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Teaching and Learning Division 7

LEARNER’S PACKET
CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY
Grade 7 Science
Technology and
Engineering ( STE )
Class
Creative Technology – Grade 7
Quarter __ - Module __:

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TLE- 7 Creative Technology

Quarter 1 Lesson 3 Week 5

Hardware and Software operations and functions

I. LEARNING SKILLS
A. Curriculum Guide
1. Perform basic hardware and software operations and functions.
SSP_TLE-CT7COIN -Ie-2.2
2. Observe proper start-up and shutdown of computer according to standard and
procedures. SSP_TLE-CT7COIN -Ie-2.3

B. Objectives
1. Perform basic hardware and software operations and functions.
2. Enumerate the proper start-up and shutdown of the computer according to
standards and procedures.

II. INTRODUCTORY CONCEPT

Perform basic hardware and software operations and functions.

Performing basic hardware and software operations and functions on a computer
involves a wide range of tasks. Here are some fundamental operations for both
hardware and software.

Information Sheet:
Basic hardware Operations
1. Power Turn On/Off. Turn your computer on and off as needed.
2. Connecting/Disconnecting Peripherals. Connect and disconnect hardware
peripherals like a keyboard, mouse, external hard drive, or printer.
 3. Checking Connections. Verify that all cables and connectors are properly
connected, as explained in the previous answer.
4. Using Input Devices
 Keyboard. Type and enter text.
 Mouse/Touchpad. Move the cursor, click, and right-click.
5. Monitor Operation. Adjust the display settings, change the screen resolution,
and connect multiple monitors if necessary.
6. Audio Devices. Adjust the volume, plug in or unplug headphones or
speakers, and troubleshoot audio issues.
7. Optical Drives. Insert and eject CDs or DVDs from optical drives.
8. USB Drives. Insert and remove USB flash drives and external hard drives.
9. Printers and Scanners. Print documents, scan images, and troubleshoot
printing or scanning issues.
10. Basic Maintenance. Keep your computer physically clean and dust-free.

Basic Software Operations

1. Operating System Interaction. Navigate the desktop or Start menu on
Windows.
2. File Management. Create, rename, copy, move, and delete files and folders
and use keyboard shortcuts.
3. Software Installation/Uninstallation. Install new software applications or
uninstall software from your computer.
4. Web Browsing. Open a web browser and navigate websites, enter URLs,
and use bookmarks.
5. Email. Set up and use email clients and compose, send, receive, and
organize emails.
6. Basic Troubleshooting. Restart or shut down the computer if there's an
issue and identify and address common software errors or crashes.
7. System Settings. Adjust display settings (e.g., screen resolution), Configure
network settings (e.g., Wi-Fi, Ethernet) and customize sound and audio
settings.
8. Updates and Maintenance. Keep the operating system and software
applications up to date and perform regular system maintenance tasks like
disk cleanup.
 9. Security. Install and update antivirus software and set strong passwords and
use password managers.
10. Accessing Help and Support. Access online help resources and user
manuals and contact customer support when encountering issues beyond
your expertise.

Proper start-up and shutdown of computer

These are some of the basic hardware and software operations you can perform on
a computer. The specific steps and operations may vary depending on the operating
system and software applications you are using.

Proper Startup
1. Power On. Ensure the computer is plugged into a power source and the
power switch on the computer itself (if available) is in the "On" position.
2. Monitor and peripherals. Make sure the monitor, keyboard, mouse, and any
other necessary peripherals are properly connected and powered on.
3. Press the Power Button. Press the power button on the computer case or
laptop. The location of the power button may vary depending on your device.
4. Boot-Up. The computer will start its boot-up process. You'll typically see a
manufacturer's logo, followed by the operating system's loading screen.
5. Login. Enter your username and password when prompted to access your
desktop or home screen.
6. Wait for Startup. Wait for all startup processes and background services to
complete. This may take a few minutes, depending on your computer's speed
and the number of startup programs.
7. Use the computer. Once your computer is fully operational, you can start
using
it for your intended tasks.

Proper Computer Shutdown

1. Save your Work. Before shutting down, save any unsaved work in open
applications. This prevents data loss.
2. Close Applications. Close all open applications and files.
3. Start Menu (Windows). Click the "Start" button (Windows logo) in the lower
 left corner, then click the power icon and select "Shut down”.
4. Confirmation. A confirmation dialog may appear asking if you're sure you
want to shut down. Confirm by clicking "Shut Down" or "Yes”.
5. Wait for Shutdown. Wait for the computer to complete the shutdown
process.
You'll see the screen go blank, and the power indicator may turn off or change
to a standby mode, depending on your device.
6. Power Off. If you have an external power switch on the computer case or
laptop, turn it off. If not, you can disconnect the power source from the outlet
or
remove the battery (for laptops.
7. Monitor and Peripherals. Power off the monitor and any connected
peripherals.

