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TECHNICAL VOCATIONAL AND LIVELIHOOD

ICT - COMPUTER SYSTEMS SERVICING

QUARTER I
Week 1 Lesson 1

Capsulized Self - Learning

Empowerment
Toolkit

Schools Division Office of Zamboanga City

Region IX, Zamboanga Peninsula
Zamboanga City
 CapSLET
Capsulized Self - Learning Empowerment Toolkit
SUBJECT &
TVL-CSS Gr.11 QUARTER 1 WEEK 1a2
GRADE/LEVEL
TOPIC Assemble Computer Hardware

LEARNING 1.1 Plan unit assembly to ensure OHS policies CODE

COMPETENCY and procedures are followed in accordance
with systems requirements TLE_IACSS9-12ICCS-Ia-e-28

a. Identify the OHS policies and procedures in planning a computer unit

LEARNING assembly;
OBJECTIVES b. Select types of computers in planning for installation in accordance with
functional system requirements.
IMPORTANT: Do not write anything on this material. Write your answers on the learner’s activity and
assessment sheets provided separately.

UNDERSTAND
PERSONAL SAFETY
To protect yourself against electrical shock, when working with any electrical
device, including computers, printers, scanners, and network devices, disconnect the
power if you notice a dangerous situation that might lead to electrical shock or fire.
Hazards are the main cause of occupational health and safety problems.
Therefore, finding ways of eliminating hazards or controlling the risks is the best way
to reduce workplace injury and illness.
Hazards are divided into two broad categories: Health hazards (cause occupational illnesses);
Safety hazards (cause physical harm - injuries).
To personally stay safe, always do the following, before working inside computers, printers, and other
electrical devices:
Remove jewelry. Remove your jewelry that might come in contact with components.
Power down the system and unplug it. Unplug the power, monitor, mouse, and keyboard
cables, and any other peripherals or cables attached and move them out of your way.
For a computer, press and hold down the power button for a moment. After you unplug the
computer, press the power button for about three seconds to completely drain the power supply.
Use fire extinguisher and the right type to put out a fire fueled by electricity.
Manage cables. Use a cable or cord cover that can be nailed or screwed to the floor. Don’t
leave loose cables or cords in a traffic area where people can trip over them (called a trip
hazard).
Never Lift Heavy Objects. Lifting heavy objects, causes back injury. Don’t try to lift an object
that is too heavy for you, ask for help.

EQUIPMENT SAFETY
Electrostatic discharge (ESD), commonly known as static electricity, is an electrical charge at
rest. When you came indoors, this charge built up on your hair and had no place to go. An ungrounded
conductor (such as wire that is not touching another wire) or a nonconductive surface (such as your
hair) holds a charge until the charge is released. When two objects with dissimilar electrical charges
touch, electricity passes between them until the dissimilar charges become equal. A charge of only 10
volts can damage electronic components.
ESD can cause two types of damage in an electronic component: catastrophic failure and upset
failure. A catastrophic failure destroys the component beyond use. An upset failure damages the
component so that it does not perform well, even though it may still function to some degree.
Before touching or handling a component (for example, a hard drive, motherboard, expansion card,

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processor, or memory modules), to protect it against ESD, always ground yourself first. You can
ground yourself and the computer parts by using one or more of the following static control devices or
methods:
ESD strap. An ESD strap, also called a ground bracelet,
antistatic wrist strap, or ESD bracelet, is a strap you wear around
your wrist. The strap has a cord attached with an alligator clip on
the end. Attach the clip to the computer case you’re working on, as
shown in the picture.

Ground mats. A ground mat, also called an ESD mat, dissipates

ESD and is commonly used by bench technicians
who repair and assemble computers at their
workbenches or in an assembly line. Ground mats
have a connector in one corner that you can use to
connect the mat to the ground. If you lift a component
off the mat, it is no longer grounded and is
susceptible to ESD, so it’s important to use an ESD
strap with a ground mat.

Static shielding bags also called antistatic bags. These

bags are a type of Faraday cage. A Faraday cage is any
device that protects against an electromagnetic field. Store
components in theses bags.

If you are in a situation in which you must work without one,

touch the computer case or the power supply before you touch a component in the case, which
is called self-grounding. Self-grounding dissipates any charge between you and whatever you
touch.

