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Install And Configure

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The Competency-Based Learning Materials on Install and Configure Computer

System under the Computer System Servicing NC II Qualification, could have
not been made possible without the outsourced materials presented in the
Bibiliography; and participation and support of the following who in one
contributed in the development of the CBLMs.

Trainers Methodology Faciliators:

 Mr. Jov Mark B. Felarca, OCDS, Assistant Administrator, Senior
TVET Training Specialist 4, COMTEQ Computer and Business
College.
 Mr. Gideon Paje, TVET Trainer, Kolehiyo ng Subic
 Mr. Mark Mendoza, TVET Trainer, IKON Subic
 Ms. Fe Dilag, School Director, Hopefull Beginnings

Trainers Methodology Assisiting Faciliators:

 Ms. Elsie Mary Embido
 Mr. Roel Perez Tolentino
 Mr. Joel Q. Dizon
 Mr. Asterio Elgincolin

Who supervised the initial stage of the development of the materials, and
for extending the much needed technical giudance;

Mrs. Salvacion Mata-Domingo, Mr. Elbert Domingo, Mr. Raul D. Simitara,

Mr. Patrick delos Santos, Mrs. Ma. Lilia Caballero, Mr. Fernando F. Fernandez,
for extending the much needed technical guidance, for believing and trusting
me as a trainer;

Mr. Manuel T. Balana, my father and the rest of my family who serve as
my inspiration to go further until i achived my worthy goal;

Finally, I would like to thank GOD Almighty for giving me strength and the
passion to serve as trainer which enables me to deliver beyond expactations.

TO GOD BE THE GLORY!

Ismael Manic Balana

TVET Trainer
 How to Use This Competency-Based Learning Materials

Welcome!

The unit of competency, “Install and Configure Computer System”, is

one of the competencies of COMPUTER SYSTEM SERVICING NC II (CSS NC
II),a course which compromise the knowledge, skills and attitude required for
trainer to possess.

The module, Install and Configure Competency, contains training materials

and activities directly related to
a. Assemble Computer
b. Prepare Installer
c. Install operating system and device driver
d. Install application software
e. Conduct testing and documentation

In this module, you are required to go through a series of learning activities

in order to complete each learnung outcome. In each learning outcomes are
Information Sheet, Self Check, Task Sheets, and Job Sheets. Follow and perform
activities on your own. If you have question do not hesitate to ask for assistance
from your trainer.
Remember to:

 Read information sheets and complete the self-check. Suggested

references are included to supplement the materials provided in this
module.
 Perform the Task Sheets and Job Sheets until you are confident that your
output conform to the Performance Criteria Checklist that follows the
sheets.
 Submit outputs of the Task Sheets and Job Sheets to your facilitator for
evaluation and recording in the Achievement Chart. Outputs shall serve
as your portfolio during the Institutional Competency Evaluation. When
you feel confident that you are has sufficent practice, aske your trainer to
evaluate you. The result of your assessment will be recorded in your
Progress Chart and Achievement Chart.
You must pass the Institutional Competency Evaluation for this
competency before moving to another compentency. A Certifcate of
Achievement will be awarded to you after passsing the evaluation.
You need to complete the this module before you can perform the module
on Set-up Computer Networks.
 COMPUTER SYSTEM SERVICING NC II
COMPETENCY-BASED LEARNING MATERIALS

List of Competencies

No. Unit of Competency Module Title Code

Installing and
Install and Configure
1. Configuring Computer ELC724331
Computer Systems
Systems
Set-up computer Setting-up Computer
2. ELC724332
networks Networks
Set-up Computer Setting up Computer
3. ELC724333
Servers Servers
Maintain and repair Maintaining and
4. computer systems and Repairing Computer ELC724334
networks System and Networks
UNIT OF COMPETENCY: INSTALL AND CONFIGURE COMPUTER
SYSTEMS
MODULE TITLE : INSTALLING AND CONFIGURING
COMPUTER SYSTEMS

UNIT CODE : ELC724331

MODULE DESCRIPTOR: This unit covers the outcomes required in

installing and configuring desktop and workstation computers systems. It
consists of competencies to assemble computer hardware, install operating
system and drivers for peripherals/devices, and install application software as
well as to conduct testing and documentation.

