Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education – Region X

Division of Valencia City
CENTRAL BUKIDNON INSTITUTE, INC.
Bagontaas, Valencia, Bukidnon 8709, Philippines
Senior High School Department

COMPUTER SYSTEM SERVICING 12 COMPENDIUM

UNIT 1
INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER SYSTEMS SERVICING
Introduction

What are Computer Systems?

Understanding how a computer works is the first step to understanding computer systems. A
singular computer has the power to utilize a great number of functions. However, a computer
system incorporates other elements along with the computer to be able to do more. In the
simplest terms, a computer system is a system of devices that work together to take input,
process and store data, and display output. It is composed of the following parts

Lessons 1 Hardware/Software/User
The Hardware
This is any part of the computer system that is tangible, such as the computer’s physical
components, like the processing units and storage devices, and peripherals, such as the input and
output devices.

The Software
Software exists virtually inside a computer. It may be a piece of data, a program, or a set of
instructions that the computer system can run.

The User
This is you. You are in charge of telling a computer system what to do. Without a user, the
computer will not have data to store. It cannot run programs or execute instructions

A computer system needs to be serviced regularly to ensure that it runs smoothly and stays in
working order for a long time. Servicing a computer system involves doing maintenance and
repairs. It also entails knowing how to work with computer systems, understanding computer
terminology and electronics,
and following established safety and health standards to avoid accidents with computer systems.
The essential knowledge about how to work on computer systems is covered under the Computer
Systems Servicing or CSS course. It will teach you all you need to know when pursuing a career
servicing computer.
What is Computer System Servicing?

CSS is a course under the Department of Education’s K to 12 program designed to equip aspiring
computer service technicians with the skills and knowledge needed to work with computer
systems. The course aims to develop a set of competencies, which enables technicians order to
carry out tasks effectively. Listed below are the competencies needed in CSS.

Basic Competencies
1. Understand and embody the Personal Entrepreneurial Competencies (PECs).
2. Know how to participate in a work environment and display career professionalism.
3. Follow and enforce Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) procedures.

Common Competencies
1. Use hand tools in testing, cleaning, and fixing computer hardware.
2. Learn how to perform mensuration to discover how measuring tools work on hardware and
how to do calculations to understand how computers carry out instructions.
3. Apply quality standards when choosing the right materials to be used on computer equipment.
4. Perform basic computer operations.
5. Prepare and understand technical drawings for visualizing processes and finding areas of
improvement.
6. Test electrical components using diagnostic tools.
7. Show how to connect and terminate wiring in electronic circuits

Core Competencies
1. Gain experience in installing and configuring computer systems.
2. Learn how to set up computer networks.
3. Practice proper maintenance and repair on computer systems and networks.
4. Demonstrate how to set up computer servers.

Each lesson will cultivate and test your understanding of these topics and include an introduction
to the subject matter along with self-assessment through activities and reflections

What Can You Do With Computer Systems Servicing?

Taking up Computer Systems Servicing will prepare you to become a computer service
technician. Computer technicians usually work in companies or repair shops. You can even
become an entrepreneur and set up your own shop and practice.
Technicians are responsible for the following tasks:
 Set up hardware
 Install software and configure device drivers
 Maintain and repair components
 Troubleshoot computer issues
 Manage data protection and privacy
 Provide technical support
Given that almost all businesses need computer systems to function, computer technicians can
also provide modern business solutions alongside tech support and maintenance
Market and Career Opportunities

Taking up CSS and becoming a certified computer technicians opens up opportunities and
possibilities for your career. In fact, there are several ways you can put the knowledge and skills
you will gain in this course to good use.

1. Work as a computer technician

Businesses now rely on computer systems for their operations. Many now see the benefit of
employing fulltime technicians to ensure that these systems are running optimally.

2. Apply for an electronics company

With ample knowledge of electronics, working at an electronics company may be a good fit
where you will be expected to install and repair electrical components. You may be depended on
to know electronics terminologies, deal with hardware, and recognize faulty materials.

3. Get into computer sales and services

With CSS, you will become familiar with the many computer system components. This
knowledge is helpful when explaining to customers what devices they should buy, how they
should take care of their devices, or what is wrong with them. Most computer stores offer system
assembly and repairs as part of their services. Technicians are usually the ones tasked to do these.

4. Set up your own computer servicing business

You may also be interested in setting up your own business. Many customers are looking for
personalized services. Aside from individuals, you can also look to provide services to other
business and organizations for their routine computer servicing and repair requirements

Reflection 1.1
Reflect on the following:

1. How does Computer Systems Servicing fit into your life and/or academic goals? What are
your expectations for this course? Why do you think servicing computers is an important job in
the modern world?
2. Given the course outline of CSS, what problems do you think you can solve or want to solve
with the knowledge and experience you will gain? How do you think you can solve them now?

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