Aquaculture – Grade 7-8

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Quarter 1 – Module 3: Perform Estimation and Basic Calculations
First Edition, 2020

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Lesson
PERFORM ESTIMATION AND BASIC CALCULATION
2
(PEBC)
This module was designed and aimed to help you master the estimation and basic calculation used in
animal production. The scope of this module allows it to be used in many different learning activities.
The module is divided into two lessons, namely:

 Lesson 1 - Perform estimation

 Lesson 2 - Perform basic workplace calculations

After going through this module, you are expected to:

1. Follow procedures in reporting to appropriate person/s the estimate of materials and resources
2. Perform estimations or calculations to be done according to the job requirement
3. Employ different techniques in checking the accuracy of result.

What I Know
PRETEST 1

Direction: Find out how much you already know about estimation. Choose the letter that you think
best answers the question. After taking and checking this short test, take note of the items that you
were not able to answer correctly and look for the answers as you go through this module.

1. What is the main cause for a project’s failure?

A. low cost of development B. poor planning C. economic considerations D. proper record keeping

2. What should be prepared in order to estimate the quality of materials and resources needed to
complete a work?
A. schedule of development B. bill of materials C. feasibility study D. project proposal

3. Which of the following is not included when preparing a bill of materials?

A. kind of materials B. quality of materials C. quantity of materials D. cost of materials

4. It is determined how and when a project will begin and end within a certain time frame based on
daily output.
A. project estimation B. project development C. project programming D. project proposal making

5. What is required to assess the demands of a particular job in respect to a job applicant's
qualifications?
A. job requirement B. educational qualification of applicants C. materials needed to complete a work
activity D. financial requirement

6. How will you estimate the time needed to complete a work activity?
A. Hire plenty of laborers. C. Make a feasibility study
B. Prepare a work schedule or program of work D. Follow a project proposal.

7. If the unit cost of one elf load of gravel is Php 1400, how much is the cost of 3 elf loads of gravel?
A. Php 2,200 B. Php 3,200 C. Php 4,200 D. Php 5,200

8. Reporting needed materials for a project to appropriate persons facilitates _______

A. funding of the project B. hiring of needed laborers C. recording of income D. record keeping
9. Which of the following is a function of a project caretaker? A. Prepare a feasibility study B. Form a
functional working team C. Secure loan from a bank D. Delegate work to others

10. What determines the number of days allotted to complete a work activity?
A. daily labor requirement B. weekly labor requirement C. monthly labor requirement D. yearly labor
requirement

Great Job! Have you taken note of the items that you were not able to
answer correctly? If yes, let’s look for the answers as you go through
this lesson. Let’s get this started. Enjoy learning!

What’s In?
Let’s try if you can still remember what have you learned about your previous lesson.
_____________________ 1. This is a hand tool, often having fixed or adjustable jaws, used for gripping,
turning, and fastening, tightening, twisting or loosening objects.
_____________________ 2. This is used to deliver blows to an object or strike another object, in the sense
that it is used for driving nails, fitting parts and breaking up objects.
_____________________ 3. This is a tool used for turning screws so as to drive them into their place.
_____________________ 4. These are essential tool for examining a finished product or semi-finished
product.
_____________________ 5. These are used to measure water transparency.
Directions: Write T if the statement is correct and F if the statement is incorrect.
___ 1. All workshop equipment should have damage when using.
___ 2. Dispose of liquid and solid waste such as oils and worn components in an improper manner.
___ 3. Use the correct tool for the job.
___ 4. Proper tool storage is responsible for many shop accidents.
___ 5. Flush the pump case with clean fresh water then completely drain it

