HOW TO USE THIS COMPETENCY-BASED LEARNING MATERIAL

Welcome!

The unit of competency, “Use hand Tools” is one of the competencies of Computer Systems

Servicing NC II, a course that comprises the knowledge, skills and attitudes required for a

graduate of this course to possess.

The Module, Using Hand Tools, contains training materials and activities for you to

complete.

You are required to go through a series of learning activities in order to complete each

learning outcome of the module. In each learning outcome, there are Information Sheets,

Self-Checks and Job Sheets. Follow these activities on your own and answer the questions

that are given. Then, ask for the answer key from your instructor and check your work

honestly. If you have questions, please don’t hesitate to ask your facilitator for assistance.

This learning material was prepared to help you achieve the required competency in

Using Hand Tools. This will be the source of information for you to acquire the knowledge

and skills in this particular module independently and at your own pace with less supervision.

In doing the activities to be completed as required in this module, please be guided by the

following:

Talk to your trainer and agree on how you will both organize in taking this module. Read

through the module carefully.

Work through all information and complete the activities in each section. Read the

information sheets and complete the self-checks provided.

Most probably your trainer will also be your supervisor or manager. He/she is there to

support you and show you the correct way to do things. Ask for help.

Your trainer will tell you about the important things you need to consider when you are

completing the activities and it is important that you listen and take notes.

You will be given plenty of opportunities to ask questions and practice on the job. Make sure
to practice your new skills during regular work shifts. This way you will improve both your

speed and memory and also your confidence.

Use the Self-Check, and Task Sheets at the end of each section to test your own progress.

Use the performance Criteria Checklist or Procedural Checklist used after the sheet to check

your own performance. When you feel confident that you have sufficient knowledge and

skills, ask your instructor to evaluate you. The results of your assessment will be recorded in

your Progress Chart and Accomplishment Chart.

You need to complete this module before you can perform the next common competency

module.
 MODULE CONTENT

QUALIFICATION : Computer Systems Servicing NC II

UNIT OF COMPETENCY : Use Hand Tools

MODULE TITLE : Prepare hand tools

NOMINAL DURATION : 12 hours

INTRODUCTION:

This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes on the safe use, handling and

maintenance of tools.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:

 Appropriate hand tools are checked for proper operation and safety

 Unsafe or faulty tools are identified and marked for repair according to standard

company procedure

CONTENTS:

 Checking of hand tools

 Identifying unsafe or faulty tools

CONDITIONS:

 Learners must be provided with the following:

 CBLM

 Hand Tools
 INFORMATION SHEET 1

LEARNING EXPERIENCES

Learning Activities Special Instructions

Definition of Terms
Read information sheet on Proper
Proper Discussion:
tool selection.If you feel that you are
Tasks to be undertaken are properly
now knowledgeable on the content of
identified
the information sheet, you can now
Appropriate hand tools are identified and
answer self-check provided in the
selected according to the task requirements
module.
Answer Self-Check on Proper tool

selection. Compare your answer to the

Self-Check answer key. If you got 100% correct

answer in this self-check, you can now

move to the next information sheet.

Answer Activity Sheet on Proper tool
Activity Sheet
selection
Assignment
Answer Key
Reference/s

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Definition of Terms
Bin - a container or enclosed space for storage.

Computer chassis - the enclosure that contains most of the components of a computer.

Diagnostic tools - used to test the integrity of circuits and the quality of electricity in computer

components and to test the functionality of computer ports.

Hazards - risks; dangers.

Insulation a material that reduces or prevents the transmission of

heat or sound or electricity.

Nozzle a projecting part with an opening, as at the end of a hose,

for regulating and directing a flow of fluid.

Preventive - intended or used to prevent or hinder.

Static electricity - an accumulation of electric charge on an insulated body.

Tool a handheld device that aids in accomplishing a task.

Toolkit a set of tools designed to be used together or for a particular purpose.

Acronyms

ESD Electrostatic discharge.

USB Universal serial bus

LCD Liquid crystal display

 What Do You Need To Know?

Read the Information Sheet 1.1 very well then find out how much you can remember and how
much you learned by doing Self-check 1.1.

Information Sheet 1.1

Safe Use of tools

Once selected, use the tool for the purpose for which it was designed. Not all tools

come with detailed instructions, but there are those that do spell out the safety ―Do’s and

Don’ts‖ for your safety. If there are set-up/use options, operator judgment must always be

based on what is the safest way to use the tool.

