Curriculum Chart for Skills Award in Fish Farming

AGRICULTURAL PROGRAMMES

TEVET QUALIFICATIONS FRAMEWORK (TQF)

CURRICULUM CHART

FOR

SKILLS AWARD IN FISH FARMING

CHART No. 346

Prepared by:

Curriculum Development Unit,

Technical Education, Vocational and Entrepreneurship Training Authority (TEVETA)
P/Bag RW 16X,
Birdcage Walk,
Lusaka

Phone: +260211253211
E-mail: teveta@teveta.org.zm

February 2016

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

ACRONYMS......................................................................................................................iii
1.0 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS.......................................................................................iv
2.0 RATIONALE............................................................................................................vi
3.0 PROGRAMME PURPOSE......................................................................................vi
4.0 PROGRAMME OUTCOMES..................................................................................vi
5.0 COURSE DURATION............................................................................................vii
6.0 COURSE OUTLINE...............................................................................................vii
7.0 TEACHING/LEARNING STRATEGIES.................................................................vii
8.0 PROGRAMME EVALUATION...............................................................................vii
9.0 ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:...................................................................................viii
10.0 ASSESSMENT......................................................................................................viii
11.0 ATTENDANCE........................................................................................................ix
12.0 PROGRESSION REQUIREMENTS.......................................................................ix
13.0 STAFF QUALIFICATION........................................................................................ix
14.0 CERTIFICATION.....................................................................................................ix
MODULE 346-01-A FISH FARMING.............................................................................1
MODULE 346-02-A ENTREPRENEURSHIP.................................................................3
REFERENCE MATERIALS...............................................................................................5

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ACRONYMS

A&Q - Assessment and Qualification

CDU - Curriculum Development Unit
GACC - George Amda Community College
MAL H/Q - Ministry of Agriculture Head Quarters
MALH/Q - Headquarters
NRDC - Natural Resources Development College
TEVETA - Technical Education, Vocational and Entrepreneurship Training
Authority
TSD - Training Systems Development Unit
UNZA - University of Zambia
VET - Veterinary

1.0 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

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TEVETA wishes to express sincere appreciation to the following experts who

participated in the development of the Skills Award in Fish Farming;

S/N NAME POSITION ORGANISATION

1. Mr Forster Choongo Trainer Mochipapa Research
2. Mr Musukwa Martin Lecturer University of Africa
3. Mr Makeli Phiri Manager GACC Centre
4. Mr Kenneth P. Banda Retiree Fisheries
5. Dr Edwell S.Mwaanga VET Lecturer UNZA
6. Dr Oswin Chibinga Lecturer UNZA
7. Mr Andrew Munyemba Consultant Nakubanga Farms
8. Mr Chibango Mateyo Retiree Njolwe Farm
9. Mr Paul Samba Principal Chipembi College of
Agriculture

10. Mr. Chali M. Nkonde Lecturer Chipembi College of

Agriculture

11. Mr Canisious Lubinga Retiree

12. Mr Sichivula Isaac Training Officer NRDC
13. Mr Mabengwa Mutumpike Lecturer NRDC
14. Mrs Kondwani Mutelekesha Senior Planner MESVTEE
15. Mr Orphan Hachinene Director- DD TEVETA
16. Mr Kenneth Sichinga Manager- TSD TEVETA
17. Mr Stan Muwowo Specialist- CDU TEVETA
18. Miss Chansa Nachilima Specialist- CDU TEVETA
19. Mr Ackim Kalikeka Specialist- CDU TEVETA
20. Mrs Lilian Chigali Specialist- A&Q TEVETA
21. Mrs Catherine Kanyensha Director- A&Q TEVETA
22. Mr Phillip D. Sakala Technician Flophil Zambia
23. Mrs Regina M. Phiri Trainer Palabana DTI
24. Mrs Nancy Phiri Agricultural Officer Ministry of Agriculture
25. Mr Jusina Kasabila Lecturer Kasaka Fisheries
26. Mr Libanga Ochola Lecturer Kasaka Fisheries
27. Mrs Lois Mulube Assistant Director MAL H/Q

Special thanks to the following for offering secretarial services

1. Namuchana Mwiya
2. Bwalya Chipoma

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2.0 RATIONALE

Fish farming is still in its infancy meaning that the industry is not fully developed.
The commercial fish farmers are still very few, with most fish coming from the
natural waters. However, fish from the major natural water bodies is dwindling,
and in some cases depleted due to the bad methods of fishing employed by
small scale fishermen.

In Zambia fish provides the major source of protein in most households

especially for the low and middle income groups. In rural areas people can no
longer afford to buy fish with increasing market prices. Hence, there is an
increasing number of people that are going into fish farming in order to feed their
families and to earn income from the sale of fish.

When compared to agricultural production per area, there is higher profit in fish
farming with good management. Apart from that, fish farming can be practiced in
areas not suitable for crop and livestock production. Fish farming can also be
integrated with other farming activities such as irrigated crop and animal
production.

