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Prepare Hand Tools
(Check appropriate hand tools for proper operation
and mark unsafe or faulty tools for repair
according to standard)

Learner’s Module in TLE

Computer System Servicing
Quarter 3 Module 2

ALTEA E. RAMOS
Developer

Department of Education. Cordillera Administrative Region

 Republic of the Philippines
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Cordillera Administrative Region
Wangal, La Trinidad, Benguet

Published by:
Learning Resource Management and Development System

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2020

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 PREFACE
This module is a project of the Curriculum Implementation Division particularly
the Learning Resource Management and Development Unit, Department of
Education, Schools Division of CAR which is in response to the implementation of
the K to 12 Curriculum.

This Learning Material is a property of the Department of Education- CID,

Schools Division of CAR. It aims to improve students’ performance specifically in
Technical Drafting.

Date of Development : February 2021

Resource Location : DepEd Schools Division of Baguio City
Grade Level :9
Learning Resource Type : Module
Language : English
Quarter/Week : Quarter 3/ Week 2
Learning Competency/ Code : TLE_IACSS9- 12UHT-IIIb-18
LO 2. Prepare Hand Tools
2.1 Check appropriate hand tools for proper
operation and safety.
2.2 Identify and mark unsafe or faulty tools
for repair according to standard company
procedure

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 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The developer wishes to express her gratitude to those who helped in the
development of this learning material. The fulfillment of this learning material would
not be possible without these people who gave their support, helping hand and
cooperation:

To my husband Sonny Fredo, and to our children Reilly Gerswin and Gavriel
Lanz, thank you for your moral and technical support in the crafting of this learning
module. To my colleagues in the TLE Department of the Baguio City National High
School, for sharing your knowledge and expertise in the development of this learning
resource. Lastly, to the office of Department of Education, Division of Baguio City, for
giving the opportunity for us to discover our skills as module writers.
.
Above all, I give thanks to our Almighty God for His abundant blessings and
for guiding my thoughts amidst the threat / danger brought by COVID 19 during the
development of this module which aims to help our learners grow to be responsible
citizens.

Development Team
Author: Altea E. Ramos
Layout Artist: Altea E. Ramos
Illustrator: Jerichko Bauer L. Laroco
Language Editor: Vanessa Abubo

School Learning Resources Management Committee

Brenda M. Cariño School Principal
Cristopher C. Danglosr Subject/ Learning Area Specialist
Sherwin Fernando School LR Coordinator

Quality Assurance Team

Mary Jane N. Malihod EPS – TLE
Virginia Alindayo PSDS – BCNHS District

Learning Resource Management Section Staff

Loida C. Mangangey EPS – LRMDS
Christopher David G. Oliva Project Development Officer II – LRMDS
Priscilla A. Dis-iw Librarian II
Lily B. Mabalot Librarian I
Ariel Botacion Admin. Assistant

CONSULTANTS

JULIET C. SANNAD, EdD

Chief Education Supervisor – CID

CHRISTOPHER C. BENIGNO
Asst. Schools Division Superintendent

MARIE CAROLYN B. VERANO, CESO V

Schools Division Superintendent

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

Pages
Copyright Notice ...................................................................................................... ii
Preface................................................................................................................... iii
Acknowledgement .................................................................................................. iv
Table of Contents ....................................................................................................v
What I Need to Know ............................................................................................. 3
What I Know ........................................................................................................... 4
What’s In ................................................................................................................ 5
What’s New ............................................................................................................ 6
What Is It ................................................................................................................ 7
What’s More ......................................................................................................... 10
What I Have Learned ........................................................................................... 11
What I Can Do...................................................................................................... 11
Assessment ......................................................................................................... 13
Additional Activities .............................................................................................. 14
Answer Key .......................................................................................................... 15
REFERENCES ..................................................................................................... 16

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Prepare Hand Tools
(Check appropriate hand tools for proper operation
and mark unsafe or faulty tools for repair
according to standard)

