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Fisheries Education and Training Agency (FETA)

Mbegani Campus

STUDENTS’ HAND BOOK

2015/2016

P.O.BOX 83, Bagamoyo, Tanzania

Telephone: 0732928166 E-mail: [email protected]

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Fisheries Education and Training Agency – Student Hand Book 2015 - 2016 1

PREAMBLE

The student Handbook is the general information guide to all students but

more particularly to new students. In the book, the important dates like

examination periods and closing dates are disclosed as well as the student

bylaws.

Though the information in the book is considered accurate, the center

reserves the right to deviate from what appears in this book when necessary.

All tuition and other fees quoted in the book are subject to change without

notice necessitated by life changes. On this account the parents or sponsors

should be flexible on inevitable incidentals that may be reflected to students

and the center ought not to be held responsible for any loss or adverse

effects resulting from such changes.

Therefore students are encouraged to responsibly use the book and services

described therein.

VISION: To become a center of excellence in fisheries and aquaculture

education and training in Sub-Saharan Africa by 2025.

MISSION: “To provide quality fisheries and aquaculture education and

training, conduct applied research and disseminate

appropriate technologies to stakeholders through improved

service delivery”

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

PREAMBLE: ............................................................................................... 1

A WORD FROM THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER ..................................... 3 MBEGANI DIRECTORY ............................................................................... 4

ADVISORY BOARD .................................................................................... 5

CALENDER OF EVENTS ............................................................................ 6 1.0 THE CENTRE ....................................................................................... 8

1.1 What? .................................................................................................. 8

2.0 LIFE IN BAGAMOYO:- (“Lay down your Heart”) ............................... 12

3.0 STUDENT SERVICES: ........................................................................ 13 Quality Life ....................................................................................... 13

THE CABINET 2015/2016 .................... Error! Bookmark not defined.

4.0.ADMISSION POLICY AND PROCEDURES: ......................................... 16 5.0 POLICY ON DISCIPLINE .................................................................... 20

6. EXAMINATION POLICY ..................................................................... 24

7.0 CODE OF CONDUCT FOR LEARNERS ............................................... 28 7.1.0 General ........................................................................................... 28

7.2.0 CODE OF CONDUCT FOR ALL LEARNERS .................................... 29

Channelling .............................................. Error! Bookmark not defined. 7.3.0 CODE OF CONDUCT FOR BOARDING LEARNERS ...................... 33

7.4.0 INDISCIPLINE ................................................................................. 36

7.5.0. CONCLUSION. ............................................................................... 36

ANNEX 1: THE DISCIPLINARY CODE AND ITS PENALTIES ................... 37

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A WORD FROM THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Extended to you is a warm welcome to Mbegani for both new comers and

continuing students- KARIBUNI SANA. For those of you who are newly

joining FETA, I wish to congratulate you for your wise decision to opt for

FETA and having made it in the selection competition.

As it may quickly be noted, the Centre has a multidisciplinary programmes

fostering for Certificates and Diplomas. The annual capacity approaches 400

students in four academic Departments. These include Fish Processing

(Certificate & Diploma), nautical science (Diploma), Marine Engineering

(Diploma and Vocational training) and Boat building (Certificate) Research is

one of the major focuses of our Centre. It is done in collaboration with other

stakeholders and focuses in fields of fisheries Biology, food science, fish

processing, gear technology and aquaculture. More facilities are being added

for development and demonstration of Aquaculture.

A wide range of services is set to ensure that your stay at FETA is fruitful.

Fisheries Education and Training Agency Student Organization (FETASO)

links the students and Agency administration. Moreover, mutual benefits

are emphasized.

Finally, I should not leave you unnoticed of the worldwide HIV- AIDS and

drug abuse problems. Painfully the disease (AIDS) with no treatment up to

now has denied life to young children, many teenagers, and old people and

has left many with no parents! Mbegani is not an Isolated Island and in fact

no one can claim unaffected or likely to be affected. Drug abuse is depriving

the nation with many working forces to become merely burdens!

My advice to you is to become responsible of your own life and future-

taking all necessary recommended precautions while respecting those who

are already victims. Indeed, it is wise to know your status regarding HIV by

opting to voluntarily screen for a better future.

I wish you a nice stay at FETA.

Yahya Mgawe

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

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MBEGANI DIRECTORY

IMPORTANT ADRESSES

Permanent secretary

Ministry of Natural Resources

and Tourism

P.O. Box 9372

DAR ES SALAAM

Executive Secretary

The national Council for Technical

Education (NACTE)

P.O.Box 7109

DAR ES SALAAM

Director of Fisheries

Fisheries Division

P.O. Box 2462

DAR ES SALAAM

Programme Coordinator

SADC_MCS Programme (TZA)

P.O.Box 2462

DAR ES SALAAM

Director General

Tanzania Fisheries Research

Institute (TAFIRI)

P.O.Box 9750

DAR ES SALAAM

Director

Institute of Marine Sciences

The University of Dar Es Salaam

P.O.Box 668

ZANZIBAR

Chief Executive Officer

Fisheries Education and Training

Agency

P.O.Box 83

BAGAMOYO

Principal

Dar es Salaam Maritime Institute (DMI)

P.O.Box 6727

DAR ES SALAAM

Center Director

Fisheries Education and Training

Agency

P.O.Box 1213

MWANZA

President

Collage of North Atlantic

P.O.Box 5400

STEPHENEVILLE< NF A2N2Z6

CANADA

Unit Manager

Marine parks and Reserves Unit

P.O. Box 7565

DAR ES SALAAM

Chairman

FETA examination Board of appeal

(Training Officer)

Ministry of Livestock Development and

Fisheries

P.O.Box 2462

DAR ES SALAAM.

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ADVISORY BOARD

The FETA Advisory Board was formed in 2011. The Board is industrial

based and oversees the operations of the Agency. The board is responsible to

the permanent secretary of the Ministry of Livestock development and

Fisheries. Members are representatives of the government, academic

institutions and NGOs.

S/N NAME POSITION ROLE

1 Prof.Henry Laswai Senior Lecturer – SUA

Chairman

2 Mr. Yahya Mgawe C.E.O – FETA

Secretary

3 SR. Dr. Hellen Bandiho Senior Lecturer – SAUT

Member

4 Capt.(Rtd) Eng. Thomas

Mayagilo

Former DMI Principal

Member

5 Ms. Sikitiko H. Kapile Consultant

Member

6 Dr. S.J. Kangwe Centre Director –

TAFIRI

Member

7 Mr. Yason Mndeme Director Training

MLDF

Member

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CALENDER OF EVENTS ACADEMIC CALENDAR – 2015/2016

