Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
Region V
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF SORSOGON

LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEET

Quarter - 1

TECHNOLOGY AND LIVELIHOOD EDUCATION – Grade 9

Computer Systems Servicing

Student Name: ______________________ Grade & Section: _________________

Teacher: ___________________________ Date Submitted: _________________

I. INTRODUCTORY CONCEPT

This module deals with the basic components of a personal computer. Given that
computers have pervaded our lives today, it is important that we get acquainted well with the
computer, its hardware, how it is assembled/ put together and what are the key computer parts.

II. LEARNING COMPETENCIES

LO.1 Assemble computer hardware (TLE_IACSS9-12ICCS-Ia-e-28)

1.3 Identify materials necessary to complete the work in accordance with established
procedures and check against system requirements

Objectives:
1. Identify different parts of a computer;
2. Determine the functions of the different parts a computer;
3. Give the importance of parts and functions of computer.

III. ACTIVITIES

A. LESSON INFORMATION

BASIC PARTS OF COMPUTER

1. System Unit

The system unit is the core of a computer system. Usually it’s a

rectangular box placed on or underneath your desk. Inside this box are
may electronic components that process information. The most important
of this component is random access memory (RAM), which temporarily
stores information that the CPU uses while the computer is on. The
information stored in RAM is erased when the computer is turned off.

Almost every part of your computer connects to the control panel by using
cables. The cables are plugged into specific ports (openings), typically at
the back of the system unit. Hardware that is not part of a network
configuration is often referred to as a peripheral computer or device.

2. The Mouse
The mouse is used to communicate with the objects on the computer screen. You can move
objects, open them, change them, throw them away, and perform other actions, all by pointing
and clicking your mouse.

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Kinds and parts of Mouse
Mouse ball: A little rubber ball lies in a mouse 's belly; you
roll the little ball, too, as you push the mouse. Moving the ball
tells the computer the direction and speed to move the on-
screen pointer.
Optical: Optical mice ditch the ball/roller mechanics for a
small glowing light and a sensor.

Trackball: Trackballs are, in essence, upside-down mice.

TrackPoint/AccuPoint: Found on some laptops, this pointing device looks like a pencil eraser
protruding from the middle of your keyboard.
Touchpads: Found on many laptops, this square pad lets you move the cursor by dragging
your finger across its surface.

Wireless: Wireless mice work just like their keyboard counterparts; in fact, some share the
same receiver unit that plugs into the USB or PS/2 port of your computer.

PS/2: An older mouse comes with a connector in the PS/2 style which still works well. Just don't
unplug the mouse while the computer is turned on, the mouse will stop working even after you
plug it back in frenziedly. (Restart the computer and the mouse will start working again.)

3. The Monitor
Video circuits on your PC send images to your monitor, where you can see the action. Because
monitors and video circuits on your PC (known as video cards or display adapters) work together
as a team. These terms appear on newspaper advertisements, showroom signs and the fine print
of product boxes while shopping for either a computer or video card.

Monitors come in different types, each described below.

CRT (cathode ray tube)

By comparison, old school CRT monitors seem boring and

bulky.
Fading quickly from the marketplace, shown in Figure 3-2, CRT
(Cathode Ray Tube) monitors mimic small (but expensive)
television sets. Although some CRT monitors call themselves
"flat screen," their glass screens are relatively flat, that means
only. They are not flat panel monitors, an honor which only
belongs to LCD monitors.

LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)

LCD Monitors look slim and hip on any desktop. The most popular
monitor today, LCD monitors look much like large laptop screens
mounted on a stand. LCD monitors are also called flat-panel
monitors.
Quantum dot LED

A display technology that emits light using quantum dots. QLED is

expected to be more effective than OLED, and to be less costly to
manufacture. Also, QLED is ultrafine, translucent and versatile.

OLED (organic light emitting diode)

A display technology that provides bright, colorful images for sports and action
movies with a wide viewing angle, low power, high contrast ratio and fast
response time. In plasma and LCD / LED monitor / display the OLED technology
varies greatly from the displays.

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 LED (light emitting diode)
An LED display is a flat panel display that uses a range of light-emitting diodes
to display videos. An LED panel is a small display, or the larger display
component.

4. Keyboard

Keyboard is the main way to enter information into your computer. But did you know you can also
control your computer using your keyboard? Learning just a few simple keyboard commands
(computer instructions) can help you to work more effectively.
The keys on your keyboard can be divided into several groups based on function:
Typing (alphanumeric) keys. These keys include the same letter, number, punctuation, and
symbol keys found on a traditional typewriter.
Control keys. These keys are used alone or in combination with other keys to perform certain
actions. The most frequently used control keys are Ctrl, Alt, the Windows logo key and ESC
Function keys. The function keys are used to perform specific tasks. They are labeled as F1,
F2, F3, and so on, up to F12. The functionality of these keys differs from program to program.

Navigation keys. These keys

are used for moving around in
documents or webpages and
editing text. They include the
arrow keys, Home, End, Page
Up, Page Down, Delete, and
Insert.
Numeric keypad. The
numeric keypad is handy for
entering numbers quickly. The
keys are grouped together in a
block like a conventional
calculator or adding machine.
Additional Information:
Keyboard comes with three ports supported technology USB, PS2, and Wireless.

