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Qualifications Pack for Aquascaping Assistant Designer

Qualifications Pack Code AGR/Q5108 Job Role Aquascaping Assistant Designer

Credits (NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0 Sector Agriculture and Allied Drafted on 10/03/2016 Sub Sector Agriculture Allied Activities Last reviewed on 19/05/2016 Occupation Next review date

Fishing Assistance 19/05/2019 Job Details Job NSQC Clearance on N/A

Job Role Aquascaping Assistant Designer

An Aquascaping Assistant Designer is responsible for Role Description designing and maintaining marine and freshwater aquariums. NSQF level 3 Minimum Educational Qualifications Class 8, preferably Maximum Educational Qualifications Not applicable Training On the job training (Suggested but not mandatory) Minimum Job Entry Age 18 years Experience Not applicable Compulsory: 1. AGR/N5115 Assist in setting up and managing marine aquarium 2. AGR/N5116 Assist in setting up and managing freshwater Applicable National Occupational aquarium Standards (NOS) 3. AGR/N5117 Ensure safety, hygiene and sanitation practices in aquascaping

Optional: Not applicable Performance Criteria As described in the relevant OS units

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Keywords /Terms Description

Sector Sector is a conglomeration of different business operations having similar business and

interests. It may also be defined as a distinct subset of the economy whose components share similar characteristics and interests. Sub-sector Sub-sector is derived from a further breakdown based on the characteristics and interests of its components. Occupation Occupation is a set of job roles, which perform similar/ related set of functions in an

Definitions industry. Function Function is an activity necessary for achieving the key purpose of the sector, occupation, or an area of work, which can be carried out by a person or a group of persons. Functions are identified through functional analysis and form the basis of OS. Sub-function Sub-functions are sub-activities essential to fulfil the achieving the objectives of the function. Job role Job role defines a unique set of functions that together form a unique employment opportunity in an organisation. Occupational Standards OS specify the standards of performance an individual must achieve when carrying out a (OS) function in the workplace, together with the knowledge and understanding they need to meet that standard consistently. Occupational Standards are applicable both in the Indian and global contexts. Performance Criteria Performance criteria are statements that together specify the standard of performance required when carrying out a task. National Occupational NOS are occupational standards which apply uniquely in the Indian context. Standards (OS) Qualifications Pack (QP) QP comprises the set of OS, together with the educational, training and other criteria required to perform a job role. A QP is assigned a unique qualifications pack code. Unit Code Unit code is a unique identifier for an Occupational Standard, which is denoted by an ‘N’ Unit Title Unit title gives a clear overall statement about what the incumbent should be able to do. Description Description gives a short summary of the unit content. This would be helpful to anyone searching on a database to verify that this is the appropriate OS they are looking for. Scope Scope is a set of statements specifying the range of variables that an individual may have to deal with in carrying out the function which have a critical impact on quality of performance required. Knowledge and Knowledge and understanding are statements which together specify the technical, Understanding generic, professional and organisational specific knowledge that an individual needs in order to perform to the required standard. Organisational Context Organisational context includes the way the organisation is structured and how it operates, including the extent of operative knowledge managers have of their relevant areas of responsibility. Technical Knowledge Technical knowledge is the specific knowledge needed to accomplish specific designated responsibilities. Core Skills/ Generic Skills Core skills or generic skills are a group of skills that are the key to learning and working in today’s world. These skills are typically needed in any work environment in today’s world. These skills are typically needed in any work environment. In the context of the OS, these include communication related skills that are applicable to most job roles.

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Qualifications Pack for Aquascaping Assistant Designer

Keywords /Terms Description NOS National Occupational Standard(s) QP Qualifications Pack OS Occupational Standard

PC Performance Criteria

Acronyms

AGR/N5115 Set up and manage marine aquarium ------

National Occupational Standard

Overview

This OS unit is about setting up, managing and maintaining marine aquariums.