Month Date Weeks Semester Planned Event

July 2015 Thursday 2nd Selection Committee Meeting

Tuesday 7th Public holiday - Sabasaba

Thursday 9th Publication of Selected candidates

Saturday 18th Eid El Fitr

Friday 31st Training Directorate Meeting

August 2015 Tuesday 4th Tutors Seminar on CBET

Thursday 76th CDC - Meeting

Saturday 8th Peasants day

Friday 9th Education Planning Meeting

Monday 10th II, IV and VI Supplementary exams

Monday 10th Orientation Course for First Year Students

Monday 17th 1st I, III and V Beginning of New academic year 2014/2015

Friday 21st 2nd Training- FETASO Meeting

Thursday 27th 2nd Training Directorate Meeting

Sept 2015 Friday 4th 3rd Module Delivery Committee Meeting

Monday 5th 3rd I Fresher’s Ball

Friday 11th 4th Cert & Dip Graduation ceremony

Monday 21st 6th V Presentation of Project Proposal

Thursday 24th 6th Research and Publication Meeting

Tuesday 29th 7th Training Directorate Meeting

Oct 2015 Thursday 8th 8th Training- FETASO Meeting

Wednesday 14th

9th Nyerere Day

Friday 15th 9th Education Planning Meeting

Monday 26th 11th Module Delivery Committee Meeting

Wednesday 28th

11th FETA Day

Friday 30th 11th Training Directorate Meeting

Nov 2015 Friday 6th 12th Module Delivery Committee Meeting

Monday 9th 13th Setting of Semester Exams

Thursday 12th 13th Exam Moderation Committee Meeting

Friday 13th 14th End of Signing of CA

Thursday 20th 14th Project Presentation and finalization

Tuesday 24th 15th Training Directorate Meeting

Friday 27th 15th End of Class Module Delivery

Dec 2015 Tuesday 1st 16th Beginning of Semester Exams

Wednesday 9th 17th Uhuru day

Friday 11th 17th End of Semester Exams

Monday 14th 18th Exam Marking

Wednesday 23rd

Maulid Day

Friday 25th Christmas Day

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Saturday 26th Boxing Day

Tuesday 29th End of exam marking and verification

Thursday 31st Training Directorate Meeting

Jan 2016 Friday 1st New Year

Monday 4th Exam Compilation

Monday 4th External Examiner

Friday 8th Inter-Departmental Exam Committee

Monday 11th Academic Committee Meeting

Tuesday 12th Zanzibar Revolution Day

Thursday 14th Publication of Exam Results

Thursday 15th Education Planning Meeting

Tuesday 25th Supplementary Exams

Thursday 28th Training Directorate Meeting

Feb 2016 Monday 1st 1st Beginning of Semester II, IV and VI

Monday 8th II, IV and VI Module Delivery Committee Meeting

Friday 12th FETASO – Training Meeting

Tuesday 16th 3rd Presentation of project proposal

Friday 19th 3th Announcement of Admissions for 2015/16 Academic year

Monday 22nd 4th Training Directorate Meeting

Friday 26th 4th FETA Environmental day

March 2016 Friday 11th 6th Research and publication Committee Meeting

Friday 18th 7th FETASO Election

Thursday 24th 8th VI End of CA Signing

Monday 28th 10th VI Semester Examination for NTA Level 6

Tuesday 31st 10th Training Directorate Meeting

April 2016 Monday 4th 10th Beginning of Industrial Training

Tuesday 12th Karume Day

Wednesday 13th

11th Training Directorate Meeting

Tuesday 26th 13th Union Celebrations

Thursday 28th End of CA Signing

Friday 29th 13th VI Training – FETASO Meeting

May 2016 Sunday 1st 14th May Day

Friday 13th 15th End of Industrial Training

Monday 16th II and IV Semester exam

Tuesday 24th 16th VI Presentation of Project work

Monday 11th 17th VI Presentation of Industrial Training Report

Friday 26th 17th II and IV End of Semester Exam

Monday 30th 18th II and IV Exam Marking

Friday 29th

June 2016 Thursday 9th End of Exam marking, verification and

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compilation

Friday 10th External Examiner

Monday 13th Inter-Departmental Exam Board Meeting

Thursday 16th FETA Exam Board Meeting

Monday 20th Publication of Results; Registration of Results to the NACTE/TCU System

Wednesday 22nd

Selection Committee

Monday 27th Publication of Selected Students

July 2016 Thursday 7th Sabasaba Day

Friday 29th Education Planning Meeting

August 2015 Monday 8th Orientation Day/Sup exams

Monday 15th Beginning of New Academic Year 2015/2016

Sept 2015 Friday 19th IV and VI Graduation Ceremony

1.0 THE CAMPUS

1.1 What?

The campus (FETA-Mbegani) provides technically qualified manpower on a

mid level (Certificates and Diploma) for Fisheries and allied Industries. The

training is focused on the needs of the fisheries sector in Tanzania with

emphasis on the practical aspects of the subjects. The aim is also to produce

fisheries extension workers for expansion and extension not only of artisanal

fisheries but also Aquaculture. Means and ways to Develop and improve

small-scale fisheries sub sector are developed at the centre covering both

inland and marine fisheries.

1.2 Where? and How?

1.2.1 Location:

Coast of Tanzania – Indian ocean; 9 Km South of The Ancient

town of Bagamoyo and 60 Km north of Dar Es Salaam at

latitude 6.50 south of the equator

The site was formally used as coconut plantation with size of

approximately 269 hectors Stretches along the shoreline for

about 2Km.

At the seaside is Luale Bay consting of beaches, sand pits

and sandbanks as well as mangrove forests.

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The outlet of the creek forms a channel and tidal currents

passing close to the shore hence provide sufficient depth for

the landing of larger fishing vessels.

The area around consist of the traditional fishing villages of

Pande, Mlingotini and Kaole which represent typical

Tanzanian coastal environment where, for ages, fish has

provided staple food for the population.

1.2.2 Climate:

The climate is warm humid with temperature ranges

maximum 27-350C and mean temperature between 21-270C.

Relative humidity varies from 55-100% with 75% as norm

Mean annual rainfall is 1000MM –1400MM with the heavy precipitation period of March to May.

1.2.3 History

Fisheries Education and Training Agency (FETA) was established as a

government Executive Agency under the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries Development back in 2011 through a GN number 356 of 28th October 2011.

This was done in accordance with provisions of the Executive Agency Act

Cap.245 [Revised Edition (R.E 2009)]. The Agency has officially taken over functions that were being performed by

Mbegani Fisheries Development Centre in Bagamoyo and Nyegezi

Freshwater Fisheries Institute in Mwanza. Also, the Agency includes three government Boat Yards located in Mwanza, Kigoma and Mtwara.

FETA is charged with the prime responsibility to promote development of

fisheries sector through provision of quality education and training. The premise is that real prerequisite for economic growth and development of

any country lies in the skills, enterprise and industriousness of its

population.

1.2.4 Organizational Structure

The organizational structure of FETA, as per establishment order (GN 356 of

28th October 2011), consists of the following directorates, departments,

sections and units;

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1.3. Milestones 1945- Trout Fisheries Ordinance ratified

1964- The United Republic of Tanzania is borne. Union day

for Tanganyika and Zanzibar.

1964- THE Department of Fisheries was established under Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives.

1966- MFDC Established

1966- Kunduchi and Nyegezi fresh water Institutes were established

1970-Fisheries Act (1970) is enacted and assented

1970-The Department of Fisheries was placed under the new Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism

1970- Two year Certificate courses started

1973- Boat Building activities at Ras Mkwavi in Dar Es Salaam are transferred to Mbegani

1976- The Government of Tanzania and that of the Kingdom

of Norway, Signed the agreement under which

Norway would undertake expansion of the training and residential facilities at Mbegani to cater for the

three years Diploma

1977-First 26 Diploma intake enrolled 1978- Second batch of 50 Diploma students enrolled.

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1980- The importance of scientific research in Management

of fisheries was officially recognized with setting up TAFIRI.

1980- Second Phase of development of the Centre started.

1981-H.R.H Crown Prince Heralds of Norway laid the foundation stone.

1983-The Tanzanian President, His excellence Mwalimu J,

Nyerere officially inaugurates the new Mbegani

Centre. 1989-The Government ratified the United Nations Law of the

sea.

1991- The last NORAD expert complete his contract 1992- Mbegani starts reorganization and orientation to face

the new Challenges of the post NORAD era.

Involvement in regional Fishermen Centres was scaled down.

1993- Senegalese fish Container technology was successfully

introduced in Lake Victoria fishery. 1994- Marine Parks and Reserves Act (1994) was enacted.

1995- Mafia Island Marine Park became operational as first

Marine Park in Tanzania. Three Mbegani staff were

transferred to Mafia to take charge as mangers of the new Institution.

1995- Eastern Collage (Canada) –Mbegani partnership

programmes started. 1997- The Government ratified Fisheries Policy and Strategy

statement.