What’s New
Performing Estimation

I. Job Requirement
The worst mistake a prospective operator can make is to develop an area without first obtaining
project cost estimates and a program of development. The disadvantages are a waste of development
funds and a lack of accessibility in the area. Project failure due to poor planning is the leading cause of
personal bankruptcy.
Aquaculture facility construction involves a variety of procedures and operations, with specific
job requirements based on the type of aquaculture facility to be built. Each has its own materials,
resources, and labor requirements, which serve as the foundation for estimating construction costs
and time.
Each type of aquaculture facility has its own set of procedures in place. These serve as a
guideline for building each type while addressing the job requirements involved in the construction.
For example, when building a fishpond or a fish cage, we must follow the following procedures:
Fish pond construction
1. Considering the characteristics of pond dikes
2. Compacting earthen dikes
3. Preparing the foundations of the dike
4. Calculating dike and excavation volumes
5. Constructing dug-out ponds
6. Constructing barrage ponds
7. Constructing paddy ponds
8. Constructing cut-and-fill ponds
9. Protecting dikes against erosion by rain
10. Pond-bottom drains 11. First filling of the pond
Fish cage construction
1. Determining the shape of the cage
2. Preparation of the materials needed for the cage construction
3. Constructing the frame of cage
4. Installing the mesh or netting
5. Constructing feeding ring
6. Installing lid to prevent fish from escaping and protecting from predators
7. Installing floatation (Styrofoam, plastic bottles, PVC pipes) for the cage

II. Bill of Materials & Cost Estimates

A. Estimating Quantity of Materials to Complete a Work Task
A bill of materials and cost estimates are required to estimate the qualities of materials and resources
required to complete a work task. Please note that material prices will vary depending on the location
and supply of materials.
Table1. Example of bill of materials and cost estimates in constructing a 5 m x 1.5 m x 1.0 m
rectangular fish tank.

MATERIALS QUANTITY UNIT COST TOTAL

1. Gravel 1 ELF load 1, 580 1, 580
2. Sand 1 ELF load 1,120 1,120
3. CHB 4” x 8” x 16” 170 pcs 7 1,190
4. Portland cement 25 bags 187 4,675
5. Steel Bar (10mm) 16 pcs 177 2, 832
6. Sahara cement 9 bags 47 423
7. PVC ¾ 6 pcs 98 588
8. PVC Elbow 3/4 6 pcs 15 90
9. PVC 4 1 pc 230 230
10.PVC Solvent cement 1 small can 38 38
11. Faucet 1 pc 160 160
12. G.I Wire # 16 1.5 kg 64 96
13.Hose 5mm. 10 m 9.50 95
13, 117

B. Estimating Time to Complete a Work Activity

In a work activity, time is an important factor to consider. A work schedule or a program of
work should be prepared to help with the completion of a certain job.
Project programming is a list of work activities in relation to the amount of manpower required
versus the volume or piece required at a certain time in the development process. It is determined how
and when a project will begin and end within a certain time frame based on daily output, or by
determining the number of days a work will take to complete.
The program of work is the basis of the implementation of the project. Each item should be
evaluated and calculated realistically so that each job will be properly developed and implemented
economically.
Table 2. Proposed program of work for one-hectare pond

ACTIVITIES NATURE OF DAILY LABOR DURA SUPPORT

APPOINTME REQUIREMENT TION FACILITIES AND
NT 8 hr/day (Days) EQUIPMENT
1. Clearing and marking the Daily 6 laborers 12 Plastic hose (1cm.
park of dikes dis. 50m. long)
2. Earthwork
a. Construction of dikes Contract 20 laborers 42
labor Digging blades,
b. Construction of dikes Contract 10 laborers 21 tractor, rotator,
labor bulldozer
c. Leveling Contract 6 laborers 14
labor
3. Construction and Carpentry tools,
installation of gates and digging blades,
pipes solved:

a. construction Daily 6 laborers 12

b. installation Daily 6 laborers 12
1. Finishing touches Daily 6 laborers 12

Table3. Schedule of development of a one-hectare fish pond

ACTIVITIES MONTHS

JAN FEB MAR APR MAY

1. Clearing and marking the path of
the dike
2. Earth Work
a. constructing the dike
b. constructing the canal
c. leveling
3. Constructing gates and installing
pipes
a. construction
b. installation
4. Finishing Touches

The fish operator or caretaker acts as an overseer of the project showed,

 Plans ahead what are to be done on time.

