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Quarter 1 – Module 2
Technology and Livelihood Education – Grade 7/8
Alternative Delivery Mode
Quarter 1 – Module 2: Exploratory Course Computer Systems Servicing
First Edition, 2020

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Editors: Mela Nimfa D. Catacutan
Ricmarl B. Santos
Rowena A. Arcega
Carina A. Ortiz Luis, PhD.
Belen A. Ogatis, PhD
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Introductory Message
For the facilitator:

Welcome to Technology and Livelihood Education Grade 7 and 8 Alternative Delivery

Mode (ADM) Module on Computer Systems Servicing!

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 and 8 Alternative Delivery
Mode (ADM) Module on Computer Systems Servicing!

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:

This gives you an idea of the skills or

What I Need to Know competencies you are expected to learn in the
module.
This part includes an activity that aims to
What I Know 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.
This is a brief drill or review which helps you
What’s In link the current lesson with the previous one.

In this portion, the new lesson is introduced

What’s New to you in various ways such as a story, a
song, a poem, a problem opener, an activity,
or a situation.
This section provides a brief discussion of the
What is It lesson. This aims to help you discover and
understand new concepts and skills.
This comprises activities for independent
What’s More 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.
This includes questions or blank
What I Have Learned sentences/paragraphs to be filled into the
process of what you learned from the lesson.
This section provides an activity that will help
What I Can Do you transfer your new knowledge or skill to
real-life situations or concerns.

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 This is a task that aims to evaluate your level
Assessment of mastery in achieving the learning
competency.
In this portion, another activity is given to
Additional Activities you to enrich your knowledge or skill of the
lesson learned. This also tends to the
retention of learned concepts.
This contains answers to all activities in the
Answer Key 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. Do not forget to answer What I Know before moving on to the other activities
included in the module.
3. Read the instructions 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 one.
6. Return this module to your teacher/facilitator once you are through with it.
If you encounter any difficulties 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 is designed and written with you in mind. It is here to help you master the
nature of Computer Systems Servicing. 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.

The module is divided into three lessons, namely:

● LO 1 – Plan and prepare for the task to be undertaken
● LO 2 – Input the data into the computer
● LO 3 – Access information using a computer

After going through this module, you are expected to:

1. select appropriate hardware and software according to the task assigned and
required outcome.
2. enter the data into the computer using appropriate programs/applications.
3. access program/application containing the information required according to
company procedures, and
4. apply ergonomic guidelines in working with data.

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 What I Know
Multiple Choice
Directions: Choose the letters only of the best answer and write them on a separate
sheet of paper.

1. It is a computer memory that connects directly to the CPU.

A. Expansion Slot C. Read-Only Memory
B. Random-access memory D. Video Card
2. Which of the following hardware components is used to allow the user to input
texts, numbers, special characters, and other functions?
A. Gamepad C. Mouse
B. Keyboard D. Scanner
3. Modern computers require speakers to appreciate movies, music, graphic
presentation, and even computer alerts. To which hardware component does the
speaker belong?
A. Input Devices C. Peripheral Device
B. Output Device D. Processing Device
4. If you are to create a typewritten report or document, which of the following
applications will you use?
A. Internet Explorer C. MS PowerPoint
B. MS Excel D. MS Word
5. Applying Occupation Health and Safety involves the following procedures
EXCEPT;
A. Always switch off the power of the computer and unplug it before working
on it.
B. Do not work alone so that there is someone who takes care of you in case
of an emergency.
C. Plug-in the computer system while working with computer parts.
D. Take away any liquid near your working area to avoid getting electrocuted
or accidentally damaging computer parts.

Lesson
Performing Computer
2 Operations
Computer system servicing jobs nowadays require skills to make them
specialized in the different tasks needed to acquire National Certificate II, thus making
a person considered a professional. Having passed the different competencies for a job
is away, too far to make up a profession.

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 What’s In

Matching Type.
Directions: Match Column A with Column B. Write the letters only of your answers
on a separate sheet of paper.
Column A Column B
1. Tool Maintenance A. Tools operated with an individual’s hand
2. Hand tools B. Appropriate tools essential in maintaining or
repairing computers.
3. Cleaning Tools C. A way to regularly calibrate tools for functionality
4. Diagnostic Tools D. used to prevent ESD damage to computer
5. Electro Discharge (ESD) E. tools used to test the functionality of computer
Tools

What’s New

Label the parts

Directions: Below are words to identify each computer part. Label each part
corresponding to the appropriate picture.

