Model Curriculum. Fish Seed Grower SECTOR: SUB-SECTOR: OCCUPATION: REF ID: NSQF LEVEL: AGRICULTURE & ALLIED FISHERIES AQUACULTURE AGR/Q4908, v1.

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1 Model Curriculum SECTOR: SUB-SECTOR: OCCUPATION: REF ID: NSQF LEVEL: AGRICULTURE & ALLIED FISHERIES AQUACULTURE AGR/Q4908, v1.0 5

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3 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Curriculum Trainer Prerequisites Annexure: Assessment Criteria 07

4 CURRICULUM / SYLLABUS This program is aimed at training candidates for the job of a, in the Agriculture & Allied Sector/Industry and aims at building the following key competencies amongst the learner Program Name Qualification Pack Name & Reference ID. AGR/Q4908, v1.0 Version No. 1.0 Version Update Date Pre-requisites to Training Training Outcomes Class 10, preferably After completing this programme, participants will be able to: Select and prepare pond for brood stock management Perform hatchery operation and produce spawn/larvae Perform pre breeding Activities, nursery pond management for fry production Perform rearing pond management for fingerling productions Perform transport and marketing of fish seed

5 This course encompasses 3 out of 3 National Occupational Standards (NOS) of Qualification Pack issued by Agriculture Skill Council of India. Sr. Module No. 1 Introduction Theory Duration 05:00 Practical Duration 10:00 Corresponding NOS Code Bridge Module Key Learning Outcomes Understand general discipline in the class room (Do s & Don ts) Study the scope and importance of quality seed in increasing the fish production of the country and ensuring economic stability for the growers Understand the role of a Fish Seed Grower and the progression pathways Identify the commercially important fish species for seed rearing Familiarize with the Government schemes and policies of various related to fish seed growing Familiarize with the process of obtaining relevant permissions for seed production and establishment of hatchery Equipment Required Laptop, white board, marker, projector 2 Carry out seed production Theory Duration 40:00 Practical Duration 95:00 Corresponding NOS Code AGR/N4931 Select suitable pond safe from flooding, poaching for seed production Ensure removal of insects, aquatic weeds, unwanted weed fishes and predators. Ensure proper liming and fertilization Ensure pond preparation as per requirement of the respective stages of seed to be grown, i.e., spawn to fry, fry tofingerling (post larvae to juvenile in freshwater prawn) or fingerling to stunted juveniles Perform Brood Stock Management Select quality broodstock Ensure proper stocking and is being feed regularly with quality feed. Ensure maintenance of water level, fertilization schedules, periodic sampling for ascertaining gonadal development etc. Undertake fry production Prepare pond for stocking of spawn/larvae for fry production Ensure spawn is stocked in correct density and supplementary feed is provided Ensure harvesting of fry by fry net, Laptop, white board, marker, projector, Audio-visual aids, lime, chemical fertilizers rice bran, ground nut oil cake, diesel liquid soap, oxygen cylinder polythene bags, thick thread, conditioning hapa, breeding hapa, hatching hapa, bamboos, canvas bags, hand net, Synthetic hormones like, WOVA-FH, ovatide, pituitary gland, homonizen, balance for weighing in milligrams beaker, distilled Water, Syringes, needles balance for weighing big fishes, Sponge small hatchery drag net, fry net, watch glass.

6 Sr. No. Module Key Learning Outcomes counting, conditioning, packaging and transport for sale, or to rearing ponds for fingerling production Equipment Required Undertake fingerling production Prepare seed rearing pond for fingerling production Ensure stocking of fry in optimum density in cool hours and feeding is done as per the recommended schedule. Ensure recommended water level during culture period and provide periodic liming and fertilizers to maintain water qualityensure harvesting after 3 months of culture by small mesh drag net in cool hours Acclimatize before packing and transport for sale/ safe delivery Pack and Transport to long distances in oxygen filled polythene bags for grow out culture Undertake hatchery operation Ensure hatchery components like spawning pool, hatching pools, over head water tank is thoroughly cleaned, duck mouths are open, check valves are working and water pump is working. Ensure mature brooders are brought to the hatchery in water filled canvas bags Ensure males and females are kept separately in hapas in water filled spawning pools. Ensure synthetic hormones/ pituitary extract is injected in recommended doses at periodic intervals Ensure injected brood fish is released in spawning pool, shower is running and water is coming to the pool from inlet and spawning pool is covered with net to prevent the escape of brood fish during spawning. Ensure spawning and fertilization of fishes Ensure collection of eggs after complete spawning Ensure fertilized eggs are