NOMINAL DURATION :

SUMMARY OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Upon completion of this module the students/trainees must be able to:

LO1. Assemble computer hardware

LO2. Prepare installer
LO3. Install operating system and drivers for peripherals/ devices
LO4. Install application software
LO5. Conduct testing and documentation

METHODOLOGY
 Lecture
 Discussion
 Demonstration
 Viewing multimedia
ASESSMENT CRITERIA

 Unit assembly is planned and prepared to ensure OH&S policies and

procedures are followed in accordance with systems requirements
 Materials necessary to complete the work are identified and obtained in
accordance with established procedures and checked against systems
requirements
 Tools, equipment and testing devices needed to carry out the installation
work are obtained in accordance with established procedures and checked
for correct operation and safety
 Computer hardware is assembled in accordance with established
procedures and systems requirements
 Basic-input-output-system (BIOS) configuration is performed in
accordance with hardware requirements.

 Portable bootable devices are created in accordance with software

manufacturer instruction
 Customized installers are prepared in accordance with software utilization
guide and end user agreement.
 Installation of portable applications are carried out in accordance with
software user guide and software license
 Operating system (OS) is installed in accordance with established
installation procedures and to comply with end-user requirements
 Peripherals/devices drivers are installed and configured in accordance
with manufacturer’s instructions and/or OS installation procedures.
 OS and drivers updates/patches are accessed and installed in accordance
with manufacturer’s recommendations and requirements
 On-going checks of the quality of the work are undertaken in accordance
with established procedures
LEARNING OUTCOME 1: ASSEMBLE HARDWARE

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
 Unit assembly is planned and prepared to ensure OH&S policies and
procedures are followed in accordance with systems requirements
 Materials necessary to complete the work are identified and obtained in
accordance with established procedures and checked against systems
requirements
 Tools, equipment and testing devices needed to carry out the installation
work are obtained in accordance with established procedures and checked
for correct operation and safety
 Computer hardware is assembled in accordance with established
procedures and systems requirements
 Basic-input-output-system (BIOS) configuration is performed in
accordance with hardware requirements.

LEARNINNG CONTENTS:
 Parts of the Computer and Its Peripherals
 System Specification
 Assemble Computer
 Storage, Input and Output Device
 Basic Input Output System

CONDITIONS:
 Tools and test instruments
 PC or workstation
 Computer peripherals/devices
 Appropriate OS, drivers and software applications/programs
LEARNING EXPERIENCES
LEARNING OUTCOME 1: ASSEMBLE COMPUTER HARDWARE

Learning Activities Special Instructions

Read Information Sheet 1.1-1 on Read and understand Information Sheet 1.1-1
Computer and Its Hardware Computer and its hardware

Answer Self-check 1.1-1 on Computer Check yourself by answering the Self-check 1.1-
and Its Hardware. 1. Computer and Its Hardware
Compare your answers with Answer key You must answer all questions correctly before
1.1-1 proceeding to the next activity.
Perform Task Sheet 1.1-1 on ‘s Task Sheet 1.1-1 will help you practice your
Identifying Parts of the Computer skills on Identifying Parts of the Computer
Evaluate your output using the The Performance Criteria Checklist will guide and
Performance Criteria Checklist before help you evaluate you as you are practicing your
showing it to your trainer skill.

