Paper Code: 5/2015

Date of Test: 8th January 2015

Conducted By: Kerala Public Service Commission (Kerala PSC)

Post: Laboratory Technical Assistant

Subject Area: Fisheries – Aquaculture 

Department: Vocational Higher Secondary Education (VHSE)

Category: Kerala PSC Previous Year Question Papers

Overview

The Kerala PSC Laboratory Technical Assistant exam for Fisheries – Aquaculture under the Vocational Higher Secondary Education (VHSE) department was conducted on 8th January 2015, with Paper Code 5/2015. This exam was designed to recruit technically qualified candidates to assist in vocational laboratories, particularly those specializing in aquaculture and fisheries science.

This role supports practical education in aquaculture by maintaining lab environments, handling live specimens, and ensuring the smooth operation of teaching activities in VHSE institutions.

About the Post: Laboratory Technical Assistant – Fisheries (Aquaculture)

The Laboratory Technical Assistant (Aquaculture) supports fisheries-related courses by:

• Assisting in aquaculture lab setup and practical sessions

• Maintaining aquariums, tanks, and water quality systems

• Helping students with hands-on training in fish breeding, hatchery management, and fish health monitoring

• Managing scientific equipment, live feed cultures, and fish samples

• Ensuring adherence to safety and hygiene protocols in lab settings

This post is crucial in Kerala’s vocational education system, which integrates skill development with academic learning.

Exam Pattern

• Type of Exam: Objective (OMR-based Multiple Choice)

• Total Questions: 100

• Maximum Marks: 100

• Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes

• Negative Marking: 1/3 mark deducted for each incorrect answer

Syllabus & Topics Covered

The exam tested candidates on both subject-specific technical knowledge and general aptitude. Key areas included:

Aquaculture & Fisheries Science

• Principles of aquaculture and fish farming

• Types of aquaculture systems (pond, cage, biofloc, recirculatory)

• Breeding techniques and hatchery operations

• Common fish species cultivated in Kerala

• Feed management and water quality parameters

• Fish diseases, prevention, and health monitoring

Laboratory Practices

• Laboratory equipment and usage (e.g., DO meter, pH meter, microscope)

• Handling and sampling of live specimens

• Chemical testing of water for pH, salinity, hardness

• Hygiene and biosafety in aquatic environments

 General Knowledge & Current Affairs

• Kerala’s fisheries sector and government schemes

• Environment and biodiversity conservation

• Indian Constitution and social development programs

• Recent events (relevant to 2015)

Simple Arithmetic & Reasoning

• Basic calculations and unit conversions

• Logical reasoning and problem-solving

• Percentage, average, ratio, and time-based problems

English Language Proficiency

• Grammar and sentence formation

• Vocabulary and usage in technical contexts

• Comprehension and instruction-following

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