Tools and Machines in… · SHS2 Applied Technology

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: 2.4.1.LI.3 - Select and use appropriate machine for a specific woodwork operation

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Identify at least six woodwork machines (crosscut saw, circular saw, band saw, dimension saw, surface planer, thicknesser/combined surface planer and thicknesser) and name their main parts.
Match each woodwork machine to the specific operation it performs, justifying their choice with at least one reason.
Demonstrate the correct procedure for setting up and using one woodwork machine safely, following workplace ethics.
Describe the basic care and maintenance routine for woodwork machines, including cleaning, lubrication and inspection.
Explain the role of CNC woodworking machines in modern industry and compare them to manually operated machines.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Wood Technology (Strand 4)
Sub-strand: Tools and Machines in Woodwork Industry (4.1)
Content standard: 2.4.1.CS.1 - 2.4.1.CS.1 Demonstrate the ability to use woodwork hand tools, Joints and Machines in the woodwork shops 2.4.1.LO.1 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of hand tools and machines to select the right tool and machine for a specific woodwork operation
Indicator: 2.4.1.LI.3 - Select and use appropriate machine for a specific woodwork operation
Suggested placement: Semester 2, Week 2 (Week 22 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.
Source document note: The official curriculum document has a fault in this entry, so the curriculum text above is transcribed exactly as printed:

content standard text - p.98: prints the learning-outcome code as "1.4.1.LO.1"; filed under the section's own 2.4.1.LO.1
Curriculum reference: NaCCA curriculum document, p. 98

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Group work/Collaborative Learning
- Guide learners in mixed ability groups to co-operatively and passionately identify the following machines:
1. Crosscut saw
2. Circular saw
3. Band saw
4. Dimension saw
5. Surface planner
6. Thicknesser/Combined surface planer and thicknesser
- Assist learners in mixed ability groups to identify and describe the parts of the following machines co-operatively and passionately with open mindedness:
1. Crosscut saw
2. Circular saw
3. Band saw
4. Dimension saw
5. Surface planner
6. Thicknesser/Combined surface planer and thicknesser
- Group work/Collaborative Learning /Critical Thinking and Talk for Learning Approaches in identifying modern (CNC) woodworking machine and their uses.
- Assist learners in mixed ability groups to co-operatively discuss the uses of the following woodwork machines taking into consideration work ethics:
1. Crosscut saw
2. Circular saw
3. Band saw
4. Dimension saw
5. Surface planner.
6. Thicknesser//Combined surface planer and thicknesser
Digital Literacy learning: Task learners to passionately use search engines (YouTube) to surf for videos on the uses of the following sawing machines with open-mindedness:
1. Crosscut saw
2. Circular saw
3. Band saw
4. Dimension saw.
5. Thicknesser/ Combined Surface planer and thicknesser Experiential learning/ Group work/Collaborative Learning
- Guide learners with open-mindedness to select an appropriate machine and use it properly with self-control, taking into consideration work ethics.
- Task learners in mixed ability groups to co-operatively discuss the care and maintenance of woodwork machines with passion.

Assessment (2.4.1.AS.3). The document marks these depth-of-knowledge levels for this indicator: Level 3 Strategic reasoning.

Teaching and Learning Materials:
- Measuring tools: E.g., Rule, Tape Measure, Callipers
- Marking tools and setting out tools: Pencil, Try Square, Marking Gauge, Mortise Gauge Cutting Gauge, Sliding Bevel
- Cutting and Shaping tools: Saws, Planes, Spoke shave
- Circular saw
- Band saw
- Dimension saw
- Surface planner
- Thicknesser/Combined Surface planer and thicknesser
- Videos on the uses of the following Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machines:
- i. Circular saw
- ii. Crosscut saw
- iii. Band saw
- iv. Dimension saw
- v. Surface planner
- vi. Thicknesser/Combined Surface planer and thicknesser
- Rag
- Duster
- Screwdriver
- Handyman tools.
- Oil Crosscut saw.