9
c
1 v

8
12 v
2 v

6
7 c
4 11
3 v 10v
v
v
5
c
Score: If you got
v
10 and above = excellent
(5pts)
Mouse Monitor Keyboard Graphic Tablet 7-9 = Very Good (4 pts)

Scanner joystick 4-6 = Good (3 pts)

Game pad microphone
1-3 = Fair (2pts)
Printer Scanner Web Camera Plotter 0 = Poor (1 pt. for the
effort)

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 What is It

A computer is an electronic device that performs tasks based on instructions

given by the user. The computer system works starting with the data entered by the
user, then the computer processes the data and produces the output. A computer
system is composed of hardware and software.

Basic Components of a Computer

Hardware – tangible or physical part that performs the various tasks of the computer

Input devices – used to enter data such as text, images or pictures, audio or sounds,
and video.
Examples of Input Devices:
● Keyboard ● Web Camera ● Microphone
● Mouse ● Gamepad ● Trackball
● Scanner ● Joystick

Output Devices – use to display and alter data in the computer

Examples of Output Devices
● Monitor ● Speaker
● Printer ● Headset

Processing - This is responsible for all primary functions of data management. The
processor requires components that support it with the management of data to operate.
● Motherboard ● Clock ● Power Supply
● Chip Set ● Battery ● Lan cards
● Data Bus ● Memory ● Video cards
● Address Bus ● Hard disk drive ● Ports and Wire
● Expansion slots ● Optical Drives

Software
These are instructions that tell the computer how it should do its work. They
process data into usable information.
Computer software can be classified into the following categories:
1. Operating System - is the basic software responsible for interacting with the
hardware. It helps the user to enter programs or data, store them in files, and
execute programs. Examples of Operating systems are Windows, UNIX, XENIX,
HP –UX and AIX, Apache, and Disk Operating System.

2. User Program- computer programming languages are FORTRAN, COBOL, BASIC,

C, C++, Java

3. Application Programs - Popular example of application software is the Microsoft

Office suite which includes word, excel, PowerPoint, Internet Explorer, and
Mozilla Firefox are examples of web browsers.

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 Pointer

Icons

Desktop

Start Button Taskbar

To start the program:

1. Click Start Menu (Window Logo)
2. Menu appears
3. Select Application/Program
(example
MS Word, MS PowerPoint,
Google Chrome)
4. Multi-Tasking is possible.
5. Use the Scrollbar to Move Up
and Down the Application
6. Minimize, maximize, and restore
the window
7. Close a Window – closes the
current window.
8. To explore your computer,
search file, and folder ICON on
your taskbar.

Input Data into Computer

Minimize, maximize,
restore

Title bar

Scroll bar

Menu: List of commands that appear at the top of

most windows: File, Home, Insert Design, Layout, Toolbar: set of buttons you can click on
References, Mailing, Review, View, and Help. to perform common tasks.

Work Area
Start menu

View bar
Search button Taskbar

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Let’s try it!
1. If you are using Windows 10, follow these steps to open Microsoft Word on your
computer.
⮚ From the taskbar, locate the Windows icon
⮚ Click the startup menu
⮚ Scroll up to find All Apps
⮚ Locate MS Word
⮚ Using your mouse, left-click MS Word Application
⮚ And wait till it opens the MS Word
2. Another way to open is to look for the search box and type MS Word.
3. Open, Move, Resize, Scroll, and Close windows.

Open, Copy, Move a File

When you create files and folders you may want to copy or move them to another
location. There are many ways to do this.

Copying a file

⮚ Locate the file or document you want to copy.

⮚ Click 1 time on the file. DO NOT open the file or document.
⮚ On the Menu Click the EDIT button.
⮚ Choose Copy. A dialog box will appear. Choose the place you wish to copy the
file/document.

Create Folders
Creating a folder is an easy way to organize your documents.
⮚ On the desktop, right-click to create a folder
⮚ Click New + Folder
⮚ Name your folder
⮚ Press enter

Find a Printer on a Network

You can send a document to be printed in any networked printer. You must
select the correct printer.

Share your file Files saved to your computer can be sent to a friend or a group of
individuals. Use the attached file to send a copy to your friend or a group of people
connected to you.