Learner’s Module in TLE

Computer System Servicing

Quarter 3 Module 2

ALTEA E. RAMOS
Developer

Department of Education. Cordillera Administrative Region

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Introduction
For the facilitator:
This learning module is created for the learner. Parents/guardian/elder
siblings kindly render time in monitoring and seeing the progress of learning. Please
facilitate the module and let the learner comply with independent learning as much
as possible. The module contains Pre-assessment, lesson proper and activities that
will lead to the understanding of the lessons.
For the learner:
This module is designed for an independent learner. The first part of this
module is pre assessment test, Lesson Proper, Generalization, application and post
assessment. Kindly follow the stages of this module, do not skip the stages of the
module unless it is stated in the direction.
Now, here is an outline of the different parts of your learning module. The
descriptions will guide you on what to expect on each part of the module.

ICON LABEL DETAIL

What I need to This contains the learning objectives which
know you need to accomplish.
What I know This evaluates what you know about the
lesson you are to learn.

What’s In This connects the current lesson with a

topic necessary in your understanding.

What’s New This introduces the lesson through an

activity.

What’s Is It This contains a brief discussion of the

learning module lesson.

What’s More These are activities to check your

understanding of the lesson.
What I have This summarizes the important ideas
Learned presented in the lesson.
What I Can Do This is a real-life application of what you
have learned.
Assessment This is a post assessment of what you have
learned.
Additional Activities This is an activity that will strengthen your
knowledge about the lesson.

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 What I Need to Know

This module was designed and written with you in mind. The scope of this
module permits it to be used in many different learning situations. The language
used recognizes the diverse vocabulary level of students. The lessons are arranged
to follow the standard sequence of the course, but the order in which you read them
can be changed to correspond with the textbook you are now using.

After going through this module, you are expected to:

1. identify different hand tools and their proper use;
2. classify and mark unsafe and faulty tools for repair or replacement;
3. distinguish appropriate hand tools according to job requirements;
4. enhance and fine-tune a future technician’s ability to listen
communicate in both written and oral forms; and,
5. display interest in learning new things and teamwork.

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 What I Know

MODIFIED TRUE OR FALSE

Directions: Indicate whether the statement is True or False. If false, copy the underline word
that made it incorrect and then write the necessary corrections. Write your answers on a
separate sheet of paper.
____1. Always inspect tools for defects before use.
____2. Anti-static wrist strap should be worn on the wrist of the dominant hand with
the other end connected to a ground.
____3. Apply excessive force or pressure on tools.
____4. Make sure the other end of the anti-static wrist strap is connected to a
ground.
____5. When you are repairing a laptop, antistatic mat can be used instead of an
antistatic wrist strap.
____6. Use the proper type and size of screwdriver by matching it to the screw.
____7. Do not overtighten screws because the threads may become stripped.
____8. Use mild cleaning solution and any cloth to clean computer cases, outside of
monitor or LCD screen.
____9. Before cleaning any device, turn it off and plug the device from the power
source.
____10. Choose pliers or wire cutters that have a grip span of 6 cm - 9 cm.
____11. Using a chisel as a screwdriver or a screwdriver as a chisel may cause the
tip of the tool to break and fly off, hitting the user or another person.
____12. Each tool should be examined after use, and damaged or defective tools are
not to be used.
____13. When using the compressed air, never point it at yourself or another person.
____14. In using the wire cutter, wear safety glasses or goggles, or a face shield.
____15. Technicians should roll down their sleeves, remove scarves or ties, and tuck
in shirts to prevent interference from clothing.

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 What’s In

Directions: Identify the different hardware tools used in computer system servicing. Choose
and draw your answers by following the legends below. Write your answers on a separate sheet
of paper.

Cable
Needle ties
nose plier
Part
retriever
Torx
Tweezers screwdriver Lint-free
cloth
LAN tester Anti-static
Flashlight wrist strap Wire
stripper

____1. It is a hand tool is used to strip and cut wires?

____2. It is a device designed to measure and test existing LAN connection.
____3. It is a hand tool used to hold small parts.
____4. It is a hand tool is used to retrieve parts from locations that are too small for your
hand to fit.
____5. It is a hand tool used to manipulate small parts.
____6. It is a cleaning tool used to clean different computer components without
scratching or leaving debris.
____7. It is a hand tool used to light up areas that you cannot see well.
____8. It is a safety gear that helps you prevent the buildup of static electricity near
sensitive electronics or other projects where static charge could damage
electronics or cause safety issues.
____9. It is a cleaning tool used to bundle cables neatly inside and outside of a computer.
____10. It is a hand tool used to tighten or loosen screws that have a star-like depression
on the top.

