E-learning platform
The Programme to support the implementation of the Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) in Seychelles is being implemented by the Government of Seychelles (GoS) in partnership with the European Union (EU).
Objective of the Programme
The programme seeks to enhance trade through a competitive integration of Seychelles into the regional and international trading system.
Overview of global aquaculture trends and production. The drivers of aquaculture's phenomenal growth of 6.9% per annum are identified including the growing demand for fish due to population growth and static world wild fishery catches. Based on the lecture, learners were asked to discuss the strategic position of the Seychelles and its prospects for developing aquaculture
In this module learners are provided with an introduction to aquaculture nutrition. This includes an overview of feeding systems from extensive water bodies where the natural production is enhanced with nutrient inputs to highly intensive flow-through systems where the fish are fed nutritionally complete, pelleted diets. The nutritional requirements of different fish species are considered including energy, protein and lipid needs. The principles of feed formation to meet the requirements of the fish using animal feed ingredients are then presented.
In this course the learners will learn more about the three most basic categories of culture systems namely, Open Systems, Semi-closed Systems and Closed Systems. Many considerations determine which type of culture system is to be used. These include investments, energy, resources, topography and the species to be produced. Aquaculture systems are very diverse in design and function in order to accommodate the unique requirements of the wide range of species, environmental and geographical conditions. Advantages and disadvantages from the different systems will be compared.
Water is without doubt the most valuable of all natural resources; indeed, it forms the very basis of life on Earth. All plant and animal life relies on water, which is also the largest constituent of most living organisms, making up about 60% of the human body and 80-90% of the body mass of most aquatic organisms.
Aquatic ecosystems comprise of a diverse assemblage of organisms whose interactions between each other, and the environment cause a series of complex physio-chemical reactions, many of which have strong influences on fish and invertebrate culture. Water properties and environmental parameters often affect the choice for an aquaculture site and the cultured species. It is important that the aquaculturist have an understanding of water ecology and possess the skills necessary to provide a suitable environment for the venture to be successful.
In this course learners will get a brief overview of the physical, chemical and biological water quality variables.
In this course learners will get a basic understanding of Fish Health Management and Aquatic Diseases.
The water environment is much richer in nutrients than for example the air. This means that a lot of different potential (opportunistic) pathogens are present in the aquatic environment. This constant pressure of pathogens renders the presence of an effective immune system pivotal for the survival of the fish. There are some weak points in the defense system of fish: for example, the large surface of the gills, their delicate structure and the direct contact with surrounding water makes them a preferred target for invading pathogens.
Fish Diseases is a very specialized and technical field and Fish Health Specialist study for several years to qualify themselves in this field. The idea is not for learners to become a Fish Health Specialist but rather to get a basic understanding of this field, understand the terminology and some of the basic concepts.
The training had a
total of 5 modules, and it involved both class and field work, working on
computers, collecting samples of water and sediment and surveying different
types of marine communities using well-established survey techniques.
By the end of this course you will gain basic understanding of the key concepts in Copyright Law for Arts, such as definition of copyright and related rights, copyright ownership and licensing, plagiarism, fair use, and copyright infringement. The students will get acquainted with key national, regional and international copyright legal acts and regulations.
The participants will also gain basic understanding of the key concepts in Industrial Design and Trademark for Arts, such as main definitions of industrial design and trademark, their importance for the art, main instruments for industrial design and trademark protection, key international and regional treaties in industrial design and trademark protection, registration of industrial design and trademark, infringement of industrial design and trademark protection rules. The students will get acquainted as well with key national, regional and international copyright legal acts and regulations in the field of trademark and industrial design.
In the fast-changing and competitive world of tourism, it is increasingly important to differentiate products and services in the market. The perception of products and services as unique influences consumers’ purchasing decisions. Differentiation often comes from intangible features that add value – such as cultural resources, authenticity, creativity, aesthetics, design, image, brand or innovative technology. Investing in this added value is a key element for success in the global market and this investment requires protection. The creator needs to secure the exclusive right to choose how to leverage these intangible assets.
This is where IP system emerges as a key element driving the dynamic evolution of the tourism sector. It can be applied to tourism value chain providers – for example, transportation, accommodation and hospitality, and tour operators – or to destinations.
This course deals with patents, how they are applied for and registered. The objective of this course is to help the participant develop a general understanding of the skills needed for drafting a patent application, filing it, and working with patent authorities to have it issued as a patent. Since national/regional laws and practices may vary significantly, the course participant must also review and understand the specific requirements for the jurisdictions of interest to his client.
The Manual for the course is a compilation and compendium of different sources, such as the WIPO Patent Drafting Manual , Patent it Yourself , and other resources designated throughout the text.
