LIA PROJECT for Computer Environments

Project on Designing a Customized PC

Customize four PCs following the characteristics below:

 1) CAD/CAM (computer-aided design/ computer-aided manufacturing) workstation
 2) Audio and video editing workstation
 3) Gaming PC
 4) Home Theater PC

Work as the lowest budget as possible for every set.

You will have the labs to work on this project and the deadline to submit is at the last day of classes.

Design a customized PC.

- Breaking down the technical requirements of a specific high-end workstation.
- Research for the characteristics of each computer component and software.
- Analyze and study the compatibility of all components and compare the best quality/price ratio
from different vendors.

Cooperate on the final design of the customized computer to meet the requirements of the end-user
workstation while guaranteeing the best performance of the system within a budget.
Students will consider the options they have along with the research findings, they will analyze these
using specific criteria, then they will draw conclusions and judgments (actions) to select and
interconnect hardware components to create computers that meet functional performance and cost
goals.
Some important principles to keep in mind when customizing a system to meet customer needs:
- Meet applications requirements.
- Balance functionality and budget.
- Consider hardware compatibility.

Balancing functionality and budget, the project will require students to:
1. Evaluate and select hardware such as:
 Power supply, case, motherboard with the same form factor
 Processor (CPU) and chipset
 Graphics card suitable for the requirements
 RAM memory
 Hard drive
 Monitor, keyboard, and mouse (input and output devices)

2. Evaluate and select software such as:

 An OS, and suitable application software for each setup

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Project Report Rubric

The written reports are evaluated according to the following rubric.

Components/ Does Not Meet Meets Expectations Exceeds Expectations

Weight Expectations (4-7 points) (8-10 points)
(1-3 points)
Context Fails to provide sufficient Provides adequate context Provides thorough context for
context for the for the information the information presented.
20% presented information. presented.
Content - Content is not accurate Content is accurate, but Content is thorough and
respect of or complete. Content does not explicit or covered in accurate. There is no
intention and not address or answer the much depth. The content redundancy or unnecessary
guidelines posed questions or follow answers the questions minutia. Shows ability to
the guidelines. adequately at best and summarize important points
50% follows the guidelines. of a large body of information.
The report has an appropriate
number of words.
Structure Paragraphs are poorly Paragraphs are usually All paragraphs are well-
organized; use of sections is well-organized; use of organized; use of sections is
10% illogical and hinders sections is logical and logical and allows easy
document navigation. generally allows easy navigation through the
navigation of the document.
document.
Formatting The document is formatted Formatting of the The formatting of the
poorly and lacks a quality document is generally document is professional and
10% cover page, headings, sub- consistent and adequate, includes a professional cover
headings, headers, and includes a good quality page, headings, subheadings,
and footers. cover page, headings, headers, and footer.
subheadings, headers,
and footer.
Mechanics Sentences are poorly Sentences are generally Sentences are well-written;
written; there are numerous well-written; there are a there are no incorrect
10% incorrect word choices and few incorrect word choices word choices, and the text is
errors in grammar, and errors in grammar, free of errors in grammar,
punctuation, and spelling. punctuation, and spelling. punctuation, and spelling.
Total 100%

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Oral Presentation Rubric
The oral presentation is evaluated according to the following rubric.
Components / Weight Does Not Meet Expectations
(1-3 points out of 10)
Organization Organization is haphazard;
listener can follow
10% presentation only with effort.
The arguments are not
clear.
Style Aspects of the presentation
are too elementary or too
10% sophisticated for the
audience. The presenter
seems uncomfortable and
can be heard only if the
listener is very attentive.
Much of the information is
read.
Use of Communication Communication aids are
Aids poorly prepared or used
inappropriately.
25% Font size is too small to read.
Too much information is
included.
Details or some unimportant
information is highlighted
and may confuse the
audience.
Accuracy of Content Enough errors are made to
distract a knowledgeable
25% listener. Some information is
accurate, but the listener
must determine what
information is reliable.
Grammar and Word Listeners can follow the
Choice presentation, but they are
distracted by some
10% grammatical errors and use
of slang. Some sentences are
halting, incomplete, or
vocabulary is limited or
inappropriate.
Verbal Interaction with Responds to questions
Audience inadequately.
10%
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Meets Expectations
(4-7 points out of 10)
The presentation is generally
clear and well organized. A
few minor points may be
confusing.
The level of presentation is
generally appropriate. The
pacing is sometimes too fast
or too slow. The presenter
seems slightly uncomfortable
at times, and the audience
occasionally has trouble
hearing him/her.
Communication aids
contribute to the quality of
the presentation.
Font size is mostly readable.
Appropriate information is
included.
Some material is not
supported by visual aids.
No significant errors are
made. Listeners recognize any
errors to be the result of
nervousness or oversight.
Sentences are complete and
grammatical for the most
part. They flow together
easily. With some exceptions,
words are well chosen and
precise.
Generally responsive to
audience questions and
needs. Misses some
opportunities for interaction.
Exceeds Expectations
(8-10 points out of 10)
The presentation is clear,
logical, and organized.
Listeners can follow line of
reasoning.
The level of presentation
is appropriate for the
audience. A presentation
is a planned conversation,
paced for audience
understanding. It is not a
reading of a paper. The
speaker is comfortable in
front of the group and can
be heard by all.
Communication aids
enhance presentation.
The font on the visuals is
readable.
Information is
represented and
organized to maximize
audience comprehension.
Details are minimized so
that the main points stand
out.
Information (names,
facts, etc.) included in the
presentation is
consistently accurate.
Sentences are complete
and grammatical. They
flow together easily.
Words are well chosen;
they express the intended
meaning precisely.
Consistently clarifies,
restates, and responds to
questions when
appropriate. Summarizes
when needed.
Components / Weight Does Not Meet Expectations Meets Expectations Exceeds Expectations
(1-3 points out of 10) (4-7 points out of 10) (8-10 points out of 10)

Absence of Bias (e.g., Oral language and/or body Oral language and body Both oral language and
sexism, racism, language includes some language are free from bias body language are free
heterosexism, agism) identifiable bias. with one or two minor from bias.
exceptions.
5%
Body language reveals a Body language reflects some Body language reflects
Body Language reluctance to interact with discomfort interacting with comfort interacting with
5% the audience. audience. audience.
Total 100%

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