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 What’s New

PERFECT JOB

Directions: Select the tools needed for a specific job or purpose. You are
going to see alist of jobs and work situations. Write what tools you will need
and identify the family they belong to. Write your answers on a separate sheet
of paper

Scenario Tools I Need Family

1. You are going to do some
seafood cooking and set up
the table to eat the dishes.
What tools do you need?
toolsthey
belong
_____________________
_____________________
_____________________
_____________________

2. Your TLE teacher asks _____________________

you to build a small wood _____________________
box. What tools do you need? _____________________
_____________________

3. You noticed that your _____________________

system unit is producing a _____________________
beeping sound and you want _____________________
to open it to check, what tools
do you need?

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 Checking appropriate hand tools for
Lesson 2
proper operation and mark unsafe or
faulty tools for repair according to
standard

What Is It

Selecting the best tool for each task requires training in the proper use of the tools,
field experience in their safe use, and following the manufacturer’s guidance and
instructions for that specific tool.
Improper use of hand tools is the reason for hand tools-related accidents and
injuries. Below are the different hand tools and their proper use.
1. ESD TOOLS

a. Anti-static wrist strap should be worn

on the wrist of the non-dominant
hand with the other end connected to
a ground. Example of the ground, the
computer case, table or work bench.

b. Wearing the anti-static wrist strap on

your dominant hand may cause
obstructions.

c. Make sure the other end of the anti-

static wrist strap is connected to a
ground.

Tech Tip

Technicians should roll up their sleeves,

remove scarves or ties, and tuck in shirts
to prevent interference from clothing.
Ensure that earrings, necklaces, and other
loose jewelry are properly secured.

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 d. Antistatic gloves can be used instead
of an antistatic wrist strap. Laptops
frequently do not have good places
to attach a wrist strap, and in such a
case, antistatic gloves work better.

2. HAND TOOLS
a. Always match the screwdriver to the
screw head, both in terms of size
and type. Grip the handle with one
hand and grip the tip of the
screwdriver, near the screw, with the
other. Apply force and twist until the
screw catches a grip, then ensure it
goes in straight.

b. Keep the screwdriver handle clean. A greasy handle could cause an injury
or damage from unexpected slippage.

c. Do not use a hand tool if the handle surface has cracks or splits.

d. Using the wrong tool can be dangerous. Using a chisel as a screwdriver or

a screwdriver as a chisel may cause the tip of the tool to break and fly off,
hitting the user or another person. Only use tools for their designated
purpose.

e. In using the wire cutter, wear safety

glasses or goggles, or a face shield
(with safety glasses or goggles)
whenever there is a potential hazard
from flying particles, pieces of wire,
etc.

f. Cut at right angles. Never rock the

cutting tool from side to side or bend
wire back and forth against the
cutting edges.

g. Choose pliers or wire cutters that

have a grip span of 6 cm - 9 cm (2
1/2 - 3 1/2 in.) to prevent your palm
or fingers from being pinched when

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 the tools are closed. Use adjustable
pliers that allow you to grip the
workpiece firmly while maintaining a
comfortable handgrip (i.e., hand
grasp is not too wide).

h. Inspect tools for defects before use.

Replace or repair defective tools.

i. Do not apply excessive force or

pressure on tools.

3. CLEANING TOOLS
a. When using the compressed air, never point it at yourself or another person.
b. Try to get into the habit of checking your air compressor for signs of
damage before each use. If a technician happens to push a forklift over the
line, it could result in a major air leak. When you turn the air compressor on,
the air will likely shoot out through the hole rather than the nozzle.
c. Use the compressed air to clean the heat sink.
d. Use mild cleaning solution and lint-free cloth to clean computer cases,
outside of monitor or LCD screen.

