EXPLORATORY

TLE-Technical Drafting
Module 2: MELC LO 1.
Maintain Hand Tools, Drawing Instruments,
Equipment and Paraphernalia
Week 1: Day 3-5

Department of Education - MIMAROPA Region

TLE – Grade 7/8 Technical Drafting
Alternative Delivery Mode
Module 2: LO 1. Maintain Hand Tools, Drawing Instruments, Equipment and
Paraphernalia
First Edition, 2020

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 EXPLORATORY

TLE-Technical Drafting
Module 2: MELC LO 1.
Maintain Hand Tools, Drawing
Instruments, Equipment
and Paraphernalia
Introductory Message
For the facilitator:

Welcome to the Technology and Livelihood Education-Grade 7/8 Alternative Delivery

Mode (ADM) Module on Maintaining Hand Tools, Drawing Instruments, Equipment,
and Paraphernalia!

This module was collaboratively designed, developed, and reviewed by educators

both from public and private institutions to assist you, the teacher, or facilitator in
helping the learners meet the standards set by the K to 12 Curriculum while
overcoming their personal, social, and economic constraints in schooling.

This learning resource hopes to engage the learners in guided and independent
learning activities at their own pace and time. Furthermore, this also aims to help
learners acquire the needed 21st-century skills while taking into consideration their
needs and circumstances.

In addition to the material in the main text, you will also see this box in the body of
the module:

Notes to the Teacher

This contains helpful tips or strategies that
will help you in guiding the learners.

As a facilitator, you are expected to orient the learners on how to use this module.
You also need to keep track of the learners' progress while allowing them to manage
their learning. Furthermore, you are expected to encourage and assist the learners
as they do the tasks included in the module.

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For the learner:

Welcome to the Technology and Livelihood Education-Grade 7/8 Alternative Delivery

Mode (ADM) Module on Maintaining Hand Tools, Drawing Instruments, Equipment,
and Paraphernalia!

The hand is one of the most symbolized parts of the human body. It is often used to
depict skill, action, and purpose. Through our hands, we may learn, create, and
accomplish. Hence, the hand in this learning resource signifies that you as a learner
is capable and empowered to successfully achieve the relevant competencies and
skills at your own pace and time. Your academic success lies in your own hands!

This module was designed to provide you with fun and meaningful opportunities for
guided and independent learning at your own pace and time. You will be enabled to
process the contents of the learning resource while being an active learner.

This module has the following parts and corresponding icons:

What I Need to Know This will give you an idea of the skills or
competencies you are expected to learn in the
module.

What I Know This part includes an activity that aims to

check what you already know about the
lesson to take. If you get all the answers
correct (100%), you may decide to skip this
module.

What’s In This is a brief drill or review to help you link

the current lesson with the previous one.

What’s New In this portion, the new lesson will be

introduced to you in various ways such as a
story, a song, a poem, a problem opener, an
activity, or a situation.

What is It This section provides a brief discussion of the

lesson. This aims to help you discover and
understand new concepts and skills.

What’s More This comprises activities for independent

practice to solidify your understanding and
skills of the topic. You may check the
answers to the exercises using the Answer
Key at the end of the module.

What I Have Learned This includes questions or blank

sentences/paragraphs to be filled in to
process what you learned from the lesson.

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 What I Can Do This section provides an activity that will help
you transfer your new knowledge or skill in
real-life situations or concerns.

Assessment This is a task which aims to evaluate your

level of mastery in achieving the learning
competency.

Additional Activities In this portion, another activity will be given

to you to enrich your knowledge or skill of the
lesson learned. This also tends to the
retention of learned concepts.

Answer Key This contains answers to all activities in the

module.

At the end of this module you will also find:

References This is a list of all sources used in developing

this module.

The following are some reminders in using this module:

1. Use the module with care. Do not put unnecessary mark/s on any part of the
module. Use a separate sheet of paper in answering the exercises.
2. Don’t forget to answer What I Know before moving on to the other activities
included in the module.
3. Read the instruction carefully before doing each task.
4. Observe honesty and integrity in doing the tasks and checking your answers.
5. Finish the task at hand before proceeding to the next.
6. Return this module to your teacher/facilitator once you are through with it.
If you encounter any difficulty in answering the tasks in this module, do not
hesitate to consult your teacher or facilitator. Always bear in mind that you are
not alone.

We hope that through this material, you will experience meaningful learning and
gain a deep understanding of the relevant competencies. You can do it!

