Syllabus content and objectives
Official WAEC Fisheries outline · Section A: Introduction to Fisheries & Fishing Activities
Content
Types/importance of fisheries, aquatic habitats, invasive alien species, landing site operations, active/passive gear, craft, harmful fishing practices
Objective
Differentiate capture vs culture fisheries and artisanal vs commercial operations; identify finfishes, crustaceans, and molluscs across freshwater, brackish, and marine habitats; analyze impacts and controls of invasive aquatic weeds (water hyacinth); examine landing site facilities, sanitation, active/passive gear construction/maintenance; evaluate fishing craft (canoes, trawlers) and prevent harmful fishing practices.
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