Small scale fish farmers are unable to produce enough fish for the market due to
lack of skill/knowledge in fish production. As fish becomes fewer in the capture
fisheries there is a need to develop commercial fish farming to meet the demand
for this important source of protein.

Therefore, the need for a curriculum development in fish farming for a skills
award course cannot be overemphasized and cannot come at a better time than
this when the prices of fish have become astronomical. It is imperative to produce
graduates with relevant skills and positive values and attitudes that meet both the
local and global context.

3.0 PROGRAMME PURPOSE

The purpose of the programme is to equip the trainee with knowledge, skills and
appropriate attitudes to carry out fish farming practices.

4.0 PROGRAMME OUTCOMES

On completion of the programme, the trainee will be able to;

4.1 Construct a pond

4.2 Rear fish
4.3 Carry out fish breeding
4.4 Carry out maintenance in fish farming
4.5 Use fish farming implements
4.6 Keep records
4.7 Harvest and process fish

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4.8 Apply entrepreneurial skills

5.0 COURSE DURATION

The duration of the programme is 200 hours or six weeks.

6.0 COURSE OUTLINE

MODULE TITLE HOURS

MODULE 346-01-A FISH FARMING 120

MODULE 346-02-A ENTREPRENEURSHIP 80

TOTAL 200

7.0 TEACHING/LEARNING STRATEGIES

The teaching and learning strategies shall constitute the following:

7.1 Lectures
7.2 Audio visual aids ( Video conferencing, Charts, Pictures, Models)
7.3 Hand-outs
7.4 Demonstrations
7.5 Discussions
7.6 Simulations
7.7 Study tours
7.8 Practical training.

8.0 PROGRAMME EVALUATION

TEVETA shall evaluate the programme as follows:

8.1 Formative evaluation

8.1.1 Purpose: To determine an on-going basis whether the programme

is being implemented as planned and to advise on improvements.

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8.1.2 Major areas of Evaluations: Course Aims and Objectives,

student’s entry requirements, course contents, teaching, learning
activities, learning resources.

8.1.3 Evaluation Instruments: Questionnaires, structured interviews,

observations, checklist, examinations/test records, participation and
attendance in class.

8.1.4 Sources of Information: Students, trainees, administrative

monitors and records.

8.1.5
8.2 Summative Evaluation

8.2.1 Major areas of evaluation - Course aims, trainees’ entry

requirements, course content, learning resources, teaching/learning
activities, trainers, assessors, examiners and graduates’
performance in employment.

8.2.2 Evaluation Instruments:- Questionnaires, structured interviews,

observations, checklists, records, final integrated examinations.

8.2.3 Sources of Information:- Trainees, trainers, assessors,

examiners, administrators, sponsors, students dropouts,
employers, union officials and the general public.

9.0 ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

9.1 Direct Entry: Grade Nine School Certificate

9.2 Mature Age Entry

Two years working experience in fish farming and other related fields.

10.0 ASSESSMENT
Trainees shall be assessed by respective institutions according to the TEVETA
Skills Award Assessment Guidelines

10.1 Final Assessment 100%

10.2 Pass Mark 70%

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11.0 ATTENDANCE

The candidates must have an attendance of minimum 85% to be eligible for the
final examinations

1.0 PROGRESSION REQUIREMENTS

12.1 A candidate should pass all the modules to be awarded the skills
certificate.

12.2 A candidate failing in any modules shall be required to repeat and pass
the failed modules before being awarded with the certificate.

13.0 STAFF QUALIFICATION

13.1 Minimum of Certificate in Fish Farming

13.2 Minimum of two years relevant work experience
13.3 Teaching qualification from an accredited and registered institution
13.4 Accredited Trainer by TEVETA

14.0 CERTIFICATION
Successful trainees will be awarded a Skills Award Certificate in Fish Farming by
the Technical Education, Vocational and Entrepreneurship Training Authority.

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MODULE 346-01-A FISH FARMING

NOMINAL DURATION: 120 HOURS CREDITS: 12

MODULE PURPOSE: To equip the trainees with knowledge, skills and appropriate
attitudes to effectively and efficiently practice fish farming.

LEARNING OUTCOMES: On completion of this module, the trainee will be able to;

1. Identify the fish culture in Zambia

2. Construct fish pond
3. Produce fish seed
4. Manage fish pond
5. Carry out fish protection
6. Harvest and process fish
7. Keep records in fish farming
8. Carry out fish farming mechanisation

UNIT A1.1 IDENTIFYING THE FISH CULTURE IN ZAMBIA

1.1.1 Development of fish farming
1.1.2 Factors affecting fish farming
1.1.3 Classification of fish farming and fish culture

UNIT A1.2 CONSTRUCTING FISH PONDS

1.2.1 Types of Fish Ponds
1.2.2 Site selection of fish pond
1.2.3 Pond construction
1.2.4 Pond preparation for stocking

UNIT A1.3 PRODUCING FISH SEED

1.3.1 Broodstock selection
1.3.2 Fish breeding
1.3.3 Broodstock and fingerling Management
1.3.4 Broodstock and fingerling Feeding