1997- The European Union (EU) imposed a ban on importation of fish from east Africa following an

outbreak of Cholera in Lake Victoria.

1999- Second EU ban on importation of Fish from east Africa over reported cases of poison fishing. The

result was a drop in export by 55% price by70% fro

850/kg to 250/kg. The number of fishermen

decreased by 20%. 1999- The department of fisheries introduced a stringent

quality Assurance system and stronger fish

inspection measures. More ex-Mbegani students were recruited as fish inspectors.

2000- Mbegani received Japanese assistance including new

engines for all the three Vessels. 2001- Students number increased. 34 students were

enrolled for long courses.

2002- Mbegani became one of the few technical Institutions to be fully registered, in the first batch, by the

National Council for Technical Education (NACTE).

2002- Quality Assurance systems based on International and National standards were put in place.

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2004- Mbegani is granted Provisional Accreditation status by

NACTE. 2005- A new Curriculum based on NACTE standards was

put in place.

2006- Mbegani Successfully Hosted an International Workshop on Fish Quality.

2006- International SADC- MCS course was successfully

conducted at Mbegani.

2006- Full ACCREDITATION provided by NACTE to MBEGANI.

2006- New semester system started to be implemented.

2.0 LIFE IN BAGAMOYO:- (“Lay down your Heart”)

About 7.5 Km north of Mbegani is the historical town of Bagamoyo. It is one

of the flourishing tourist resorts. It is narrated that, long before a

burgeoning tourist trade began catering to lovers of the sun and sea,

Bagamoyo was renowned for its fishing industry and the Zanzibar- mainland

trade link. Fishing still goes on in Bagamoyo, a situation, which offers a

very good practical scenario to our teaching- learning activities.

Bagamoyo was once the capital of the Germans “Deutsch- Ostafrika”

(meaning Germen East Africa) or the Tanzania mainland of today. The town

is small where fishing is an economic mainstay. It’s a lace where one finds

no urban commotion experienced in big cities. The town is 65 Km from Dar

es Salaam (45 minutes drive).

Life in Bagamoyo is quite enjoyable since its time immemorial. Sahani Kejeri

one of the writers popularly known Professor suggests that in 1800 AD life

in the town was very attractive. It was said to be a town of Palm, a place of

happiness, full of treasures and dances all the night. It was the beauty at

the beach and it remains the same today.

This being so, we believe that your stay at Mbegani in Bagamoyo will be

equally joyous and a lot of benefits from the treasure of fisheries knowledge,

skills and value accumulated at Mbegani are available for you to fetch.

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3.0 STUDENT SERVICES AND ACTIVITIES:

Customer service and care is one of Mbegani strategic goals since we believe

that quality of life in teaching and learning community makes a difference in

education mission. This brings us to a commitment to create favorable social

and Physical environment to students, staff and other workers for effective

teaching and learning. In this line, ensuring access to essential services

enhances students’ services. However, the emphasis is on supporting the

academic achievements of the students and development. In this regard,

Pre-entry information, counseling, career information, assessment as well as

orientation and student development are given priority.

Indeed, the book you are reading is a clear manifestation of our efforts

towards realization of the strategic projections. The Centre will continue to

produce the hand books to guide the joining students during their

acclimatization period.

QUALITY LIFE

Since its re-inauguration in 2011, FETA-Mbegani has been providing a wide

range of student services to include: Library Services (sect. 2.17 code of

conduct). Industrial training attachment where-by various stake holders are

involved; Medical Services, Sports facilities, and of recent counseling

services. This been quite well. However, current changes demanded

Mbegani to revisit her services to promote participatory style of Management

and governance believed to ensure sustainable quality services. Under

conducive learning environment as well. The idea behind is to allow the

students to reach their full potential in learning.

Currently, the following services should be expected:

3.1 Orientation to Mbegani Life New Students are usually initiated

through a kind of entertaining one – week of Orientation session of

which you have been taken through.

3.2 Guidance and Counseling.

Mbegani Staff and other workers function as community of colleagues,

who share responsibility for the Student Development.

As such guidance and counseling is the domain of the appointed

students counselor alone, it is rather the prerogative of the entire

staff. So, whenever, you are in difficulties, please, do not hesitate to

consult your student counselor or any other staff of your choice.

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3.3 No gender imbalance or segregation at FETA-Mbegani for we believe

we are all created equal and human dignity is inviolable. Neither is

there sexual, functional, geographical religious, class – based or

ethical discrimination tolerated at the Centre.

Our only intension is to inspire integrated development of skills and

qualities that allow each one to behave morally create act and work

together harmoniously.

As such female students are encouraged to pursue any of the

programs being offered and has been in practice. We are proud to

have natured female marine engineering technicians from within our

country and abroad, fisheries and fish technologists, and Master-

fisher girls who are and will flag our name higher, through their

spending work performance.

For any unfortunate trace of discrimination encountered, please

report the incident to the student counselor for immediate reaction

against the action. Either you can report to the Director of Training

and Research (DTR) or any other staff of immediate help!

3.4 Student Hall

Most of the center’s social gatherings are done in this Hall. Disco the

ques, ceremonies, meetings and film shows take place in the student

multipurpose dining Hall. Other recreational activities like darts and

indoor games may be conducted in. The Hall has the capacity of 500

people at a time.

3.5 Learning Resource Centre : (LRC)

It is believed that Education transmits not only learning but also

mould a learning student who has the ability to acquire and attain

new knowledge by himself or herself. Based on this philosophy

Mbegani maintains a learning resource centre to facilitate increased

learning. The present LRC contain more than 5000 books and

periodicals on general studies, fisheries and fisheries oriented studies.

Technical reports from Members of the staff and other resourceful

people, student’s project reports and many more

The LRC is now up graded to equip it with more Print Media,

audiovisual equipments, and Multimedia computers of which 6 are

already in place. This move, with internet connection will make its

easier for the students to have access to the world wide store of

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recorded and disseminated knowledge. Efforts are underway to join

the Global Biodiversity Data Information facility whereby bio-data will

be shared as well. CD with wide range of technical information is

available in the LRC.

You are therefore advised to utilize this centre for maximum learning

while at Mbegani. For any technical problem, Please hesitate not to

consult the LRC staff who at your service and we will be glad to have

you served. They also can furnish you with the policy and procedures

on use of LRC to allow you effectively and sustainable use the

available resources.

3.6 Sports and other Recreational Services.

A good number of sports facilities to cater for both students and staff

are available. These include football pitch, a volleyball ground Lawn

tennis court, table tennis and Netball ground.

Swimming training is particularly offered by a qualified coach to

ensure safely of life.

Similarly, the Centre provides, the TV services using a DSTV set with

VCR more than thirty channels subscribed through Multi choice

company. Hence you will be kept informed of what is happening

around the world from various comers of Media communication.

However, the TV room for students is upon after class hours and

therefore each one of you is expected to balance and manage his/her

own time between TV and Self-Studies.

More over, Mbegani Social Club area offers, as well, a wide range of

additional recreation social services but now privatized. The club

organizes disco and live band music on different occasions. Drinks

are sold at the club as well with its good evening relaxing

environment.

3.7 Students Government:

This is under Fisheries Education and Training Agency Students

Organization (FETASO) which organizes most of the students extra

curriculum activities. The organizations objectives include:

1. Acting as a link between the Campus Management and

Students.

2. Stimulate and promote all aspects of cultural, social and

academic development among students.

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3. To promote – Inter – Institutional relationship with other similar

Institutes in Bagamoyo and the country at large.

Since there are a lot of benefits that can accrue from FETASO, you are

really encouraged to join the organization by paying the joining fee of

T.shs. 10,000/= only.

Medical Services:

The Centre has a dispensary to cater for common medical

problems in the area. It has one clinical officer and two nurses

who ensures that sick people are equally attended without

unnecessary delay.

