Development of Solid Figures (Cone, Prism, Pyramids, Cylinder Technical Drawing SS 2 First Term Lesson Notes Week 3 and 4

Lesson Plan: Technical Drawing – Week 3 and 4

Subject: Technical Drawing
Class: SS2
Term: First Term
Week: 3 and 4
Age: 16-17 years
Topic: Surface Development
Sub-topic: Development of Solid Figures (Cone, Prism, Pyramids, Cylinder)
Duration: 80 minutes per session

Behavioural Objectives:

By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:

  1. Define and describe various solid figures such as cone, prism, pyramids, and cylinder.
  2. Construct a complete figure from truncated cone, prisms, pyramids, and cylinders.

Keywords:

Surface development, cone, prism, pyramid, cylinder, truncated solids

Set Induction:

Start with a discussion on everyday objects that resemble solid figures, such as ice cream cones, tents, and cans.

Entry Behaviour:

Students have basic knowledge of geometric shapes and drawing tools.

Learning Resources and Materials:

  • Drawing instruments (protractor, compass, T-square, set square, divider, scale, French curve, straight edge)
  • Drawing board and paper
  • Models of solid figures
  • Charts and posters

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:

Discuss how basic geometric shapes are used in previous topics and real-life applications.

Embedded Core Skills:

  • Critical thinking and problem solving
  • Communication and collaboration
  • Leadership and personal development

Learning Materials:

  • Lagos State Scheme of Work for Technical Drawing
  • Drawing manuals and textbooks
  • Online resources (e.g., slideshare.net)

Instructional Materials:

  • Protractor, compass, T-square, set square, divider, scale, French curve, straight edge
  • Drawing board, drawing paper, models, charts, posters

Content:

Definitions and Constructions:

  1. Cone:
    • Definition: A cone is a solid figure with a circular base and a single vertex. It is created by rotating a right triangle around one of its legs.
    • Construction: To construct a cone, draw a circle for the base and connect the circumference to a single point (the vertex) above the center of the base.
    • Applications: Cones are used in various applications such as traffic cones, funnels, and ice cream cones.
  2. Prism:
    • Definition: A prism is a solid figure with two parallel, congruent bases connected by rectangular faces. The bases can be any polygon.
    • Construction: To construct a prism, draw the base shape, then draw the same shape parallel to it, and connect the corresponding vertices with straight lines.
    • Applications: Prisms are used in optical instruments, buildings, and packaging.
  3. Pyramids:
    • Definition: A pyramid is a solid figure with a polygonal base and triangular faces that meet at a common point (the apex).
    • Construction: To construct a pyramid, draw the base shape, then connect each vertex of the base to a single point (the apex) above the center of the base.
    • Applications: Pyramids are used in architecture (e.g., Egyptian pyramids), and design structures.
  4. Cylinder:
    • Definition: A cylinder is a solid figure with two parallel, congruent circular bases connected by a curved surface.
    • Construction: To construct a cylinder, draw two circles for the bases, then connect the circumferences with straight vertical lines.
    • Applications: Cylinders are used in everyday objects such as cans, pipes, and tanks.

Truncated Solids:

  • Definition: Truncated solids are shapes that have had one of their parts removed by cutting along a plane.
  • Construction: To construct truncated solids, draw the original solid figure and then cut it with a plane to create a new shape.

Evaluation (Fill-in-the-Blank Questions):

  1. A ________ has a circular base and a single vertex.
    a) cone
    b) prism
    c) pyramid
    d) cylinder
  2. A prism has ________ parallel bases.
    a) two
    b) three
    c) four
    d) five
  3. The faces of a pyramid are ________.
    a) rectangular
    b) triangular
    c) circular
    d) square
  4. A cylinder has ________ bases.
    a) triangular
    b) rectangular
    c) circular
    d) polygonal
  5. Truncated solids are created by ________ a part of a solid figure.
    a) adding
    b) removing
    c) rotating
    d) scaling
  6. A pyramid has a ________ base.
    a) circular
    b) polygonal
    c) rectangular
    d) elliptical
  7. The curved surface of a cylinder connects the two ________.
    a) edges
    b) vertices
    c) bases
    d) faces
  8. A cone is created by rotating a ________ around one of its legs.
    a) rectangle
    b) square
    c) triangle
    d) circle
  9. Prisms are used in ________ instruments.
    a) musical
    b) optical
    c) electrical
    d) mechanical
  10. The apex of a pyramid is the ________ point where all faces meet.
    a) lowest
    b) central
    c) highest
    d) base
  11. Cylinders are common in objects like ________.
    a) books
    b) pipes
    c) cubes
    d) pyramids
  12. To develop a model of a truncated cone, you need to ________ the original cone.
    a) extend
    b) cut
    c) rotate
    d) scale
  13. The bases of a prism can be any ________.
    a) circle
    b) polygon
    c) ellipse
    d) arc
  14. A ________ connects the vertex of a pyramid to its base.
    a) edge
    b) face
    c) radius
    d) height
  15. The curved surface of a ________ cylinder is created by a rectangle wrapped around the circular bases.
    a) hollow
    b) solid
    c) truncated
    d) composite

Class Activity Discussion (FAQs):

  1. What is a cone?
    • A solid figure with a circular base and a single vertex.
  2. How do you construct a prism?
    • By drawing two parallel, congruent bases and connecting their vertices.
  3. What is a pyramid used for?
    • In architecture and design structures like the Egyptian pyramids.
  4. Why is a cylinder important?
    • It’s used in everyday objects like cans, pipes, and tanks.
  5. How do you make a truncated solid?
    • By cutting a part of the original solid figure along a plane.
  6. What are the faces of a pyramid like?
    • They are triangular.
  7. What tools do you need to draw a cone?
    • A compass, protractor, and drawing instruments.
  8. What is the apex of a pyramid?
    • The common point where all triangular faces meet.
  9. Why are prisms used in optical instruments?
    • They help in manipulating light.
  10. How do you construct a cylinder?
    • By drawing two circles for the bases and connecting them with straight lines.
  11. What is the role of the curved surface in a cylinder?
    • It connects the two circular bases.
  12. How are cones used in everyday life?
    • Examples include traffic cones and ice cream cones.
  13. What are truncated solids?
    • Solids with a part removed by cutting along a plane.
  14. What is the significance of the base in a pyramid?
    • It is the foundation that supports the triangular faces.
  15. Why is it important to understand solid figures in technical drawing?
    • It helps in designing and constructing models in engineering and architecture.

Presentation:

Step 1: The teacher revises the previous topic, discussing basic geometric shapes and their properties. Step 2: The teacher introduces the new topic, explaining different types of solid figures and their constructions. Step 3: The teacher allows students to contribute by sharing their ideas on solid figures and corrects them when necessary.

Teacher’s Activities:

  • Explain the definitions and constructions of solid figures.
  • Demonstrate the use of drawing instruments.
  • Guide students in constructing solid figures and their truncated forms.

Learners’ Activities:

  • Participate in brainstorming sessions.
  • Practice constructing various solid figures.
  • Develop models of truncated solid figures.

Assessment:

Evaluation Questions:

  1. Define a cone.
  2. What are the practical applications of prisms?
  3. Describe a pyramid.
  4. How do you construct a cylinder?
  5. List the tools needed to draw a truncated cone.
  6. What is the difference between a cone and a cylinder?
  7. Explain how truncated solids are used in engineering.
  8. How can you use a French curve in technical drawing?
  9. What is the role of the base in a pyramid?
  10. Describe the process of constructing a truncated prism.

Conclusion:

The teacher goes around to mark learners’ work, takes notes of learners who need help, and makes necessary corrections.

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