Planning for Making… · JHS3 Career Technology

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B9.5.3.1.3 - Describe ways of using the natural building materials for production

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Identify at least three types of clay/laterite bricks and blocks used in building construction.
Describe the three main methods of manufacturing clay/laterite bricks and blocks: extruded, moulded, and dry-pressed.
Explain the steps involved in producing moulded clay/laterite blocks, from soil selection to curing.
State the advantages and limitations of using natural building materials like clay and laterite.
Present ideas on natural building materials in a clear, logical order using correct construction and structure of speech.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Designing and Making of Artefacts/products (Strand 5)
Sub-strand: Planning for Making Artefacts/products (5.3)
Content standard: B9.5.3.1 - Demonstrate understanding of planning for making artefacts/ products/ meals
Indicator: B9.5.3.1.3 - Describe ways of using the natural building materials for production
Suggested placement: Term 3, Week 6 (Week 30 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. 112
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

1. Discuss how clay/laterite is used for producing bricks/blocks.
E.g.
- Identify types of clay/laterite brick/block
- Describe the methods of manufacturing clay/laterite bricks/blocks-extruded, moulded, dry-pressed