Internal components of a computer.

INPUT / OUTPUT DEVICES

Starter Task

With post its –

1) Label the different devices in the room.

2) Write on them whether you think they are
input or output devices.
Internal components of a computer.
Internal components of a computer.

Task

Describe the difference between input and

output devices.

Create a presentation / animation using

www.powtoon.com

You have to include:

1) Input examples using a definition and
images
2) Output examples using a definition and
images
Task

 Take a look at the computer at the back of the

monitor and see if you are able to identify the
different ports and what input devices or output
devices might go into them.
 Take photos of this and create a poster in
Publisher, labelling what you have found. Write a
few sentences about each port or device attached
to the computer and explain what it is.
 Include in your poster a definition of INPUTS and
OUTPUTS
Task – Looking at a Keyboard

 In pairs or on your own have a go at taking the

keyboards apart.

 Can you work out how they work?

 Identify the key matrix and processor. Take

photos of the various components, identify them by
using the Internet to help you. Create a poster
explaining the various components of a keyboard
and how it works.
Task – Looking at a mouse

 In pairs or on your own have a go at taking the

mouse apart.

 Can you work out how they work?

 Identify sensor, buttons, scroll wheel and LED.

Take photos of the various components, identify
them by using the Internet to help you. Create a
poster explaining the various components of a
mouse and how it works.