Ergonomics is the study of how a

person’s work environment and tools
affect the person. A person who designs
workspaces and tools that help people
do their jobs and use their tools
comfortably and safely is called
ergonomist. There are ergonomic
keyboard, mouse, desk, and chair to
help design a workplace.

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The Keyboard
The importance of learning keyboarding skill enables the user to the proper
placement of the keys. Each button is designed to control the different parts such as:
1. Function keys – represented by the most common F1 key. Each function key
provides instructions to the computer for a certain task.
2. Special keys are those we used the most like the delete key and backspace key.
3. Numeric keys – represented by numbers and special keys like (), @, &,%, and #.
4. Pointing keys – these are used to move from different directions
5. Lock keys – used rarely on documents
6. Numeric keypad – used to enter a number from 0 to 9-

What I Have Learned

Identification.
Directions: Identify the terms used for the following. Write your answers in your
notebook.
1. The physical and tangible part of the computer.
2. This includes applications like MS Office, programming languages, and operating
programs.
3. It is the study of how a person’s work environment and tools affect the person.
4. A graphical user interface is made up of icons for folders, files, and programs.
5. It is used to produce text, numbers, symbols, and function keys.

What’s More
Self-Check.
Directions: Check what you learned about performing computer operations. Supply the
needed data for input, process, and output components of your computer.
Tasks…
I can identify the difference between hardware and software
I can select appropriate hardware and software according to the task
assigned
I can enter the data into the computer using appropriate
programs/applications;
I can navigate from one program file to another
I can use the keyboard shortcut keys to perform commands

What I Can Do

Creating a Document.
Directions: Do the following instructions in creating a document using MS Word.
1. Open your MS Word Application.
2. Type your Motto in life. Use Font: Arial; Font Size: 30; Font: Bold Face; Center
Aligned.
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 3. Save your file as “Motto” in word format.
4. Print your file.
5. Add designs on your printed file using available recycled materials found at
home.
6. Take a photo and share it with your classmates.
Rubrics:
Criteria Excellent Satisfactory Average Poor Not at
5 4 3 2 All 1
Did the student follow all the instructions?
Did the student present creativity in printed output?
Did the student provide appropriate content and
craftsmanship in the typewritten document?
Did the student show resourcefulness in using
available recycled materials?
Total

Assessment

Multiple Choice
Directions: Choose the letters only of the best answers and write them in a separate
sheet of paper.
1. It is a computer memory that connects directly to the CPU.
A. Expansion Slot C. Read-Only Memory
B. Random-access memory D. Video Card
2. Which of the following hardware components is used to allow the user to input texts,
numbers, special characters, and other functions?
A. gamepad B. Keyboard C. Mouse D. scanner
3. Modern computers require speakers to appreciate movies, music, graphic
presentation, and even computer alerts. To which hardware component does the
speaker belong?
A. Input devises B. Output Device C. Output Device D. Processing device
4. If you are to create a typewritten report or document, which of the following
applications will you use?
A. Internet Explorer C. MS PowerPoint
B. MS Excel D. MS Word
5. Applying Occupation Health and Safety involves the following procedures EXCEPT
A. Always switch off the power of the computer and unplug the computer before
working.
B. Do not work alone so that there is someone who takes care of you in case of an
emergency.
C. Plug-in computer system while working with computer parts.
D. Take away any liquid near your working area to avoid getting electrocuted or
accidentally damaging computer parts.

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 Additional Activities

Practice Typing.
Directions: Using your web browser, practice your keyboarding skills for one week and
record your speed and accuracy. Submit your results to your teacher.
a. https://www.typingtest.com/
b. https://www.typing.com/student/tests

Answer Key

Keyboard
C Environment C
D Windows D
B Ergonomics B
B Software B
B Hardware B
Assessment What's More What I Know

References
1. R. Carter, The Information Technology Handbook, Heinemann Professional
Publishing Ltd, London, 1987.
2. P. Scharf and J. C. McNichols, Understanding the Computer Age, Hayden Book
Company, New Jersey, 1994.

3. Microsoft→ Encarta→ Encyclopedia 2000 CD- ROM, India Edition, 2000.

4. K to 12 Basic Education Curriculum Technology and Livelihood Education.
Learning Module. Computer Hardware Servicing. Exploratory Course.

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 5. Understanding PC Hardware PC Assembly, Upgrade and Repair. Jemma
Development Group. Jemma, Inc. 2019
6. Keyboarding Strategies Guide, NBEA

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