SS1 First Term GSM Maintainace and Repair Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
Week 1: Introduction to GSM Technology
Lesson Note: Introduce students to GSM technology, its history, and basic principles.
Scheme of Work: Cover fundamental concepts, components, and functions of GSM devices.
Activities: Hands-on exploration of mobile phones, identifying key components.
Week 2: Mobile Phone Hardware
Lesson Note: Discuss mobile phone hardware components and their functions.
Scheme of Work: Explore internal and external components, such as SIM cards, batteries, and screens.
Activities: Disassemble and reassemble mobile phones to understand hardware structure.
Week 3: Mobile Phone Software Basics
Lesson Note: Introduce students to mobile phone software, including operating systems and applications.
Scheme of Work: Cover basics of mobile OS, app installation, and updates.
Activities: Demonstrate app installation and explore different operating systems.
Week 4: Troubleshooting and Basic Repairs
Lesson Note: Teach troubleshooting techniques for common mobile phone issues.
Scheme of Work: Provide step-by-step procedures for basic repairs like battery replacement and screen fixing.
Activities: Role-play scenarios to diagnose and resolve common phone problems.
Week 5: Understanding Mobile Networks
Lesson Note: Explain the concept of mobile networks, including signal strength and carrier networks.
Scheme of Work: Cover topics like GSM, CDMA, and 4G/LTE technologies.
Activities: Conduct signal strength experiments, compare different network technologies.
Week 6: Antenna Systems and Signal Reception
Lesson Note: Explore mobile phone antennas and signal reception principles.
Scheme of Work: Discuss factors affecting signal strength and solutions to improve reception.
Activities: Design and test simple antennas to understand their impact on signal strength.
Week 7: Mobile Phone Security
Lesson Note: Address mobile phone security concerns, including data protection and privacy.
Scheme of Work: Cover topics like encryption, secure connections, and malware prevention.
Activities: Discuss and implement security measures, such as password protection and two-factor authentication.
Week 8: Advanced Troubleshooting and Repairs
Lesson Note: Dive deeper into mobile phone troubleshooting, focusing on complex issues.
Scheme of Work: Provide advanced repair techniques for issues like water damage and software glitches.
Activities: Simulate challenging repair scenarios, emphasizing problem-solving skills.
Week 9: Mobile Phone Accessories
Lesson Note: Explore various mobile phone accessories and their functions.
Scheme of Work: Discuss accessories like headphones, chargers, and cases.
Activities: Evaluate the impact of different accessories on phone performance and user experience.
Week 10: Mobile Phone Innovations and Emerging Technologies
Lesson Note: Discuss recent innovations in mobile technology and emerging trends.
Scheme of Work: Explore topics like 5G technology, foldable phones, and augmented reality.
Activities: Research and present findings on a chosen mobile technology trend.
Week 11: Revision Week
Lesson Note: Review key concepts covered throughout the term.
Scheme of Work: Provide comprehensive revision materials and practice questions.
Activities: Conduct group discussions, quizzes, and hands-on revision exercises.
Week 12: Examination Week
Lesson Note: Administer examinations covering all aspects of the GSM Maintenance and Repair course.
Scheme of Work: Set up examination venues with proper invigilation.
Activities: Monitor and grade student examinations.
Week 13: School Dismissal Week
Lesson Note: Wrap up the term with a summary of key learnings.
Scheme of Work: Provide feedback on examinations and overall performance.
Activities: Organize a brief closing ceremony, acknowledging student achievements and progress.
