This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to introduce a new aquatic species that has not been previously cultured in the workplace. It includes the ability to research information on new target species, condition broodstock, rear larvae, and analyse and record data.

This unit applies to individuals who have specialised knowledge and technical and/or management responsibility for the breeding program and hatchery operations within an aquaculture setting.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.