Subject: Electrical Installation and Maintenance
Grade Level: Grade 7
Objective: Identify common electrical tools and materials
Learning across curriculum:
1) Mathematics - Measurement and Conversion: Students will apply their knowledge
of measurement and conversion when using electrical tools that require precise
measurements.
2) Science - Circuitry and Electricity: Students will understand the basic principles of
circuitry and electricity, which will help them in identifying the purpose and function of
electrical tools and materials.
3) Technology and Livelihood Education - Technical Drawing: Students will utilize
technical drawing skills to create diagrams and schematics of electrical systems,
which will require them to identify and use common electrical tools and materials.
ELICIT:
Teaching Strategy: Brainstorming
Instructional Materials: Whiteboard, markers
Anecdote 1: Share a personal experience of using electrical tools at home, such as
changing a light bulb or fixing a broken switch.
Anecdote 2: Relate a story about a local electrician in the community and the tools
he uses to provide electrical services.
ENGAGE:
Teaching Strategy: Picture Analysis
Instructional Materials: Pictures of common electrical tools and materials
1) Idea: Show pictures of different electrical tools and materials on a projector or
handouts. Ask students to identify each item and discuss their uses.
2) Idea: Conduct a role-playing activity where students take on the role of an
electrician. Provide them with a set of common electrical tools and materials and ask
them to demonstrate how they would use each item in a specific scenario.
EXPLORE:
Activity 1: Tool Identification
Teaching Strategy: Cooperative Learning
Materials: Various electrical tools and materials
Significance: This activity will allow students to handle and examine different
electrical tools and materials enhancing their understanding and familiarity with
them.
Instructions:
1) Divide students into small groups.
2) Provide each group with a set of electrical tools and materials.
3) Instruct students to identify each item and discuss its purpose and function.
4) Encourage group discussions and collaboration.
Rubric:
- Correct identification: 5 pts
- Accurate description of purpose and function: 5 pts
Assessment Questions:
1) What is the purpose of a multimeter?
2) How is a wire stripper used in electrical installations?
3) Name two common types of electrical cables.
Activity 2: Material Sorting
Teaching Strategy: Inquiry-Based Learning
Materials: Assorted electrical materials (e.g., wires, switches, outlets, circuit
breakers)
Significance: This activity will help students categorize and differentiate various
electrical materials based on their properties and uses.
Instructions:
1) Provide students with a variety of electrical materials.
2) Instruct them to sort the materials into different categories based on their
properties and uses.
3) Encourage students to discuss their sorting criteria and justify their choices.
Rubric:
- Correct categorization: 5 pts
- Clear justification of sorting criteria: 5 pts
Assessment Questions:
1) What is the purpose of a circuit breaker?
2) How can you differentiate between a single-pole and a double-pole switch?
3) Explain the difference between solid and stranded electrical wires.
Activity 3: Circuit Diagram Creation
Teaching Strategy: Project-Based Learning
Materials: Graph paper, pencils, rulers
Significance: This activity will allow students to apply their knowledge of electrical
tools and materials by creating circuit diagrams.
Instructions:
1) Instruct students to create a circuit diagram of a simple electrical circuit, including
the necessary tools and materials.
2) Provide guidelines on the symbols and conventions to be used in the diagram.
3) Encourage creativity and accuracy in representing the circuit.
Rubric:
- Correct depiction of circuit components: 5 pts
- Clear and organized diagram: 5 pts
Assessment Questions:
1) What is the purpose of a resistor in an electrical circuit?
2) How can you represent a light bulb in a circuit diagram?
3) Explain the function of a fuse in an electrical system.
EXPLAIN:
Teaching Strategy: Lecture and Discussion
Provide a detailed explanation of common electrical tools and materials, their
purposes, functions, and proper usage. Engage students in a discussion by asking
questions and encouraging them to share their observations and experiences related
to the topic.
ELABORATE:
Teaching Strategy: Experiential Learning
Task 1: Wiring a Simple Circuit
Materials: Battery, light bulb, wires, switch, electrical tape
Task 2: Troubleshooting a Faulty Circuit
Materials: Faulty circuit with identified issues, multimeter, wire stripper, electrical
connectors
Students will apply their knowledge of common electrical tools and materials by
completing practical tasks. Task 1 will involve wiring a simple circuit using the
provided materials, while Task 2 will require students to troubleshoot and fix issues
in a faulty circuit.
EVALUATE:
Teaching Strategy: Games and Gamification
Instructional Materials: Quiz questions on electrical tools and materials
Question 1: Multiple Choice - Which tool is used to measure electrical voltage?
Question 2: True or False - A circuit breaker is used to control the flow of electrical
current.
Question 3: Fill in the Blank - _______ is a type of electrical cable commonly used
for household wiring.
EXTEND:
Teaching Strategy: Case Studies
Instructional Materials: Case studies involving real-life electrical installations and
maintenance tasks
Present students with case studies that require them to apply their knowledge of
common electrical tools and materials in solving electrical problems or determining
the most appropriate tools and materials for specific situations.
Assignment:
Assignment 1: Research Project
Teaching Strategy: Differentiation
Overview for the teacher: Instruct students to research and create a presentation
on a specific electrical tool or material, including its purpose, functions, and proper
usage.
Assessment Question: Create a presentation on the uses and importance of an
electrical tool or material of your choice.
Assignment 2: Practical Application
Teaching Strategy: Problem-Based Learning
Overview for the teacher: Assign students a practical task that involves using
common electrical tools and materials to complete a specific electrical installation or
maintenance task.
Assessment Question: Document and explain the steps you took to complete the
assigned electrical installation or maintenance task.
Note: The teaching strategies, engagement strategies, and materials used in the
lesson plan may vary depending on the resources and preferences of the teacher
and school.
