Communication… · SHS3 Aviation And Aerospace Engineering

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: 3.2.3.LI.1 - Present a summary of on-board surveillance systems.

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Define on-board surveillance systems and explain their purpose in aerospace vehicles.
Identify at least five distinct on-board surveillance systems and describe the function of each.
Categorise on-board surveillance systems according to what they monitor (aircraft status, external environment, or traffic).
Use labelled illustrations to show how at least three on-board surveillance systems operate.
Present a concise verbal summary of on-board surveillance systems to the class, responding to peer questions with accurate explanations.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Avionics (Strand 2)
Sub-strand: Communication, Navigation and Surveillance Systems (2.3)
Content standard: 3.2.3.CS.3 - Demonstrate knowledge of different aerospace surveillance technologies. 3.2.3.LO.1 Justify which communication systems are suitable for different communication scenarios in aviation. 3.2.3.LO.2 Describe the aircraft and spacecraft navigation systems. 3.2.3.LO.3 Use illustrations to demonstrate knowledge of aerospace surveillance systems.
Indicator: 3.2.3.LI.1 - Present a summary of on-board surveillance systems.
Suggested placement: Semester 2, Week 1 (Week 21 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. 106

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Collaborative Learning: In small mixed ability groups, learners research on on-board aerospace vehicle surveillance systems for class presentations.
Talk for Learning: Learners add on to what others say based on the group presentations.
Teaching and Learning Resources:
- Satellite dish antenna
Assessment (3.2.3.AS.1). The document marks these depth-of-knowledge levels for this indicator: Level 3 Strategic reasoning.