The table below outlines KofaStudy’s JSS1 Basic Technology Third Term Scheme of Work.
It is aligned with the NERDC curriculum and covers the major topics taught in schools across Nigeria
| Lesson | Topics Covered |
| 1. Woodwork Hand Tools I | * Definition of Woodwork Hand Tools * Woodwork Measuring Tools and Gauges * Woodwork Marking-out Tools and Setting-out Tools * Woodwork Driving Tools |
| 2. Woodwork Hand Tools II | * Woodwork Boring Tools * Woodwork Holding Devices * Woodwork Cutting Tools * Woodwork Cutting and Paring (Smoothing and Shaping) Tools |
| 3. Care and Maintenance of Woodwork Hand Tools | * Definition of Maintenance * How to Care for Woodwork Hand Tools |
| 4. Metalwork Hand Tools I | * Metalwork Hand Tools – Introduction * Metalwork Marking-out Tools * Metalwork Measuring Tools * Metalwork Driving Tools |
| 5. Metalwork Hand Tools II | * Metalwork Cutting Tools * Metalwork Holding Devices * Metalwork Boring Tools * Uses of Metalwork Hand Tools |
| 6. Care and Maintenance of Metalwork Hand Tools | * Methods for Maintaining Metalwork Hand Tools * Tips for Basic Maintenance of Metalwork Hand Tools |
| 7. Maintenance of Tools and Machines | * Definition of Maintenance * Types of Maintenance * Importance of Maintenance * Nature of Maintenance * Routine Maintenance * Importance of Keeping Maintenance Records |
| 8. Basic Electricity I | * Definition of Electric Current * Types of Current (AC and DC) * Definition of Electric Circuit * Components of an Electric Circuit * Electrical Symbols |
| 9. Basic Electricity II | * Electrical Measuring Instruments * Uses of Electrical Measuring Instruments * Transformer and Stabilizer * Electrical Appliances * Electrical Accessories |
| 10. Basic Electricity III & IV | * Simple Electrical Calculations * Electrical Circuit Connections * Series Circuit * Parallel Circuit * Simple Electrical Circuit Diagram |
Lesson 1 — Woodwork Hand Tools I:
Performance Objectives:
Students should be able to:
- define woodwork hand tools
- identify woodwork measuring tools and gauges
- identify woodwork marking-out and setting-out tools
- identify woodwork driving tools
- state the uses of common woodwork hand tools
Teacher Activities:
Teachers should:
- explain the meaning of woodwork hand tools
- show examples of measuring and marking-out tools
- demonstrate the uses of common woodwork hand tools
- guide students in identifying different tools
- explain safety precautions when using woodwork tools
Student Activities:
Students should:
- identify woodwork hand tools
- observe demonstrations of tool usage
- group tools according to their functions
- participate in practical identification exercises
- state the uses of common woodwork tools
Teaching & Learning Resources:
- woodwork measuring tools and gauges
- marking-out tools and driving tools
- flash cards showing woodwork tools
- charts of woodwork hand tools
- Basic Technology textbooks
Evaluation Guide:
- define woodwork hand tools correctly
- identify measuring and marking-out tools
- identify driving tools
- state the uses of woodwork hand tools
- observe safety precautions during tool usage
Lesson 2 — Woodwork Hand Tools II:
Performance Objectives:
Students should be able to:
- identify woodwork boring tools
- identify woodwork holding devices
- identify woodwork cutting tools
- identify smoothing and shaping tools
- state the uses of various woodwork tools
Teacher Activities:
Teachers should:
- show examples of boring, holding and cutting tools
- demonstrate the uses of each tool
- explain the functions of smoothing and shaping tools
- guide students in classifying tools according to function
- emphasise safety during handling of tools
Student Activities:
Students should:
- identify different woodwork tools
- group tools according to their functions
- observe demonstrations
- participate in tool identification activities
- state the uses of each tool
Teaching & Learning Resources:
- woodwork boring tools
- woodwork holding devices
- woodwork cutting and shaping tools
- flash cards showing woodwork tools
- Basic Technology textbooks
Evaluation Guide:
- identify boring tools correctly
- identify holding devices
- identify cutting tools
- identify shaping tools
- state the uses of woodwork tools
Lesson 3 — Care and Maintenance of Woodwork Hand Tools:
Performance Objectives:
Students should be able to:
- define maintenance
- explain the importance of maintenance
- describe proper care of woodwork tools
- state consequences of poor maintenance
- demonstrate correct storage of tools
Teacher Activities:
Teachers should:
- explain the meaning of maintenance