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AGR/N5115 Assist in setting up and managing marine aquarium

Unit Code AGR/N5115

Unit Title Assist in setting up and managing marine aquarium (Task) Description This OS unit is about setting up, managing and maintaining marine aquariums Scope This unit/ task covers the following:  Set up and maintain marine aquarium  Ensure proper disease management Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope Element Performance Criteria Set up and maintain To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: marine aquarium PC1. source all the components of the marine reef system required PC2. clean and acclimatize each organism of the reef system like sand, rocks, corals, crabs etc. before introducing fish PC3. set up the complete aquarium structure with air inlets, lighting, filtration

National Occupational Standard NationalOccupational PC4. ensure the method, frequency and percentage of water exchange within the reef system is adhered to PC5. ensure proper working of pick-up filters for removing waste matter PC6. clean the reef system from toxins that may accumulate over a period of time PC7. monitor the reef system for any undesirable growth, parasites or any substance that may threaten the balance of the reef system. PC8. test the pH, ammonia and nitrite levels, and salinity PC9. operate and set up various timers for operating lighting, filtration pumps and heating if any PC10. introduce organisms will help clean the reef system of waste residues in the system PC11. monitor and identify symptoms of common illnesses and aliments and take timely corrective action PC12. ensure nutritionally balanced fish feed, the feeding method and frequency PC13. estimate the time taken for a reef system to balance and thrive, and plan accordingly Ensure proper disease To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: management PC14. check for diseased or dying fish PC15. in case of a disease outbreak, separate the diseased fish from the healthy fish and put them in a quarantine tank PC16. diagnose the problem/disease and treat appropriately PC17. monitor the condition of fish in the quarantine tank for signs of improvement

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AGR/N5115 Assist in setting up and managing marine aquarium

Knowledge and Understanding (K) A. Organizational The individual on the job needs to know and understand: Context (Knowledge KA1. industry standards, process standards and procedures followed by the of the company / ornamental fishing industry organization and its KA2. job responsibilities/duties and standard operating procedures KA3. internal processes like quality management and key contact points for processes) query resolution

B. Technical The individual on the job needs to know and understand: Knowledge KB1. routine maintenance and care required for the running of a marine aquarium KB2. diseases and other harmful growth within the system KB3. various parameters of the water – pH, ammonia, nitrites and salinity with optimum levels KB4. safety and hygiene precautions to be taken during all stages KB5. roles of various organisms of the reef system that balance the ecosystem of a marine aquarium Skills (S) A. Core Skills/ Reading Skills Generic Skills The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA1. read guidelines on ready to use organic components of a marine aquarium, its acclimatization period etc SA2. read the prescribed water quality parameters and any information related to aquascaping

Writing Skills The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA3. keep a log of important events SA4. maintain a checklist with a timeline for setting up and running of a marine aquarium Oral Communication (Listening & Speaking Skills) The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA5. effectively communicate with customers and brief them on the routine maintenance of the aquarium B. Professional Decision Making Skills The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB1. observe critical parameters on day to day basis and take informed decisions, and respond appropriately situations Plan and Organize The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB2. plan and organize the day's monitoring and maintenance work SB3. plan and prioritize the work based on the evaluation of tasks SB4. plan to utilise time and equipment effectively Customer Centricity The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: 7

AGR/N5115 Assist in setting up and managing marine aquarium

SB5. understand customer preferences on aquascaping design, their priorities, limitations and respond appropriately to their needs Problem Solving The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB6. detect problems like infections, contamination, cannibalism, toxic waste build up, well in advance and take timely, corrective action Analytical Thinking The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB7. analyze species survival /mortality data for future improvements in aquascaping SB8. apply domain information about aquascaping, technical knowledge about various species introduced, and their sourcing Critical Thinking The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB9. use common sense and make judgments on day to day basis SB10. use reasoning skills to identify and resolve basic problems SB11. use learned intuition to detect any potential problems which could arise during the process of aquascaping

AGR/N5115 Assist in setting up and managing marine aquarium NOS Version Control

NOS Code AGR/N5115

Credits (NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0 Sector Agriculture and Allied Drafted on 10/03/16 Sub Sector Agriculture Allied Last reviewed on 19/05/2016 Activities Occupation Next review date Fishing Assistance 19/05/2019

AGR/N5116 Assist in setting up and managing freshwater aquarium ------

National Occupational Standard

Overview

This OS unit is about setting up, managing and maintaining freshwater aquariums.