 Keeps his co-workers well-informed of the activities to be undertaken.
 Follows the work plan, target, and calendar of activities closely to attain its target production.
 Forms a functional working team in order to carry out the plan as scheduled.
After all the job requirements are identified, the quantity of materials resources, and time needed to
complete a work activity are estimated. Reporting to the appropriate person for funding is necessary (i.
e, teacher, project, leader, headteacher, principal, entrepreneurs, and private state holders.

What’s More
ACTIVITY 1
MATCHING TYPE: Direction: Read the statement carefully. Match column A with column B and write
the letter of the correct answer on the space provided before the number.
A                                                                                 B

            1) List of materials needed                              a. Estimation

that are itemized to complete a job.

            2) Listing of activities to                                   b. Job Requirement

determine how and when a completed.

            3) The mathematical determination                 c. Work Schedule

of the quantity.

            4) The process of preparing an                         d. Project Programming

approximate computation of the
probable cost of a piece of work
prepared by a person doing a work.

            5) An element necessary to                               e. Cost Estimates

perform a work task in relation to
job applicants.

            6) Is a very important element to                       f. Calculation

consider in a work activity.

            7) Is the basis of the                                          g. Program of Development

implementation of the project.

            8) It changes depending on the                           h. Program of work

locality and supply of materials.                                     i. Prices of materials
                                                                                     j. Time
                                                                                     k. Bill of Materials
                                              

What I Have Learned

ACTIVITY 1.1
Direction: Read each statement and fill in the blanks with the correct answers. Select your answers
from the words/terms/names inside the box.

time project programming bill of materials locality

program of development cost estimates supply of materials

work schedule project cost estimates program work

The worst error a prospective operator can make is to develop an area without

1.______________________and 2. _____________________.

In order to estimate the qualities of materials and resources required to complete a work

task, there is a need to prepare a 3. ________________ and 4. __________________.

Prices of materials change depending on the 5. _____________ and 6. ____________of

materials.

7._________is a very important element to consider in a work activity.

To facilitate completion of a certain job, 8. ____________ or a program of work should be

prepared.

9._______________ is a listing of work activities in relation to manpower requirement

versus the volume or piece of required at a certain time of development

The 10. _______________ is the basis of the implementation of the project.

What I Can Do
ACTIVITY 1.2: Problem solving
Estimating the quantity of materials and resources needed.

A fish pond requires construction activities. Marking the area of the proposed pond is the first step in
the construction of a fish pond. After the visitation of the area, the engineer was able to list down some
of the materials and resources needed. Below is a table that contains the list and other variables.
Compute what is being required in the table:

MATERIALS QUANTITY UNIT COST (Php) TOTAL (Php)

1. SAND 2 elves load 1, 480 ?
2. PORTLAND CEMENT 35 bags 180 ?
3. STEEL BAR ? 6 240
4. G.I WIRE 2kg ? 110
5. FAUCET ? 15 30

Assessment
Assess what you have learned.
Instructions:
1. Construct a 7 m by 3.5 m with a depth of 1.0 m rectangular fish pond.
2. Make a bill of materials and cost estimates for the construction/development of the
facility.
3. Prepare a program of work
4. Make a schedule of activities.

I. Bill of Materials & cost estimates in constructing a 7 m by 3.5 m with a depth of 1.0 m
rectangular fish pond. (Complete the Table)

MATERIALS QUANTITY UNIT COST TOTAL

Gravel 1 ELF load 1, 580 ?

Sand 1 ELF load 1,120 1,120
CHB 4” x 8” x 16” 200 pcs 7 ?
Portland cement 38 bags 187 ?
Steel Bar (10mm) 24 pcs 177 ?
Sahara cement 13 bags 47 ?
PVC ¾ ? 98 784
PVC Elbow 3/4 8 pcs 15 ?
PVC 4 1 pc ? 230
PVC Solvent cement 2 smalls can 38 ?
Faucet 1 pc 160 ?
G.I Wire # 16 ? 64 128
Hose 5mm. 15 m 9.50
?