Our dispensary is authorized to attend patients who are

members of the National Health Insurance Scheme as well.

Students who are not members of the scheme will get access to

the services at a little cost serious cases are immediately

referred to the District Hospital in Bagamoyo.

4.0. ADMISSION POLICY AND PROCEDURES:

Access to courses and programmes at FETA- Mbegani will always

focus on first come first served basis provided the requirements are

sufficiently met.

4.1 MINIMUM ENTRY QUALIFICATION

4.1.1. Minimum Entry Qualification for Diploma programmes

(Courses)

1. Relevant Passes in Advanced Level of Secondary

Education (some other programmes may have other

specific academic prerequisites).

2. Relevant Passes in Ordinary Level Secondary Education

examination and Post Secondary Education course of not

less than one year.

4.1.2 Minimum Entry Qualification for Certificate Programme

1. Relevant Passes in ordinary Level of Secondary Education

Examination with 5 credits.

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2. Mature Students not meeting the pre requisites for a

particular Programme they wish to join can be considered

on individual basis provided the prior learning

assessment is satisfactory.

4.2. Application Procedures:

- Students are advised two months prior to the start

date of the new academic year – usually in August.

Applications after June can only be considered for

process when time permits.

- The application forms should be fully completed.

Returned carefully filled forms should be accompanied

with T.Sh’s. 20,000/= only as application fee. This is

non – refundable.

Address:

Chief Executive Officer,

Fisheries Education and Training Agency,

P. O. Box 83,

BAGAMOYO,

Tanzania

(Note: Incomplete applications will not be processed)

- When selected by the committee the centre will send

you the Admission Letter together with joining

instructions. This will be at least one month before the

commencement of the intended course – you will be

required to report at the centre on the appropriate

designated date.

- It is the student’s responsibility to make sure that

He/She reports at Mbegani in due time for orientation

and course registration Hand books will be provided as

soon as possible.

4.2 Registration Information

A person can be considered a student at Mbegani when has

fully registered by the Admission office. Hence, this is one of

the important obligations a student ought to fulfill.

4.3.1 Documentations Required

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- A completed filled form of application from Mbegani

Fisheries Dev. Centre. The forms should clearly state

the programmes applied for.

- A joining instructions document sent to you.

- Original Examination Transcripts of Secondary

Education Examination(s)

- A Medical Certificate certifying ones ability to purpose

the states course.

- Bank receipt certifying full or part of annual fee

payment you can pay cash during registration.

4.3. Tuition Fee and Other Costs:

The Fees Payable Direct to the Institution These costs are paid direct to the Institution; a student will be

admitted into respective semester after paying at least half of

the Tuition Fee. The tuition fee profile for 2015/2016 will be as shown below:

Item Description Amount in Tshs

NTA Level IV NTA Level

V

NTA Level VI

Tuition fee per year (non-

refundable)

800,000 800,000 800,000

Registration/Admission Fee 20,000 20,000 0

Student Organization (FETASO)-Cash Payment

10,000 10,000 10,000

Non-refundable caution

money

20,000 20,000 0

Examination Fee (Per year) 50,000 50,000 50,000

Total 900,000 900,000 860,000

Direct Student Costs (Tshs)

These costs are paid by guardian or sponsor direct to the student

Item Description Amount in Tshs

NTA Level

IV

NTA Level

V

NTA Level

VI

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Meals/Food Per Year (Tsh

4000 Per day out of 32 weeks)

896,000 896,000 672,000

Campus Accommodation

Fees per bed per year [Tshs.

300 per bed per day] – Applies only for students

wishing to be accommodated

in campus hostels

72,000 72,000 72,000

Application Fee 20,000 20,000 0

Books/Stationery per year 50,000 100,000 100,000

Total 1,038,000 1,088,000 844,000

Application form for accommodation can be obtained from the website

www.feta.ac.tz while medical examination form is attached to this letter

Payment Modality:

TUITION FEE: Should be paid to Account Name: CEO Fisheries Education and Training

Agency (FETA)

Account No. 21010000899 National Microfinance Bank (NMB).

NOTE: Submit original bank paying slip, cash payment is not accepted,

except FETASO

NOTE:-

You will not be allowed to sit for Semester Examination without full payment of the respective semester fee.

A fee once paid is not refundable for registered applicants. Tuition fees and other charges quoted are subject to changes

without notice. The Centre cannot be held responsible for any loss or any possible adverse effect resulting from such change.

Travel Cost 1. Your sponsor will be responsible for meeting your travel costs to and

from Bagamoyo and in connection

with holidays travel and field work expenses.

2. You will be required to meet all costs of your field–work, Industrial

Training /Study tours3 and pay for the costs of Supplementary examination and Semester Transcript whenever required1. Details

3 The Institution does not cover for industrial/study tours costs, hence students will be required to cover

themselves for such costs 4Supplementary and special Examination fee Tshs. 25,000/=, Partial Transcript production Tshs. 10,000/=.

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will be provided at the Centre. The second year student are expected

to undertake fieldwork for at least 45 days, the sponsors are responsible for providing financial assistance for the period at the

prevailing rates and travel cost. Please inform your sponsor well in

advance of such commitment.

3. If you are an in-Service applicant sponsored by the Ministry of

Livestock and Fisheries Development, note that such sponsorship covers Tuition, and direct expenses (i.e Registration/Admission Fee,

Examination Fee, non-refundable caution money and Student

Organization (FETASO). There is no any kind of allowance being provided by the Centre even during Industrial Training.

4. The centre has an operating dispensary; however, you will be expected to pay for the medical services. This does not affect those covered by

the National Health Insurance scheme. If you fall under this category

please bring with you an identity card.

5. The Centre has its own policy and procedures on discipline which you

will be obliged to comply with.

6. Accommodation is not guaranteed to the selected candidates.

7. Only those who will bring with their Bank original pay-in slip of at least half of the tuition and admission fee of 20, 000/= will be

registered. Failure to that, you will not be admitted.

8. I take this opportunity to welcome you at FETA main campus for a

fruitful stay and professional pursuit.

5.0 POLICY ON DISCIPLINE

The centre believes that a learning environment functions well when every

one shapes the condition for another to create some what of mutual

benefits. Hence due consideration to each other is quite important.

Therefore, for Mbegani to run smoothly there must be enough discipline and

order for to effectively function as a place of serious work and study. Limits

are firm enough to ensure compliance and allow keen students get a chance

to concentrate and maximize their learning at FETA- MBEGANI. In this

context the Principal may use all means deemed necessary in order to

maintain discipline.

Students found guilty of misbehaving may be exposed to suspension or

expulsion on the Authority of the Principal or as detailed in the code of

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conduct section. Four main categories of Penalties for breach of regulations

specified in this code and level of authority for imposing then are

summarized below:-

5.1 REPRIMAND

A student is allowed to continue with studies but a written notice is given to

him/her outlining the nature of the mis-conduct and the implication of

further mis-conduct. A copy of this letter will be reserved in the students

file. The Head of Department or Higher Level of Authority may impose the

Penalty of reprimand.

5.2. SUSPENSION

Students may be suspended from a particular course/subject or the total

Programme of studies for a specified period of time. The details of such

suspension will be clearly stated in writings.

Instructors may suspend students for one class period for any misbehavior

which disrupts or interfere with class room activities.

In such cases, the Head of the respective department must be notified

immediately. Upon investigation the Head of Department will recommend to

the Principal one of the following re-instatement, further suspension or

termination from the Programme. If the student is reinstated and continues

is behave inappropriately the Principal has the right to suspend the student

from class for a longer period or recommend to the Disciplinary committee

that the student be expelled all together.