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AGR/N5116 Assist in setting up and managing freshwater aquarium

Unit Code AGR/N5116

Unit Title Assist in setting up and managing freshwater aquarium (Task) Description This OS unit is about setting up, managing and maintaining freshwater aquariums Scope This unit/ task covers the following:  Set up and maintain freshwater aquarium  Ensure proper disease management

Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope Element Performance Criteria Set up and maintain To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: freshwater aquarium PC1. source all the components required for the aquarium as per the specifications of the client

National Occupational Standard NationalOccupational PC2. clean each piece of equipment, acclimatize and prepare it for immersion into the aquarium PC3. set up the complete aquarium structure with air inlets, lighting, filtration PC4. follow the method, frequency and percentage of water exchange within aquarium, and the working of pick-up filters for removing waste matter PC5. clean the aquarium from toxins that may accumulate and monitor it for any undesirable growth, parasites or anything that may threaten the balance of the aquarium PC6. use water conditioners to remove traces of chlorine etc from the water to be used in the aquarium. PC7. operate and set up various timers for operating lighting, filtration pumps and heating if any PC8. introduce organisms that will help clean the aquarium of waste residues PC9. monitor and identify symptoms of common illnesses and aliments and take timely corrective action Ensure proper disease To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: management PC10. check for diseased or dying fish PC11. in case of a disease outbreak, separate the diseased fish from the healthy fish and put them in a quarantine tank PC12. diagnose the problem/disease and treat appropriately PC13. monitor the condition of fish in the quarantine tank for signs of improvement

AGR/N5116 Assist in setting up and managing freshwater aquarium

processes) KA3. internal processes like quality management and key contact points for query resolution

B. Technical The individual on the job needs to know and understand: Knowledge KB1. process of cleaning prior to introducing various aquascaping artefacts, natural and synthetic, of the proposed aquarium KB2. process of routine maintenance and care required for the running of a fresh water aquarium KB3. diseases and other harmful growth within the system KB4. water quality management KB5. safety and hygiene precautions to be taken during all stages Skills (S) A. Core Skills/ Reading Skills Generic Skills The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA1. read guidelines on ready to use artefacts of a fresh water aquarium, and its cleaning SA2. read the prescribed water quality parameters and any information related to aquascaping

SB1. observe critical parameters on day to day basis and take informed

decisions, and respond appropriately to the situation Plan and Organize The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB2. plan and organize the day's monitoring and maintenance work SB3. plan and prioritize the work based on the evaluation of tasks SB4. plan to utilise time and equipments effectively SB5. organize all process/ equipment manuals so as to access information easily Customer Centricity The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB6. understand customer requirements, their priorities, and respond appropriately to their needs Problem Solving The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: 12

AGR/N5116 Assist in setting up and managing freshwater aquarium

SB7. detect problems like contamination, infections etc. well in advance and take timely, corrective action Analytical Thinking The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB8. analyse mortality/survival data for future improvements SB9. apply domain information about aquascaping, technical knowledge about ornamental fish species, its life cycle and rearing Critical Thinking The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB10. use common sense and make judgments on day to day basis SB11. use reasoning skills to identify and resolve basic problems SB12. use learned intuition to detect any potential problems which could arise during the processes

AGR/N5116 Assist in setting up and managing freshwater aquarium

NOS Version Control

NOS Code AGR/N5116

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AGR/N5117 Ensure safety, hygiene and sanitation practices in aquascaping

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National Occupational Standard

Overview

This OS unit is about following safety, hygiene and sanitation practices in marine and freshwater aquariums.

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AGR/N5117 Ensure safety, hygiene and sanitation practices in aquascaping

Unit Code AGR/N5117

Unit Title Ensure safety, hygiene and sanitation practices in aquascaping (Task) Description This OS unit is about following safety, hygiene and sanitation practices in marine and freshwater aquariums Scope This unit/task covers the following:  Ensure safety, hygiene in marine and freshwater aquariums

Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope Element Performance Criteria Ensure safety, To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: hygiene in marine PC1. plan and set up the structure of marine aquarium system and its electrical and freshwater connections keeping in mind guidelines of safety aquariums PC2. ensure each artefact planned for the marine or freshwater aquarium system is acclimatized and cured to specifications that support and sustain that

