Aerodynamics and Propulsion · SHS2 Aviation And…

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: 2.1.2.LI.1 - Identify and measure the elements of weather using the appropriate instruments.

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Identify at least five elements of weather (temperature, humidity, precipitation, wind direction, wind speed, and atmospheric pressure) and state the instrument used to measure each.
Read and record measurements from a thermometer, hygrometer, rain gauge, wind vane, and anemometer with accuracy.
Demonstrate the correct procedure for using a wind vane to determine wind direction and an anemometer to estimate wind speed.
Interpret weather data collected from simple measurements and draw basic conclusions about current weather conditions.
Explain why accurate weather measurement is important for aviation safety and flight planning in Ghana.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Core Concepts in Aerospace Engineering (Strand 1)
Sub-strand: Aerodynamics and Propulsion (1.2)
Content standard: 2.1.2.CS.1 - Demonstrate knowledge of the properties of the international standard atmosphere. 2.1.2.LO.1 Explain the importance of weather in flight 2.1.2.LO.2 Identify the forces acting on an aerospace vehicle in flight. 2.1.2.LO.3 Compute the thrust generated by the propulsion system of an aerospace vehicle.
Indicator: 2.1.2.LI.1 - Identify and measure the elements of weather using the appropriate instruments.
Suggested placement: Semester 1, Week 1 (Week 1 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: NaCCA curriculum document, p. 65

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Experiential Learning: Students pay a visit to a weather station to learn about the elements of weather and how they are measured. Share experiences with the class.
Problem-Based Learning: In pairs/small groups, conduct an experiment to measure the elements of weather, e.g., temperature, rainfall, wind direction and speed. Share findings with the class.
Teaching and Learning Resources:
- Thermometer
- Anemometer
- Wind vane
- Introduction to flight (a book by John D. Anderson Jr.)
- National Geographic videos on accidents investigation
- A picture of the profile of the
- Introduction to flight (a book by
- aircraft incidents and
- atmosphere
- John D. Anderson Jr.)
Assessment (2.1.2.AS.1). The document marks these depth-of-knowledge levels for this indicator: Level 3 Strategic reasoning; Level 4 Extended critical thinking and reasoning.