JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL TECHNOLOGY AND LIVELIHOOD EDUCATION AND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL TECHNICAL-VOCATIONAL-LIVELIHOOD TRACK
Technology-Livelihood Education and Technical-Vocational Track specializations may be taken between Grades 9 to 12.
Schools may offer specializations from the four strands as long as the minimum number of hours for each specialization is met.
AGRI-FISHERY ARTS – FISHING GEAR REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE NC III
Fishing Gear Repair and Maintenance (NC III) (320 hours)
This is a specialization course which leads to Fishing Gear Repair and Maintenance NC III. It covers the basic, common and core competencies that a student ought to master.
Basic competencies include skills in:
a) leading workplace communication,
b) leading small teams,
c) developing and practicing negotiation skills,
d) solving problems related to work activities,
e) using mathematical concepts and techniques, and
f) using relevant technologies.
Common competencies cover skills in:
a) applying safety measures in operations,
b) using tools and equipment, and
c) performing estimation and calculation.
On the other hand, core competencies include skills in:
a) supervising unloading and loading of net,
b) evaluating net mending, and
c) administering and monitoring net mending activities.
The preliminaries of this specialization course include the following:
1) A discussion on the relevance of the course,
2) Explanation of key concepts relative to the course, and
3) Explanation of career opportunities.
Introduction
- Basic concepts in Fishing Gear Repair and Maintenance
- Relevance of the course
- Career opportunities
LEARNING COMPETENCIES
- Explain basic concepts in Fishing Gear Repair and Maintenance.
- Discuss the relevance of the course.
- Explore career opportunities for Fishing Gear Repair and Maintenance as a career or source of extra income.
PERSONAL ENTREPRENEURIAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS (PECS)
LO 1. Develop and strengthen Personal Competencies and Skills (PECS) needed in Fishing Gear Repair and Maintenance.
1.1 Identify and assess one’s PECS: characteristics, attributes, lifestyle, skills, and traits.
1.2 Identify successful entrepreneurs/employees in the province/locality.
1.3 Identify and assess a practitioner’s PECS: characteristics, attributes, lifestyle, skills, and traits.
1.4 Compare self with a practitioner.
1.5 Identify areas for improvement, development and growth.
1.6 Align, strengthen, and develop areas based on the results of the PECS Assessment.
LO 1. Recognize and understand the market for Fishing Gear Repair and Maintenance.
1.1 Identify the players/ competitors within the province.
1.2 Identify the different products/services available in the market.
1.3 Enumerate the differences between these products/ services.
LO 2. Develop a product for the Fishing Gear Repair and Maintenance.
2.1 Identify what is of “Value” to the customer.
2.2 Identify the Customer.
2.3 Define and identify what makes a product different.
2.4 Enumerate and apply creativity and innovation techniques in order to develop a product that stands out.
2.5 Identify the unique selling proposition (USP) of the product.
LO 3. Select a business idea for the Fishing Gear Repair and Maintenance based on the criteria and techniques provided.
3.1 Identify potential business ideas to select from.
3.2 Enumerate the various criteria and steps to selecting a business idea.
3.3 Apply the criteria/steps in order to select a viable business idea.
3.4 Identify a business idea based on the criteria/steps provided.
BASIC COMPETENCIES
LESSON 1: LEADING WORKPLACE COMMUNICATION (LWC)
LO 1. Communicate information about workplace processes.
1.1 Select appropriate communication method.
1.2 Communicate multiple operations involving several topic areas.
1.3 Use questions to gain extra information.
1.4 Identify correct sources of information.
1.5 Select and sequence information correctly.
1.6 Maintain verbal and written reports in
both familiar and unfamiliar situations.
LO 2. Lead workplace discussions.
2.1 Seek responses to workplace issues.
2.2 Provide solutions to workplace issues.
2.3 Make constructive contributions to workplace discussions such as production, quality and safety.
2.4 Communicate goals and aims in the workplace.
LO 3. Identify and communicate issues arising in the workplace.
3.1 Identify issues and problems that arise in the workplace.
3.2 Coherently organize information regarding problems and issues to ensure clear and effective communication.
3.3 Initiate dialog with appropriate personnel.
3.4 Address problems and issues arises in the workplace.
LESSON 2: LEADING SMALL TEAM (LST)
LO 1. Provide team leadership.
1.1 Identify work requirements
1.2 Set work requirements to the members of the team
1.3 Properly disseminate work instructions to the members of the team
1.4 Deal with the concerns and issues of the team in performing work/tasks.
LO 2. Assign responsibilities among members.