7 Sr. No. Module 3 Ensure personnel management Theory Duration Practical Duration 20:00 Corresponding NOS Code AGR/N4932 Key Learning Outcomes transferred to hatching pools at the required density Ensure collection of spawn its transfer to nursery pond for fry production. Ensure thorough cleaning of hatchery after every cycle. Ensure the availability of the workforce required for each and every activity Allocate the work and maintain records of the scheduled activities Ensure required inputs have been procured and transported to the site and assessment has been done for requirement of labour each day Ensure availability of skilled persons for hatchery operation activities like identification of matured male and female, their transport to hatchery, injecting hormones at right dose etc Ensure necessary funds are available for day to day expenses. Assess the capabilities of the workers and ensure periodic training on different aspects Maintain register for attendance and daily wages, availability of diesel for operation of water pump and generator if electricity is not there, procurement of diesel etc. Ensure every activity has been properly planned and recorded. Equipment Required Laptop, white board, marker, projector, register, scale 4 Ensure safety hygiene and sanitation practices for culture operations Theory Duration 10:00 Practical Duration 20:00 Corresponding NOS Code AGR/Q4918 Maintain personal hygiene & safety Maintain health & hygiene of seed during transportation and at various stages of growth & maturity Ensure safety measures and upkeep of water bodies used in fish culture Monitor the quality of the water regularly Ensure thorough drying and cleaning of nets, hapas, hand nets, canvas bags, spawning & hatching pools Take necessary precautions to avoid disease outbreaks Ensure standard methods are followed in case of any calamity Perform timely record keeping and documentation First aid box, Hand nets and cast nets, Dip nets, Hand gloves, boots, Head gear, Apron, Fresh towel, Cotton.

8 Sr. No. Module Key Learning Outcomes Equipment Required Total Duration: Theory Duration 65:00 Practical Duration 145:00 Unique Equipment Required: Laptop, white board, marker, projector, lime, chemical fertilizers rice bran, ground nut oil cake, diesel liquid soap, oxygen cylinder polythene bags, thick thread, conditioning hapa, breeding hapa, hatching hapa, bamboos, canvas bags, hand net, Synthetic hormones like, WOVA-FH, ovatide, pituitary gland, homonizen, balance for weighing in milligrams beaker, distilled Water, Syringes, needles balance for weighing big fishes, Sponge small hatchery drag net, fry net, watch glass, register, scale, First aid box, Hand nets and cast nets, Dip nets, Hand gloves, boots, Head gear, Apron, Fresh towel, Cotton. Grand Total Course Duration: 210 Hours, 0 Minutes (This syllabus/ curriculum has been approved by Agriculture Skill Council of India)

9 Trainer Prerequisites for Job role: mapped to Qualification Pack: AGR/Q4908, v1.0 Sr. No. Area Details 1 Description Trainer is responsible for educating the trainees on fish seed production, identification of fish species, brood fish management, nursery and rearing pond management, hatchery operation, seed rearing, harvesting, packing and transportation and marketing to fish grower. 2 Personal Attributes Trainer should be a Subject Matter Expert. He/ she should have good communication, leadership, observation and practical oriented skills. 3 Minimum Diploma in Fisheries Educational Qualifications 4a Domain Certification Certified for Job Role: mapped to QP: AGR/Q4908, v1.0. Minimum accepted score is 70% 4b Platform Certification Certified for the Job Role: Trainer, mapped to the Qualification Pack: MEP/Q0102. Minimum accepted % as per respective SSC guidelines is 80%. 5 Experience B. F. Sc/ M.F.Sc./ M.Sc. in Marine Biology/ Industrial Fisheries/ Mariculture B. Sc (Fisheries)/M.Sc. Zoology with 1 year of relevant work experience B. Sc. Zoology with 2 years of relevant work experience Diploma (more than 12 months) in fisheries with 3 years of relevant work experience

10 Annexure: Assessment Criteria Job Role Qualification Pack AGR/Q4908 Sector Skill Council Agriculture Skill Council of India Guidelines for Assessment 1. Criteria for assessment for each Qualification Pack will be created by the Sector Skill Council. Each Performance Criteria (PC) will be assigned marks proportional to its importance in NOS. SSC will also lay down proportion of marks for Theory and Skills Practical for each PC 2. The assessment for the theory part will be based on knowledge bank of questions created by the SSC 3. Individual assessment agencies will create unique question papers for theory part for each candidate at each examination/training center (as per assessment criteria below) 4. Individual assessment agencies will create unique evaluations for skill practical for every student at each examination/training center based on this criteria 5. To pass the Qualification Pack, every trainee should score a minimum of 70% in aggregate 6. In case of successfully passing only certain number of NOS's, the trainee is eligible to take subsequent assessment on the balance NOS's to pass the Qualification Pack

