Measuring and Marking Out · JHS3 Career Technology

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B9.3.1.1.2 - Demonstrate how to use the tools and equipment for measuring and marking out

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Demonstrate the correct use of at least five measuring and marking out tools across two different work areas (e.g., wood work, sewing, kitchen).
Select and justify the appropriate measuring and marking out tool for a given task, such as making a wooden chair, a sheet metal funnel, or setting out a wall.
Perform accurate measuring and marking out to produce a simple product (e.g., a wooden nameplate or a fabric bag) following given specifications.
Demonstrate proper care and maintenance of measuring and marking out tools, including cleaning and oiling metal parts.
Prepare a simple chart showing activities and the appropriate measuring and marking out tools used for each.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Tools, Equipment and Processes (Strand 3)
Sub-strand: Measuring and Marking Out (3.1)
Content standard: B9.3.1.1 - Demonstrate understanding of measuring and marking out tools and equipment for making artefacts/ products and care and maintain
Indicator: B9.3.1.1.2 - Demonstrate how to use the tools and equipment for measuring and marking out
Suggested placement: Term 2, Week 1 (Week 13 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. 92
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

1. Demonstrate how to use measuring and marking out tools and equipment for making artefacts/products in the following areas:
- Food laboratory (Kitchen)
- Sewing
- Building
- Wood work
- Metal work/plastic
2. Select and use appropriate measuring and marking out tools to make the following products:
- Wooden chair
- Sheet metal funnel
- Setting out a wall
- Dresses-use knowledge in body measurement to make dresses/blouses
- Meals-use knowledge in portion control to prepare meals for two persons
3. Prepare a chart showing the activities and the appropriate tools used.
4. Display charts in class for appraisal.
5.Demonstrate how to care for and maintain measuring and marking out tools used for making artefacts/products
E.g.
- Wash and clean tools after use
- Oil metal parts of tools