Environmental Safety and Health Program requires the following:

 All tools must be kept in good condition with regular maintenance

 The right tool be used for the job

 Each tool be examined before use AND damaged or defective tools NOT to be used

 Tools be operated according to manufacturer’s instructions

 The right protective equipment for the tool and activity be used

HARDWARE TOOLS

To complete hardware repairs, it is important to have a toolkit that should contain all

of the necessary tools. As you gain experience, you will learn which tools to have available

for different types of jobs. Hardware tools are grouped into these four categories:
  Electro-Static Discharge (ESD) tools

 Hand tools

 Cleaning tools

 Diagnostic tools

Electro-Static Discharge (ESD) Tools

Static electricity is easily generated by friction on carpets, tile flooring, clothing, hair,

fabric, and etc. The friction of moving air alone will charge suspended particles and cause

the buildup of static electrical charges on people and objects in the environment. Grounded

antistatic work mats used with antistatic wrist straps provide the most basic means for the

controlled discharge of electrostatic electricity. Examples of ESD Tools:

Anti-static wrist strap – used to prevent ESD damage to computer equipment.

Anti-static mat – used to stand on or place hardware on to prevent static

electricity from building up.

Hand Tools

A hand tool is a device for performing work on a material or a physical system using

only hands. The hand tools can be manually used employing force, or electrically powered,

using electrical current. Examples of Hand Tools:

Flat head screwdriver – used to loosen or tighten slotted screws.

Philips head screwdriver – used to loosen or tighten cross-head screws.

 Torx screwdriver - used to loosen or tighten screws that have a star-like

depression on the top, a feature that is mainly found on laptop.

Hex driver – sometimes called a nut driver, is used to tighten nuts in the same

way that a screwdriver tightens screws.

Needle-nose plier – used to hold small parts.

Wire cutter – used to strip and cut wires.

Tweezers – used to manipulate small parts.

Part retriever – used to retrieve parts from location that are too small for your

hand to fit.

Flashlight – used to light up areas that you cannot see well.

Cleaning Tools

Having the appropriate cleaning tools is essential when maintaining or repairing

computers. Using these tools ensures that computer components are not damaged during

cleaning. Examples:

Compressed air – used to blow away dust and debris from different compute

parts without touching the components.

Lint-free cloth – used to clean different computer components without

scratching or leaving debris.

Cable ties – used to bundle cables neatly inside and outside of a computer.
 Parts organizer – used to hold screw, jumpers, fasteners
How Much Have You Learned?
and other small parts and prevents them from getting mixed together.

Diagnostic Tools

Computers are easier to use and more dependable with each new generation of

hardware and operating system update, but that doesn't mean they're problem-free. Here's

the most popular tools for diagnosing your computer problems:

Multimeter – used to test the integrity of circuits and the quality of electricity in

computer components.

Loopback Adapter – used to test the functionality of computer ports.

A. FILL IN THE BLANKS

Self-Check 1.1

Direction: Read each statement or question below carefully and fill in the blank(s) with the

correct answer. Answers may be more than one word. Write your answers on a separate

sheet of paper.
 How Do You Apply What You Have Learned?

1. All tools must be kept in __________ with regular maintenance.

2. The right __________ be used for the job.

3. Each tool be examined before use and _________ tools NOT to be used.

4. Tools be operated according to manufacturer’s __________.

5. The right __________ equipment for the tool and activity be used.

B. MULTIPLE CHOICES

Direction: Below are the different types of hardware tools, select the letter of your answer

that best indicates the type of tools.

A. Cleaning tools C. Electro-Static Discharge (ESD) tools

B. Diagnostic tools D. Hand tools
1. Multimeter 6. Anti-static wrist strap
2. Parts organizer 7. Compressed air
3. Flashlight 8. Loopback Adapter
4. Tweezers 9. Wire cutter
5. Hex driver 10. Anti-static mat

Show that you learned something by doing this activity.

Activity Sheet 1.1

Direction: For checking of hand tools mark good, unsafe or faulty. Sample items are already

given for below.

(The teacher will provide the tools for Inspection)

 Hand Tools Inspection

Answer Key

Self-Check

A.

1. good condition

2. tool

3. damaged or defective

4. instructions

5. protective

B.

1. d

2. c

3. b

4. b

5. b
 6. a

7. c

8. d
Assignment
9. b

10. c

Instructions:

On the internet search for Common Malfunction in Hand Tools, Equipment and

Paraphernalia and give at least two Common Malfunction in Hand Tools.