TYPES OF COMPUTERS

Personal Computer (PC) is a computer that can perform all of its input, processing, output, and storage
activities by itself and is intended to be used by one person at a time. Most personal computers today
also can communicate with other computers and devices. Popular types of
PC include:

Laptops
Also called a notebook computer, is a thin, lightweight mobile computer with
a screen in its lid and a keyboard in its base. Designed to fit on your lap and
for easy transport.

Tablets
Usually smaller than a laptop but larger than a phone, a tablet is a thin, lighter-
weight mobile computer that has a touch screen.

Desktops
A personal computer designed to be in a stationary location, where all
of its components fit on or under a desk or table.

Servers
A server is a computer dedicated to providing one or
more services to other computers or devices on a network. Services provided by servers
include storing content and controlling access to hardware, software, and other resources
on a network. A server can support from two to several thousand connected computers
and devices at the same time.

Mobile Device is a computing device small enough to hold in your hand. Because of their reduced
size, the screens on mobile devices are small — often between 3 and 5 inches. Popular types include:

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Smartphone
An Internet-capable phone that usually includes a calendar, an address book, a calculator,
a notepad, games, and several other apps. Smartphones typically communicate wirelessly
with other devices or computers. With most smartphone models, you also can listen to
music, take photos, and record videos.

Digital Camera is a device that allows you to take photos and store the
photographed images digitally. A smart digital camera also can communicate
wirelessly with other devices and include apps similar to those on a
smartphone.

Wearable device or wearable is a

small, mobile computing consumer
device designed to be worn. These
devices often communicate with a
mobile device or computer. Wearable
devices include activity trackers,
smartwatches, and smart glasses.

Game Devices
Game console is a mobile computing device designed for single-player
or multiplayer video games. Gamers often connect the game console to
a television so that they can view their gameplay on the television’s
screen.

Handheld game device is small enough to fit in one hand, making it more
portable than the game console. Because of their reduced size, the screens
are small — similar in size to some smartphone screens.

SAQ-1: What is the importance of workplace safety?

SAQ-2: What is the difference between personal and equipment safety?

Let’s Practice!

(Answer on the Answer Sheet provided for Activity and Assessment.)

Complete the table below by identifying personal and equipment safety that are applicable to
Personal Computers.

Personal Safety Equipment Safety

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 REMEMBER
Key Points

To prevent hazards (occupational illness or physical harm) cause by accidents, it is a must that
safety first in every workplace should be observed.
Don’t just turn off the on/off switch on the device; you need to actually disconnect the power.
Trip hazard is the effect or poor or no cable management undertaken.
Catastrophic failure destroys the component beyond use.
Upset failure damages the component so that it does not perform well.
To protect it against ESD, always ground yourself first.
Personal safety are guidelines and procedure intended to keep oneself safe while working, while
equipment safety are guidelines and procedure intended to keep the equipment safe and in good
working condition.
Laptops, tablets and desktops are types of PC.

TRY
Let’s see how much have you learned today!
(Answer on the Learner’s Activity and Assessment sheets.)
IDENTFICATION
Select a computer type found in the box below that is appropriate to the given function stated in every
number. Write your answer in the space provided on the Learner’s Activity and Assessment sheet.

Handheld Game
Desktop Digital Camera Wearable Game Console
Device
Tablet Server Smartphone Laptop Mobile Device

_____1. Device that allows you to take photos _____6. A personal computer designed to be in a
and store the photographed images digitally. stationary location, where all of its components fit
_____2. Small enough to fit in one hand, making on or under a desk or table.
it more portable than the game console. _____7. An Internet-capable phone that usually
_____3. A small, mobile computing consumer includes a calendar, address book, etc.
device designed to be worn. _____8. A computing device small enough to
_____4. A computer dedicated to providing one hold in your hand, often between 3 and 5 inches.
or more services to other computers or devices _____9. A thin, lighter-weight mobile computer
on a network that has a touch screen.
_____5. A mobile computing device designed for _____10. A thin, lightweight mobile computer
single-player or multiplayer video games. with a screen in its lid and a keyboard in its base.

Vermaat, Misty, and Susan L. Sebok. Discovering Computers 2016: Tools, Apps,
Devices, and the Impact of Technology. Boston, MA: Cengage Learning, 2016.
REFERENCE/S
Andrews, Jean. A Guide to IT Technical Support (hardware and Software).
Australia: Course Technology, 2016.
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Written by:
ARTHUR G. MANALO
SHST – II
Maria Clara L. Lobregat National High School

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