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 What I Need to Know

This module was designed and written with you in mind. With your learning
experiences in the previous lessons, I am pretty sure that you completely understand
the use of tools and equipment in technical drafting. You also had exciting and
interesting activities that made you understand the use of tools and equipment.
However, you also need to know how to take good care of each tool and equipment.

Content Standard: The learners demonstrate an understanding of concepts

and principles in maintaining hand tools, drawing
instruments, equipment, and paraphernalia

Performance Standard: The learners shall be able to maintain hand tools, drawing
instruments, equipment, and paraphernalia

Module 2: LO 1. Maintain hand tools, drawing instruments, equipment, and

paraphernalia (TLE_ICTTD7/8MT-0b-1)

Through this module, you would surely gain knowledge on how to properly
make your hand tools, drawing instruments, equipment, and paraphernalia clean
and usable.

The module is divided into three topics, namely:

• Performing safety procedures in maintaining hand tools, drawing

instruments, equipment, and paraphernalia
• Following procedures in cleaning, tightening and simple repairing of hand
tools, drawing instruments, equipment, and paraphernalia
• Identifying common malfunction (unplanned or unusual events) when
using tools, drawing instruments, equipment, and paraphernalia.

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 What I Know

Hello, how are you doing? I know you are excited to

learn from this module. Don’t worry because I have prepared
so much activities for you to understand what this module is
all about.
Before studying the module, try to answer the table
below to determine how much you already know.

Skills Assessment

Directions: Listed below are some of the most important skills that you must
possess in maintaining hand tools, drawing instruments, equipment,
and paraphernalia. Rate yourself by checking “Not much,” if you are
not so familiar with it, yet, “A little” and/or “A lot,” if you are already
familiar with the skills listed.

Don’t feel bad if you have checked “Not Much” in all of the skills. Keep in
mind that this is being administered to determine your pre-entry knowledge and
skills for the lesson to be presented.

Skills in maintaining hand tools, Not A A

drawing instruments, equipment, Much Little Lot
and paraphernalia
I can perform safety procedures in
maintaining hand tools, drawing
instruments, equipment, and
paraphernalia.
I can follow procedures in cleaning,
tightening, and repairing hand tools,
drawing instruments, equipment, and
paraphernalia.
I can identify common malfunction
(unplanned or unusual events) when
using tools, drawing instruments,
equipment, and paraphernalia.
I can follow the standard procedures
in accomplishing the forms.

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 I can check the list of hand tools,
drawing instruments, equipment, and
paraphernalia to be requested per job
requirement.
I can evaluate the condition of all the
requested hand tools, drawing
instruments, equipment, and
paraphernalia for proper operation
and safety.
I can follow procedures in preparing
an inspection report to the property
custodian.

After raising your awareness of what the learning goals are and targets that
you are supposed to reach, are you ready to move further with this lesson? This will
include topics on maintaining and inspecting hand tools, drawing instruments,
equipment, and paraphernalia. Enjoy reading and have fun while performing the
activities prepared for you.

Lesson Maintain Hand Tools, Drawing

2 Instruments, Equipment
and Paraphernalia

In your previous lesson, you have been exposed

to a lot of activities to improve your learning capabilities.

In this lesson, you will be accomplishing various

activities enriched with hands-on activities that will
assess your level in terms of skills and knowledge about
the subject. The tasks in this lesson will equip you with
skills needed so you will be prepared for the world of
work as draftsman. In this way, you will be more
confident as you provide service support for drafting
where it is needed.

So now, let us begin your journey and find out

what awaits you throughout this lesson!

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 What’s In

To check your understanding of the previous lesson, try to accomplish the

next activity, and let’s see how much you learned from the previous module.

Activity 2.1: Word Hunt

Directions: Look for at least 10 names of drafting materials, tools, and drawing
instruments from the puzzle, then write their uses and function based on what you
have understood from your previous lesson. Do this activity in your activity notebook.
B M L U X R D I V I D E R S N E O X A C

