JHS1 Career Technology · Term 2 Week 11: Simple Structures and Mechanisms, Electric and Electronic Systems

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B7.4.1.1.3 - Design and make simple structures

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Identify compliant and resistant materials (paper, cardboard, wood, metal, plastic) and the tools and equipment used for making simple structures.
Plan and design a simple structure by preparing working drawings that show accurate dimensions.
Construct a mock-up of either a frame structure or a shell structure using low-cost local materials.
Test and evaluate their mock-up, stating at least two strengths and two weaknesses, and make modifications to improve it.
Display their finished mock-up and give and receive appraisal using clear criteria.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Technology (Strand 4)
Sub-strand: Simple Structures and Mechanisms, Electric and Electronic Systems (4.1)
Content standard: B7.4.1.1 - Demonstrate understanding of structures in construction
Indicator: B7.4.1.1.3 - Design and make simple structures
Suggested placement: Term 2, Week 11 (Week 23 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: Career Technology, Common Core Programme (JHS1-JHS3), 2023, p. 28
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

1. Identify compliant and resistant materials, tools and equipment for making structures.
E.g.: paper, cardboards, wood, metal and plastic
2. Plan and design the artefact.
E.g., prepare working drawings showing dimensions
3. Make mock-ups of simple structures.
E.g., frame and shell.
Note: Examples of structures are car bodies, types of roofing, chairs, aircraft, train, radio and cupboard.
4. Test and evaluate the mock-ups by indicating the strengths and weaknesses of the structures and make modifications
5. Display the mock-ups for appraisal