INTERACTIVE

MODULE
FOR
COMPUTER
HARDWARE
SERVICING
Teacher: Joel Cabusao Lacay

Educ’l Attainment: BS computer Science

Subject: Computer Hardware Servicing NC II

Topic: Use Hand Tools

Module Content:

Lesson 4: Use Hand Tools

LO1. Prepare hand tools Learning Outcome

Pre-test. Direction. Multiple Choice. Write your answers on a separate sheet of paper.

1. Which tool is used for hardware to stand on to prevent static electricity from
building up?

A. Anti-static mat
B. Philips head screwdriver
C. Hex driver
D. Wire cutter

2. Which tool is used to loosen or tighten cross-head screws?

A. Anti-static mat
B. Philips head screwdriver
C. Hex driver
D. Wire cutter

3. Which tool is sometimes called a nut driver? It is used to tighten nuts in the same
way that a screwdriver tightens screws?

A. Anti-static mat
B. Philips head screwdriver
C. Hex driver
D. Wire cutter

4. Which tool is used to strip and cut wires?

A. Anti-static mat
B. Philips head screwdriver
C. Hex driver
D. Wire cutter

5. Which tool is used to retrieve parts from location that are too small for your hand to
fit?

A. Part Retriever
B. Cable ties
C. Lint-free Cloth
D. Flat head screwdriver

6. Which tool is used to clean different computer components without scratching or

leaving debris?

A. Part Retriever
B. Cable ties
C. Lint-free Cloth
D. Flat head screwdriver
7. Which tool is used to bundle cables neatly inside and outside of a computer?

A. Part Retriever
B. Cable ties
C. Lint-free Cloth
D. Flat head screwdriver

8. Which tool is used to loosen or tighten slotted screws?

A. Part Retriever
B. Cable ties
C. Lint-free Cloth
D. Flat head screwdriver

9. Which tool is used to loosen or tighten screws that have a star-like depression on
the top, a feature that is mainly found on laptop?

A. Anti-static mat
B. Philips head screwdriver
C. Torx screwdriver
D. Wire cutter

10. Which tool is used to blow away dust and debris from different computer parts
without touching the components?

a. Anti-static mat
c. Compressed air
b. Hex driver
d. Wire cutter

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

Proper tool selection

A tool is a handheld device that aids in accomplishing a task. Tools range from
a traditional metal cutting part of a machine to an element of a computer program
that activates and controls a particular function.

Preparing for the task to be undertaken includes proper tool selection.

1. How do you select the best tool for the job? First, know and understand in
detail the scope of work to be accomplished, second, plan for the scope taking into
account the sequence of tasks.

2. Selecting the best tool for each task requires training in the proper use of the
tools, field experience in their safe use, and following the manufacturer’s guidance and
instructions for that specific tool.

3. When obtaining the tool all the associated tooling and consumable parts, as
recommended by the manufacturer, must be included. In addition, related
consumable parts must also be selected and used according to their manufacturer’s
instructions.

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 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 crosshead 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 to 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:

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

scratching or leaving debris.

Compressed air – used to blow away dust and debris

from different computer parts without touching the components.

Cable ties – used to bundle cables neatly inside and

outside of a computer.

Parts organizer – used to hold screw, jumpers, fasteners 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.

Evaluation:

Direction. Multiple Choice. Write your answers on a separate sheet of paper.

1. Which tool is used for hardware to stand on to prevent static electricity from
building up?

A. Anti-static mat
B. Philips head screwdriver
C. Hex driver
D. Wire cutter
2. Which tool is used to loosen or tighten cross-head screws?

A. Anti-static mat
B. Philips head screwdriver
C. Hex driver
D. Wire cutter

3. Which tool is sometimes called a nut driver? It is used to tighten nuts in the same
way that a screwdriver tightens screws?

A. Anti-static mat
B. Philips head screwdriver
C. Hex driver
D. Wire cutter

4. Which tool is used to strip and cut wires?

A. Anti-static mat
B. Philips head screwdriver
C. Hex driver
D. Wire cutter

5. Which tool is used to retrieve parts from location that are too small for your hand to
fit?

A. Part Retriever
B. Cable ties
C. Lint-free Cloth
D. Flat head screwdriver

6. Which tool is used to clean different computer components without scratching or

leaving debris?

A. Part Retriever
B. Cable ties
C. Lint-free Cloth
D. Flat head screwdriver

7. Which tool is used to bundle cables neatly inside and outside of a computer?

A. Part Retriever
B. Cable ties
C. Lint-free Cloth
D. Flat head screwdriver

8. Which tool is used to loosen or tighten slotted screws?

A. Part Retriever
B. Cable ties
C. Lint-free Cloth
D. Flat head screwdriver

9. Which tool is used to loosen or tighten screws that have a star-like depression on
the top, a feature that is mainly found on laptop?

A. Anti-static mat
B. Philips head screwdriver
C. Torx screwdriver
D. Wire cutter
10. Which tool is used to blow away dust and debris from different computer parts
without touching the components?

a. Anti-static mat
c. Compressed air
b. Hex driver
d. Wire cutter

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