II. Proposed program of work

ACTIVITIES NATURE OF DAILY LABOR DURA SUPPORT

APPOINTME REQUIREMENT TION FACILITIES AND
NT 8 hr/day (Days) EQUIPMENT
4. Clearing and marking the Daily Plastic hose (1cm.
park of dikes dis. 50m. long)
5. Earthwork
d. Construction of dikes Contract
labor Digging blades,
e. Construction of dikes Contract tractor, rotator,
labor bulldozer
f. Leveling Contract
labor
6. Construction and Carpentry tools,
installation of gates and digging blades,
pipes solved:

c. construction Daily
d. installation Daily
2. Finishing touches Daily

III. Schedule of development

ACTIVITIES MONTHS

JUNE JULY AUG SEP OCT

5. Clearing and marking the path of
the dike
6. Earth Work
d. constructing the dike
e. constructing the canal
f. leveling
7. Constructing gates and installing
pipes
c. construction
d. installation
8. Finishing Touches

Performance Criteria Checklist

Do the student/s. YES NO NOT
APPLICABLE
1. Identified the job requirements for the
development/construction of the aquaculture facility?
2. Estimated the quantities of materials and resources required to
complete a work task
3. Estimated time needed to complete a work activity through a
calendar of activities
4. Reported the estimate of materials and resources are to
appropriate person

Student’s name: _____________________________________ Date: ______________________

PERFORM BASIC WORKPLACE CALCULATION

This module gives emphasis to:

 Calculations to be made are identified according to job requirements.
 Correct method of calculation is determined.
 Systems and units of measurement to be followed are ascertained.
 Calculations needed to complete work tasks are performed using the four basic mathematical
operations.
 Appropriate operations are used to comply with the instruction.
 Result obtained is reviewed and thoroughly checked.

What I Know
Pretest 2
I. Encircle the largest amount in each box.

1m 1 km 2m 5 km
1 km 2000 m 400 cm 6000 cm
1 cm 3000 m 700 mm 4000 cm

II. Use greater than (>), less than (<) or equals (=) to compare the amounts.
1. 3km________ 2000m
2. 5cm________ 50mm
3. 7m_________ 500cm
4. 40cm________ 4m
5. 30mm_______ 3cm
6. 1000m______ 1km
7. 300m________3km
8. 6cm_________ 80cm
9. 800cm________ 7m
10.5km_________ 4900m

What’s In
Let’s try if you can still remember what have you learned about your previous lesson.
1. What is the first step in constructing a fish cage or fish pond?
2. Why is it important to estimate the number of materials in constructing a fish cage or fish
pond?

What’s New

Basic Mathematical Operations

Work Activity in Fish Culture that Needs Calculation
A. Feed Formulation
Feed formulation is the process of mixing together various ingredients in the right proportion
to produce a nutritionally balanced diet. Calculating the right proportion of ingredients is
emphasized by using the Pearson Square method.
BALANCING CRUDE PROTEIN LEVEL
Protein is the most expensive component of most animal diets and is usually the first
nutrient calculated in diet formulation. The diet's energy level is then adjusted to the desired level
by adding high energy supplements), which are less expensive than protein supplements. The
square method is a simple method for determining the proper dietary proportions of high and low
protein feedstuffs to add to a feed in order to meet the dietary requirements of the animal being fed.
 In the examples that follow, diet composition is given as g/100g or as %
a. Suppose rice bran and soybean meal were available as feedstuffs to prepare a diet for carp that
was 28 percent crude protein.