2.1 Identify and define each duty/responsibility in the workplace.
2.2 Consider the individual experiences and background of each member of the team in assigning the respective duties/responsibilities.
2.3 Respectively assign duties/responsibilities to each member of the team.
LO 3. Set performance expectation to team members.
3.1 Discuss performance expectations in carrying out the tasks.
3.2 Establish performance expectations in carrying out the tasks
3.3 Disseminate performance expectations to all members of the team
LO 4. Supervise team performance.
4.1 Monitor team members performance based on the established performance criteria.
4.2 Provide team members with feedback, positive support and advice on strategies to overcome any difficulties.
4.3 Inform team members of any changes in the priority allocated to assignment or task.
4.4 Provide communication follow-up on all issues affecting the team.
LESSON 3: DEVELOPING AND PRACTICING NEGOTIATION SKILLS (DPN)
LO 1. Plan Negotiations.
1.1 Identify the necessary information in preparing the negotiation plan.
1.1.1 Information on non verbal
environment 1.1.2 Different questioning techniques
1.2 Include the necessary information in the negotiation plan.
LO 2. Participate in negotiations.
2.1 Agree on the criteria for successful outcome
2.2 Consider desired outcomes by all parties
2.3 Use appropriate language throughout the negotiation
2.4 Document issues and processes agreed by all parties
2.5 Discuss possible solutions and their viability
2.6 Confirm and record areas for agreement
2.7 Agree on follow-up action by all parties
LESSON 4: SOLVING PROBLEMS RELATED TO WORK ACTIVITIES (PRW)
LO 1. Identify the problem.
1.1 Identify variances from normal parameters and product quality
1.2 Define the extent, cause and nature of the problem through observation, investigation and analytical techniques
1.3 Specifically state the problems.
LO 2. Determine fundamental causes of the problem.
2.1 Identify possible causes of the problem based on the experience and the use of problem solving tools/analytical techniques.
2.2 Develop statements on the possible cause based on findings.
2.3 Identify fundamental causes per results of investigation conducted.
LO 3. Determine corrective action.
3.1 Consider all possible actions for resolution of the problem.
3.2 Consider strengths and weaknesses for possible options.
3.3 Determine corrective actions to resolve the problem and possible future causes.
3.4 Develop action plans based on the measurable objectives, resources needed and timeline in accordance with safety and operating procedures.
LO 4. Provide recommendation/s to manager.
4.1 Prepare report on recommendations.
4.2 Present recommendations to appropriate personnel.
4.3 Follow-up recommendations; if required.
LESSON 5: USING MATHEMATICAL CONCEPTS AND TECHNIQUES (MCT)
LO 1. Identify mathematical tools and techniques to solve problem.
1.1 Identify problem are based on given condition.
1.2 Select mathematical techniques based on the given problem.
LO 2. Apply mathematical procedure/solution.
2.1 Apply mathematical techniques based on the problem identified.
2.2 Perform mathematical computations to the level of accuracy required for the problem.
2.3 Determine and verify results of mathematical computation based on job requirements.
LO 3. Analyze results.
3.1 Review result of application based on expected and required specifications and outcome.
3.2 Apply appropriate action in case of error.
LESSON 6. USING RELEVANT TECHNOLOGIES (URT)
LO 1. Study/select appropriate technology.
1.1 Determine the usage of different technologies based on job requirements.
1.2 Select appropriate technology as per work specification
LO 2. Apply relevant technology.
2.1 Effectively use relevant technology in carrying out function.
2.2 Use applicable software and hardware as per task requirement.
2.3 Observe and practice management concepts as per established industry practices.
LO 3. Maintain/enhance relevant technology.
3.1 Apply maintenance of technology in accordance with the industry standard operating procedure, manufacturer’s operating guidelines and OHS procedure to ensure its operating ability.
3.2 Update technology through continuous education or training in accordance with job requirement.
3.3 Immediately report technology failure/defect to the concern/responsible person or section for appropriate actions.
COMMON COMPETENCIES
LESSON 7: APPLYING SAFETY MEASURES IN OPERATIONS (ASM)
LO 1. Determine areas of concern for safety measures.
1.1 Identify work tasks in line with safe work operations.
1.2 Determine place for safety measures in line with safe work operations.
1.3 Determine time for safety measures in line with safe work operations.
1.4 Prepare appropriate tools, materials and outfits in line with job requirements.
LO 2. Apply appropriate safety measures.
2.1 Use tools and materials according to specification and procedures.
2.2 Wear outfits according to work requirements.
2.3 Strictly observe lifespan of materials.
2.4 Follow emergency procedures to ensure safe work efficiency.
2.5 Identify and report hazards in the work place in line with industry guidelines.
LO 3. Safe keep/dispose tools, materials and outfit.
