### Lesson Plan: Setting Out in Basic Tech
#### Grade Level
Junior Secondary 2 (JSS2)
#### Duration
1 hour
#### Subject
Basic Technology
#### Topic
Setting Out
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### Objectives
By the end of this lesson, students should be able to:
1. Define the term "setting out" in construction and building.
2. Explain the importance of setting out.
3. Identify the various tools and equipment used in setting out.
4. Demonstrate basic setting out techniques through simple classroom exercises.
### Materials Needed
- Chalkboard/Whiteboard
- Markers/Chalk
- Measuring tapes
- Pegs and string
- Carpenter's square
- Lecture notes/handouts
- Graphing paper/sheets
- Pencils and erasers
- Sample building plans
### Lesson Outline
#### Introduction (10 minutes)
1. **Greeting and Attendance** - Greet students and take attendance.
2. **Review Previous Lesson** - Briefly review what was covered in the last lesson to establish continuity.
3. **Introduction to the Lesson** - Introduce the topic “Setting Out” and explain that it is a critical first step in construction that ensures structures are built accurately according to design plans.
#### Direct Instruction (15 minutes)
1. **Definition and Explanation**
- Define "setting out" as the process of transferring building designs onto the ground so that the construction team knows where to build.
- Explain the objectives of setting out, which include marking boundaries, locating positions of structural elements, and ensuring the building fits within the allocated space.
2. **Importance of Setting Out**
- Emphasize why precise setting out is crucial to avoid costly mistakes, ensure structural integrity, and comply with local building regulations.
3. **Tools and Equipment**
- Introduce common tools used in setting out such as measuring tapes, pegs, string, and carpenter’s square.
- Briefly describe how each tool is used in the setting-out process.
#### Guided Practice (15 minutes)
1. **Demonstration**
- Demonstrate a basic setting out procedure using the tools.
- Show students how to measure and mark a simple rectangular plot on the classroom floor or school ground.
2. **Interactive Participation**
- Split the class into small groups.
- Each group will take turns practicing the setting out process under supervision.
- Encourage students to ask questions and provide assistance as needed.
#### Independent Practice (10 minutes)
1. **Classroom Activity**
- Hand out graphing paper and pencils.
- Ask students to draw a simple floor plan based on given dimensions.
- Students will then write down the steps they would take to set out this plan on the actual ground.
#### Assessment and Evaluation (5 minutes)
1. **Review Activity**
- Collect and quickly review students' drawings and written steps.
- Provide immediate feedback and corrections.
2. **Q&A Session**
- Open the floor for any questions about the lesson.
- Clarify any points of confusion and elaborate on any topic the students found challenging.
#### Conclusion (5 minutes)
1. **Recap of Key Points**
- Summarize the lesson by reiterating the definitions, importance, and tools involved in setting out.
2. **Preview of Next Lesson**
- Briefly introduce what the next lesson will cover to pique students' interest and prepare their minds for future concepts.
3. **Homework Assignment**
- Ask students to find and bring to the next class a simple building plan or layout from a local source (e.g., a magazine, blueprint, or any online resource).
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### Notes for the Teacher
- Ensure safety during the practical session by supervising tool usage closely.
- Allocate more time for practical due to the hands-on nature of the activity.
- Be patient and provide positive reinforcement as students may initially struggle with measurements and accuracy.