5.3 DISMISSION OF STUDENTS

The primary commitment of the centre is to provide conducive environment

and experience to all students, and offer all resources the centre disposal to

help the students achieve their Education goals. There may be however

instances where with drawl from the program of study regarded as the best

alternative for the student hence:

(a) The Centres’ student disciplinary committee may dismiss a student

on disciplinary grounds for serious breach of the Centre’s rules and

regulations. An appeal to the disciplinary committee dismissal

must be made in writing to the director of Fisheries within a week

of notification.

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(b) Students whose progress are deemed unsatisfactory with respect to

the academic regulations of the centre will be dismissed (refer the

examination policy). Appeals to academic dismissal must be made

in writing to the Chairman of the Board of Appeal within seven

days of notification.

(c) When withdrawing from the Centre students are required to pay all

outstanding fees, return all books to the learning Resource Centre

and all other Centre’s tools.

(d) Expulsion will be at a minimum of three years.

5.4 VOLUTARY WITHDRAWAL

Voluntary withdrawal is granted at the request of any student. The

student is required to notify the course leader and complete the

necessary forms before the withdrawal is sanctioned. The student

proposing the withdrawal is asked to discuss the matter with the

student counselor before the process is completed.

5.5 ATTENDANCE

The hours of attendance in class are already established in the

curriculum and Examination policy and will be regulated from time to

time by the Centre Administration. The student is required to attend

90% of the Total tutorial hours before is allowed to sit for the final

examination.

Unexcused absenteeism will necessitate a student withdrawal from

the Programme and the report will immediately be submitted to the

respective sponsor.

5.6. GENERAL REGULATIONS

Generally, the regulations are based on common sense judgement and

hereunder are a few examples:

5.6.1. Smoking:

Smoking is strictly forbidden in all working area such as workshops,

class rooms, Hostels and board training Vessels.

5.6.2. Congregating:

Congregating in restricted areas (refer Code of Conduct) or in other in

a manner that disrupt order of individuals on orderly operations at the

Centre is prohibited.

5.6.3. Disturbances:

Individual or group conduct which is detrimental to any learning

environment under the jurisdiction of the Centre is prohibited.

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5.6.4. Student Service areas:

Areas such as cafeteria and LRC may have special regulations in

addition to general regulations.

5.6.5. Security:

Regulations already established and those to be published should be

followed to ensure the Centres’ properties security and general safety

of the Mbegani Community.

5.6.6. General Conduct:

Refer the Code of Conduct.

5.6.7 Criminal Offences:

Students who are under the jurisdiction of the Centre and commit

offences which are subject to the Criminal code of Tanzania will be

directly be referred to proper legal Authorities for action. This will no

exclude the other penalties which may be administered as stated in

the student code of conduct.

5.6.8. Discrimination:

Students are not allowed to discriminate in any form against any

group or individual be it national, ethnic origin, race, colour, gender,

age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability.

5.6.9. Sexual Harassment:

No sexual Harassment will be tolerated at Mbegani Fisheries

Development Centre for Learning requires a settled mind! Sexual

harassment is a coercive act and both males and females ca be

victims as well as their offenders. Sexual harassment includes but not

limited to the following:

Unnecessary physical contact

Statements or actions of sexual nature which are unwelcome be

it associated with gifts, reprisal or denial of opportunity.

Leaning on another or other gestures

Physical assault

Unwelcome invitations or request of direct, explicit or

intimidating nature.

Verbal abuse or threats.

Unwanted touching, patting or pinching.

Sexist remarks, jokes, innuendo about ones clothes, body or

sexual activity.

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5.6.10. Injury or Damage to Person or Property:

Any injury or damage, threat of injury or damage to other persons or

property, misappropriation of, misuse of or damage to the Centre’s property

or properties is subject to immediate disciplinary action.

Moreover, students who fail to comply with sanctioned safety measures

thereby creating threat to health, safety or wellbeing of others or are likely to

cause property damage may as well be subject to disciplinary action.

5.6.11. Borrowing the Centre’s property.

Unauthorized borrowing of the Centre’s property is prohibited.

5.6.12. Cheating in Exams and Assignments:

A student revealed cheating in examinations or assignments shall receive no

credit for the respective work. Upon conviction of the second offence, the

Centre shall immediately dismiss him /her.

5.6.13. General offences:

Any offence not specifically referred in this document, but judged to be

detrimental to Centre and members of the Centre community will be referred

to the appropriate authority for immediate disciplinary action.

5.6.14. Student Insurance Coverage:

Insurance coverage against accidents while moving to and from Mbegani,

at Mbegani or participating in the Centre’s related activities such as field

training or organized sports, ought to be arranged by the student himself/

herself or the sponsor. The premium is not included in the fee paid to the

Centre.

6. EXAMINATION POLICY

GENERAL REGULATIONS 2.1 Examinations Components 2.1.1 Examinations shall have two components that are assessed separately; namely continuous assessment and end-of-semester examinations. 2.1.2 The candidate shall be required to pass both. 2.2 Registration for Examination 2.2.1 There shall be no special registration of candidates for examinations. Registration and payment to the Institute of all required or prescribed fees by a candidate for a programme of study shall be deemed as adequate registration for the requisite examinations in the particular course of study. 2.2.2 A proviso is that all new full-time students shall register at the beginning of the first semester of an academic year and continuing students fulfill the conditions required for continuing. 2.3 Eligibility for Examinations

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Before a candidate is allowed to appear for an end of semester examination, s/he shall have in a minimum of 75% attendance in taught classes and where applicable practical/field sessions for the particular module. 2.3.1 Exemption from the above may be granted to a candidate on medical

grounds provided the application is supported by a certificate given by a Medical officer recognized by the institution. 2.4 Rules for Recommendation of Shortage of Attendance 2.4.1 The following may be considered valid reasons for recommending permission for postponement of examination due to shortage of attendance of up to 40%: (a) Prolonged illness; (b) Loss of parent/guardian or some other such incident leading to absence from the institute which merits special consideration; and 2.4.2 In case a candidate participates in sports and cultural activities/tournaments conducted by the Ministry/Government or appears in a competitive examination conducted by the Government or Public Service

Commission, the actual days spent in sports and cultural activities /tournaments/examination and the travelling days connected therewith shall be counted, on the production of satisfactory evidence, towards the attendance of the candidate. 2.5 Private Candidates for Examinations Conducted by FETA 2.5.1 Candidates who have previously sat and failed can again sit as private candidates at the Examination of the Institute. Unless otherwise notified such candidates shall sit in the examination as prescribed for the curriculum of the year in which they will re-sit. 2.5.2 No candidate who has been earlier enrolled to the institute at any time during the academic year shall be eligible to sit as a private candidate without recommendation from the CEO/Principal. 2.5.3 No candidate who has been barred by any institution recognized by NACTE from appearing in the examination shall be eligible to sit as a private candidate of the examination of the Institute. 2.6 Power of the Institute to Exclude Any Candidate from Examination 2.6.1 The Institute shall have the power to exclude any candidate from examination permanently or for a specified period for reasons to be recorded in writing, if it is satisfied that such candidate is not a fit and proper person to be admitted thereto. 2.6.2 If a candidate, after admission to an examination, commits an immoral act or is discovered to have committed an immoral act, which, in the opinion of the Institute is such that had it come to their knowledge in time they would have excluded him from the examination, the Institute shall; (a) Cancel his candidature from that examination and order that his/ her result may not be declared; and /or (b) Disqualify him permanently or for a specified period from appearing at examination. 2.6.3 If a candidate, subsequent to the issue of examination number is found to be ineligible to take the examination, his candidature shall be cancelled. 2.7 Chances to Appear at the Examination 2.7.1 Where the chances of a candidate to clear an examination are limited

and he is disqualified from appearing at it for a fixed period, s/he may be

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allowed by the CEO/Principal one more chance to appear at the examination in the current curriculum after the period of disqualification, in lieu of the chance or chances missed by him during the period of disqualification.

