ENERGY

Meaning of Energy Energy is defined as the ability or capacity to do work. The unit of energy is Joules (J) Sources of Energy There are two main sources of energy, the natural and the artificial sources of energy. The…
Lesson Notes, Audio Lessons, Exam Questions
Lesson Notes, Audio Lessons, Exam Questions
Our JSS 1 Basic Technology notes cover the entire academic year, including 1st, 2nd, and 3rd-term syllabi.
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See our comprehensive JSS 1 Basic Technology notes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd terms. Covering all key topics for the year, aligned with the school syllabus.

Meaning of Energy Energy is defined as the ability or capacity to do work. The unit of energy is Joules (J) Sources of Energy There are two main sources of energy, the natural and the artificial sources of energy. The…

Rubber vs. Plastic In the past, people have seen the progress of technology. From the simple usage of wood and cement to the invention of metal, mankind has really made great progress to become what they are today. Along with…

Ceramic Material CharacteristicsCeramics and glasses are inorganic, nonmetallic materials consisting of metallic and nonmetallic elements bonded primarily with ionic and covalent bonds. These high strength bonds give rise to the special characteristics of these materials. They occupy a unique place…

Metals – Ferrous and Non Ferrous Metals. Exercise 1: Make a list of all the different metals that you know about. Metals. Two main groups, 1.Ferrous. 2.Non-Ferrous. Metals Ferrous Pure Ferrous Metals Non Ferrous Ferrous Alloys Pure Non Ferrous Metals…

Differences and similarities between metals and non-metals Properties: Metals: Non-metals: Strong Brittle Malleable and ductile Brittle React with oxygen to form basic oxides React with oxygen to form acidic oxides Sonorous Dull sound when hit with hammer High melting and…

What is wood? You often hear people grumbling about money and all kinds of other things that “don’t grow on trees”; the great thing about wood is that it does grow on trees—or, more specifically, in their trunks and branches. Structure of…

Rules and Regulations 1) Never work alone in the workshop, work at least in pairs. This is so because in case of industrial/workshop accident the other partner will be a helper (Ecclesiastes 4:9-10) it’s all about Teamwork. 2) Think about…

Workshop Rules and Safety Considerations Workshop safety is everyone’s responsibility, the following rules have been put in place to ensure the safety of all students and staff. Please read the safety rules carefully before entering the workshop. Workshop rules Most…
Footways or footpaths (including any path along the side of a road) should be used if provided. Where possible, avoid being next to the kerb with your back to the traffic. If you have to step into the road, look…

Technology (“science of craft”, from Greek τέχνη, techne, “art, skill, cunning of hand”; and -λογία, -logia[2]) is the collection of techniques, skills, methods, and processes used in the production of goods or services or in the accomplishment of objectives, such as scientific investigation. Technology can be the knowledge of techniques, processes, and the like, or it can be…

Voltage (Potential Difference) Difference between points in electric field: the work done in moving a unit electric charge between two points in an electric field. Electric potential: electric potential expressed in volts. It is measured in volts. The instrument for…

Electric Circuits Electric circuit can be defined as the path provided for easy flow of electric current. It is for conversion of the electric current into useful purposes such as lighting and heating. Electric circuit is connected or fitted with…

Definition of Maintenance Maintenance in engineering work is defined as the functions that should be carried out every day in order to keep the plant or any engineering equipment in good operating condition. Any breakdown in plant and engineering equipment…

In order to work safely and conveniently on any work piece, it needs firmly secured. The devices used for holding these work piece firmly are called holding vices. Holding devices include the following: Vices Vices are used for holding objects…

Mental Work Hand Tool – Cutting And Driving Tools Cutting tools are tools used for cutting materials by either sawing, filing, chiseling, scraping. Cutting tools include the following: The hacksaw consists of two parts: the frame and the blade.…

Mental Work Hand Tool: Marking Out And Measuring Tool Metal is one of the materials used in technology for construction and fabrication of devices. Metal as a material can be fabricated into various shapes and products. However, to be able…

Woodwork Hand Tools: Boring Tools, Cutting Tools Boring Tools Boring tools are the tools used for making holes on wood. The major tzpes are Parts of brace are the head, crank, chuck and ratchet. The head: this is made of…


Floors This is a flat bottom surface in or on any structure. It is a rigid building assembly that divides space horizontally into stories. It forms the bottom of a room. It may consist of joist-supported wood planks or panels, decking…

Types of building 1. Bungalow: It is dwelling built in a style developed from that of a form of rural house in India. The original bungalow typically has one story, few rooms, and a maximum of cross drafts, with high…