Read Information Sheet 1.1-2 on Read and understand Information Sheet 1.1-2
System Specification System Specification

Answer Self-check 1.1-2 Check yourself by answering the Self-check 1.1-

2. You must answer all correctly before
Compare your answers with Answer key
proceeding to the next activity.
1.1-2
Read Information Sheet 1.1-3 on Read and understand Information Sheet 1.1-3
Driver/Device driver Driver/Device driver
Answer Self-check 1.1-3 on Assemble Check yourself by answering the Self-check 1.1-
Computer 3. Assemble Computer
Compare your answers with Answer key You must answer all questions correctly before
1.1-3 proceeding to the next activity.

Perform Job Sheet 1.1-3 on Assembling Job Sheet 1.1-3 will help you practice your skills
Computer on Assembling Computer
The Performance Criteria Checklist will guide and
help you evaluate you as you are practicing your
skill
Evaluate your own work using the Operation
Criteria. When you are ready, present your work
to your trainer for final evaluation and recording.
If you have any questions about the use of the job
sheet please ask your trainer.
Read Information Sheet 1.1-4 on Read and understand Information Sheet 1.1-4
Storage, Input and Output Devices Storage, Input and Output Devices
Answer Self-check 1.1-4 on Storage, Check yourself by answering the Self-check 1.1-
Input and Output Devices 4. Storage, Input and Output Devices
Compare your answers with Answer key You must answer all questions correctly before
1.1-4 proceeding to the next activity.
Read Information Sheet 1.1-5 on Basic Read and understand Information Sheet 1.1-5
Input Output System Basic Input Output System
Perform Task Sheet on Configuring Task Sheet 1.1-5 will help you practice your skills
BIOS Setting
on Configuring Basic Input Output System
Setting
The Performance Criteria Checklist will guide and
help you evaluate you as you are practicing your
skill
Evaluate your own work using the Operation
Criteria. When you are ready, present your work
to your trainer for final evaluation and recording.
If you have any questions about the use of the
task sheet please ask your trainer.
LEARNING OUTCOME 2: PREPARE INSTALLER

ASSESMENT CRITERIA:
 Portable bootable devices are created in accordance with software
manufacturer instruction
LEARNING EXPERIENCE
 Customized installers are prepared in accordance
agreement. with software utilization guide and end user

 Installation of portable applications are carried out in accordance with

software user guide and software license

LEARNING CONTENTS:
 Operating System
 Bootable Media
 Drivers/Device Driver
 Application Software

CONDITIONS:
Trainees must be provided with the following:
 Tools and test instruments
 PC or workstation
 Computer peripherals/devices
 Appropriate OS, drivers and software applications/programs

ASSESSMENT METHOD:
 Demonstration
 Oral Questioning
 Written examination
LEARNING EXPERIENCE
LEARNING OUTCOME 2: PREPARE INSTALLER

Learning Activities Special Instructions

Read Information Sheet 1.2-1 on Read and understand Information Sheet 1.2-1
Operating System Operating System
Answer Self-check 1.2-1 on Operating Check yourself by answering the Self-check 1.2-
System 1. Operating System
Compare your answers with Answer key You must answer all questions correctly before
1.2.1 proceeding to the next activity.
Read Information Sheet 1.2-2 on Read and understand Information Sheet 1.2-2
Bootable Media Bootable Media