Tech Tip
Caution
When using compressed air to clean inside
the computer, blow the air around the Before cleaning any device, turn it
components with a minimum distance of 4 off and unplug the device from
in. (10 cm) from the nozzle. Clean the the power source.
power supply and the fan from the back of
the case.

Remember:
1. All tools should be kept in good condition with regular maintenance.
2. The right tool should be used for the job.
3. Each tool should be examined before use, and damaged or defective tools
are not to be used.

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 What’s More

MATCHING TYPE
Directions: Link each tool with itsproper use and/or with the advice about how to
use it. Write your answers on your answer sheet.
TOOLS ADVICE
____1. Anti-static Wrist Strap A. Match each screw with the
proper screwdriver.
____2. Wire stripper B. You can use this tool to make
the cable neatly outside of a
computer.
____3. Screwdriver C. Cut at right angles. Never rock
the cutting tool from side to side
or bend the wire back and forth
against the cutting edges
____4. Compressed air D. Make sure no current is running
through the circuit or component
you want to test
____5. Anti-static gloves E. Attach the wire on the same side
of the equipment as the arm
wearing the antistatic wrist strap.
____6. Cable ties F. Organize your tools,holds
screws and other small parts to
prevent them from getting mixed
together.
____7. Soft -clean tool G. Using this tool will help you
protect your valuable computer
equipment from dangerous static
electricity.
____8. Digital Multi-Meter Tester H. This tool will help you clean your
computer.
____9. Parts Organizer I. This tool can be used instead of
an anti-static wrist strap.
____10. Anti-static Mat J. Blow the air around the
components with a minimum
distance of 4 in. (10 cm) from the
nozzle.

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 What I Have Learned

Complete Me
Directions: Generalize your learning from this module by completing the statement
below. Write your answers on a separate sheet of paper.

From this module I have learned that

Improper use of hand tools are the 1 _____ for hand tools-related 2________
and 3 . Anti-static wrist strap should be worn on the wrist of the
_4_________hand with the other end connected to a _5 __ . I will
_6_________tools for ___7______ before use. 8______ or 9_______ defective
tools. All tools should be kept in 10________ condition with regular maintenance.

What I Can Do

PLAY-ACTING SITUATIONS
Objective of the performance activity: To enhance and fine-tune a future
technician’s ability to listen, communicate in both written and oral forms, and support
people who use computers in a professional manner.

Directions: Write your conversations on your answer sheets or record your

conversations.

1. Refine your customer skills by play-acting situations with your family. It can be
your siblings or relatives. You can communicate through a video call, use
online platform or through text messaging. Record your conversions or jot
down your conversions. One will take the role of the technician and the other
should take the role of the customer. Instead of asking “Did you do
_________?” ask questions about proper use of hand tools. “When did you do
_________?” “What happened? When you did ________?” or “When did you
first notice _______?” Rate each other, using positive words. You can give
negative feedback but do it in a positive manner. For example, if the person
spoke in a low tone, but the words were good, you might give the following

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 feedback: “Your explanation was very good, but I had a hard time hearing
you. You might want to speak up just a bit louder.”

PERFORMANCE RUBRICS
CRITERIA 10 8 5 3
Asking Asked a Asked a limited Posed one No questions
questions number of number of question during asked
appropriate questions the
questions throughout the conversation.
throughout the conversation.
conversation.
Identify and Identified and Identified the Some attempt Unable to
respond acknowledged majority of the to identify identify and
different different viewpoints different points. respond to
points of view points of view expressed with of view. Some different points
throughout the appropriate appropriate of view.
conversation responses responses to
and responded for the most others opinions.
appropriately to part.
them.
Follow peer No evidence of Limited Appeared to Involved in the
discussion following the evidence that follow the conversation,
content of the conversation for following peer
the conversation the most part. discussion and
conversation. was responding
being followed. appropriately.
Teamwork Always listens Generally, Usually does Often argues
to others and listens to others' much of the with
their ideas; points of view; talking; does teammates;
helps them always uses not pay much doesn't let
develop their appropriate and attention when anyone else
ideas while respectful others talk, and talk; occasional
giving them full language; tries often assumes personal
credit; always to make a their ideas will attacks and
helps the team definite effort to not work; no "put-downs";
reach a fair understand personal wants to have
decision. others' ideas attacks and put- things done his
downs but way and does
sometimes not listen to
patronizing; alternate
when others get approaches
through to him,
works
reasonably well
with them
Time Output is Output is Output is Submit output
Management submitted on submitted after submitted one 2weeks or more
before the given the given time week after the after the given
time given time time
SCORE
TOTAL SCORE