- demonstrate proper cleaning and storage of tools
- discuss the importance of maintenance
- show examples of damaged tools caused by poor maintenance
- guide students in proper tool care
Student Activities:
Students should:
- observe maintenance demonstrations
- practise cleaning and storing tools
- identify poorly maintained tools
- participate in classroom discussions
- state the importance of maintenance
Teaching & Learning Resources:
- woodwork hand tools
- tool storage rack
- flash cards showing maintenance practices
- charts on tool care
- Basic Technology textbooks
Evaluation Guide:
- define maintenance correctly
- explain the importance of maintenance
- describe proper care of woodwork tools
- state consequences of poor maintenance
- demonstrate correct storage methods
Lesson 4 — Metalwork Hand Tools I:
Performance Objectives:
Students should be able to:
- define metalwork hand tools
- identify metalwork marking-out tools
- identify metalwork measuring tools
- identify metalwork driving tools
- state the uses of metalwork hand tools
Teacher Activities:
Teachers should:
- introduce metalwork hand tools
- show examples of measuring, marking-out and driving tools
- demonstrate the uses of metalwork tools
- guide students in identifying tools correctly
- explain safety precautions during tool usage
Student Activities:
Students should:
- identify metalwork tools
- observe demonstrations
- classify tools according to function
- participate in tool identification activities
- state the uses of metalwork tools
Teaching & Learning Resources:
- metalwork hand tools
- flash cards showing metalwork tools
- charts of metalwork tools
- pictures of workshop activities
- Basic Technology textbooks
Evaluation Guide:
- define metalwork hand tools correctly
- identify measuring tools
- identify marking-out tools
- identify driving tools
- state the uses of metalwork tools
Lesson 5 — Metalwork Hand Tools II:
Performance Objectives:
Students should be able to:
- identify metalwork cutting tools
- identify metalwork holding devices
- identify metalwork boring tools
- state the uses of metalwork tools
- observe safety precautions during tool usage
Teacher Activities:
Teachers should:
- show examples of cutting, holding and boring tools
- demonstrate the uses of the tools
- guide students in classifying tools according to their functions
- explain safety precautions during tool handling
- supervise practical identification activities
Student Activities:
Students should:
- identify metalwork cutting tools
- identify holding devices and boring tools
- observe demonstrations of tool usage
- participate in practical identification activities
- state the uses of different metalwork tools
Teaching & Learning Resources:
- metalwork cutting tools
- metalwork holding devices
- metalwork boring tools
- flash cards showing metalwork tools
- Basic Technology textbooks
Evaluation Guide:
- identify metalwork cutting tools correctly
- identify holding devices
- identify boring tools
- state the uses of metalwork tools
- observe safety precautions during tool usage
Lesson 6 — Care and Maintenance of Metalwork Hand Tools:
Performance Objectives:
Students should be able to:
- define maintenance
- state methods of maintaining metalwork hand tools
- explain the importance of maintaining metalwork tools
- describe proper storage of metalwork tools
- demonstrate basic maintenance practices
Teacher Activities:
Teachers should:
- explain the meaning of maintenance
- demonstrate cleaning and proper storage of metalwork tools
- show examples of rusted and well-maintained tools
- discuss the importance of routine maintenance
- guide students in maintaining simple tools
Student Activities:
Students should:
- observe maintenance demonstrations
- identify well-maintained and poorly maintained tools
- practise cleaning simple metalwork tools
- participate in classroom discussions
- state the importance of maintenance
Teaching & Learning Resources:
- metalwork hand tools
- flash cards showing maintenance procedures
- charts on tool maintenance
- lubricants and cleaning materials
- Basic Technology textbooks
Evaluation Guide:
- define maintenance correctly
- state methods of maintaining metalwork tools
- explain the importance of maintenance
- describe proper storage methods
- demonstrate basic maintenance practices
Lesson 7 — Maintenance of Tools and Machines:
Performance Objectives:
Students should be able to:
- define maintenance
- identify types of maintenance
- state the importance of maintenance
- describe routine maintenance practices
- explain the importance of maintenance records