Diet with two ingredients

Balance a 28% protein diet with the following ingredients:
rice bran (8.4% crude protein)
soybean meal (46% crude protein)

Use Pearson’s Square Method

1. Draw a square and place desired protein level of the diet in the middle.
2. Place the two ingredients and their protein content on the left side of the square.
3. Subtract the protein content of each ingredient from the desired protein level of the feed.
Place the difference at the corner of the square diagonally opposite the ingredient. Take absolute
value only, that is, ignore positive and negative signs.
4. Take the sum of the numbers at the right of the square.
Rice bran (46- 28= 18)
Soybean (8.4- 28= 19.6) Note: Take absolute value only, that is, ignore positive and negative signs.
(18÷ 37.6) x 100 = 47.9 %
(19.6 ÷ 37.6) x 100 = 52.1 %

The diet formula is:

Rice bran = 47.9 g
Soybean meal = 52.1 g
100.0- gram diet

Note: the total % must be 100.

To check if the desired level of protein was met, multiply the weight by protein content of each feed
ingredient and sum up.

Rice bran = 47.9 g x 8.4 % = 4.0

Soybean meal = 52.1g x 46 % = 24
28.0 g protein

Therefore, a 100g diet with 28 % protein, 52.1 g soybean meal, and 47.9 g of rice bran are needed to
prepare a diet for carp.
b.
Diet with two ingredients
Balance a 35% protein diet with the following ingredients:
fish meal (65% crude protein)
rice bran (8% crude protein)
(27 ÷ 57) ×100 = 47.37%
(30 ÷ 57) × 100 = 52.63 %

The diet formula is:

Fish meal = 47.37 g
Rice bran = 52.63 g
100- gram diet

To check if the desired level of protein was met, multiply the weight by protein content of each feed
ingredient and sum up.

Fish meal 47.37 g × 0.65 = 30.79

Rice bran 52.63 g × 0.08 = 4.21
35 g protein

Therefore, a 100g diet with 35% protein, 52.63 g rice bran, and 47.37g of fish meal are needed.
Beginner feed formulators will benefit from the square method since it allows them to get
started with diet formulation without having to rely on trial and error. The square method can also
be used to calculate the proportions of feedstuffs to mix in order to achieve a desired dietary energy
and crude protein level.
B. Lime Computation
Liming is a preventive measure or remedial process to increase the alkalinity of the ponds and
improve aquatic organism survival, optimize growth and ensure desirable water quality. Lime is
commonly applied on the pond bottom. To achieve maximum efficiency, lime should be raked and
plowed in the soil. Waters that need liming are those that do not turn green when fertilizer is added
to the pond water.
Amount of lime to be used when soil or water is analyzed.

Formula: QL = DpH – ApH x 0.5 tons/ hectare x area

0.1 x NVL

where, QL = quantity of required lime

DpH = desired pH
ApH = actual average pH reading of the pond soil
NVL = neutralizing value of lime
For agriculture lime = 1
For quicklime = 1.73
For hydrated lime = 1.35
A = Area of the pond (in hectare)
Example:
1. Compute the Agricultural lime needed using the following data:
Desired pH = 6.8
Actual pH reading = 6.5
Pond Area = 1 ha
QL (Agricultural lime) = DpH – ApH x 0.5 tons/hectare x area
0.1 x NVL
= (6.8 – 6.5) x 0.5 tons/ha x 1 ha
0.1 x 1

= 0.3 x 0.5 tons/ha x 1 ha

0.1
= 3 x 0.5 x 1
= 1.5 tons agriculture lime

C. Stock Sampling
Stock sampling is important for estimating average fish weights and standing crop weight. It is
also needed to adjust daily feed ration for the fish.

Average Body Weight (ABW) = total weight at a particular time (g)

total number of fish samples

Sample No. of fish Total

wt (g)
1 20 600

2 40 1400

3 60 1200

Example:
Sample 1: ABW = 600g = 30g
20
Sample 2: ABW = 1400g = 35g
40
Sample 3: ABW = 1200g = 20g
60
Unit of Measurement and Conversion
SYSTEM AND UNIT OF MEASUREMENT
AND CONVERSIONS USED IN FISH CULTURE

GENERAL CONVERSION TABLE

To convert Into Multiply by
English Metric unit

LENGTH
Inches Centimeters 2.54
Inches Millimeters 25.4
Feet Centimeter 30.48
Feet Millimeters 304.0
Yard Meters 0.914
VOLUME