11 Marks Allocation Assessment outcomes Assessment criteria for outcomes Total Marks Out Of Theory Skills Practical 1. AGR/N4931 Carry out seed production PC1. identify the species (carps, catfish, murrels, freshwater prawn, etc.) to be used for seed rearing PC2. ensure pond preparation as per requirement of the respective stages of seed to be grown, i.e., spawn to fry, fry-fingerling (post larvae to juvenile in freshwater prawn) or fingerling to stunted juveniles PC3. decide on types and dosages of basal manuring, liming and soil treatment in case of new pond PC4. choose method of application of the inputs PC5. determine appropriate methods of eradication of aquatic weed and advise the workers on the safety measures while applying the chemicals PC6. apply appropriate method of eradicating predatory and weed fishes PC7. determine different types of liming material and its method of application in pond to be used at various stage of culture operation PC8. determine types of fertilizers to be applied to the pond at different stage of culture operation PC9. determine appropriate measures for controlling aquatic insects prior to seed stocking PC10. find out the source of quality seed of the desired organisms 100 PC11. ensure seed transportation with minimum stress PC12. ensure seed stocking after due acclimatisation and at appropriate density and species ratio PC13. monitor the rearing methods for the variety of organisms PC14. maintain desirable water depth in the pond/tank PC15. ensure availability of suitable environment for the rearing of specific species or group of species

12 PC16. identify culture activities of each variety of organisms in rearing system PC17. use appropriate feed, in right quantity and with appropriate feeding schedule PC18. carry out periodic sampling to check occurrence of pathogens, abnormalities and infections in the seed PC19. use appropriate methods for seed harvesting 2. AGR/N4932 Ensure personnel management PC20. select appropriate mesh size of net for seed harvesting PC21. ensure proper conditioning of the seed prior to transportation PC22. identify method of seed transportation (open or closed system) and the container to be used PC23. determine the density of packing PC1. determine manpower demand required for transportation PC2. PC3. PC4. PC5. PC6. PC7. stocking survival and growth monitoring pond netting for broodstock selection, handling and induced breeding define roles and responsibilities of all personnel prepare a backup plan for manpower allocation in case of unforeseen circumstances coordinate work hours including scheduling, approving time off requests, tracking absences, timekeeping provide training to workers on important policies and procedures on an ongoing basis ensure that the workers are well trained in their respective lines of work facilitate communications from equipment and other machinery repairs personnel

13 3.AGR/N4918 Ensure safety, hygiene and sanitation practices for culture operations PC1. ensure suitable measures for protection of from natural calamities such as flood, protect dyke from erosion or break PC2. ensure protection and prevent escape of the cultured organisms PC3. identify common predators and preying organisms in water bodies PC4. apply suitable methods such as fencing to keep away predators in water bodies to protect fish culture PC5. restrict entry of unauthorized persons into the premises PC6. be fully aware of the dosage, toxicity level and method of application of chemicals / medicines used for fish culture PC7. ensure all chemicals are adequately labelled and stored safely PC8. identify a quarantine area and implement protocols of quarantine PC9. be aware of the possibilities of bacterial (water borne, air borne, formite borne )and other contamination from human handling PC10. apply effective systems and routines to ensure healthy and hygienic conditions during all stages of fish culture including transportation and marketing PC11. ensure that the fish culture premises are constantly monitored/inspected for breaches in the protection provided by health and hygiene measures PC12. undertake basic safety checks before operation of any equipments PC13. wear protective clothing and gear as and when required and ensure adherence to safety guidelines PC14. report potential hazards to the supervisor immediately PC15. follow standard procedures to deal with accidents and emergency situations PC16. use first aid kit as and when required and provide appropriate treatment in case of any injuries PC17. ensure maintenance of suitable soil and water quality parameters at all times with frequent tests PC18. ensure specified feed is provided to organisms at regular intervals and excess feeding is avoided 100 PC19. carry out regular inspection of

14 organisms for possible presence of parasites, pathogenic infections, any phenotypic disorder, spot, etc. which are usually the signs of ailments or disease outbreak PC20. ensure all nets, utensils and vessels used are decontaminated and clean PC21. implement effective security measures for prevention of theft/sabotage GRAND TOTAL