Teacher Activities:
Teachers should:
- explain the meaning and types of maintenance
- discuss the importance of maintaining tools and machines
- demonstrate simple routine maintenance practices
- explain the importance of keeping maintenance records
- guide students in identifying maintenance needs
Student Activities:
Students should:
- identify examples of maintenance activities
- observe maintenance demonstrations
- participate in classroom discussions
- differentiate between types of maintenance
- state reasons for keeping maintenance records
Teaching & Learning Resources:
- tools and machine parts
- maintenance record sheets
- flash cards showing maintenance activities
- charts on types of maintenance
- Basic Technology textbooks
Evaluation Guide:
- define maintenance correctly
- identify types of maintenance
- state the importance of maintenance
- describe routine maintenance practices
- explain the importance of maintenance records
Lesson 8 — Basic Electricity I:
Performance Objectives:
Students should be able to:
- define electric current
- differentiate between alternating current and direct current
- define an electric circuit
- identify components of an electric circuit
- recognise common electrical symbols
Teacher Activities:
Teachers should:
- explain the meaning of electric current
- differentiate between AC and DC using simple examples
- introduce the concept of an electric circuit
- identify components of a simple circuit
- teach common electrical symbols using charts
Student Activities:
Students should:
- identify sources of electricity around them
- observe simple circuit demonstrations
- identify electrical symbols
- participate in classroom discussions
- draw simple circuit components
Teaching & Learning Resources:
- flash cards showing electrical symbols
- simple circuit components
- batteries, bulbs and connecting wires
- charts on AC and DC current
- Basic Technology textbooks
Evaluation Guide:
- define electric current correctly
- differentiate AC from DC
- define an electric circuit
- identify circuit components
- recognise common electrical symbols
Lesson 9 — Basic Electricity II:
Performance Objectives:
Students should be able to:
- identify electrical measuring instruments
- state the uses of measuring instruments
- define transformer and stabilizer
- identify common electrical appliances
- identify electrical accessories
Teacher Activities:
Teachers should:
- introduce common electrical measuring instruments
- explain the functions of measuring instruments
- explain the meaning of transformer and stabilizer
- show examples of electrical appliances and accessories
- guide students in identifying electrical devices
Student Activities:
Students should:
- identify measuring instruments
- observe demonstrations of electrical devices
- list common electrical appliances
- identify electrical accessories
- participate in classroom discussions
Teaching & Learning Resources:
- flash cards showing electrical devices
- pictures of transformers and stabilizers
- electrical measuring instruments where available
- charts of electrical appliances and accessories
- Basic Technology textbooks
Evaluation Guide:
- identify electrical measuring instruments
- state their uses
- define transformer and stabilizer
- identify electrical appliances
- identify electrical accessories
Lesson 10 — Basic Electricity III & IV:
Performance Objectives:
Students should be able to:
- perform simple electrical calculations
- identify types of circuit connections
- differentiate between series and parallel circuits
- draw simple electrical circuit diagrams
- interpret basic circuit diagrams
Teacher Activities:
Teachers should:
- demonstrate simple electrical calculations
- explain series and parallel circuit connections
- draw simple circuit diagrams on the board
- guide students in interpreting circuit diagrams
- supervise practical circuit activities where possible
Student Activities:
Students should:
- solve simple electrical calculations
- identify series and parallel circuits
- draw simple circuit diagrams
- interpret basic electrical diagrams
- participate in practical demonstrations
Teaching & Learning Resources:
- flash cards showing circuit diagrams
- batteries, bulbs and connecting wires
- charts showing series and parallel circuits
- simple electrical calculation worksheets
- Basic Technology textbooks
Evaluation Guide:
- perform simple electrical calculations
- identify series and parallel circuits
- differentiate between circuit connections
- draw simple circuit diagrams
- interpret basic circuit diagrams