C O A F T E R B I A E U N A I R S A O Q

D E S S A N A A B U L N K D T S A M D L

E K I D R A W I N G T A B L E V P P G H

F T D I V V I T K I D R S T E A I N X F

G I R L I S N O A T N Y A O S R H N S A

H C K X Y J G G S E L A C O M P A S S M

S R O G K U P J T V O S B Q E P E I B Y

J O V R O K A R A A Z X L E N R K Q O E

K T I Z S N P A R E P U T O B X L Y K S

L C K A L T E C N T Y E J X P S E C I L

M A Q D I E R A S E R F E O E Q V C E H

N R I T C N C X O P E A N V T U A I K A

O T D D N Y D X R K T O B P E A H U G E

P O N R E R I Z N U R N Q I N S L H O T

Q R V X T A Q S W T R I A N G L E S R R

R P K G - R A T C T A R P N H A N C E S

S A G D S G L A T O T P I D O L K A D A

T L J O Q O H N X I W S P E N C I L I T

U I V Y U N C O P L A K Q I S E B E V N

V T F F A S A Z I R I C Y U L M Z K I R

W S L B R U L E R Q D L B J A N T F D O

X E J A E I E U W A P I E A K R W O E B

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 Notes to the Teacher
As a facilitator, your task is to challenge the learners to answer the above activity
as fast as they can. You need to know if they are able to apply what they have
learned from the previous lesson.

Now, check your work. Did you get a good score?

If you got...
Score Rating What your score means

8-10 Very Good You have gained much knowledge of the

previous lesson

5-7 Good You have gained adequate learning on

the previous topic.

0-4 Fair You can study the topic again to improve.

What’s New

Now that you have accomplished the previous task

completely, it’s time for you to be more challenged with the
given activity that willl help you better understand the lesson.

In this part of the module, you will be identifying the

do’s and don’ts in maintaining drafting tools, drawing
instruments, equipment and paraphernalia.

Remember, this particular task will prepare you for a

higher level tasks of this module.

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Activity 2.2: Write It Right
Directions: Inside the box are the Do’s and Dont’s of maintaining hand tools,
drawing instruments, equipment, and paraphernalia. Your task is to select the
statements and write them in their respective column. Do this in your activity
notebook.

✓ Keep your pencil points sharp at all times.

✓ Clean the speedball pen by wiping-off or scraping the ink on it with
knife.
✓ Roll up your drafting paper into a tight roll before placing it in
drafting tube.
✓ Use the edge of the T-square and triangles as a guide in cutting
paper with knife or cutter.
✓ Use scale as a ruler.
✓ Avoid sharpening your pencil on the top of your board.
✓ Use clean dump cloth in cleaning the T – Square & Triangle.
✓ Avoid unnecessary sliding of T-square or triangles across the
drawing.
✓ Use erasers to rub out any black marks.
✓ Keep the Oslo paper or bond paper in rolled form.
DO’s DON’Ts

Based on your answers above, respond to the following questions. Write your
answers on your activity notebook.

1. Have you ever used any drafting tools? When was it?

2. Do you have any experience with maintaining drafting tools? If yes, how did
you maintain it?

3. Do you know someone who owns drafting tools? Have you tried to observe
him/her in maintaining his/her drafting tools? What did he/she usually do?

We discovered that you have ideas about the Do’s and Don’ts in
maintaining drafting tools, but your journey doesn’t end here. There are things to
learn more on how to maintain hand tools, drawing instruments, equipment and
other paraphernalia effectively.

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 What is It

As mentioned before, this module focuses on

basic learning competencies in technical drafting,
specifically in maintaining hand tools, drawing
instruments, equipment, and paraphernalia. In this
part of the module, you will understand how the
drafting materials should be properly kept and
maintained in order to last.

So, what are you waiting for? Let’s discuss them

one by one and learn important concepts about this
lesson.

Topic
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Safety Procedures in Maintaining Hand Tools,
Drawing
Instruments, Equipment, and Paraphernalia.
In technical drafting, it is better to own a few good tools than many poor ones.
In acquiring tools, be guided by two things: quality and durability. Quality tools are
known by their popular brand names. But also consider that the life of any drafting
instruments/tools will depend on how well you take care of them. Drafting
instruments/tools should be well maintained to continue working properly.
Observing proper practices in organizing and storing these items has a great deal to
do with keeping them in tip-top shape and good working condition. You can assure
that your tools will last longer if you take good care of them.

Drafting tools have small, delicate, and complex parts, that is why they have
to be carefully handled and properly maintained. We should clean them before,
during, and after using and keep them in a safe and proper place. Proper
maintenance will keep them in good condition.
As a student, you should know how to take good care of your tools, instruments,
and equipment to maximize their use. You must be responsible for handling them
properly.

The following are the general procedures for cleaning and maintaining drafting
tools and equipment. These procedures are also recommended as a routine activity
before and after working on a drawing.

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 General Cleaning and Maintenance Procedure

Lay all the drafting tools on a table and separate them into piles of

1 alike items. Put the pencils, markers, erasers, rulers, stencils, paper
items together.

Spray the liquid cleaner to the cloth and wipe off all residues to
2 the supplies.

