Lesson Notes By Weeks and Term v4 - SHS 1
PRE-CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES
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PRE-CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES
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Subject: Applied Technology
Class: SHS 1
Term: 1st Term
Week: 15
Grade code: 1.2.1.LI.4
Strand code: 2
Sub-strand code: 1
Content standard code: 1.2.1.CS.2
Indicator code: 1.2.1.LI.4
Theme: BUILDING CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY
Subtheme: PRE-CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES
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Solution 1: A - 2: The Architect creates the floor plans and elevations that define the building's layout and appearance. B - 4: The Structural Engineer is responsible for the safety of the building's "skeleton," so they detail the reinforcement for foundations and beams. C - 1: The Quantity Surveyor's main job is cost management, and the Bill of Quantities is their key tool for calculating and controlling costs. D - 3: The Electrical Engineer designs all the electrical systems, which are shown in wiring diagrams and power layouts. *Commentary:* This question helps reinforce the core responsibility of each professional by linking them to a tangible output or document they produce.
Solution 1: A - 2: The Architect creates the floor plans and elevations that define the building's layout and appearance. B - 4: The Structural Engineer is responsible for the safety of the building's "skeleton," so they detail the reinforcement for foundations and beams. C - 1: The Quantity Surveyor's main job is cost management, and the Bill of Quantities is their key tool for calculating and controlling costs. D - 3: The Electrical Engineer designs all the electrical systems, which are shown in wiring diagrams and power layouts.
*Commentary:* This question helps reinforce the core responsibility of each professional by linking them to a tangible output or document they produce.
Question 2 (Level 2: Conceptual Understanding) A client, Madam Afia, wants to build a new two-storey house in Madina. During a meeting, she raises the following concerns. For each concern, state which professional is best suited to provide the primary answer. a) "I'm worried this beautiful design with large glass windows will be too expensive for my budget." b) "Will this house be safe during a strong storm or earth tremor?" c) "I want to make sure I have enough sockets in the kitchen for my fridge, microwave, and blender." d) "I don't like the position of the kitchen; I want it to face the morning sun."
Solution 2: a) Quantity Surveyor (QS): The QS is the cost expert. They can analyse the cost of the large glass windows and suggest alternatives if it exceeds the budget. b) Structural Engineer: Safety against forces like wind (storm) or seismic activity (tremor) is the core responsibility of the Structural Engineer. c) Electrical Engineer: The placement and number of electrical sockets are part of the electrical design plan created by the Electrical Engineer. d) Architect: The layout of rooms (like the kitchen's position) and how the building relates to its environment (like the sun's path) is a primary design decision made by the Architect.