Cameroon GCE, Form Five, Human Biology – HOUSING

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Form 5

LESSON: HOUSING

Site Selection, Planning, Building Materials, Hygiene, Lighting, Ventilation, Heating and the Kitchen

Prepared by: Akwaji Solomon

Aligned to the Cameroon GCE Ordinary Level Human Biology Syllabus

Reference: Understanding Biology, Volume 2 — Author: Mulu Tapong Sylvester (S. Tapong)

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What Will You Learn?

  • By the end of this lesson, students should be able to:
  • 1. Explain why housing is important to human health.
  • 2. State the factors considered when choosing a site for a house.
  • 3. Explain the role of town planning (authorization) and state the disadvantages of poorly planned towns.
  • 4. Describe the planning considerations for a healthy house, including orientation and building materials.
  • 5. Describe methods used to prevent over-heating, dampness and rat infestation in a house.
  • 6. Describe methods used to prevent mosquitoes from entering a house.
  • 7. Compare natural and artificial lighting, and state the advantages of natural light.
  • 8. Define ventilation, state its uses, and describe how it is provided in small and large buildings.
  • 9. Describe the main methods of heating a house and how to prevent heat loss.
  • 10. State the features of a well-constructed, hygienic kitchen.

Course Content

HOUSING
Site Selection, Planning, Building Materials, Hygiene, Lighting, Ventilation, Heating and the Kitchen

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