Lesson Plan for Junior Secondary 1 - Basic Tech - Maintenance Of Tools And Machines

**Lesson Plan: Maintenance of Tools and Machines** **Grade Level:** Junior Secondary 1 **Subject:** Basic Tech **Topic:** Maintenance of Tools and Machines **Duration:** 60 minutes **Objectives:** - Understand the importance of maintaining tools and machines. - Identify different types of maintenance. - Recognize basic maintenance tasks for tools and machines. - Develop a habit of regular maintenance. **Materials Needed:** - Various tools (screwdrivers, wrenches, hammers, etc.) - Machines (basic machines like a sewing machine, small motor) - Cleaning supplies (cloths, brushes) - Safety gear (gloves, goggles) - Maintenance log sheets **Introduction (10 minutes):** 1. **Greeting and Attendance**: Begin by greeting the students and taking attendance. 2. **Hook Activity**: Show a short, engaging video or images of tools and machines in poor condition versus ones that are well-maintained. Ask students to discuss what they think causes the differences. 3. **Objective Setting**: Explain the objectives of the lesson and why maintenance is crucial for the longevity and efficiency of tools and machines. **Body (40 minutes):** 1. **The Importance of Maintenance (10 minutes):** - Discuss why maintaining tools and machines is important. - Emphasize safety, efficiency, cost savings, and extending the lifespan of the equipment. 2. **Types of Maintenance (10 minutes):** - **Preventive Maintenance**: Regular, scheduled upkeep to prevent breakdowns. - **Corrective Maintenance**: Fixing or replacing parts as needed when problems occur. - **Predictive Maintenance**: Using data and monitoring tools to predict when maintenance should be done. 3. **Basic Maintenance Tasks (10 minutes):** - **Cleaning**: Keeping tools and machines free from dust, dirt, and debris. - **Lubricating**: Ensuring that moving parts operate smoothly. - **Inspection**: Regularly checking tools and machines for wear and tear. - **Sharpening**: Keeping edges (like knives and blades) sharp for efficiency. - Demonstrate with a few common tools and machines. 4. **Practical Session (10 minutes):** - Split students into small groups. - Assign each group a tool or a simple machine. - Provide the necessary cleaning supplies and safety gear. - Guide them through a basic maintenance routine. - Supervise and assist as needed. **Conclusion (10 minutes):** 1. **Recap**: Summarize the key points of the lesson. 2. **Q&A**: Open the floor for any questions and provide answers. 3. **Assessment**: Hand out a short quiz or worksheet to assess understanding. 4. **Maintenance Logs**: Introduce students to maintenance log sheets and explain their use. 5. **Homework**: Assign students to observe and create a maintenance plan for a tool or machine at home. **Assessment:** - Participation in group activities. - Responses to questions during the Q&A session. - Accuracy and completeness of the maintenance log sheet. - Results from the quiz or worksheet. **Extensions:** - Organize a field trip to a local workshop or factory to observe professional maintenance practices. - Invite a guest speaker, such as a maintenance technician, to discuss real-life maintenance scenarios and tips. **Reflection:** After the lesson, reflect on what worked well and what could be improved. Note any difficulties students had and consider adjustments for future lessons.