Specialized keyboard keys require special drivers. Those specialized keys won’t work until you
install the keyboard’s bundled software.

Wireless keyboards bear no cords, making for tidy desktops. Most come in two parts: the
keyboard and a receiving unit, which plugs into your PC’s USB part. Unfortunately, they’re battery
hogs.

5. Speaker

Speakers are used to play sound. They can be built into the system unit or
connected with cables. Speakers allow you to listen to music and hear sound
effects from your computer.

6. Printer

While it is not mandatory for a computer's overall operation, it is a useful tool which helps
document management. It allows a user to print objects, such as letters and photographs, on
paper.
Like most computer peripheral, printers come with their own secret vocabulary.

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Kinds of Printer
a. Inkjet
Popular for their low price and high quality, inkjet printers squirt ink onto a page, creating
surprisingly realistic images in color or black and white.

b. Laser
Laser printers might sound dangerous, but these printers) use technology similar to their ho-hum
counterpart, copying machines; with toner, they scan images in the paper. Black and white laser
printers cost a little more than inkjet printers, twice the price for laser printers in color. Though
laser printers are unable to print digital photos, they are cheaper for general office paperwork in
the long run.

c. All-in-one (AIO)
This type of printer is popular with small offices and incorporates a laser or inkjet printer, copying
machine, scanner, and fax machine into one compact package.

Inkjet Printer Laser Printer All in One Printer

B. TASK 1: Naming parts of computer

Direction: Identify the following pictures and write your answers on the line.

1.______________________ 2. ______________________ 3.______________________

4. ______________________ 5. ______________________

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TASK 2: MATCH THE PARTS OF COMPUTER THROUGH FUNCTION.
Direction: Match the column A & Column B what is referred to in the following statements. Write
your answers on the lines.
Column A Column B

___1. It is also known as the “Brain of the computer”. A. Keyboard

___2. Found on many laptops, this square pad lets you move the B. Light emitting Diode (LED)
cursor by dragging your finger across its surface. display
___3. Used to interact with items on your computer screen. C. Monitor
___4. This pointing device looks like a pencil eraser protruding
D. Mouse
from the middle of your keyboard.
E. Speaker
___5. Used to display text and images on the screen.
___6. One of the main ways to communicate with a computer. F. System Unit
___7. Allows you to play music and hear sounds effects from your G. Numeric Keypad
computer. H. Track Point
___8. These keys include the same letter, number, punctuation, I. Touch Pad
and symbol found on a traditional typewriter. J. Typing(alphanumeric)
___9. A flat panel display, which uses an array of light- emitting keys
diodes as a video display.
___10. This keypad is handy for entering numbers quickly.

C. TASK 3. PERFORMANCE TASK

Direction: In the space on the right, write in the letter that matches to the computer
parts in the picture.

IV. EVALUATION

Direction: A.Tell whether the given statement about types of computer is TRUE or FALSE. Write
(T) if the statement is true and (F) if the statement is False. Write your answer on a separate sheet
of paper.

__1. System unit is the core of a computer system.

__2. Almost every other part of your computer connects to the system unit using cables.
__3. When mice burst into the PC world in the early ’80s, Macintosh models had two buttons.
__4. Monitors and your PC’s video circuits (known as video cards or display adapter) work as one.
__5. All in-one printers quirt ink onto a page, creating surprisingly realistic images in color or black and white.
__6. Keyboard is an input device, the main way to enter information into your computer.
__7. Navigation keys are used for moving around in documents or webpages and editing text.
__8. Inkjet printers is popular for their high price and high quality.
__9. An older mouse comes with a PS/2 style connector.
__10. LCD monitors are also called flat-panel monitors.

B. Answer the question based from what you have learned.

1. What do you think is the importance of learning the parts and function of a computer?
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V. ANSWER KEY

Task 1: Task 2: Evaluation

1. PRINTER 1. F 1. T
2. SYSTEM UNIT 2. I 2. T
3. D 3. F
3. MONITOR
4. H 4. F
4. KEYBOARD 5. F
5. C
5. SPEAKER 6. A 6. T
7. E 7. T
8. J 8. F
9. B 9. T
10. G 10. T

VI. REFLECTION

Direction: Reflect on the following questions below, then write your responses on your
answer sheet.

Directions. Kindly share the what you’ve learned by completing the statement below. Write down
your insights on the spaces provided.

Direction: Reflect on the following questions below, then write your responses on your answer
sheet.

1. What have you learned?

_____________________________________________________________________

2. What is important about your new learning?

_____________________________________________________________________

VII. REFERENCES

Department of Education – Division of Pasig City Writer: Ronald S. Bobis

https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/using-your-keyboard-18b2efc1-9e32-ba5a-
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https://www.youngwonks.com/blog/Basic-Parts-of-a-Computer

LAS DEVELOPMENT TEAM:

Writer:
Ervin G. Balaston
Teacher II
Bulan NHS

Reviewers:
Harlet G. Vargas
Ma. Jinkee G. Sierra
Bulan NHS

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