3.1 Clean used tools and outfits.
3.2 Store tools and outfits in the designated areas.
3.3 Properly label unused materials.
3.4 Store unused materials according to manufacturer’s recommendation and requirements.
3.5 Dispose waste materials according to manufacturers, government and industry requirements.
LESSON 8: USING TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT (UTE)
LO 1. Select and use tools.
1.1 Appropriately identify tools according to requirement.
1.2 Check tools.
1.3 Report defective tools in accordance with the industry procedures.
1.4 Safely use appropriate tools and equipment according to job requirement and manufacturer’s conditions.
LO 2. Select and operate equipment.
2.1 Identify equipment to be used as per work requirements.
2.2 Carefully read instructional manual of the tools and equipment prior to operation.
2.3 Conduct pre-operation check-up in line with manufacturer’s manual.
2.4 Identify faults in equipment in line with industry procedures.
2.5 Report faults in equipment in line with industry procedures.
LO 3. Perform preventive maintenance.
3.1 Immediately clean tools and equipment after used in line with the industry procedures.
3.2 Perform routine check-up and maintenance.
3.3 Store tools and equipment in designated areas in line with industry procedures.
3.4 Maintain safe and orderly warehouse/storage facilities.
3.5 Net arrangement and ventilation.
LESSON 9: PERFORMING ESTIMATION AND CALCULATION (PEC)
LO 1. Perform estimation.
1.1 Identify job requirements from written or oral communications.
1.2 Estimate quantities of materials and resources required to complete the work task.
1.3 Estimate the time needed to complete a work activity.
1.4 Make accurate estimation or work completion.
1.5 Report estimate of materials and resources to appropriate person.
LO 2. Perform basic workplace calculation.
2.1 Identify calculations to be made according to job requirements.
2.2 Identify correct method of calculation.
2.3 Ascertain system and units of measurement to be followed.
2.4 Perform calculation needed to complete work task using the four basic mathematical operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division)
2.5 Perform computation involving fractions, percentage and mixed numbers
CORE COMPETENCIES
LESSON 10: SUPERVISING UNLOADING AND LOADING OF NET (SUL)
LO 1. Manage unloading and loading of net.
1.1 Identify net arrangement according to loading and unloading procedures.
1.2 Properly cut net in accordance to gear plan.
1.3 Use deck machinery in compliance with workplace procedures and safety regulations.
1.4 Load net parts in accordance with relevant loading regulations and workplace procedures.
1.5 Connect net in order to resemble from the original netting.
1.6 Carry-out unloading activities in a safe and efficient way.
1.7 Supervise team members in accordance with supervisor’s instructions in loading and unloading of nets.
LO 2. Secure and protect net in hauling.
2.1 Inspect net condition.
2.2 Secure net in accordance with safety rules and requirements.
LO 3. Exercise safety and hazard control precautions.
3.1 Use protective equipment in accordance with OH&S regulations.
3.2 Follow safety and hazard precautions during unloading and loading operations
LESSON 11: EVALUATING NET MENDING (ENM)
LO 1. Translate gear plan.
1.1 Identify damages in fishing gear plan in accordance to supervisor’s instructions.
1.2 Indicate net damages in the gear plan.
1.3 Interpret instructions and abbreviations in gear plan in accordance to specifications.
LO 2. Assess damaged nets.
2.1 Examine the properties/characteristics and conditions in accordance to approved specifications.
2.2 Record the materials, characteristics and conditions in accordance to approved specifications.
2.3 Complete required documents for net repair and maintenance.
LO 3. Recommend list of required netting materials.
2.4 Identify netting materials for replacement according to specifications.
2.5 Submit list of materials for purchase according to specifications.
LESSON 12: ADMINISTERING AND MONITORING NET MENDING (AMN)
LO 1. Set directions in repairing damaged net.
1.1 Fix the damaged net according to supervisor’s instructions.
1.2 Instruct repair activities in accordance to standard procedures.
1.3 Coordinate repair activities in accordance to standard procedures.
1.4 Communicate with net menders relating to fishing gear repair activities
LO 2. Perform mending activities.
2.1 Comply with the coverage and rate of inspections on net mending activities based on the standard procedures.
2.2 Supervise net mending activities according to workplace procedures.
2.3 Execute plans/actions in net mending activities in accordance to the gear plan, supervisor’s instructions and OH&S requirements.
2.4 Communicate with supervisor relating to net characteristics and condition.
2.5 Record net mending activities.
Source: K to 12 Agri-Fishery – Fishing Gear Repair and Maintenance (NC III) Curriculum Guide