Remember!!
Proper start-up and shutdown procedures helps ensure your computer functions
smoothly and reduces the risk of data loss or hardware damage. Additionally,
regularly shutting down your computer when it's not in use can contribute to its
longevity and energy efficiency.

III. ACTIVITIES

A. Directions: List and perform the fundamental operations for both hardware
and software. Write your answers in your notebook.

Basic Hardware Operations Basic Software Operations

 B. Directions. Enumerate the proper start-up and shutdown of computer. Write
your answers in your notebook.

Proper Startup Proper Computer Shutdown

1. 1.

2. 2.

3. 3.

4. 4.

5. 5.

6. 6.

7. 7.

Activity 3: “Essay”

Explain the importance of following correct procedures during the start-up of a

computer. How does a systematic start-up contribute to the overall efficiency and
performance of the system?

RUBRICS
Needs
Criteria Excellent (4) Good (3) Adequate (2)
Improvement (1)
Presents a
Presents a clear
Provides a clear vague or
and compelling
thesis statement unclear thesis
thesis that fully
Thesis that addresses statement Fails to present a
addresses the
Statement the importance related to the clear thesis
importance of
but may lack importance of statement.
proper computer
depth or computer start-
start-up and shut-
specificity. up and shut-
down.
down.
Content and Provides a Covers the key Covers the Provides limited
Depth comprehensive aspects of the basics of the or irrelevant
exploration of the topic with good importance of information,
topic, depth, providing computer start- lacking a
demonstrating a insightful up and shut- substantive
deep analysis. down but lacks exploration of the
understanding of depth or topic.
the various thorough
 aspects of
computer start-up analysis.
and shut-down.
Demonstrates a
Shows a
well-organized Organization is
generally Lacks
essay with a somewhat
organized organization,
Organization logical flow of unclear, with
structure, though making it difficult
and ideas. Each limited use of
there may be to follow the
Structure paragraph transitions or a
some issues with sequence of
contributes to the disjointed
transitions or ideas.
overall coherence structure.
overall flow.
of the essay.
Expresses ideas
Communicates Expression is
clearly and
ideas effectively somewhat Communication is
concisely, utilizing
with mostly clear unclear or often unclear,
appropriate
Clarity and expression, awkward, with with frequent use
vocabulary and
Expression though some occasional of confusing or
demonstrating a
sentences may difficulty in inappropriate
sophisticated
be convoluted or conveying language.
command of
unclear. ideas.
language.
Demonstrates
exceptional Displays good
Lacks critical
critical thinking critical thinking Shows some
thinking, with
skills by providing skills, offering evidence of
minimal analysis
insightful analysis, thoughtful critical thinking,
Critical and limited
considering analysis and but the analysis
Thinking consideration of
multiple considering may be limited
different
perspectives, and various aspects or lack depth.
perspectives.
offering original of the topic.
insights.
Delivers a strong
The conclusion
conclusion that Provides a
is weak, lacking
effectively conclusion that
a clear The conclusion is
summarizes key summarizes key
summary of key abrupt or missing,
points and points but may
points and a leaving the essay
Conclusion reinforces the lack a strong
reinforcement without a proper
importance of reinforcement of
of the resolution.
proper computer the topic's
importance of
start-up and shut- significance.
the topic.
down.
Demonstrates a
Contains Shows frequent Contains
high level of
occasional errors errors in numerous and
proficiency in
in grammar, grammar, distracting errors
grammar,
Grammar punctuation, or punctuation, or in grammar,
punctuation, and
and spelling that do spelling, punctuation, or
spelling,
Mechanics not significantly affecting the spelling, making it
enhancing the
impede overall challenging to
overall readability
understanding. readability. understand.
of the essay.
 IV. REFLECTIONS
What significant learning have you gain from this activity and what are the
advantages of having this activity?

V. REFERENCES

1. Operating System Features MCQs (openai.com)

2. Hardware and Software: Concept, Functions and Examples - Daily Concepts
(conceptdaily.com)

Contextualizer:

EMMANUEL B. ROXAS
Teacher I, Tanque NHS