SSS 1 Geography Syllabus1. The Earth and Other Planets- Introduction to the solar system
- Characteristics of the Earth
- Comparison of the Earth with other planets
2. Earth's Rotation and Revolution- Definition and explanation of rotation and revolution
- Effects of rotation and revolution on the Earth
- Day and night, seasons, and time zones
3. Latitudes and Longitudes- Understanding the concept of latitudes and longitudes
- Measurement and significance of latitudes and longitudes
- Identification of major lines of latitudes and longitudes
4. The Earth's Structure- Layers of the Earth
- Composition and characteristics of each layer
- Plate tectonics and continental drift
5. Rocks- Formation and types of rocks
- Igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks
- Rock cycle and its significance
6. Mountains- Definition and characteristics of mountains
- Types of mountains (fold, fault-block, and volcanic)
- Examples of major mountain ranges around the world
7. Lowlands- Definition and characteristics of lowlands
- Types of lowlands (plains, plateaus, and basins)
- Examples of major lowland regions around the world
8. The Environment- Importance of the environment
- Natural and human factors affecting the environment
- Conservation and sustainable development
9. Weather- Definition and elements of weather
- Factors influencing weather patterns
- Weather instruments and their uses
10. Climate- Definition and factors influencing climate
- Classification of climates
- Major climate regions of the world
11. Nigeria: Location and Position- Geographical location of Nigeria
- Importance of Nigeria's location
- Nigeria's position in Africa and the world
12. Physical Setting of Nigeria- Geographical features of Nigeria
- Major rivers, mountains, and plateaus in Nigeria
- Impact of physical features on human activities
13. Population of Nigeria- Size and distribution of Nigeria's population
- Factors influencing population growth
- Population density and its implications
14. Resources of Nigeria- Natural resources in Nigeria (minerals, water, forests, etc.)
- Importance and utilization of Nigeria's resources
- Sustainable management of resources
15. Basic Concepts in Map Reading- Introduction to maps and their uses
- Map symbols and scales
- Reading and interpreting different types of maps
16. Map Distances- Measurement of distances on maps
- Scale calculations and conversions
- Estimation of actual distances from map distances
17. Map Reduction and Enlargement- Methods of reducing or enlarging maps
- Calculating scale ratios for map reduction/enlargement
- Practical exercises on map reduction/enlargement
18. Interpretation of Physical and Cultural Features- Understanding and interpreting physical features on maps (e.g., rivers, mountains)
- Identifying and interpreting cultural features on maps (e.g., cities, roads)
- Analyzing patterns and relationships between features
19. Transportation- Modes of transportation (land, water, air)
- Transportation networks and infrastructure
- Significance of transportation in economic development
20. Industry- Types of industries (primary, secondary, tertiary)
- Industrial regions and clusters in Nigeria
- Factors influencing industrial location
21. Basic Concepts of GIS- Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
- Components and applications of GIS
- Importance of GIS in geography and other fields
22. Components of GIS- Data collection and input in GIS
- Data storage and management in GIS
- Data analysis and visualization in GIS
By following this syllabus for SSS 1 Geography, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the Earth, its structure, and various geographical concepts. They will also learn about Nigeria's geography, resources, and its position in the world. The syllabus includes practical exercises on map reading, interpretation, and the basics of GIS, which will enhance students' spatial analysis skills and prepare them for further studies in geography.
This course is helpful for the following exams: SSS 1