Use erasers to rub out any black marks. Do this by rubbing the eraser
3 against a clean piece of paper until the black smudge disappears.

Run your hands through your drafting brush to remove any loose
4 debris and wipe it with the cleaning cloth to remove any residue
left on the handle.

Roll up your drafting paper into a tight roll. Secure them with a
5 rubber band at each end. Place the roll into a drafting tube for
storage.

Place the pens and markers into the long slots of the organizer
6 tray. Place the erasers, lead refills, push pins, paper. clips, small
rulers and mounting stickers in the smaller cube slots.

Wipe the compass with a clean cloth. Wind the compass down until it is

7 straight if you will store it in the organizer tray. If it has its own case,
then wind it to the size the case has set for it to be stored, and place it
into the box.

Make a folder to hold all your stencils. Create holding flaps in an

8 ascending order so the stencils can be layered and easy to see and
access when needed.

Place this newly made stencil holder into a large plastic or mesh

9 pouch. Put a dry cleaning cloth in the pouch, placed over the
stencils, to help keep them clean.

Place the drafting brush, rulers and organizer tray into the pouch.

10 If the compass has its own storage box, it can also be placed into
the pouch. All the major tools should be in this portable carrying
pouch. Your paper should be in the separate portable carrying
drafting tube.

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 Let’s Continue!

Here are the things that you must and mustn’t do when using drafting
materials. Remember, all that we do must have a limitation, right? So here it is.

Do’s and Don’ts on the Proper Care of Drafting Tools,

Instruments and Equipment

Pencil
https://www.istockphoto.com/photos/drafting-tools
➢ Never sharpen the pencil over the drawing or
close to any of your equipment.
➢ Keep your pencil points sharp at all times
because it produces sharp and neat lines.
➢ Do not sharpen your pencil on top of your
workplace. The granite will taint the drawing
paper. It will make the surface dirty.
➢ Do not bite the lead of your pencil. Lead is
poisonous. It is hazardous to our health.
➢ Hold the pencil 60º angle while drawing.

T-square, Triangle and French curve

➢ Do not use the T-square a rough surface.
➢ Do not use the edge of the T-square and
triangles as guide in cutting paper. It will break
the edge of the blade or create a nick that will
make it to produce straight lines.
➢ Use T-Square in drawing horizontal lines.
➢ Use triangles in drawing vertical & inclined
lines. https://www.istockphoto.com/photos/drafting-tools

https://www.google.com.ph/search?q=drafting+
scale+and+ruler&tbm
Ruler and scale
➢ Scale should not be pricked with needle points
of the divider or compass when measurements
are taken.
➢ Do not use scale as a ruler.

Speedball pen, lettering pen and pen holder

➢ After using, clean the speedball pen by wiping-

off or scraping the ink on it with clean damp
cloth. You may also use blade for scrapping.
➢ Lettering pens, like technical pens, should be
cleaned with water and soap. Afterwards, wipe
it off with a clean, dry cloth. https://www.google.com.ph/search?q=speed+ball+p
en+and+lettering+pen&tbm
➢ Always keep it together with speedball pens.

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 Divider and compass
➢ Do not oil the joints of the legs of the divider.
➢ Do not use the divider as substitute for
thumbtacks in fastening the drawing paper on
the drawing board or table top.
➢ The needle points must be sharp and of equal
length.
https://www.istockphoto.com/photos/drafting-tools
➢ Do not drop the compass and ruling pen and
divider. It might cause a notch on the ribs of
the instruments.
➢ Hold the compass by the handle while making
circular features.
Ruling pen
➢ Sharpen the nibs or blade of the ruling pen with
metal sandpaper when it is no longer in a
parabolic shape.
➢ Rub the dried ink on the nibs with the use of
paper to avoid clogging at its end when in use.
https://www.cultpens.com/i/q/JK62771/jakar-ruling-pen

Drawing paper
➢ It should be stored in rolled form.
➢ It should not be crumpled or wet nor kept in a
moist or cold place.
➢ Oslo paper or bond paper must be kept in a
large envelope.
https://www.istockphoto.com/photos/drafting-tools

Masking tape or scotch tape, eraser and erasing

shield
➢ They should all be kept together with other
supplies to avoid losing them.
➢ Do not use the eraser on surfaces and spaces
without mistakes. A surface rubbed by an eraser https://www.google.com/search?q=drafting+eraser&tbm
tends to ink-bleed and smear. https://www.google.com/search?q=masking+tape+scotch+t
ape+and+eraser+drafting&tbm

Drawing board and drawing table

➢ It should always be in good working condition.

