JSS3 Basic technology Lesson NotesFIRST TERM1. Definition and Importance of Communication Technology2. Overview of Communication Devices3. Applications of Communication Technology in Everyday Life4. Verbal Communication: Definition and Examples5. Non-verbal Communication6. Written Communication7. Introduction to Communication Devices8. Functions and Features of Communication Devices9. Demonstration of Operating Communication Devices10. Introduction to Computer Networks11. Components of a Network12. Practical Exercises on Setting Up and Configuring a Small Network13. Introduction to the Internet and World Wide Web14. Browsing the Web: Search Engines, Websites and Web Pages15. Internet Safety and Security Measures16. Introduction to Digital Communication17. Benefits and Risks of Digital Communication18. Introduction to Multimedia Technology19. Applications of Multimedia Technology20. Overview of Telecommunication Systems21. Principles of Operation of Telecommunication Systems22. Introduction to Emerging Technologies23. Potential Applications and Impacts of Emerging Technologies24. Discussion on Future Trends in Communication TechnologySECOND TERM1. Definition and Importance of Automation2. Examples of Automated Systems in Everyday Life3. Benefits and Challenges of Automation4. Manual Control Systems: Definition and Examples5. Automatic Control Systems: Principles and Applications6. Remote Control Systems: Operation and Advantages7. Introduction to Sensors: Types, Functions, and Applications8. Introduction to Actuators: Types, Functions, and Applications9. Definition and Functions of PLCs10. Programming Languages Used in PLCs11. Industrial Automation12. Process Control13. Home Automation14. Introduction to Robotics: Definition and Components15. Types of Robots: Industrial Robots and Service Robots16. Applications of Automation in Agriculture17. Benefits and Challenges of Automation in Agriculture 18. Applications of Automation in Healthcare19. Benefits of Automation in Healthcare20. Challenges in Implementing Automation in Healthcare21. Ethical Considerations in Automation22. Social Implications of Automation23. Ethical and Social Responsibility in Automation Technology