Lesson Plans Index
This section contains detailed lesson plans for each Thursday session of the Deck and Dock Upgrade project. Each lesson includes a focused 15-minute exercise designed to reinforce key learning objectives and integrate with the overall project goals.
Lesson Structure
Each lesson plan includes: - Key Learning Objective: The primary skill or concept being developed - Lesson Overview: Brief description of the session's focus - Main Activities: 3 hours 45 minutes of instruction and hands-on work - 15-Minute Exercise: Focused activity with clear deliverables - Integration: How the exercise connects to the overall project
Available Lessons
August 2025
- Lesson 1: Project Kickoff - Understanding project scope and expectations
- Lesson 2: Site Analysis - Conducting systematic site surveys
- Lesson 3: CAD Introduction - Introduction to CAD tools and sketching
- Lesson 4: CAD Design Development - Translating concepts to CAD and gathering feedback
September 2025
- Lesson 5: Materials Research - Researching and selecting appropriate materials
- Lesson 6: Budget Planning - Estimating costs and creating project plans
- Lesson 7: Design Finalization - Integrating feedback and finalizing plans
- Lesson 8: Procurement - Managing procurement and site preparation
October 2025
- Lesson 9: Construction Begins - Safe construction practices and documentation
- Lesson 10: Progress Tracking - Monitoring progress and adapting plans
- Lesson 11: Budget Tracking - Monitoring expenses and staying on budget
- Lesson 12: Mid-Project Review - Conducting comprehensive project reviews
- Lesson 13: Problem Solving - Identifying and solving construction challenges
November 2025
- Lesson 14: Documentation - Documenting construction progress
- Lesson 15: Progress Updates - Communicating progress effectively
- Lesson 16: Budget Review - Reviewing budget and making adjustments
- Lesson 17: Final Documentation - Completing and organizing project logs
December 2025
- Lesson 18: Final Construction - Completing construction and preparing presentation
- Lesson 19: Presentation Practice - Finalizing documentation and rehearsing
Exercise Guidelines
Time Management
- Each exercise is designed to be completed in exactly 15 minutes
- Time is allocated to specific steps to ensure focus and completion
- Exercises build progressively throughout the semester
Deliverables
- Each exercise has clear, specific deliverables
- Deliverables are designed to integrate with overall project documentation
- Success criteria are provided for each exercise
Integration
- Exercises reinforce key learning objectives
- Each exercise builds on previous lessons
- All exercises contribute to final project outcomes
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