2.7.1 Where the chances of a candidate to clear an examination are limited, the CEO/Principal shall have the authority to grant an extra chance, for valid reasons in lieu of one more chance missed by a candidate provided that the extra chance shall be immediately admissible next to the last admissible chance.

2.7.1 Where a candidate has missed one or more chances to clear an examination on account of illness, additional chance or chances in lieu thereof may be given by the Principal provided the candidate had submitted his admission form and fees and had informed the CEO/Principal of the Institute within 30 days of the commencement of the examination of inability to appear at the examination on account of illness along with a medical certificate of a recognized Hospital, provided that the

additional chance or chances shall be immediately next to the last admissible chance.

2.7.1 In case a candidate is admitted in a recognized hospital due to sudden illness or injury during the course of examination, a chance may be awarded to him for appearing in missed written/practical examination provided the medical certificate of the candidate is countersigned by the Medical Officer.

2.8 Admission to Examination of Persons with Physical Disabilities 2.8.1 Notwithstanding anything contained in any other regulation, the Institute shall have power, in the case of permanently physically disabled person to;

(a) Admit him as a private candidate i.e. without attending a recognized technical institution;

(b) Provide services of a competent amanuensis free of cost for writing out the answers at the examination;

(c) Permit the answers to be typewritten by himself if the examinee so desires;

(d) Lay down any other method for assessing the examinee’s academic ability and declare his result.

2.8.2 Provided that in each case, the examinee shall produce such evidence to the satisfaction of the Institute as it may consider necessary, in proof of the statement that his/her permanent disability is such that he/she deserves to be considered for the above facilities. 2.9 Exemption from Practical Examination 2.9.1 If a candidate qualifies in the practical but fails in theory examination, where the two are separately reported, and there exists circumstances that require him to re- sit, he shall have the liberty to appear in theory paper only in which case the marks obtained by him in practical at the main examination shall be taken into account. 2.9.2 If a candidate fails in practical examination but qualifies in the theory examination he shall have to appear in both theory and practical examinations.

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2.9.3 Candidates with certain physical disabilities, such as blindness, deafness or dumbness, may be granted exemption from appearing in practical examination and be allowed to appear in any other optional module in place of practical examinations and marks obtained in the optional module be

substituted for practical examination on proportionate basis. 2.10 Transfer of Candidature 2.10.1 Candidates applying for transfer of candidature and who have passed their examinations from any other recognized autonomous technical institution will be required to submit transcript from the concerned college along with the examination registration form for any examination of this Institute for evaluation. 2.10.2 Such a transcript shall be used to evaluate the award of the candidate who has applied for transfer of candidature. 2.10.3 In case the transcript is not received from the college before the declaration of the award, the Institute may not publish his final results. 2.10.4 If a transcript is not received within three months from the date of

declaration of result, the transfer of the candidature may be cancelled. 2.11 Duration and Dates of Examination 2.11.1 Dates and times of conducting continuous assessments shall be determined and indicated by the respective Tutor/instructor(s) in the course outline or study guides or otherwise at the beginning of the semester. 2.11.2 Frequency of continuous assessment shall be at least two for each assessed item, e.g. minimum number of class test is two in addition to at least two assignments. Dates for the end of semester examinations shall be published in the Institute academic calendar and approved by the Director. 2.11.3 Unseen written end of semester examinations shall consist of at least two and half hours for NTA 4 – 5, and three hours for NTA 6. Time for practical based final examinations may exceed set time of three hours upon which Director Approval will be required. 2.12 Conduct of Examinations 2.12.1 Subject to the regulations, rules and directions framed by the Institute, the Director in consultation with the CEO shall be responsible for all arrangements connected with the conduct of examinations and all matters connected therewith. 2.12.2 The rules relating to the duties of supervisors and invigilators shall be issued from time to time. 2.12.3 The Institute shall provide Examination guidelines for setters, moderators, invigilators, supervisors, and candidates. 2.12.4 Additional examination time may be given to candidates with physical disability at a rate to be prescribed by the Institute depending on the type of disability. 2.13 Improvement of Performance. 2.13.1 If a candidate fails in one or two subject/module(s), he may re-sit in the next examination session for the failed subject/module(s) for improvement of his performance. 2.13.2 A candidate who has passed a subject/module and obtained a

lower grade may re-sit in the next examination session for the subject/module(s) for improvement of his performance.

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2.13.3 A candidate may re-sit for improvement of performance in a given

subject or module only once provided he has not passed higher examination by the institute in the meantime, as follows:

(a) For improvement in one subject in the examination to be held in the

same year or in the annual examination following year.

(b) For improvement in more than one subject at the annual examination next year.

2.13.4 A candidate sitting for improvement in the subject(s) involving

practical examination which are reported separately shall be allowed to appear in theory examination only, if he has passed the practical examination and marks in practical obtained in the main examination shall be carried forward and accounted for.

2.13.5 A candidate who sits for improvement of performance shall have

to surrender the previous statement of results and certificates before the issuance of new statement of results/certificate.

2.13.6 If a candidate obtains lower aggregate in improvement

examination than what he had attained at the earlier examination of the institute, his better aggregate will stand.

2.13.7 The syllabi and courses of study for improvement shall be the

same as are applicable to the regular candidates sitting with him in the concerned examination.

N.B: Please make sure you refer the detailed examination policy document

available in the training department.

7.0 CODE OF CONDUCT FOR LEARNERS

7.1.0 General

The Principal or his or her delegate is responsible to ensure that the Institute’s Code of Conduct for Learners is enforced in a fair and equitable

manner. The Institute Code of Conduct for Learners shall apply to all

learners of the Institute.

The Principal or his or her designate has authority to impose a full range of disciplinary measures and will ensure that all learners who behave in a

manner inconsistent with Institute Policy and Regulation will be subject to

disciplinary sanctions commensurate with the seriousness of the infraction. Discipline will be progressive in nature and may range from verbal warning

to dismissal from the Institute. In extreme situations the Institute may

invoke a higher level of discipline without the intermediate stages. Except in extraordinary circumstances, learners will be required to

compensate for damage or to perform remunerative services.

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Records will be kept of all disciplinary action, and may form part of a

learner’s permanent record with the Institute. The Principal will ensure that a fair and impartial appeal procedure is

established within the Institute.

7.2.0 CODE OF CONDUCT FOR ALL LEARNERS

This Code of Conduct is designed to provide the minimal standards of

personal conduct that the Institute expects of its learners. The right to attend the Institute carries with it responsibilities and each learner must

adhere to the standards of this Code of Conduct if the learner wishes to

remain enrolled at the Institute. The following defines the broad parameters within which a rewarding and

mutually supportive learning environment can be created and is based on

the assumption that most learners in the Institute already uphold these standards of conduct. If further clarification of these parameters is required,

with out limiting the generality of this Code, consult The Principal or his or

her delegate

7.2.1 Learners shall conduct themselves in a conscientious, competent

and careful manner and with honesty and integrity at all times. The

principles of honesty and integrity are key elements of a learner’s attendance at the Institute and of each Rule in this Code of Conduct.

7.2.2 Learners shall familiarize themselves with, and shall at all times adhere to, the policies, rules, regulations, codes, guidelines and

procedures of the Institute and its affiliates which are relevant to them,

and the rules and regulations of society in general.

7.2.3 Learners shall attend their program and program activities

regularly and on time. Learners shall complete assignments, projects and any other learning activities on time.

7.2.4 Learners shall ensure that their conduct in the learning

environment contributes to a productive learning environment and in no way detracts from or disrupts the learning environment.

7.2.5 Learners shall not attempt to divert other program participants in support of any personal, political, religious, or social agenda or to use

one program or class as a forum to complain about another program, class

or member of the instructional staff.

7.2.6 Learners shall not possess or attempt to duplicate any Institute

access key, enter or attempt to enter any closed Institute facility or remain or attempt to remain within a Institute facility after closing without

proper authorization.

