Lesson Plan for Senior Secondary 1 - Auto Mechanical - Equipment/maintenance I

**Lesson Plan: Auto Mechanical** **Grade Level:** Senior Secondary 1 **Topic:** Equipment/Maintenance --- **Lesson Duration:** 1 hour 30 minutes --- **OBJECTIVES:** 1. **Cognitive:** - Understand the basic types of automotive equipment and tools. - Identify common maintenance practices. 2. **Psychomotor:** - Demonstrate the proper usage of basic automotive tools and equipment. - Perform simple maintenance tasks such as oil checks and tire pressure adjustments. 3. **Affective:** - Appreciate the importance of regular vehicle maintenance. - Foster a sense of responsibility towards vehicle care. --- **MATERIALS NEEDED:** - Whiteboard and markers - Multimedia projector - Handouts on automotive equipment and maintenance procedures - Basic automotive tools (wrench, screwdrivers, tire pressure gauge, etc.) - A vehicle for practical demonstration - Safety gear (gloves, safety glasses, etc.) --- **LESSON PROCEDURE:** **1. Introduction (15 minutes)** - **Greeting and Roll Call:** - Greet the students and take attendance. - **Icebreaker:** - Ask students about any previous experiences they have had with automotive maintenance. - **Purpose of the Lesson:** - Explain the importance of understanding automotive equipment and regular maintenance. **2. Theoretical Teaching (30 minutes)** - **Presentation on Basic Automotive Equipment:** - Use the multimedia projector to display images and descriptions of basic tools and equipment used in automotive maintenance (e.g., wrenches, jacks, tire pressure gauges, etc.). - **Discussion on Maintenance Practices:** - Explain common maintenance tasks (e.g., oil change, checking tire pressure, inspecting fluid levels, etc.). - Emphasize the importance of regular maintenance to ensure vehicle safety and longevity. - **Q&A Session:** - Allow students to ask questions to clarify their understanding of the concepts taught. **3. Practical Demonstration (30 minutes)** - **Safety Briefing:** - Explain the importance of safety gear and practices when working on vehicles. - Distribute safety gloves and glasses. - **Tool Identification and Usage:** - Show students the tools and explain their specific uses. - Demonstrate proper handling and usage of each tool. - **Vehicle Maintenance Demonstration:** - Demonstrate how to perform an oil check. - Show how to check and adjust tire pressure. - Perform a fluid level inspection (coolant, brake fluid, etc.). **4. Hands-On Practice (15 minutes)** - **Student Participation:** - Divide students into small groups. - Assign each group a specific task (e.g., checking oil, tire pressure, fluid levels). - Rotate groups to ensure each student gains hands-on experience with different tasks. - Supervise and assist as needed. **5. Conclusion and Clean-Up (10 minutes)** - **Re-cap:** - Summarize key points discussed during the lesson. - Highlight the importance of each maintenance task demonstrated. - **Evaluation:** - Quickly assess each group’s performance and provide constructive feedback. - **Assignment:** - Assign a short reflective essay on the importance of regular vehicle maintenance. - **Clean-Up:** - Ensure all tools are cleaned and put away. - Ensure the teaching space is clean before dismissal. --- **HOMEWORK:** - Read the provided handout on advanced maintenance tasks and be prepared to discuss in the next class. - Reflective essay on the importance of regular vehicle maintenance (200 words). --- **EVALUATION METHODS:** - Observation of student participation during hands-on practice. - Checking the quality of the practical tasks performed. - Assessment of the reflective essay. --- **RESOURCES:** - "Automotive Maintenance Basics" by John Thomson - Online videos demonstrating vehicle maintenance procedures --- **NOTES:** - Ensure that all safety protocols are strictly followed during the practical demonstration. - Encourage questions and active participation to foster a deep understanding of the subject matter. --- **FOLLOW-UP LESSONS:** - Advanced maintenance techniques. - Diagnostic procedures for automotive issues. ---