Pint Liter 0.473

Quarts Liter 0.946
Gallons Liter 3.787
MASS (Weight)

Ounces Grams 28.35

Pounds Kilograms 0.4536

MEASUREMENT CONVERSION TABLE

To convert Into Multiply by

Metric unit English unit
Meter Feet 3.281
Meter Yard 1.094
Centimeter Inch 0.394
Millimeter Inch 0.039

OTHER UNITS OF MEASUREMENTS AND CONVERSIONS

Length
English units

12 inches
1 foot
3 feet
1 yard
5280 feet
1 mile
1.1516 statute mile
1 nautical mile
208.71 feet
1 acre
Metric units
10 millimeter (mm) 1 centimeter (cm.)
10 cm 1 decimeter (dm.)
10 dm 1 meter (m.)
1000 m 1 kilometer (km.)
Equivalents
1 foot 0.3048 meters
0 statute mi 1.60935 kilometers
1 nautical mi 1.853 kilometers
1 centimeter 0.3937 inches
1 meter 3.28 feet
1 kilometer 3.280.83 feet

Volume/capacity

Metric unit

1 centiliter (cl.) 10 milliliters (ml)

1deciliter (dl.) 10 centiliters

1 liter (L) 16 deciliters

1 dekaliter (dkl.) 10 liters

1hectoliter (hl.) 10 dekaliters

1 kiloliter 10hectoleters

Weight

Metric units

1 centigram (cg) 10 milligrams (mg.)

1 decigram (dg.) 10 centigrams

1 gram (g.) 10 decigrams

1 dekagram (dkg.) 10 grams

1 hectogram (hg.) 10 dekagrams

1 kilogram (kg) 10 hectograms

What’s More

1. The meaning of calculation is; A. to ascertain by estimating C. to ascertain by visualizing

B. to ascertain by computing D. to ascertain by converting

2. A system of measurement based on meter and gram

A. Algebraic system B. English system C. Metric system D. Mathematical system

3. If you convert 1 inch to centimeters, multiply 1 inch by;

A. 30.48 B. 2.54 C. 25.4 D. 28.3

4. The equivalent of 1 metric to kilogram is

A. 500 kgs B. 1000 kgs C. 1500 kgs D. 2,000 kgs

5. If there are 3.281 feet in 1 meter, how many feet are there in 5 meters?
A. 16.405 C. 16.054 B. 16.504 D. 16.540

6. It is the process of mixing together various ingredients at the right proportion to produce a
nutritionally balanced diet.
A. liming C. sampling B. feed formulation D. computation

7. The neutralizing value of lime (NVL) for agricultural lime.

A. 1.73 C. 1 B. 1.35 D. 1.5

8. The process of estimating the average body weight (ABW) and standing crop weight of fish.
A. liming C. sampling B. feed formulation D. computation

What I Have Learned

Direction: Read each statement and fill in the blanks with the correct answers.

_______________________1. If the total weight of 20 pcs fish samples is 1000g, what is the average body
weight of fish?
_______________________2. What is the equivalent of 1 ton to kilogram?
_______________________3. It is a preventive measure or remedial process to increase alkalinity of the
ponds and improve aquatic organism survival, optimize growth and ensure desirable water quality.
_______________________4. The neutralizing value of lime (NVL) for hydrated lime.
_______________________5. Refers to any fixed quantity, amount, distance, etc. used as standard.
_______________________6. The process of estimating average body weight (ABW) and standing crop
weight of fish.
_______________________7. How many square meters are there in 1 hectare?
_______________________8. How many feet are there in 1 meter?
_______________________9. How many inches are there in 1 foot?
______________________10. It is needed to adjust daily feed ration for the fish.

What I Can Do

Activity 2.2: Perform Basic Workplace Calculation

I. Basic Mathematical Operations Applied in Fish Culture

Direction: Answer the following computations and show your solution:

A. Feed Formulation:

1. Formulate a fish diet that contains 15% crude protein using shrimp meal and soybean meal
with 60% and 8% protein content respectively.

