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Fault detection

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TERM – 3RD TERM

WEEK TWO

Class: Junior Secondary School 3

Age: 14 years

Duration: 40 minutes of 5 periods each

Date:

Subject: BASIC TECHNOLOGY

Topic: FAULT DETECTION

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to

  1. Define fault detection
  2. Define troubleshooting
  3. Identify tools and instruments for fault detection

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Identification, explanation, questions and answers,

demonstration, videos from source

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Videos, loud speaker, textbook, pictures,

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

PERIOD 1-2

PRESENTATION

TEACHER’S ACTIVITY

STUDENT’S

ACTIVITY

STEP 1

INTRODUCTION

The teacher explains the meaning of fault detection to the students

Students pay

attention

STEP 2

EXPLANATION

Teacher explains troubleshooting

Students pay

attention and

participate

STEP 3

DEMONSTRATION

Teacher highlight and discuss the the uses of tools used in fault detection

Students pay

attention and

participate

STEP 4

NOTE TAKING

The teacher writes a summarized

note on the board

The students

copy the note in

their books

 

NOTE

FAULT DETECTION

Fault detection

Fault detection is the process of identifying abnormalities or deviations from expected behavior in a system or device. It helps identify issues or malfunctions, allowing for timely maintenance or corrective actions to prevent further problems.

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting in technology involves diagnosing and resolving problems or issues that arise in electronic devices, software, or systems. It includes identifying the root cause of malfunctions, analyzing error messages, and implementing solutions to restore functionality. Troubleshooting is a systematic process used to address technical problems and ensure the smooth operation of technology.

Tools and instruments for fault detection

Various tools and instruments are used for fault detection in different domains:

1. Multimeter: Measures voltage, current, and resistance to identify electrical issues.

2. Oscilloscope: Captures and analyzes electronic signals, helpful for diagnosing problems in circuits.

3. Network Analyzers: Detects issues in computer networks, such as connectivity problems or network congestion.

4. Fault Locators: Used in telecommunications to identify faults in cables or transmission lines.

5. Diagnostic Software: For computers and software systems, tools like system monitoring software or debugging tools help identify and fix issues.

6. Power Quality Analyzer: Monitors and analyzes electrical power to detect irregularities affecting equipment.

7. Gas Detectors: Detects leaks or abnormal levels of gases in industrial settings.

8. Circuit Testers: Checks the continuity and integrity of electrical circuits.

EVALUATION: 1. Define fault detection

  1. What is troubleshooting?
  2. Identify 5 tools for fault detection and describe their uses.

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation

CONCLUSION: The teacher commends the students positively