National Occupational Standard NationalOccupational particular ecosystem PC3. ensure the proper introduction of artefacts, at appropriate times so the ecosystem gradually acclimatizes to each of them PC4. conduct tests of water quality – pH, ammonium, nitrite levels and salinity PC5. exchange appropriate percentages of the water at regular intervals PC6. ensure routine cleaning and inspections of the entire system PC7. monitor the accretion of waste at the bottom of tank and establish a routine to remove them PC8. ensure all filters and fittings camouflaged by artefacts are routinely checked and kept in good working order PC9. establish a feeding routine and choice of feed for all types of aquatic life in the aquarium PC10. ensure the introduction of beneficial organisms that help maintain the sustainability of the aquarium Knowledge and Understanding (K) A. Organization The individual on the job needs to know and understand context KA1. organization standards and procedures followed safety, hygiene and sanitation KA2. job responsibilities/duties for following food safety, hygiene and sanitation KA3. safe disposal methods for waste followed by the organization KA4. importance of following health, hygiene and safety standards and the impact of not following the standards

B. Technical The individual on the job needs to know and understand Knowledge KB1. prevention of infections KB2. personal hygiene requirements KB3. method of maintaining safety checklist

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AGR/N5117 Ensure safety, hygiene and sanitation practices in aquascaping

Skills (S) A. Core Skills/ Reading Skills Generic Skills The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA1. read guidelines on ready to use artefacts of a fresh water aquarium, and its cleaning SA2. read the prescribed water quality parameters and any information related to aquascaping

Writing Skills The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA3. keep a log of important events SA4. maintain a check list of things to do with a timeline for setting up and running of a freshwater aquarium Oral Communication (Listening & Speaking Skills) The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA5. effectively communicate with customers to understand their needs and explain the maintenance and upkeep of the aquarium B. Professional Skills Decision Making The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB1. observe critical parameters on day to day basis and take informed decisions, and respond appropriately to the situation Plan and Organize The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB2. plan and organize the day's monitoring and maintenance work SB3. plan and prioritize the work based on the evaluation of tasks SB4. plan to utilise time and equipments effectively SB5. organize all process/ equipment manuals so as to access information easily Customer Centricity The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB6. understand customer requirements, their priorities, and respond appropriately to their needs Problem Solving The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB7. detect problems like contamination, infections etc. well in advance and take timely, corrective action

Analytical Thinking The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB8. analyse mortality/survival data for future improvements SB9. apply domain information about aquascaping, technical knowledge about ornamental fish species, its life cycle and rearing

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AGR/N5117 Ensure safety, hygiene and sanitation practices in aquascaping

Critical Thinking The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB10. use common sense and make judgments on day to day basis SB11. use reasoning skills to identify and resolve basic problems SB12. use learned intuition to detect any potential problems which could arise during the processes

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AGR/N5117 Ensure safety, hygiene and sanitation practices in aquascaping

NOS Version Control

NOS Code AGR/N5117 Credits (NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0 Sector Agriculture and Allied Drafted on 10/03/16 Sub Sector Agriculture Allied Last reviewed on 19/05/2016 Activities Occupation Next review date Fishing Assistance 19/05/2019

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Annexure

Nomenclature for QP and NOS

Qualifications Pack

9 characters [ABC]/ Q 0101

[Insert 3 letter code for SSC] QP number (2 numbers)

Q denoting Qualifications Pack Occupation (2 numbers)

Occupational Standard

An example of NOS with ‘N’ 9 characters [ABC] / N 0101

[Insert 3 letter code for SSC] OS number (2 numbers)

N denoting National Occupational Standard Occupation (2 numbers)

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The following acronyms/codes have been used in the nomenclature above:

Range of Occupation Sub-sector numbers Agriculture Crop Production 01 – 40 Agriculture Allied Activities 41 – 60 Forestry, Environment and Renewable Energy 61 - 70 Management Agriculture Industries 71 – 90 Generic Occupations 96 - 99

Sequence Description Example

Three letters Industry name AGR

Slash / /

Next letter Whether QP or NOS Q or N

Next two numbers Occupation code 01

Next two numbers OS number 01

Note:

 The range of occupation numbers have been decided based on the number of existing and future occupations in a segment  Occupation numbers from 91 – 95 have been intentionally left blank to accommodate any emerging segment in future.

