UNIT SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES CONTENT TEACHING AND LEARNING ACTIVITIES EVALUATION UNIT 2 FISHERIES INSTITUTIONAL FRAMEWORK AND JOB OPPORTUNITIES The student will be able to 3.2.1 name institutions involved in fisheries training and research in Ghana. 3.2.2 outline the objectives of fisheries training and research institutions in Ghana. 3.2.3 identify job opportunities in the fishery sub-sector. 3.2.4 explain the role of extension services in the fisheries sector. Fisheries training and research Institutions. Objectives of fisheries training and research institutions in Ghana - To train manpower for the fisheries sector - to carryout research into fisheries- related matters Job Opportunities in Fisheries - teaching/research - fishing - fish farming - fishpond engineer - import/export/sales person - fish processing - cold store operation - fishing gear/craft manufacturing - fisheries extension services, etc. Role of extension services - Technical assistance to fish farmers - Education of fisher folks on fishery regulations, etc. Teacher to arrange visits to fishing industries, universities, research institutions etc, to find out about their activities. Notable institutions are Department of Oceanography and Fisheries of University of Ghana, Marine Fisheries Research Division of Fisheries Department, Water Research Institute of CSIR, and Faculty of Renewable Natural Resources KNUST. Invite resource persons to talk about the functions of the Ministry of Fisheries and other fisheries organisations opportunities available for further training in fisheries the fishing industry in Ghana and job opportunities in the fisheries sector. Students to discuss job opportunities in fisheries.