➢ Wipe the top of your drawing board before
starting to work. A clean table serves a clean
drawing paper.
➢ Do not leave any kind of marks on your board
to keep the surface smooth.
https://www.istockphoto.com/photos/drafting-tools

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 Hey, don’t forget to bear in mind the Safety
Reminders to Remember while Drawing.

a. Be sure to keep your hands and instruments clean.

b. Never sharpen pencil over your board while working.
c. Avoid eating sticky and wet food while drawing.
d. Always listen to the instruction of the teacher on how
a drawing will be done.
e. Concentrate. A person who concentrates well in his
work will be able to do work accurately, neatly and
will be able to finish at the given time frame.

Let’s Read This!

Precautions Before, During and After Using Drafting Tools,

Instruments and Equipment.

Working safely can involve changes in how drafting materials are selected and
how they are handled. Tools and other drafting materials must be properly used. A
good worker or draftsman keeps and takes care of these tools. However, it is still a
necessity to follow some precautions in using drafting tools. They are as follows:
1. Be sure to inspect tools before using them. This is to check if they are in
working condition. This can be detected when there is ease and speed when
in use.
2. After using a tool, clean it thoroughly with a damp cloth. Wipe it dry with
another piece of cloth before keeping it.
3. When not in use, the T-square is preferably hung by inserting the hole to a
nail (attached to a wall) at the end of its blade.
4. Do not abuse or misuse any piece of drawing instruments.
5. Avoid throwing tool to anybody instead hand it over
6. Avoid setting off the distances individually by moving the scale to a new
position each time, because slight errors in the measurements may
accumulate and give rise to a large error.
7. Avoid unnecessary sliding of T-square or triangles across the drawing. Pick
up the triangle by their tips and tilt the T-square blade upward slightly before
moving.
8. Report defective tool and any hazard to the instructor immediately.

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 Topic Procedures in Cleaning, Tightening and Simple
2 Repairing of Hand Tools, Drawing Instruments,
Equipment, and Paraphernalia

You have just finished the first topic. Think about how
you can apply or demonstrate your understanding of the ideas
and concepts presented in the previous section.

Now, I believe you are ready to learn more. Here is the

next topic of this module that will surely make you realize how
helpful it is.

Let’s Move On!

Hand tools and equipment are subjected to different levels of abuse while in
use. These abuses may result in the tools being dirty, loosely connected, or even
damaged. Before using tools or equipment, it must be inspected properly to ensure
that they are operational and safe.

To be able to make the most out of maintaining drafting tools, here are some
procedures to consider when maintaining hand tools and other drafting materials.

o The work area must always be kept neat and tidy.

o All tools and equipment must be placed in a clean and dry place.
o Clean tools and equipment work more efficiently. This lessens the effort
needed to operate them and reduces the possibility of mishaps.
o Before cleaning any tool, be sure to wear the proper personal protective
equipment (PPE). Gloves, masks, and goggles are usually worn when
cleaning tools since most cleaning agents and solutions are harmful to the
human body.
o Only use cleaning agents as prescribed by the tool or equipment
manufacturer. Follow the cleaning procedures as well to make sure that
no damage will be inflicted on the tools.
o Cleaning the tools after use is highly recommended.
o Tools with moving parts often suffer loosening of its parts. This is normal
since these segments keep on moving. A tool with loose parts will not
function properly and may cause injuries.
o Gripping tools such as a plier is an example that needs tightening. A plier’s
rivet must be well tightened to be able to grip properly.
o Lubricants must also be applied after tightening to reduce the friction.
o Driving tools’ handles must also be tightened to reduce hand strain when
turning. A loosely connected handle will make it almost impossible to use
it.

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 REMEMBER:
In doing simple repair of tools, make sure that you are
knowledgeable in doing so. Repairing tools without sufficient skills
may result to further damage or inflict injuries to the fixer. Small
repairs like tightening, sharpening and changing of handles may not
require special skills to do. Power tools and specialized equipment on
the other hand may require specialized skills in repairing. It is
recommended that complicated tools and equipment be brought to
the authorized service center. If a tool or equipment is beyond repair,
it must be disposed properly.

At this point, let us get to know more about maintaining hand tools, drawing
instruments, equipment, and paraphernalia by exploring the last topic of this
learning module. Let’s find out!

Topic Common Malfunctions (Unplanned Or

Unusual Events) When Using Tools, Drawing
3 Instruments, Equipment, And Paraphernalia.