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 Assessment

MODIFIED TRUE OR FALSE

Directions: Indicate whether the statement is True or False. If false, copy the
underline word that made it incorrect and then write the necessary corrections. Write
your answers in a separate sheet of paper.

____1. Anti-static wrist strap should be worn on the wrist of the dominant hand
with the other end connected to a ground.
____2. Choose pliers or wire cutters that have a grip span of 6 cm - 9 cm.
____3. Use mild cleaning solution and any cloth to clean computer cases,
outside of monitor or LCD screen.
____4. Each tool should be examined after use, and damaged or defective tools
are not to be used.
____5. Do not over tighten screws because the threads may become stripped.
____6. When you are repairing a laptop, antistatic mat can be used instead of
an antistatic wrist strap.
____7. Use the proper type and size of screwdriver by matching it to the screw.
____8. Make sure the other end of the anti-static wrist strap is connected to a
ground.
____9. When using the compressed air, never point it at yourself or another
person.
____10. Apply excessive force or pressure on tools.
____11. Technicians should roll down their sleeves, remove scarves or ties, and
tuck in shirts to prevent interference from clothing.
____12. Before cleaning any device, turn it off and plug the device from the power
source.
____13. Using a chisel as a screwdriver or a screwdriver as a chisel may cause
the tip of the tool to break and fly off, hitting the user or another person.
____14. Always inspect tools for defects before use.
____15. In using the wire cutter, wear safety glasses or goggles, or a face shield.

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 Additional Activity

Faulty Tools
Directions: You are a computer laboratory custodian. You notice that a number of
hand tools in the laboratory need be to cleaned, replaced or repaired. Draft a
recommendation letter addressed to your supply officer for cleaning, replacing and
repairing of the hand tools. Write your recommendation letter on a separate sheet of
paper.
Performance Rubrics
CRITERIA Excellent -10 Very Good- 8 Good- 5 Needs
Improvement-3
Format Format is correct, One of the Two of the Three of the
including your following parts is following parts following parts
address, date, incorrectly are incorrectly are incorrectly
inside address, formatted: your formatted: your formatted: your
salutation, body, address, date, address, date, address, date,
closing, and inside address, inside address, inside address,
signature. salutation, body, salutation, body, salutation, body,
closing, and closing, and closing, and
signature. signature. signature.
Content Body includes at Missing one Missing two Missing three or
least three complete component from components from more
paragraphs. A clear the following: at the following: at components from
purpose is clearly least three least three the following: at
stated and complete complete least three
conveyed to the paragraphs, clearly paragraphs, complete
reader. stated purpose clearly stated paragraphs,
purpose clearly stated
purpose
Grammar Grammar and Grammar and/or Several errors in Many errors in
and Spelling spelling are correct. spelling errors are grammar and/or grammar and/or
minimal (<2 errors). spelling (>2 spelling (>4
errors). errors).
Language The language is One word is not Two words are More than three
appropriate for the appropriate for the not appropriate words are not
audience. audience. for the audience. appropriate for
the audience.
Conciseness The letter is free of The letter contains The letter The letter
redundant and/or no more than two contains more contains so much
superfluous cases of redundant than two cases redundant and/or
wording. and/or superfluous of redundant superfluous
wording. and/or information that
superfluous the message is
wording, but they weakened.
do not distract
from the
message
SCORE
TOTAL SCORE

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Answer Key

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