Name: ___________________________________________ Module: 4 Dates: August 3-7,2020

Subject: TLE- ICT 7 Subject Teacher: Sir Kevin Alibong

Topic: Computer Hardware and Software

Learning Competency

 Use appropriate hand tools and test equipment.

Discovery Activity

Activity 1
CROSSWORD PUZZLE
Direction: Find and encircle the words in the Crossword puzzle. Refer to the Hint Box below.

HINTS
Discussions Tweezers Screws

Screens
PROPER USE OF TOOLSRetriever
Proper Use of ESD Tools
Pliers

The purpose of an antistatic

wrist strap is to equalize the
electrical charge between you
and the equipment. The
antistatic wrist strap is a
conductor that connects your
body to the equipment that
you are working on. When
static electricity builds up in your body, the
connection made by the wrist strap to the equipment, or ground, channels the electricity through the wire
that connects the strap.

The wrist strap has two parts and is easy to wear:

1. Wrap the strap around your wrist and secure it using the snap or Velcro. The metal on the back of the
wrist strap must remain in contact with your skin at all times.
2. Snap the connector at the end of the wire to the wrist strap, and connect the other end either to the
equipment or to the same grounding point that the antistatic mat is connected to. The metal skeleton of
the case is a good place to connect the wire. When connecting the wire to equipment that you are
working on, choose an unpainted metal surface. A painted surface does not conduct the electricity as well
as unpainted metal.
An antistatic mat is slightly conductive. It works by drawing static electricity away from a component and
transferring it safely from equipment to a grounding point:
1. Lay the mat on the workspace next to or under the computer case.
2. Clip the mat to the case to provide a grounded surface on which you can place parts as you remove
them from the system. Reducing the potential for ESD reduces the likelihood of damage to delicate
circuits or components.

Proper Use of Hand Tools

A technician needs to be able to properly use each tool in the toolkit. This topic covers many of the
various hand tools used when repairing computers.

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Screws
Match each screw with the proper screwdriver. Place the tip of the screwdriver on the head of the screw.
Turn the screwdriver clockwise to tighten the screw and counterclockwise to loosen the screw.
Screws can become stripped if you over-tighten them with a screwdriver. A stripped screw, may get stuck
in the screw hole, or it may not tighten firmly. Discard stripped screws.

Flat head screwdriver

Use a flat head screwdriver when you are working with a slotted screw. Do not use a flat head
screwdriver to remove a Phillips head screw. Never use a screwdriver as a pry bar. If you cannot remove
a component, check to see if there is a clip or latch that is securing the component in place. CAUTION: If
excessive force is needed to remove or add a component, something is probably wrong. Take a second
look to make sure that you have not missed a screw or a locking clip that is holding the component in
place. Refer to the device manual or diagram for additional information.

Phillips head screwdriver

Use a Phillips head screwdriver with crosshead screws. Do not use this type of screwdriver to puncture
anything. This will damage the head of the screwdriver.

Hex driver
Use a hex driver to loosen and tighten bolts that have a hexagonal (six-sided) head. Hex bolts should not
be over-tightened because the threads of the bolts can be stripped. Do not use a hex driver that is too
large for the bolt that you are using.
CAUTION: Some tools are magnetized. When working around electronic devices, be sure that the tools
you are using have not been magnetized. Magnetic fields can be harmful to data stored on magnetic
media. Test your tool by touching the tool with a screw. If the screw is attracted to the tool, do not use the
tool.

Part retriever, Needle-nose pliers, or tweezers

The part retriever, needle-nose pliers, and tweezers can be used to place and retrieve parts that may be
hard to reach with your fingers. Do not scratch or hit any components when using these tools.
CAUTION: Pencils should not be used inside the computer to change the setting of switches or to pry off
jumpers. The pencil lead can act as a conductor and may damage the computer components.

Proper Use of Cleaning Materials

Keeping computers clean inside and out is a vital part of a maintenance program. Dirt can cause
problems with the physical operation of fans, buttons, and other mechanical components. On electrical
components, an excessive buildup of dust will act like an insulator and trap the heat. This insulation will
impair the ability of heat sinks and cooling fans to keep components cool, causing chips and circuits to
overheat and fail.
CAUTION: When compressed air is used to clean inside the computer, the air should be blown around
the components with a minimum distance of four inches from the nozzle. The power supply and the fan
should be cleaned from the back of the case.
CAUTION: Before cleaning any device, turn it off and unplug the device from the power source.

