium fishes, methods of fish cultivation, aquarium fabrication, fresh water fisheries of India, management of fish farm.
Fish health management: Disease development, viral diseases, bacterial diseases, fungal diseases, parasitic diseases and pests, environmental and other non- infectious diseases, physical environmental and chemical methods of disease prevention, immunity and biological methods of disease prevention and control.
Aquaculture nutrition: Coldwater fisheries scenario of India, nutritional requirements, feeding exotic trout, feeding exotic carps, feeding mahseer, feeding snow trout, nutritional deficiency diseases.
Fish processing technology: Biofloc technology: standard operating procedure, integration of submerged substrates in biofloc based system, biofloc technology for water quality management in aquaculture, nutrition and feeding strategy in a biofloc system, health management in biofloc shrimp culture system, economics of biofloc based farming.
Ornamental fish culture: Introduction, live feed culture and feeding of ornamental fish larvae, general aspects of clownfish hatchery technology, packing and transportation, maintaining marine ornamental fishes in aquarium, feeds and feed manageemnt, diseases and health management.
Job Opportunities after Certificate in Biofloc Technology and Fish Farming
Graduates can pursue careers in aquaculture production, biofloc system management, fish health monitoring, feed management, quality control, consultancy, and fish farming entrepreneurship. The growing demand for sustainable protein sources and eco-friendly farming methods in India makes this sector highly promising.
Top Roles: Biofloc Fish Farm Operator, Fish Farm Manager, Aquaculture Technician, Fish Health Specialist, Quality Control Analyst (Aquaculture), Feed Management Assistant, Aquaculture Consultant, Environmental Officer, Fish Farming Entrepreneur
Key Skills: Biofloc system management, water quality monitoring, fish health care, disease control, feed management, aquaculture production techniques, environmental compliance, troubleshooting, and farm business management
Salary Range (India):
- Entry-level: ₹2–4.5 LPA
- Mid-level: ₹4.5–10 LPA
- Senior-level: ₹10–20+ LPA
Scope: Opportunities exist in commercial fish farms, biofloc aquaculture units, fisheries departments, aquaculture startups, feed manufacturing companies, and environmental agencies. Graduates can also start their own biofloc fish farming business or consultancy services. Earnings vary based on farm size, technology adoption, and market demand.