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7.2.7 Learners shall not block or attempt to block access to or from an

Institute facility or disrupt or attempt to disrupt the scheduled use of any Institute facility.

7.2.8 Learners shall not possess, use, manufacture, consume, furnish or aid in the consumption or furnishing of alcohol, drugs or controlled

substances except as expressly permitted by law and in accordance with

Institute policies and regulations.

7.2.9 Learners shall not possess or use firearms, explosives (including

fireworks), dangerous chemicals or weapons of any kind on Institute-

owned or controlled property.

7.2.10 Learners shall demonstrate courtesy, fairness and respect in all

their interactions with others, including interactions with other learners, department and staff, both inside and outside the learning environment.

Disrespectful behaviour, including:

using offensive, profane or obscene language;

making remarks or engaging in conduct which is racist, sexist, or in any way discriminatory;

Engaging in behaviours or remarks which could reasonably be

interpreted as threatening; will not be tolerated.

7.2.11 Learners shall refrain from any conduct that may result in the

imposition of Institute sanctions, civil or criminal proceedings, or

which is inconsistent with the maintenance of a productive learning environment.

7.2.12 Learners shall not use Institute Computers and/or Networks in any manner inconsistent with any policies, regulations or codes

established by the Institute, including sending or displaying any form of

offensive, profane, obscene, harassing or threatening materials.

7.2.13 Learners shall not in any manner assist, by act or omission, any

other person in violating this Code of Conduct or any other policies,

regulations, rules, guidelines or procedures established by the Institute or its affiliates.

7.2.14.0 Out Of Bound Areas 7.2.14.1 Administration offices, particularly typing pools A.V. room,

teachers’ facilities and stores are as a general rule out of bounds for

the students. Exception is granted when they may see a tutor for advice in the office

provided prior arrangements are made through the Head of

department. 7.2.14.2 Materials for Typing

If an individual student or students’ organization needs to submit

materials for typing to the typing pool staff, authority should be

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sought from the Director of Studies or his Assistant. Such work tasks

will be delivered to the Training Division typing pool only 7.2.14.3 Kitchen

The kitchen and related stores are out of bounds for all students

except the mess representatives.

7.2.15. Hours of Work

7.2.15.1 General Working Hours

A student may be called upon any time to perform duties depending on the timetable, within or outside the institute in the interest of

training.

Formal classroom work will be held as scheduled in the timetable. The hours have to be followed very strictly.

7.2.15.2 Attendance: Lecture/Practical Lessons.

7.2.15.3 Students should never absent themselves from lectures or practical without any valid reasons or prior permission. Punctuality is to be

observed at all times.

7.2.15.4 Students should be especially aware of the 90% attendance rule, which is generally the lower percentage limit of attendance which

qualifies for assessment in any subject.

7.2.15.5 Students must be aware of their own responsibility of having

teaching. However an enquiry within the first minutes of the period on the where-about of the tutor concerned can be made by the class

representative.

7.2.15.6 Permission to Leave the Centre during Working Hours The student is normally not permitted to leave the Centre during

working hours. Permission can however, be granted by Head of

Departments

7.2.16.0 Extra – Curricula Activities

7.2.16.1 General. Students may establish certain clubs as part of extra curricula

activities for the purpose of promoting cultural, social and economic

aspects. Clubs such as fishing, debating, gardening etc. however,

constitutions should be presented to Director of Studies for approval. 7.2.16.2 Sports/Recreation

The Sports master will be in charge of all outdoor games, e.g. football

volleyball etc. indoor games will be taken care of by the counsellor. There is also a master in charge for other social/recreational activities.

The students’ committee for such activities is obliged to seek his

advice. 7.2.16.3 Self Reliance

Students may form and participate in extra-curricula activities as may

be required by their organization Example

Gardening, fishing and other economic projects. Organization leaders

should work hand in hand with the counsellor or tutor concerned in planning and seeks his advice on strategies for implementation.

7.2.16.4 Government Funds/Fund Raising Activity

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Any activity which may involve expenditure of government funds or

facilities should not be established before the Director of Studies gives his approval. Any activity which will be performed so as to raise funds

for any purpose the Training Co-ordinator will have to be notified in

advance for approval. 7.2.16. 5. Dispensary

Students falling sick during working hours should obtain a note from

the Head of Department to the Dispensary Medical Assistant who will

attend him/her on presenting the note. Working hours are from 07.30a.m to 3.45p.m. Students falling sick after working hours should

report to the Dispensary and present an ID card for identification and

payments.

7.2.17. Learning Resource Centre Use

The Learning Resource Centre will be open from Monday to Friday as

per following frequencies.

Monday - Friday - 7.30a.m. - 12.00p.m.

- 1.00p.m. - 4.00p.m

Evening Hours - 7.00p.m. - 9.00p.m.

Students should note and follow all the rules laid down for the use of Learning Resource Centre issued separately

7.2.18 Students Representative Students will be represented in the following committees. The

representative will give opinions/contribution in the meeting on behalf

of students

Meeting Participant

i. Disciplinary Committee Students representative – Chairman ii. Examination Board Academic representative

7.2.19 Procedure of Reporting

In matters that need reporting the students should do so in order of

responsibilities.

Matters concerning training should be reported to the Head of Department.

Hostel affairs and general student’s affairs should be reported to the

Housekeeper or students’ counsellor

General matters are to be reported by a student representative while

personal/private matters can directly be reported by the one concerned. Short – cuts in reporting will not be entertained under any

circumstances. Thus students should never go directly to report a

matter to the Principal, Director of Fisheries or any Official in the

Ministry.

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7.3.0 CODE OF CONDUCT FOR BOARDING LEARNERS

7.3.1 In the Hostels.

All hostel students are expected to be in their hostels by 11.00 p.m.

unless late or nigh out passes have been granted by the student

counsellor/Principal. No student may stay out late or be absent from

Learners with complaints

The complaints should first be discussed with appropriate course leader or

relevant staff in a department

STUDENT

COMPLAINTS

PROCEDURE The Complaints

Procedures should be

used after discussion

with the appropriate

Field/Course leader

or relevant staff in a

support department

has failed to resolve

the complaint.

STUDENT

COMPLAINTS

PROCEDURE

The Complaints

Procedures should be

used after discussion

with the appropriate

Field/Course leader

or relevant staff in a

support department

has failed to resolve

the complaint.

Satisfied with outcome Not satisfied – Go to stage I

Stage I – Departmental level

Meeting with Head of Department

Satisfied with outcome Not satisfied – Go to stage II

Stage II – Division level

Meeting with Director of Studies

Not satisfied – Go to stage III Satisfied with outcome

Stage III – Institute level

Meeting with Principal

Satisfied with outcome

Complaints will not be heard

further. Leaner will be advised

of access to Appeal Board or

independent Adjudicator

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the hostel. Absolute silence should be observed after 23.30 hours

except in authorized social activities.

7.3.2 Nights Out.

Hostel student intending to spend nights out during the weekends

should get prior permission form the counsellor. If permission is

granted, a student is required to give his or her contact address/

addressee before departure, and obtain a Pass in order to leave the

institute.

7.3.3 Cleanliness.

Students are responsible for their personal hygiene at all times as well

as for general cleanliness of the rooms and their effects. Students will

be held responsible for any littering or thrashing on the institute

premises or any act of changing room appearance. Thrash bins are

provided at several points and students are requested to deposit any

garbage in those.

7.3.4 Furniture/Equipment.

Furniture and equipment must not be removed or rearranged from

any room unless written permission has been obtained from Director

of Studies, Counsellor or Head of Department. Any breakage or

damage must be reported to the counsellor or to the Head of

Department. If not reported the students concerned will be liable for

the damage.

7.3. 5 Cooking

Cooking is prohibited in the hostels rooms and elsewhere on the

institute premises except in designated locations.

