MOST ESSENTIAL LEARNING COMPETENCIES FOR ICT CSS GRADE 9

CONTENT PERFORMANCE
QUARTER MOST ESSENTIAL LEARNING COMPETENCIES DURATION CODES
STANDARD STANDARD
LESSON 1: PERFORMING COMPUTER OPERATIONS (PCO)
1 The learners The learners shall be - Determine requirements of task in accordance with the WEEK 1 TLE_IACSS912PCO-
demonstrate and able to perform required output Ic-d-4
understanding of computer operations - Select appropriate hardware and software according to task
concepts and based on a given assigned and required outcome
underlying principles tasks - Plan a task to ensure that OHS guidelines and procedures are
in performing followed
computer operations - Follow client-specific guidelines and procedures
- Apply required data security guidelines in accordance with
existing procedures
• - Select correct program/application based on job WEEK 2 TLE_IACSS912PCO-
requirements Ie-f-6
- Access program/application containing the information
required according to company procedures
- Select, open, and close desktop for navigation purposes
- Carry out keyboard techniques in line with OHS requirements
- Process entered data using appropriate software commands WEEK 3 TLE_IACSS912PCO-
- Print out data as required using computer hardware If-7
/peripheral devices in accordance with standard operating
procedures
- Transfer files and data between compatible systems using
computer software, hardware/peripheral devices in accordance
with standard operating procedures
- Establish information requirements for internet search WEEK 4 TLE_IACSS912PCO-
- Launch browser Ig-h-8
- Load search engine
- Enter appropriate search criteria/or URL of site
- Follow relevant links to locate required information
- Bookmark useful pages and print as required

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- Implement procedures for ensuring security of data, including WEEK 5 TLE_IACSS912PCO-

regular backups and virus checks in accordance with standard Ii-j-9
operating procedures
- Implement basic file maintenance procedures in line with the
standards operating procedures

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MOST ESSENTIAL LEARNING COMPETENCIES DURATION CODES
2 STANDARD STANDARD

LESSON 2: PERFORMING MENSURATION AND CALCULATION (PMC)

The learners The learners shall be - Identify object/s or component to be measured WEEK 1 TLE_IACSS912PMC-
demonstrate an able to accurately - Obtain correct specifications from relevant source IIa-b-10
understanding of measure and - Select measuring tools in line with job requirements
concepts and calculate based on a
underlying given tasks
principles in
performing
measurements and
calculations
- Ensure proper handling of measuring instruments to avoid TLE_IACSS9-
damage and clean it before and after using WEEK 2 12PMC-IIe-f-12
- Identify tasks to be undertaken for proper storage of
instruments according to manufacturer’s specifications and
standard operating procedures
- Select appropriate measuring instrument to achieve WEEK 3-4 TLE_IACSS912PMC-
required outcome IIb-d-11
- Obtain accurate measurements for job
- Perform calculation needed to complete task using the four
mathematical fundamental operations addition (+),
subtraction (-), multiplication (x), and division (÷)
- Use calculation involving fractions, percentages and mixed
numbers to complete workplace tasks
- Self-check and correct numerical computation for accuracy
- Read instruments to the limit of accuracy of the tool

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3 STANDARD STANDARD

LESSON 3: USING HAND TOOLS (UHT)

The learners The learners shall be able to - Identify tasks to be undertaken properly WEEK 1 TLE_IACSS912UHT-
demonstrate an use hand tools and equipment - Identify and select appropriate hand tools IIIa-17
understanding of the for according to the task requirements
use of hand tools and computer systems servicing
equipment for
computer
systems servicing
- Use tools according to tasks undertaken. WEEK 2 TLE_IACSS912UHT-
- Observe all safety procedures in using tools at all IIIc-19
times and use appropriate PPE
- Report malfunctions, unplanned or unusual events
to the supervisor
- Do not drop tools to avoid damage; carry out WEEK 3 TLE_IACSS912UHT-
routine maintenance of tools according to standard IIId-20
operational procedures, principles, and techniques
- Store tools safely in appropriate locations in
accordance with manufacturer’s specifications or
standard operating procedures

CONTENT PERFORMANCE
QUARTER 4 MOST ESSENTIAL LEARNING COMPETENCIES DURATION CODES
STANDARD STANDARD
LESSON 4: TESTING ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS (TEC)
- The learners The learners shall be able to - Obtain and clarify work instructions based on job WEEK 1 TLE_IACSS9-
demonstrate an test electronic components order or client requirements 12TEC-IVa-c-24
understanding of - Consult responsible person for effective and proper
concepts and work coordination
underlying - Obtain and interpret data sheets/application notes
principles in testing based on manufacturer’s specifications
electronic - Define testing criteria to ensure that components
components meet technical and quality requirements
- Document and communicate testing criteria to
relevant personnel

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- - Apply appropriate testing methods to electronic WEEK 2 TLE_IACSS9-

components in accordance to technical specifications 12TECO-IVf-h-26
- Detect and record problems and faults by testing
- Document remedial steps
- Resolve detected problems and faults during
testing in accordance with agreed project or industry
practice
- Evaluate final products against the determined
criteria
- Submit to relevant personnel the documented and
summarized evaluation report of the testing process

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