COC1: Installing and Configure Computer Systems

LIST OF CORE COMPETENCIES

No. Unit of Competency Module Title Code
1. Install and configure Computer Installing and configuring computer
Systems systems & Network ELC724331
2. Set-up computer Networks Set-up Computer Networks ELC724332

3. Set-up Computer Networks Set-up Computer Networks ELC724333

4. Maintain and repair Computer Maintaining and repairing Computer
Systems and Networks Systems and Networks ELC724334

MODULE CONTENT
UNIT OF COMPETENCY : INSTALL AND CONFIGURE COMPUTER SYSTEM
UNIT MODULE : INSTALLING AND CONFIGURING
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MODULE DESCRIPTOR :
This module covers the outcomes required in installing and configuring desktop and
workstation computers system. It consists of competencies to assemble computer hardware, install
operating system and drivers for peripherals/ devices, and install application software as well as to
conduct testing and documentation.

SUMMARY OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Upon completion of this module the students/trainees must be able to:

LO1.1. Assemble computer hardware

LO1.2. Prepare installer
LO1.3. Install operating system and drivers for peripherals/devices
LO1.4. Install application software
LO1.5. Conduct testing and documentation
4 DIMENSIONS OF COMPETENCY
TASK SKILLS
- Undertaking a specific workplace task(s)
o KNOWLEDGE
o SKILLS
o ATTITUDE

TASK MANAGEMENT SKILLS

- Managing a number of different tasks to complete a whole work activity.
o PLAN
o TECHNIQUE
o TIME
o SPEED

CONTINGENCY MANAGEMENT SKILLS

- Responding to problems and irregularities when undertaking a work activity, such
as:
o Breakdowns
o Changes in routine
o Unexpected or atypical results or outcomes
o Difficult or dissatisfied clients

JOB ROLE/ENVIRONMENT SKILLS

- Dealing with the responsibilities and expectations of the work environment when
undertaking a work activity, such as:
o Working with others
o Interacting with clients and suppliers
o Complying with standards operating procedures
o Observing enterprise policy and procedure

ASSEMBLING AND DISASSEMBLING COMPUTER

Before you start to work on the computer, perform the following steps in the sequence
indicated:
 1. Turn off the computer and all peripherals
2. Touch an unpainted metal surface on the computer chassis, such as the metal
around the card-slot openings at the back of your computer, before touching
anything inside your computer.
3. Disconnect the computer and peripherals from their electrical outlets. Doing so
reduces the potentials for personal injury on shock. Also disconnect any telephone
or telecommunication lines from the computer.

Additional Safety Tips:

 Wear shoes with non-conductive rubber soles to help reduce the chance of
being shocked or seriously injured in an electrical accident.
 Do not work on components that are plugged into their power source.
 Do not remove expansion cards from a computer when it is turned on.
 Remove all jewelry when working inside any computer related equipment.
 Be sure not to mix electronic components and water.
 When you shutdown your computer, be sure to shut it down properly. Dot
not turn it off with the case switch.
 Don’t eat or drinks with working.

Antistatic Wrist strap:

 Before cleaning or repairing equipment, make sure that your tools are in
good condition. Clean, repair, or replace items that are not functioning
adequately.
 An example of ESD is the small shock that you receive when you walk across
a carpeted room and touch a doorknob. Although the small shock is harmless
to you, the same electrical charge passing from you to a computer can
damage. Its computer components.