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TLE – ICT Grade 7 and 8

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Quarter1 – Module 1: Hand Tools
First Edition, 2019

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Technology and
Livelihood
Education
Quarter 1– Module 1: Use of
Hand Tools and Equipment
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Introductory Message
For the facilitator

(This module is designed for learners to learn at home. It is composed of lessons in

use of hand tools and equipment. The flow of the lesson is designed for learners to
continue learning despite of difficulty in coming to school due to various factors that
impede attendance to physical classroom. Learners will be guided by their parents
and older siblings in reading and learning the different lessons in this module. Pre-
test, self-check exercises and post-test are included to test the knowledge of the
learners in each lesson before, during and after learning to be answered in a
separate sheet. Feedbacking shall be done online between you and the learners to
ensure the attainment of the objectives of this module.

For the learner:

This module is designed for you to learn at home in times of difficult situations that
will affect your attendance in class. It is composed of lessons in uses of hand tools
and equipment. You have to take the pre-test before moving to the different lessons in
this module. In each lesson, there are activities that will help you check your
learnings. After you have done learning this module, answer the post-test. Use a
separate sheet in answering the post-test, self-check and post-test.

The tests that you will answer will help you determine your knowledge before,
during and after learning the different lessons.

What I Need to Know

This module was designed and written with you in mind. It is here to help
you master the uses of hand tools and equipment. 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.

This module has four (4) lessons:

Lesson 1 - Hand tools in Computer Hardware Servicing
Lesson 2 – Equipment in Computer Hardware Servicing
Lesson 3 – Procedure in Accomplishing Forms
Lesson 4 – Requisition Procedures
After going through this module, you are expected to

1. Prepare hand tools and equipment for computer hardware servicing.

2. Inspect hand tools and equipment received.

What I Know

Pre-test
Choose the letter of the best answer. Write the chosen letter on a separate sheet of
paper.

1. Which of the following tools is used to prevent ESD damage to

computer equipment?
a. Anti-static wrist strap
b. Anti-static mat
c. Flat head screw driver
d. Philips screw driver
2. This is used to stand on or place hardware on to prevent static
electricity from building up.
a. Anti-static wrist strap
b. Anti-static mat
c. Flat head screw driver
d. Philips screw driver
3. A kind of hand tool that is used to loosen or tighten slotted screws.
a. Anti-static wrist strap
b. Anti-static mat
c. Flat head screw driver
d. Philips screw driver
4. A hand tool that is used to loosen or tighten cross-head screws.
a. Anti-static wrist strap
b. Anti-static mat
c. Flat head screw driver
d. Philips screw driver
5. A hand tool that is used to loosen or tighten screws that have a star-
like depression on the top.
a. Flat head screw driver
b. Hex driver
c. Needle nose plier
d. Torx screw driver
6. This is sometimes called a nut driver.
a. Hex driver
b. Needle nose plier
c. Philips screw driver
d. Torx screw driver
7. Which of the following describes the proper function of needle nose
plier?
a. Used to hold small parts.
b. Used to strip and cut wires.
c. Used to manipulate small parts.
d. Used to tighten nuts in the same way that a screwdriver tightens
screws.
8. If you want to strip and cut wires, what tool is best to use?
a. Needle nose plier
b. Scissors
c. Tweezers
d. Wire cutter
9. What kind of hand tool is used to manipulate small parts?
a. Flashlight
b. Hex driver
c. Tweezers
d. Wire cutter
10. If you want to retrieve parts from a place that are too small for
your hand to fit, what hand tool will do the job?
a. Lint-free cloth
b. Part-retriever
c. Tweezers
d. Wire cutter
11. This cleaning tool is used to clean computer components
without scratching it.
a. Cable ties
b. Lint-free cloth
c. Parts organizer
d. All of the above
12. If you want to bundle cables neatly, what kind of cleaning tool
you must use?
a. Cable ties
b. Lint-free cloth
c. Parts organizer
d. Tweezers
13. If you want to blow away dust from a computer part without
touching it, what tool must be used?
a. Cable ties
b. Compressed air
c. Lint-free cloth
d. Parts organizer
14. This is used to test the integrity of circuits and the quality of
electricity in computers.
a. Anti-static wrist strap
b. LAN Tester
c. Multimeter
d. Loopback adapter
15. If you want to test the functionality of your computer ports, you
must use a ______.
a. Anti-static wrist strap
b. LAN Tester
c. Multimeter
d. Loopback adapter
Lesson

1 Hand Tools and Equipment

What’s In

Before going through this lesson, answer the following questions.

 Have you seen a technician troubleshooting and repairing a

computer?
 What are the tools used in repairing computers?

Notes to the Teacher

This activity is intended to recall the prior knowledge of the
learner in the lesson.
 What’s New

PROPER TOOL SELECTION

A tool is a handheld device that aids in accomplishing a task.

How do you select the best tool for the job?

1. Know and understand the scope of work to be done and plan for
the scope taking into account the sequence of task.

2. Selecting the best tool for each task requires training and field
experience in their safe use. You must follow the manufacturer’s
guidelines and instructions for the specific tool to avoid accidents.

3. When obtaining the tool, all associated consumable parts must be

included and must be used according to the manufacturer’s
instructions.

Safe use of tools

Once you have selected a tool, you must use it for the purpose it was
designed for your safety. Some tools doesn’t have detailed instructions but
there are those who have written at the back of the packaging. Your
judgement must always be based on what is the safest way to use the tool.
Proper care of tools

 All tools must be kept in good condition with regular

maintenance.
 Always use the right tool for a specific task only.
 Examine each tool before use.
 Damaged or defective tools must NOT be used.
 Follow the manufacturer’s instructions when using a tool.
 Wear the right protective equipment for the tool to be used.

Hardware Tools

To perform hardware repairs, you must have a toolkit with all the
necessary tools to accomplish different tasks. As you gain experience
you will learn which tools to possess for different kinds of jobs.
Hardware tools are grouped into these four categories.