Common Tools
Common Tools
1-2
(Engineering)
Use and Operation of Tools, Instruments and Testing Devices
Learning Objectives:
Overview:
Using tools correctly is essential for preventing accidents and
equipment damage while ensuring the safety of individuals. This section
emphasizes the importance of understanding and using a range of hardware,
software, and organizational tools that are relevant to computer work and
peripheral devices.
It highlights that for every task, there's an appropriate tool, and it's
crucial to be well-acquainted with their proper usage. Proficient handling of
tools and software not only eases the job but also guarantees that tasks are
executed accurately and without risks.
Learning Concepts:
Common Tools used in Computer System
• Electro-Static Discharge (ESD) Tools – tools that provide ESD
protection to devices and guides the static electricity to the
earth ground.
(https://saftec.co.za/category/334/esd- (https://www.ifixamerica.com/store/p/antistatic-
wrist-straps-acces) mat)
(https://www.amazon.in/Paradise-Tools-India-
Combination-Professional/dp/B08CVM13NN)
Pliers
• Screw Drivers – use for the insertion and removal of screws.
(https://ph.element14.com/wiha/41003/screw
driver-set-assorted-12pcs/dp/2760428)
(https://www.galleon.ph/tools-home- (https://ph.element14.com/klein-
improvement-c892/hand-tools-c1182/wire- tools/11045/wire-stripper-18awg-10awg-
strippers-c8613/2in1-mini-wire-stripper- 158/dp/2839548)
crimper-pliers-crimping-p11240990
(https://shopee.ph/Lan-tester-Network-Cable-
Tester-i.49994169.890468715)
LAN Tester
• Crimping Tool – use to compress the connector onto the wire to
create a secure electrical connection.
(https://www.amazon.co.uk/crimping- (https://www.amazon.in/Professional-Crimp-Pass-
tool-RJ12-RJ11-RJ45/dp/B007I0CS00) Through-Crimping-
Tool%EF%BC%88Blue%EF%BC%89/dp/B08DFN3HFB)
(https://www.pinterest.ph/wilfredocruz/compu
ter-workbench/)
Maintenance Bench
(https://www.elprocus.com/classification-
power-supply-different-types/)
(https://ph.element14.com/duratool/d03124/di
gital-multimeter-auto-10a-600v/dp/3212635)
(https://www.tdk.co.ke/product/punch-down-
tool/)
Reference:
https://www.ciscopress.com/articles/article.asp?p=2756481&seqNum=5#:~
:text=Using%20tools%20properly%20helps%20prevent,working%20with%20
computers%20and%20peripherals.
https://www.ciscopress.com/articles/article.asp?p=2086239&seqNum=7&f
bclid=IwAR16dYfMEtMqswWvKyw7nKLpxCuXo7wNJ94D_nmWZXEPe2reVA
LADDOXqSc
https://www.britannica.com/technology/pliers
https://www.pacergroup.net/electrical-tools/wire-stripper-
cutter/#:~:text=A%20wire%20stripper%20is%20designed,that%20they%20c
annot%20strip%20wires.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Punch_down_tool