Maintaining the good operational condition of all the hand tools, equipment,
and paraphernalia in the workplace is the responsibility of everyone. Since these
tools help in the completion of the different job requirements, keeping them well
preserved will make work easier and more efficient.
The proper use of tools, equipment, and paraphernalia will greatly increase
efficiency and occupational safety in the workplace. Having the proper knowledge
and skills in using such tools is needed to operate and use them effectively. But more
often than not, problems and malfunctions may arise while using these tools.
(Mejica 2017)

These are the causes of common malfunctions of drawing tools, equipment,

and paraphernalia:

1. Lack of proper care, inspection, and maintenance of the tools and

equipment.
2. Improper handling of drafting tools & equipment and paraphernalia.

3. Unobserved safety precautions.

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 Name of
Drawing
Common
Materials/Tools
Malfunction Effects Remedy
and
Instruments
Stored in a rolled
form and put
can’t produce a
inside the drawing
Drawing Paper crumpled and wet better output
tube or in a large
envelope.
Sharpen the pencil
Dull or broken broad mark or and make it
Pencil
lead without mark at all pointed at all
times.
Do not use it as a
T-square,
Having dents in can’t produce a guide when cutting
Triangle, and
ruling edge straight line paper using a knife
French curve
or cutter.
Sharpen the
The metal leg is slips easily when needlepoint with
Divider &
not pointed used oil stone or
compass
grinder.
Do not prick the
inappropriate scale with any
Scale becomes
Ruler and scale measurement pointed object.
vague
Clean with water
hidden line or and soap, then
Speedball, The ball-bearing of
dotted mark will wipe it off and
lettering pen, the pen is stuck
appear wipe it with a
and ruling pen
clean dry cloth.
having a crack or
the pen will slip Glue the broken
broken part
Pen holder out part.
dirty marks and Sand the surface
Drawing inappropriate line
scratch on top of using very fine
board/table mark
the table sandpaper.

The table above shows the possible malfunctions of drafting tools and
equipment if not properly used. The effects of those malfunctions are also indicated
for you to know what will happen if your drafting materials are not properly
maintained. But don’t worry, remedies are made available for you. Always remember
that this module is developed to help you know anything about this lesson.

BITS OF INFORMATION
❖ There is certainly no absolute way to avoid any unforeseen malfunctions.
❖ The only way to minimize them is to have the appropriate knowledge in
using the different tools.
❖ Proper inspection and assessment of tools must also be practiced to ensure
the safety of the worker and the accurate completion of a job requirement.
❖ Having a first aid kit in the work area is also necessary so that quick
response and cure can be applied in case of any injuries.

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 Great! You have just finished reading important information and concepts
about maintaining hand tools and other drafting tools.
As you embark on this journey, the activities you have engaged in this lesson
would surely make you understand this learning module.
You may now continue to explore and understand more about it.

What’s More

You just have studied how to maintain hand tools,

drawing instruments, equipment, and paraphernalia. This
time around, you are tasked to use your understanding about
the lesson.
Let us try to check how much you already know and
understand about maintaining drafting tools. Try
accomplishing the given activity below.

Activity 2.3: Double-A (Analyze and Arrange)

Directions: Arrange the following steps in the maintenance of drafting tools by
numbering the following statements in the correct order. Write your
answers on your activity notebook.

Using a rubber band, roll up your drafting paper tightly.

Using the eraser, clean the drafting paper until the black smudge
disappears.
Keep the drafting brush and rulers into the pouch.
Put all the drafting tools that you used out on a table and separate them
into piles of like items.
Wind the compass down until it is straight (versus at an angle, making a
triangle shape) if you want to store it in the organizer tray.
Spray the liquid cleaner to the cloth and wipe off all residues to the drafting
tools used.
Put a dry cleaning cloth in the pouch, placed over the stencils, to help keep
them clean.
Run your hands through your drafting brush to remove any loose debris
and wipe it with the cleaning cloth to remove any residue left on the handle.
Create holding flaps in ascending order so the stencils can be layered and
easy to see and access when needed.
Put the pens and markers into the long slots of the organizer tray.

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 Great! Do you think you performed well? Well, here is another activity that
will surely test your mind. Let us see if you can understand what the lesson is all
about.

Activity 2.4. Fill the Boxes

Directions: Complete the table by writing the function, precautions, and
maintenance of the following drafting tools. Accomplish this task in
your activity notebook.

