TVL – COMPUTER SYSTEMS SERVICING 11

Name: ______________________________________ Date: ____________________

Grade: ______________________________________ Section: ___________________

Quarter: 1 Week: 1 SSLM No. 1 ELC: Prepare Hand Tools

Ø Objectives:
A. Identify different kind of hand tools.
B. Check appropriate hand tools for proper operation and safety.
Ø Title of Textbook/LM to Study:
Ø Chapter: ___ Pages: ___ Topic: Using Hand Tools

Let Us Discover

In engaging yourself in any activity on your computer you should know first the different
kinds and appropriate tools in fixing or doing something on it. In computer application, the
usage of proper hand tools and equipment is very essential. The following hand tools are
usually being prepared and used especially in fixing or troubleshooting a computer equipment
or devices.

1. Flat Screw Driver- a tool used to 2. Philip Screw Driver- a tool used to
drive or fasten negative slotted drive or fasten positive slotted screws.
screws.

3. Side Cutter Pliers- a tool used for 4. Long nose Pliers- a tool used for
cutting or trimming of connecting holding, bending, and stretching the
wires or terminal leads in the lead of electronic component or
circuit board. connecting wire.

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 5. Crimping Tool- a tool made of 6. Tweezers -a tool used to hold small
metal with plastic-rubber handle, sensitive part of a computer.
to press into small folds, to frill and
to corrugate.

7. Wire Stripper- a small hand-held 8. Flashlight- a small electric light, a

device used to strip the flash of electric light used to give
e l e c t r i c a l insulation from light in dark conditions.
electric wires.

9. Magnifying glass- a device made 10. Volt-Ohms-Millimeter (VOM) -a

in glass with handle, to measuring instrument used by
exaggerate or to increase the technician for measuring: current,
apparent size of an object. voltage, resistance.

11. LAN Tester - a device used to test 12. Anti-Static Wrist wrap- a device
the network connection. used to eliminate electrostatic
discharge in your work area.

13. Soldering Pencil- a tool used to 14. Desoldering Tool- tool used to
join two or more metal conductors unsoldered unwanted parts or
with the support of soldering lead component in the circuit with the
melted around it. support of soldering pencil.

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 Malfunctioning or Faulty Tools
Different Hand Tools has a variety of non-powered devices such as pliers, hammers,
and screwdrivers. These tools may seem harmless, but using malfunctioning or faulty tools
may cause injuries or accidents especially among beginners.
The two most common hazards associated with the use of Hand Tools are misuse and
improper maintenance.
• Misuse occurs when a hand tool is used for something other than its intended
purpose. (An example would be using screwdriver as a chisel. This may cause
the tip to break and strike someone).
• Improper maintenance allows hand tools to deteriorate into an unsafe condition.
(Example would include cracked wooden handles that allow the tool head to fly off
or mushroomed heads that can shatter upon impact.
• Specially designed tools may be needed in hazardous environments. (Always use
non-sparking tools in the presence of flammable vapors and dusts. Insulated tools
with appropriate ratings must be used for electrical work).

The following are some of the best practices in using safe tools:
Pliers:

• Never use pliers as a hammer on the handle. Such abuse is likely to result in
cracks or breaks.
• Cut hardened wire only with pliers designed for that purpose.
• Do not increase the handle length of pliers to gain more leverage. Use a larger pair
of pliers or bolt cutters.
• Do not substitute pliers for a wrench when turning bolts and nuts. Pliers cannot grip
these items properly and will slip.

Screwdrivers:

• Always use screwdriver tip that properly fits the slot of the screw.
• Keep away screwdrivers with broken or worn handles.
• Use magnetic or screw-holding screwdrivers to start fasteners in tight areas.
• Never use pliers on a screwdriver for extra leverage. Only use wrench or
screwdrivers specifically designed to accept them.

Utility Knives/ Blades:

• Always use a sharp blade. Dull blades require more force and thus are more likely
to slip. Replace the blade when it starts to “tear” instead of cut.
• Never leave a knife unattended with the blade exposed. Consider using a self-
retracted knife with a spring-loaded black.
• Keep your free hand away from the line of the cut.
• Don’t bend or apply side loads to blades by using them to open cans or pay loose
objects. Blades are brittle and can snap easily.

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 Let Us Try
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Directions: Identify the following DOs and DON’Ts in using hand tools. Write DO if
the statement is correct and DON’T if it’s not on the space provided.

1. Always use a sharp blade.

2. Throw away screwdrivers with broken or worn handles.
3. Leave a knife unattended with the blade exposed.
4. Keep your free hand away from the line of the cut.
5. Use pliers as a hammer on the handle.

Let Us Do

Directions: You are provided with a pictures of hand tool/device with corresponding
description/situation. Name the following tools and identify them if SAFE or UNSAFE to use.
Write your answer on the space provided.
SAFE OR
TOOLS
UNSAFE
Example
FLAT SCREW UNSAFE
Situation: Johny used this tool as a pry bar,
chisel, and punch stirrer or scraper.

1. Situation: Johny is fixing his bed he use

this tool as a replacement for a hammer.

2. Situation: Johny keeps away this tool

because the handle is being broken

3. Description: This tool is being used for

holding, bending, and stretching the
lead of electronic component or
connecting wire.

4. Description: This device is being used

to eliminate electrostatic discharge in
your work area.

5. Situation: Johny still used this tool even

the blades is dull.

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 Let Us Apply

Poster Making

Make a poster and give at least five hand tools that are not being
mentioned in this module that you may use in fixing computers and give their
functions. You can use any means or materials for your output. The scoring
rubrics below will be used as shown below.

Rubrics

Criteria Rating
1. Correctness 10
2. Creativity 10

3. Presentation 10
TOTAL: 30

References

• Curriculum Guide for CSS NCII

Code: TLE_IACSS9-12UHT-IIIa17- d-20
• DepEd TVL CSS11 Module 1 Week1. Using Hand Tool. Alo W. M. et.al. pp.
8-20

SSLM Development Team

Writer: Wendelyn M. Alo
Content Editor: Acel S. Monares
Evaluator: Melrose B. Gapate
Illustrator: Jay M. Alora
Creative Arts Designer: Reggie D. Galindez
Education Program Supervisor – EPP/TLE/TVL: Amalia C. Caballes
Education Program Supervisor – Learning Resources: Sally A. Palomo
Curriculum and Instruction Division Chief: Juliet F. Lastimosa
Asst. Schools Division Superintendent: Carlos G. Susarno, Ph. D.
Schools Division Superintendent: Romelito G. Flores, CESO V

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