Lesson Plan for Senior Secondary 1 - Auto Mechanical - Hand Tools/maintenance Iii

### Lesson Plan: Auto Mechanical - Hand Tools/Maintenance III #### Senior Secondary 1 #### Duration: 90 minutes --- #### **Objective:** - Students will learn about various automotive hand tools. - Students will understand the importance of proper tool maintenance. - Students will acquire hands-on skills for maintaining hand tools. --- #### **Materials:** - Whiteboard and markers - Projector and computer for presentation - Various automotive hand tools (wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers, etc.) - Tool maintenance supplies (oil, cleaning cloths, rust remover, etc.) - Safety goggles and gloves - Handouts on tool maintenance steps - Toolbox for demonstration --- #### **Lesson Outline:** ##### **1. Introduction (10 minutes):** - Briefly review the previous lesson on hand tools/maintenance. - Introduce today’s topic: Hand Tools/Maintenance III. - Explain the objectives of the lesson. ##### **2. Presentation (20 minutes):** - Display a PowerPoint presentation about various automotive hand tools. - Types of tools: wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers, ratchets, etc. - Specific uses for each tool. - Discuss the importance of each tool in automotive work. - Highlight common problems that occur if tools are not maintained properly. ##### **3. Demonstration (20 minutes):** - Show various hand tools to the class and discuss their purposes. - Demonstrate how to properly use each tool. - Explain and demonstrate the steps to maintain automotive hand tools. - Cleaning tools after use. - Oiling and lubricating moving parts. - Storing tools properly to avoid damage. - Checking tools regularly for wear and damage. ##### **4. Group Activity (20 minutes):** - Divide students into small groups. - Distribute different hand tools and maintenance supplies to each group. - Assign each group a specific tool to clean, oil, and inspect for damage. - Encourage students to follow the demonstrated maintenance steps. ##### **5. Practical Hands-on Session (10 minutes):** - Allow students to individually practice the maintenance process on various hand tools. - Monitor the process, offering guidance and corrections as necessary. - Emphasize safety precautions such as wearing goggles and gloves. ##### **6. Review and Q&A (5 minutes):** - Review the key points covered in the lesson about hand tools and their maintenance. - Ask questions to gauge the students' understanding. - Encourage students to ask any questions they may have. ##### **7. Assignment (5 minutes):** - Distribute handouts that outline the maintenance steps for various hand tools. - Assign students to complete a maintenance report at home, documenting the process of maintaining a specific tool. --- #### **Assessment:** - Observe students during the practical session to assess their understanding and skills. - Evaluate the maintenance report assignment for thoroughness and accuracy. --- #### **Closure:** - Recap the importance of proper hand tool maintenance in automotive work. - Highlight how regularly maintained tools ensure safety and efficiency in the workshop. - Remind students to always handle tools with care and respect. --- #### **Additional Notes:** - Consider inviting an experienced mechanic to demonstrate advanced tool maintenance techniques. - Plan a field trip to an automotive workshop for practical exposure. --- This lesson plan ensures that students not only gain theoretical knowledge about hand tools and their maintenance but also practical experience that reinforces learning and skill development.