Name of Drafting
Function Maintenance Pre-Cautions
Tools
Pencil
T-square, triangle
and French curve
Ruler and scale
Speedball pen and
lettering pen
Pen holder
Divider and
compass
Ruling pen
Drawing paper
Masking tape or
scotch tape,
eraser, and
erasing shield
Drawing board
and drawing table

Great! How was the activity? Were you able to answer all the
columns in the table above? If all your answers are correct, excellent!
This means that you already understand the topics presented in this
module. You may still continue studying the module to review what you
already know. Who knows? You might become a good draftsman in the
near future.
If you got a low score, don’t be sad. This only goes to show that
this module is for you. It will help you understand the information
needed in maintaining drafting tools which you might need in your daily
life.

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 What I Have Learned

Congratulations on making this far! You have almost reached the final part of
the module. All you need to do is take the remaining activities. This will determine
how much you have learned from the module. Do your best and let’s see if you can
remember all that you learned by reading this module.

Activity 2.5: WRITE or WRONG

Directions: Below is the procedures and precautions of maintaining hand tools,

drawing instruments, equipment, and paraphernalia. Write C if the
statement is correct, and W if wrong then writes the appropriate word or
group of words to make the sentence correct. Do this activity in your
activity notebook.

1. Keep your pencil points sharp at all times.

2. Always store tools in a dry, clean, and safe place.
3. You can use the T-square as a guide in cutting paper.
4. Sharpen your pencil on top of your workplace.
5. Wipe the top of your drawing board before starting to work.
6. Avoid unnecessary sliding of the T-square or triangles across the drawing.
7. The T-square is preferably hung when not in use.
8. Immediately report defective measuring tools and hazards to the principal.
9. After using a tool, clean it thoroughly with a damp cloth.
10. Be sure to check and clean tools before using them.

Have you answered all the items correctly?

If you got all the correct answers, that’s very good!
That means you learned a lot. However, if you made some
mistakes, don’t worry because there are a lot of rooms for
improvement. Just review the parts of the module that you
did not understand very well.

Now, this is the right time for you to think back, reflect
and write what you have learned about performing safety
procedures in maintaining hand tools, drawing instruments,
equipment, and paraphernalia
Let your learnings be expressed on the Learning Wall.
Write your reflection on your activity notebook.

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What I Can Do

Now you have reached the end of the module!

Congratulations! I hope you enjoyed reading it and you learned
much on reading concepts about maintaining hand tools,
drawing instruments, equipment and paraphernalia.

Let’s see if you can remember all that you learned by

reading this module. Do the following activity.

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Activity 2.6: Suggest to Express
Directions: Go over the following situations stated below. In 3-5 sentences, give
your responses based on your understanding of how to maintain hand
tools, drawing instruments, equipment, and paraphernalia. Write your
answers on your activity notebook.

Jose used the edge of triangle/T-

square as a guide in cutting a paper
with knife or cutter. Do you think Jose
used the correct drafting material?
Explain your answer. ?
Jane wanted to keep their drawing
paper securely because she will bring
it to the school for their technical
drawing subject for the next day.
What do you think Jane should do? ?
You saw your classmate, Bryan
sharpening his pencil on top of his
workplace. He didn’t notice the
granite that taints his drafting paper.
What would you and tell to Bryan? ?
Since you are done with the activity, it’s time for you to focus on the essential
points of the lesson. This time, try to answer the assessment below and prove to us
that you learned and understood the lesson. Break a leg!

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 Assessment

Wow, it seems that you are enjoying answering the activities in this
module. A commendation for you!
Let us spend some time reviewing what you learned from this module.
Directions: Read each statement properly. Select the correct answer to the
following questions by writing the letters in your activity
notebook.
1. In technical drafting, what is the recommended activity before and after
working on a drawing?
a. observing safety precautions
b. demonstration of the lesson or activity
c. general cleaning and maintenance procedure for drafting tools and
equipment
d. all of the above
2. How do you secure the drafting paper into a drafting tube for storage?
a. By folding in a half portion of a drawing paper
b. By folding the drafting paper in a smaller size
c. By rolling up into a tight roll with a rubber band at each end.
d. Through inserting the drafting paper inside the folder and then fold
it again
3. Where must the drafting brush, rulers, compass, and other drawing tools
be kept?
a. file case
b. shoebox
c. backpack
d. carrying pouch
4. In which of the following should the quality and durability of drafting tools
and instruments be emphasized?
a. sizes
b. prices
c. texture
d. brand names
5. It is a lifelong investment and the draftsman’s best friend. Which of the
following best defines the given statement?
a. good tool
b. shop room
c. masterpiece
d. drafting materials

