FIRST GRADING (PART 2 LESSON) THE SOP IN MATERIAL OPTIONS

APPLY QUALITY STANDARDS OF RECEIVED MATERIALS The learner should be familiar and include a standard operation
procedure (SOP) in material selection particularly those that are
LESSON 1 - SPECIFICATION OF MATERIALS AND COMPONENTS useful such as computer, parts, properties, installation materials,
ICT materials, components and assemblies have its specifications networking and troubleshooting on the following items in terms of:
before it will be purchased. As a learner you are expected to be • Good quality – free from any deficiencies
familiar with the properties of these materials, products, and the - Check product inspection record
factors to be considered should be your basis in choosing the proper - Physical inspection
materials, components, and assemblies. • Reliable – consistent performance
• Low cost – inexpensive, cheap
THE FACTORS IN SELECTING THE MATERIALS: • Suitable for the application or purpose – right quality for its
1. SELECTION OF MATERIAL – it is the ability to choose the intended use
materials using the following considerations:
• Cost of the material – is the amount of purchasing the materials, it WHAT SHOULD BE DONE WHEN RECEIVING THE MATERIALS
may differ from one supplier to another even if the specifications are The SOP or things to be done as soon as you receive materials.
the same. Match the packing slip or marking slip of
• Environmental consideration – anything that leads to the pollution the items received with the paper
of soil, water, and air, especially its energy consumption impact. At itineraries.
the end of ICT hardware use, recycling, disposal like e-waste this • The materials received is indicated in
would be used in landfills and would provide impact and effect to the the purchase order
environment. • Materials of acceptable conditions
• Chemical properties – is a material property evident during the • Setup or installation terms are met
time of its use will show chemical reaction.
the identifiable and unique aspect of a material most particularly its THINGS TO DO WHEN THE MATERIALS OR GOODS ARE
basic capabilities. RECEIVED
• Mechanical attributes – the physical properties that any material Place the paper/document in a record folder or cabinet.
exhibits when applied with forces, such as elasticity, tensile strength, • Use administrative software to
elongation, hardness, and fatigue limit. document electronic data of received
• Company producing the material – the business name provides materials/goods
identity to the business and the product it produces, especially when • Set aside those items that are
the enterprise produces unique and amazing products. defective or goods to be returned.

2. TESTING OF MATERIAL – this will help analyze the quality and

standards of materials using the following techniques: WHEN IS RETURN OF MATERIALS/GOODS/MERCHANDISE AN
• Hardness tester – any device that checks the hardness of a OPTION
material by measuring the durability of such material. • Incomplete materials received from the suppliers
• Comprehensive strength test – it is more of mechanical test that • Defective materials
measures the maximum amount of compressive load a material can • Make arrangement with the
bear before such material breaks. supplier regarding incomplete
• Impact test – is used to observe the mechanics how the material materials or change of defective
exhibit when it experiences shock and such material immediately materials
deform.
• Fluoroscope – is an imaging machine which uses X-rays to MAKING THE INVENTORY REPORT OF MATERIALS
determine the interior characteristics of an object. • Monitor how many materials are
• Testing machine – a universal tester for materials for testing tensile available and already at hand
strength and compressive strength of materials. • Record purchases of materials
• Creep test – is subjecting the material to high temperature • Report damages of materials
progressive deformation at constant stress test or ability to alter its
form after such test has been taken.
THE LEARNERS ON EFFECTIVE MANAGEMENT AND EFFICIENT
3. COST OF MATERIAL – the amount when buying or selecting the RESPONSIBILITIES
materials for specific project. Though this is economical in the Act as quality checker – record the date of receipt, name of materials
selection process, the amount must also consider the quality and purchased, quantity, official receipt number, signature of the person
reliability of materials. who bought the materials.

THE ICT MATERIALS, COMPONENTS, ASSEMBLIES, AND ITS

SPECIFICATIONS
In relation to the factors in selecting the materials, as a learner, you
need to be familiar with the ICT materials, components, and
assemblies’ specifications. Not just the name of these items, you must
be also on how to describe details about such item.
• Monitor and coordinate the checking requirements – identify the
materials that are in good condition, damage or needing
replacements.

ACTIVITIES
Make a log report of the received materials using the appropriate form
below:

LESSON 2 - WORK ORDER AND STANDARD PROCEDURES

The work order and standard procedure (Standard Operation
Procedure – SOP) are statements the learners should be familiar with
to ensure good work procedures are set in proper order and condition.
This is used to give directions and clarity to all those concerned
individuals.