Computer Cases and Monitors

Clean computer cases and the outside of monitors with a mild cleaning solution on a damp, lint-free cloth.
Mix one drop of dishwashing liquid with four ounces of water to create the cleaning solution. If any water
drips inside the case, allow enough time for the liquid to dry before powering on the computer.
LCD Screens
Do not use ammoniated glass cleaners or any other solution on an LCD screen, unless the cleaner is
specifically designed for the purpose. Harsh chemicals will damage the coating on the screen. There is no
glass protecting these screens, so be gentle when cleaning them and do not press firmly on the screen.

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CRT Screens
To clean the screens of CRT monitors, dampen a soft, clean, lint-free cloth with distilled water and wipe
the screen from top to bottom. Then use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the screen and remove any streaking
after you have cleaned the monitor.
Clean dusty components with a can of compressed air.
Compressed air does not cause electrostatic buildup on
components. Make sure that you are in a well-ventilated
area before blowing the dust out of the computer. A best
practice is to wear a dust mask to make sure that you do
not breathe in the dust particles.
Blow out the dust using short bursts from the can. Never tip the can or use the compressed air can upside
down. Do not allow the fan blades to spin from the force of the compressed air. Hold the fan in place. Fan
motors can be ruined from spinning when the motor is not turned on.
Component Contacts
Clean the contacts on components with isopropyl alcohol. Do not use rubbing alcohol. Rubbing alcohol
contains impurities that can damage contacts. Make sure that the contacts do not collect any lint from the
cloth or cotton swab. Blow any lint off the contacts with compressed air before reinstallation.
Keyboard
Clean a desktop keyboard with compressed air or a small, hand-held vacuum cleaner with a brush
attachment.
CAUTION: Never use a standard vacuum cleaner inside a computer case. The plastic parts of the
vacuum cleaner can build up static electricity and discharge to the components. Use only a vacuum
approved for electronic components.
Mouse
Use glass cleaner and a soft cloth to clean the outside of the mouse. Do not spray glass cleaner directly
on the mouse. If cleaning a ball mouse, you can remove the ball and clean it with glass cleaner and a soft
cloth. Wipe the rollers clean inside the mouse with the same cloth. Do not spray any liquids inside the
mouse.

Development Activity

Activity 2
Direction: Complete the computer cleaning chart shown below.
COMPUTER MAINTENANCE

COMPONENTS TO CLEAN CLEAN WITH

Computer Cases Example: Mild cleaning solution and lint free cloth.
1. Outside Monitors
2. Keyboard
3. Mouse

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 4. LCD/CRT Screen
5. Heat Sink

Assessment

A. Direction. Identify the appropriate tool to use for each of the following:

_________________1. Retrieve parts that may be hard to reach by your fingers

_________________2. Tighten / loosen a slotted screw.

_________________3. Equalize the electrical charge between you and the equipment.

_________________4. Tighten / loosen screw

_________________5. Tighten / looses bold with a hexagonal head

B. Direction. Fill in the blank with the correct word or phrase on each item.
6. When compressed air is used to clean inside the computer, the air should be blown around the
components with a minimum distance of ______ inches from the nozzle.

7. Pencils should not be used inside the computer to change the setting of switches or to pry off jumpers
because the tip contains _____ which can act as a conductor and may damage the computer
components.

8. To clean the screens of CRT monitors, dampen a soft, clean, lint-free cloth with _______ water and
wipe the screen from top to bottom.

9. Clean the contacts on components with _________ alcohol.

10. Use a __________ to loosen and tighten bolts that have a hexagonal (six-sided) head.

11. The purpose of an antistatic wrist strap is to ________ the electrical charge between you and the
equipment.

12. Turn the screwdriver _________ to tighten the screw

13. Turn the screwdriver ________________ to loosen the screw.

14. Use a ________ head screwdriver with crosshead screws.

15. On electrical components, an excessive buildup of dust will act like an _________ and trap the heat.

REFERENCE

Exploratory Courses in Technology and Livelihood Education, Grade 7 of the K to 12 Curriculum was
developed by Ronaldo V. Ramilo, Division ICT Coordinator of Tanauan City Division and Deover M.
Pasco, ICT Coordinator of Tagum National Trade School.

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