B. Lime computation
2. Compute the Agricultural lime needed using the following data:
Desired pH = 7.2
Actual pH reading = 6.6
Pond Area = 1 ha

C. Average Body Weight (ABW) of fish samples

1. Compute the average body weight (ABW) of fish using the given data.
Sample No. of fish Total weight (g) Average Body
Weight (g)
1 45 765

2 36 1,080

3 64 1,280

Assessment
Assess what you have learned.
Direction: Answer the following computations and show your complete solution.

A. Feed Formulation:

1. Using Pearson’s Square method, calculate the amounts of rice bran at 45% and fish meal at
10% needed to make a 15% crude protein.

B, Lime computation
1. Compute the lime needed using the following data:
Desired pH = 7.0
Actual pH reading = 6.6
Pond Area = 1.5 ha

2. Compute the quantity of lime for

a. Quicklime
b. Hydrated lime

C. Average Body Weight (ABW) of fish samples

Compute the average body weight (ABW) of fish using the given data.
Sample No. of fish Total weight (g) Average Body
Weight (g)
1 43 903

2 55 2, 860

3 76 3, 040

Answer Key
Pretest 1 What’s In MATCHING Activity 1.1 Activity 1.2
TYPE
1. B 1. Wrench (Activity 1) 1. project cost estimates 1. 2, 960
2. B 2. Hammer 2. program of development 2. 6, 300
3. B 3. Screwdriver 1. k 3. bill of materials 3. 40
4. C 4. Measuring 2. d 4. cost of estimates 4. 55
5. A Tools 3. f 5. locality 5. 2
6. B 5. Secchi disk 4. e 6. supply of materials
7. C 5. b 7. time
8. A 1. F 6. j 8. work schedule
9. B 2. F 7. h 9. project programming
10.A 3. T 8. i 10.program work
4. F
5. T
Pretest 2 Lesson 2 Lesson 2 Lesson 2
What’s In What’s More What I have learned
1. 1km
2. 3000m 1. B 1. 20kg
3. 2m 2. C 2. 1,000 kg
4. 5km 3. B 3. Liming
4. B 4. 1
1. > 5. A 5. Unit of Measurement
2. = 6. B 6. Sampling
3. > 7. C 7. 10, 000 m2
4. < 8. C 8. 3.28 ft.
5. = 9. 12
6. = 10. Stock sampling
7. <
8. <
9. >
10. >
Lesson 2 Lesson 2
What I Can Do Assessment
A. A.
(7 ÷ 52) x 100 = 13. 46 % (5 ÷ 35) x 100 = 14.29 %
(45 ÷ 52) x 100 = 86.54 % (30 ÷ 35) x 100 = 85.71 %

Shrimp Meal: 13. 46 g x .60 = 8.08 Rice bran: 49.29 g x .45 = 6.43
Soybean Meal: 86.54 g x .08 = 6.92 Fish Meal: 85.71 g x .10 = 8.57
15.00 % 15.00 %
B. B.
1. 3 tons of Agricultural lime 1. 1.73 tons of Quick lime
2. 2.22 tons of Hydrated lime
C. C.
1. 17g 1. 21g
2. 30g 2. 52g
3. 20g 3. 40g

References:
Lesson1:
Chaarles E. Hicks, Lincoln Unversity, Managing Ponds and Lakes for Aquaculture and Fisheries in
Missouri: Pond Construction and Management Considerations
Velasco, R.A. Handbook of construction Estimate
CBLM, Fish Culture NC II, Lesson 1, pages 1-9.
https://extension2.missouri.edu

Lesson 2:
Velasco, R.A. Handbook of Construction Estimate

CBLM, Fish Culture NC II, Lesson 2, pages 10-17.

J. Wagner and T.L. Stanton, Formulating Rations with the Pearson Square
www. extension.colostate.edu
www.fao.org/UNDP/raining/Course/in/Fish/Feed/Technology/chapter/15