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6. Which of the following is subjected to different levels of abuse while in use?
a. shop room
b. brand names
c. drafting materials
d. hand tools and equipment
7. Which of the following is NOT a cause of common malfunctions of drawing
tools, equipment, and paraphernalia?
a. Unobserved safety reminders while drawing.
b. Incorrect use of any piece of drawing instruments.
c. Improper Handling of Drafting Tools & Equipment and
paraphernalia.
d. Lack of proper care, inspection, and maintenance of the tools and
equipment.
8. How can you avoid T-square or triangle to be the cause of dirt in your
drawing?
a. By pulling or pushing the triangle and the T-square sideward on your
drawing while in use
b. By sliding the triangle and the T-square forward or backward on your
drawing while in use
c. By picking up the triangle by their tips and tilt the T-square blade
upward slightly before moving
d. All of the above
9. What is the term used to describe traditional pencil or ink drafting?
a. manual drafting
b. technical drafting
c. mechanical drawing
d. orthographic drawing
10. Which following statements is NOT a safety reminder while drawing?
a. using triangles in drawing vertical & inclined lines
b. assuring to keep your hands and instruments clean
c. not sharpening pencil over your board while working
d. avoiding eating sticky and wet food while drawing

Did you enjoy answering the test? Check your answers by

referring to the Answer Key at the last page of this module.

8-10 Great! You learned a lot from the module. You can now
proceed to the next module.
5-7 Study again the parts of the module which you didn’t
understand very well.
Additional Activities
0-4 You need to study the whole module again.

Congratulations! You have reached the end of this module. At this

point, as the cliché goes, the process of learning is never-ending.

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 Additional Activities

You proved that you can be better than you think. Here is another
opportunity to enrich your learning about this module

Activity 2.7: Draft and Draw

Create a poster showing pictures or drawings of a person who properly uses

and maintains different hand tools, drawing instruments, equipment, and
paraphernalia.

Remember, the activity you are going to accomplish is guided by a rubric.

Rubrics In Assessing The Performance and Output

Name:____________________ Date: ______________

Grade & Section: _________

Poster Making
Criteria Percentage 5 4 3 2 1 Average
Proper use of materials, &
handling of tools and 20%
equipment
Neatness/ Appearance 25%
Skills and Knowledge of work 25%
Speed 15%
Work ethics 15%
Total 100%

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 Criteria 5 4 3 2 1
1-2 3-4 Most of the
Proper use All materials & materials & materials &
of No attempt to
materials & tools are tools are tools are
work or
materials, & tools are improperly improperly improperly
incomplete
handling of properly handled handled handled
work
tools and handled and not and not and not
performance
equipment and used. properly properly properly
used. used. used.
Posters are Posters are
Posters are
made made Posters are Posters are
made
Neatness/ perfectly
beautiful
slightly made for not yet
appearance beautiful beautiful compliance. finished.
and neat.
and neat. and neat.
Learners Learners Learners
Learners performed performed did not
performed the task the task attempt to
Skills and Learners did
the task completely completed work but
Knowledge completely with with most of they were
not attempt to
of work do the job.
based on minimal the ideas not able to
their idea. ideas from from the finish the
the teacher. teacher. job.
Learners Learners Learners
Learners
completed completed completed Learners did
completed
the task the task the task the not complete/
the task
Speed within the after the day after submit the
safely ahead
allotted allotted the allotted output.
of time.
time. time. time.
Learners Learners
Learners
finished the finished the Learners
finished the Learners did
task task did not
Work ethics without completed
task with
finish the
not attempt to
more do the task.
destruction with some task.
destruction.
/ damage. destruction.

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What’s In Assessment
Word/s Hunt Multiple Choice
Drawing paper 1. C
Triangles 2. C
T-square 3. B
Ruler 4. B
Scale 5. A
Compass 6. D
Divider 7. B
Protractor 8. C
Drawing table 9. A
Eraser 10. A
Pencil
What I Have Learned What’s More What’s new
Modified True or False Activity 1: Sequencing Write it Right
1. C 1. 5 1. Do’s
2. C 2. 3 2. Don’ts
3. W- Steel rule 3. 10 3. Do’s
4. W- Away 4. 1 4. Don’ts
5. C 5. 7 5. Don’ts
6. C 6. 2 6. Don’ts
7. C 7. 9 7. Do’s
8. W- Teacher 8. 4 8. Do’s
9. C 9. 8 9. Do’s
10. W- After 10. 6 10. Don’ts
Activity 2: Write or wrong
Refer to “What is it” section
Answer Key
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