7.3.6 Intoxicating Liquors

Intoxicating drinks/liquors shall not be brought to the premises

except in authorized occasion. No drunkenness shall be tolerated on

the premises.

7.3.7 Visitors

Unauthorised persons, both males and females are not allowed in the

rooms.

Visitors are only allowed in the common rooms. As there is no

accommodation for visitors so far, students’ visitors should lodge at

Mbegani Social Club.

7.3.8 Married Students.

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Married students are not allowed to bring their families as family

accommodation is not available.

7.3.9 Social Activities.

Social activities are part of the students’ privileges. The usual timing

will be between 2000 hours to 2400hours midnight during weekends.

Extension of time can be authorized by Principal/Director of Studies.

There will be a limitation as to the number of social activities

(evenings) which the students will be allowed to arrange. A

programme for the whole school year will be worked out by the

Director of Studies in collaboration with students’ organization and

counsellor.

Requests for social evening arrangements (according to the

programme) shall be channelled through the social master/

Counsellor/Director of Studies not less than 1 week prior to the

arrangement.

7.3.10 Emergency/ Illness.

Instances of illness, accidents casualties and the fits should be

reported immediately to the Housekeeper, the Counsellor or the Head

of Department, Director of Studies during classes.

7.3.11.0 Meal Hours

Food will be served to boarding students only in the

Assembly/Dinning Hall as per following frequencies.

Breakfast 7.30am - 8.00a.m.

Tea/Coffee 11.00a.m. - 11.30a.m.

Lunch 2.30p.m. - 3.00p.m.

Dinner 7.00p.m. - 8.30p.m.

Students who are on duty will not be excused for tea or coffee break.

Under normal circumstances, no kitchen/dining ware shall be taken

outside the premises of the building designed as Dinning Hall.

7.3.11.1 Other persons will be served under special order.

7.3.12 Rules and the Resident/Worker

Even if a student has been influenced by a worker/resident in breaking of

the rules/regulations within the campus, onboard school bus or vessel, the

student involved shall be disciplined.

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7.3.13 Rules and the Security guards

Security guards should be left free to work at the Main Gate and elsewhere

as guided by the administration. The may also be required where the need

arises, to see that the rules and regulations for students are followed

7.4.0 INDISCIPLINE

A breach of any provision of this Code of Conduct will be considered to be a

disciplinary matter and subject to sanction in accordance with Institute

Quality Procedures.

The Institute expects that learners will familiarize themselves with the Code

of Conduct for Learners, and other Institute Policies, Institute Regulations,

Administrative Regulations, Operational Guidelines and Procedures which

are relevant to them, and will adhere to these Policies, Regulations,

Guidelines and Procedures to the best of their ability and assist and

encourage fellow learners to adhere to these Policies, Regulations,

Guidelines and Procedures.

Further, the Institute expects and encourages learners to draw perceived

problems with Institute Policy to the attention of their Student Government

Association, which will in turn take those concerns to management of the

Institute.

7.4.1. Disciplinary Action

Actions may include a series of verbal warnings, written warnings

leading to dismissal or dismissal without any of the above. (See

disciplinary code and its penalties Annex 1)

7.4.2 Damages and Losses

Awards will not be released until the students have settled their

accounts with the institute

7.5.0. CONCLUSION.

All the students are to abide by these rules and regulation and

those that may be issued from time to time.

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ANNEX 1: THE DISCIPLINARY CODE AND ITS PENALTIES

DISCIPLINARY

CODE PERMISSIBLE PENALTIES

No Where the Student

1st Breach 2nd Breach

3rd Breach

4th Breach 5th Breach

1. Late in class, Verbal warning

1st Written Warning

2nd Written Warning

Suspension -

2. Fails to attend classes practical without proper reasons

Verbal Warning

1st Written Warning

2nd Written Warning

Suspension Dismissal

3. Fails to attend extra curricula Activities

1st Verbal Warning

2nd Verbal Warning

1st Written Warning

2nd Written Warning

Suspension

4. Fails to observe cleanliness.

1st Verbal Warning

2nd Verbal Warning

3rd Verbal Warning

1st Written Warning

Suspension

5. Fails to observe, visitors’ regulation

1st Verbal Warning

1st Written Warning

2nd Written Warning


6. Fail to observe noise regulations

1st Verbal Warning

2nd Verbal Warning

3rd Verbal Warning

1st Written Warning

Dismissal

7. Fail to observe equipment regulations

Verbal warning, cost to be recovered

Cost to be recovered



Suspension cost to be recovered.

8. Social/Religious activities interfere with the Institute and training activities

Verbal warning

1st Written warning

2nd written warning

Suspension Summary dismissal

9. Fail to observe smoking regulations

Verbal warning

1st Written warning

2nd written warning

3rd Written Suspension

10. Absent from a special compulsory activity of the school

Verbal warning

1st Warning

2nd Written warning

3rd Written Suspension

11. Uses abusive language

1st Written Warning

2nd Written warning

3rd Written warning

Suspension Summary dismissal

12. Shows drunken behaviour/misuse of drugs

Suspension Summary Dismissal

- - -

13. Theft. Suspension Summary Dismissal

- - -

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14. Fights and/or cause bodily injury

Warning/Suspension

Summary Dismissal

- - -

15. Destroys intentional public property

Pays for property or maintenance

Summary Dismissal

- - -

16. Commits a criminal offence and proved guilty or convicted

Summary Dismissal

- - - -

17. Proved ring leader in strikes, unlawful demonstration

Suspension Summary Dismissal

- - -

18. Possession of unauthorised

Summary Dismissal

- - - -

19. Commits an assault to a staff member.

Suspension or summary Dismissal

- - - -

20. Commits another offence leading to suspension

Summary Dismissal

- - - -

21. Student observed in out of bounds area

Verbal warning

1st written warning

2nd written Warning


22. Sum of any 5 verbal warnings

1st Written 2nd Written

Suspension

Dismissal -

23. Sum of any 4 Written warnings

Suspension Dismissal - - -

24 Cook in hostel rooms or any undesignated location

Dismissal from hostel

- - -

A. Gross Indiscipline

Resulting into immediate suspension pending the final ruling from the

Director of Fisheries

a). Physical assault on a tutor or any member of staff during

lectures or when on duty (a civil servant is on duty 24 hours/day).

b). Grave disobedience and use of abusive language to a tutor or any member of staff when on duty.

B Criminals

Confirmed by police – are suspended with effect from the day he or

she is arrested. After conviction he or she is dismissed. C Suspension

The student is given an order to leave the Centre with a letter of

explanation to the employer/parents.

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No makeup of Examination/Tests/Teaching will be entertained after

the student returns to the Institute except in case where it is proved that the suspension was unjust to the student.

D. Appeal by Students In Case Of Suspension/Dismissal In case the student concerned is not satisfied with the judgment given

by disciplinary committee he can appeal before leaving the Institute

through the Principal to the Institute Board of Directors.

E The implementation of the Disciplinary code and its penalties will be

under the following officers.

Responsible

1. Verbal Warning Student Counsellor 2. Written Warnings Director of Studies 3. Suspension/Discontinuation Principal

NB: Number 3 will be implemented after the recommendation of the

schools Disciplinary committee.

F. A Disciplinary Committee

1. Chief Executive officer (Chairman)

2. Students Representative

3. Workers Chairman 4. Student Counsellor

5. (FAD) Administrative Officer

6. Head of Marine Engineering Department 7. Head of Boat Building Department

8. Head of Fish Processing Department

9. Head of Nautical Science Department

10. Director Of Training and Research – (Secretary)

NOTE: DTR is to make sure that

1. A meeting is convened when it deems necessary

2. The Institute Board is also to be convened in case of any appeal

c.c. Director of Fisheries

Fisheries Division

DAR ES SALAAM

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