Assessment Criteria

CRITERIA FOR ASSESSMENT OF TRAINEES Job Role Aquascaping Assistant Designer Qualification Pack AGR/Q5108 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 60% 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

Marks Allocation

Assessment outcomes Assessment criteria for outcomes Total Out Of Theory Skills Marks Practical 1. AGR/N5115 (Set up PC1. source all the components of the 100 6 2 4 and manage marine marine reef system required aquarium) PC2. clean and acclimatize each organism of 6 1 5 the reef system like sand, rocks, corals, crabs etc. before introducing fish

PC3. set up the complete aquarium structure 6 1 5 with air inlets, lighting, filtration

PC4. ensure the method, frequency and 6 2 4 percentage of water exchange within the reef system is adhered to

PC5. ensure proper working of pick-up filters 5 2 3 for removing waste matter

PC6. clean the reef system from toxins that 6 2 4 may accumulate over a period of time

PC7. monitor the reef system for any 6 1 5 undesirable growth, parasites or any substance that may threaten the 22

Assessment Criteria balance of the reef system

PC8. test the pH, ammonia and nitrite levels, 6 1 5 and salinity

PC9. operate and set up various timers for 6 2 4 operating lighting, filtration pumps and heating, if any

PC10. introduce organisms will help clean the 6 2 4 reef system of waste residues in the system

PC11. monitor and identify symptoms of 6 2 4 common illnesses and aliments and take timely corrective action

PC12. ensure nutritionally balanced fish feed, 6 2 4 the feeding method and frequency

PC13. estimate the time taken for a reef 6 2 4 system to balance and thrive, and plan accordingly

PC14. check for diseased or dying fish 6 2 4

PC15. in case of a disease outbreak, separate 6 2 4 the diseased fish from the healthy fish and put them in a quarantine tank

PC16. diagnose the problem/disease and treat 5 2 3 appropriately

PC17. monitor the condition of fish in the 6 2 4 quarantine tank for signs of improvement

 100 30 70 2. AGR/N5116 (Set up PC1. source all the components required for 100 8 2 6 and manage freshwater the aquarium as per the specifications aquarium) of the client

PC2. clean each piece of equipment, 8 2 6 acclimatize and prepare it for immersion into the aquarium

PC3. set up the complete aquarium structure 7 2 5 with air inlets, lighting, filtration

PC4. follow the method, frequency and 8 3 5 percentage of water exchange within aquarium, and the working of pick-up filters for removing waste matter

Assessment Criteria PC5. clean the aquarium from toxins that 8 2 6 may accumulate and monitor it for any undesirable growth, parasites or anything that may threaten the balance of the aquarium

PC6. use water conditioners to remove 8 3 5 traces of chlorine etc. from the water to be used in the aquarium

PC7. operate and set up various timers for 7 2 5 operating lighting, filtration pumps and heating if any.

PC8. introduce organisms that will help 8 3 5 clean the aquarium of waste residues

PC9. monitor and identify symptoms of 7 2 5 common illnesses and aliments and take timely corrective action

PC10. check for diseased or dying fish 8 2 6

PC11. in case of a disease outbreak, separate 8 3 5 the diseased fish from the healthy fish and put them in a quarantine tank

PC12. diagnose the problem/disease and treat 7 2 5 appropriately

PC13. monitor the condition of fish in the 8 2 6 quarantine tank for signs of improvement

100 30 70

3. AGR/N5117 (Ensure PC1. plan and set up the structure of marine 100 10 3 7 safety, hygiene and aquarium system and its electrical sanitation practices in connections keeping in mind guidelines aquascaping) of safety

PC2. ensure each artefact planned for the 10 3 7 marine or freshwater aquarium system is acclimatized and cured to specifications that support and sustain that particular ecosystem

PC3. ensure the proper introduction of 10 3 7 artefacts, at appropriate times so the ecosystem gradually acclimatizes to each of them

PC4. conduct tests of water quality – pH, 10 3 7 ammonium, nitrite levels and salinity

Assessment Criteria PC5. exchange appropriate percentages of the 10 3 7 water at regular intervals

PC6. ensure routine cleaning and inspections 10 3 7 of the entire system

PC7. monitor the accretion of waste at the 10 3 7 bottom of tank and establish a routine to remove them

PC8. ensure all filters and fittings 10 3 7 camouflaged by artefacts are routinely checked and kept in good working order

PC9. establish a feeding routine and choice of 10 3 7 feed for all types of aquatic life in the aquarium

PC10. ensure the introduction of beneficial 10 3 7 organisms that help maintain the sustainability of the aquarium

100 30 70