UNIT A1.4 MANAGING FISH POND

1.4.1 Fish pond management
1.4.2 Mono Sex culture
1.4.3 Integrated fish farming practices
1.4.4 Production Calendar

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UNIT A1.5 CARRYING OUT FISH PROTECTION

1.5.1 Fish predators
1.5.2 Fish diseases
1.5.3 Aquatic weed control

UNIT A1.6 HARVESTING AND PROCESSING FISH

1.6.1 Fish cropping
1.6.2 Fish handling
1.6.3 Live fish transportation
1.6.4 Fish processing
1.6.5 Pond restoration

UNIT A1.7 KEEPING RECORDS IN FISH FARMING

1.7.1 Pond Construction and maintenance records
1.7.2 Fish Farming Equipment and tools records
1.7.3 Input and daily operational labor records
1.7.4 Hatchery records
1.7.5 Harvest and sales records

UNIT A1.9 CARRYING OUT FISH FARMING MECHANISATION

1.9.1 Safety, health and environment protection
1.9.2 Workshops processes and farm machinery and equipment
Maintenance
1.9.3 Value addition methods
1.9.4 Farm structures maintenance
1.9.5 Food storage methods

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MODULE 346-02-A ENTREPRENEURSHIP

NOMINAL DURATION: 80 HOURS CREDITS: 8

MODULE PURPOSE: To equip trainees with entrepreneurial knowledge, skills and

appropriate attitude to run profitable enterprises efficiently

LEARNING OUTCOMES: On completion of the module, the trainees will be able to:

1. Use entrepreneurial concepts

2. Demonstrate entrepreneurial competencies
3. Establish an enterprise
4. Manage business
5. Expand a business
6. Establish business networks
7. Develop a business exit plan

UNIT A2.1 USING ENTREPRENEURIAL CONCEPTS

2.1.1 Concepts of entrepreneurship
2.1.2 Economic trends in Zambia
2.1.3 Role of entrepreneurship in national development
2.1.4 Informal and formal sectors
2.1.5 Types of entrepreneurs

UNIT A2.2 DEMONSTRATING ENTERPRENEURIAL COMPETENCES

2.2.1 Identifying competences
2.2.2 Assessing competences
2.2.3 Applying competences

UNIT A2.3 ESTABLISHING AN ENTERPRISE

2.3.1 Generating and selecting business ideas
2.3.2 Market survey
2.3.3 Business opportunity
2.3.4 Business model and form
2.3.5 Business Plan

UNIT A2.4 MANAGING A BUSINESS

2.4.1 Develop business systems
2.4.2 Markets and marketing
2.4.3 Production and technology

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2.4.4 Human resources

2.4.5 Finance

UNIT A2.5 EXPANDING A BUSINESS

2.5.1 Producing and selling new products
2.5.2 Expanding existing markets
2.5.3 Buying other similar businesses
2.5.4 Diversifying into new markets

UNIT A2.6 ESTABLISHING BUSINESS NETWORKS

2.6.1 Working with other businesses
2.6.2 Belonging to an industry association
2.6.3 Establishing linkages with service providers
2.6.4 Participating in community events

UNIT A2.7 DEVELOPING A BUSINESS EXIT PLAN

2.7.1 Exit plan
2.7.2 Succession plan
2.7.3 Estate plan

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Banabas,H.M and Elias,H (1990) Aquaculture Simple Methods for Aquaculture,

Topography for Fresh Water Culture.

Coche, A.G. etal (1981) Water For Fresh Water Fish Culture, Rome; FAO

Coche,A.G.(1988) Topography For Fresh Water Fish Culture, Rome; FAO

De klerk A., Old S. and Breebart H. (2001) Introduction to Entrepreneurship and

Small Business Management, Pretoria.
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FAO (1986) Better Freshwater Fish-Farming, The Pond, Rome; FAO

FAO/GRZ (1987-1990) Fish Farming in Zambia – Training Programme for Agricultural

Extension officers, Chilanga; FAO

Fish Pond Construction and Management (A Field Guide and Extension Manual)

Horvath,L.(1984) Special Methods In Pond Fish Husbandry; Budapest: Akademial

Kiado.

Irvine,D etal (1998) How To Raise Tilapia Nilotica, Lusaka; Zambia Aquaculture Project

JICA (2012) Brood stock Development and Fish Breeding Training Manual, JICA

Kefi A.S (2013) Hatchery Management Training Manual, Kitwe: MAL (Department of
Fisheries)

Longenecker J.G., Moore W.C., and Petty W. (2003), Small Business Management, An
Entrepreneurial Emphasis, 12th edition, Ohio: Thomson – Learning.

Mwiya B (2007), Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management, Copperbelt

University, Kitwe.

Stocks D and Wilson N. (2006), Small Business Management and Entrepreneurship,

Thomson Learning , London, UK.

Technical Education Vocational and Training TEVT, Statement of Policy and Intent,
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Utsugi K. Mazingaliwa, K. (2002) Field Guide to Zambia Fishes, Planktons and

Aquaculture, Lusaka; JICA.