Answer Self-check 1.2-2 Check yourself by answering the Self-check 1.2-

2. You must answer all correctly before
Compare your answers with Answer key
proceeding to the next activity.
1.2-2

Perform Task Sheet 1.2.2 on Creating Task Sheet 1.2-2 will help you practice your
bootable device skills on
Evaluate your output using the Creating bootable device
Performance Criteria Checklist before
The Performance Criteria Checklist will guide and
showing it to your trainer
help you evaluate you as you are practicing your
skill
Evaluate your own work using the Operation
Criteria. When you are ready, present your work
to your trainer for final evaluation and recording.
If you have any questions about the use of the
task sheet please ask your trainer.
Read Information Sheet 1.2-3 on Read and understand Information Sheet 1.2-1
Driver/Device driver Driver/Device driver
Answer Self-check 1.2-3 on Check yourself by answering the Self-check 1.2-
Driver/Device driver 3. Driver/Device driver
Compare your answers with Answer key You must answer all questions correctly before
1.2.1 proceeding to the next activity.
Read Information Sheet 1.2-4 on Read and understand Information Sheet 1.2-1
Application Software Application Software
Answer Self-check 1.2-3 on Check yourself by answering the Self-check 1.2-
Application Software 3. Application Software You must answer all
questions correctly before proceeding to the next
Compare your answers with Answer key
activity.
1.2.1
Perform Job Sheet on Prepare and Creating bootable device
configure installer for installation
The Performance Criteria Checklist will guide and
help you evaluate you as you are practicing your
skill
Evaluate your own work using the Operation
Criteria. When you are ready, present your work
to your trainer for final evaluation and recording.
If you have any questions about the use of the
task sheet please ask your trainer.
LEARNING OUTCOME 3: INSTALL OPERATING SYSTEM AND DRIVERS FOR
PERIPHERALS/ DEVICES
ASSESMENT CRITERIA:
 Operating system (OS) is installed in accordance with established
installation procedures and to comply with end-user requirements
 Peripherals/devices drivers are installed and configured in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions and/or OS installation procedures.
 OS and drivers updates/patches are accessed and installed in accordance
with manufacturer’s recommendations and requirements
 On-going checks of the quality of the work are undertaken in accordance
with established procedures

LEARNING CONTENTS:
 Install operating system via
o installation disc
o portable devices
o network
 Install devices’ driver via
o Installation disc
o portable devices
o network
CONDITIONS:
Trainees must be provided with the following:
 Tools and test instruments
 PC or workstation
 Computer peripherals/devices
 Appropriate OS, drivers and software applications/programs

ASSESSMENT METHOD:
 Demonstration
 Oral Questioning
 Written examination
LEARNING EXPERIENCE
LEARNING OUTCOME 3 : INSTALL OPERATING SYSTEM AND DRIVERS
FOR PERIPHERALS
Learning Activities Special Instructions
Read Information Sheet 1.3-1 on Read and understand Information Sheet
Install Operating System 1.3-1 Install operating System
Perform Task Sheet 1.3.1 on Task Sheet 1.3-1 will help you practice
Install Operating System your skills on
Evaluate your output using the Install Operating System
Performance Criteria Checklist The Performance Criteria Checklist will
before showing it to your trainer guide and help you evaluate you as you
are practicing your skill
Evaluate your own work using the
Operation Criteria. When you are ready,
present your work to your trainer for final
evaluation and recording. If you have any
questions about the use of the task sheet
please ask your trainer.
Read Information Sheet 1.3-2 on Read and understand Information Sheet
Install Device Driver 1.3-2 Install Device driver

Perform Task Sheet on 1.3-2 Task Sheet 1.3-1 will help you practice
Install Device Driver your skills on Install Device Driver
The Performance Criteria Checklist will
guide and help you evaluate you as you
are practicing your skill
Evaluate your own work using the
Operation Criteria. When you are ready,
present your work to your trainer for final
evaluation and recording. If you have any
questions about the use of the task sheet
please ask your trainer.
LEARNINNG OUTCOME 4: INSTALL APPLICATION SOFTWARE

ASSESMENT CRITERIA:
 Application software are installed based on software installation guides,
end-user requirements and software license agreement
 Variation to application software installation is carried out in accordance
to customer/client requirements
 Software updates are accessed and installed in accordance with
manufacturer’s recommendations and requirements

LEARNING CONTENTS:
 Install application software via
o installation disc
o portable devices
o network
CONDITIONS:
Trainees must be provided with the following:
 Tools and test instruments
 PC or workstation
 Computer peripherals/devices
 Appropriate OS, drivers and software applications/programs

ASSESSMENT METHOD:
 Demonstration
 Oral Questioning
 Written examination
LEARNING EXPERIENCES
LEARNING OUTCOME 4: INSTALLL APPLICATION SOFTWARE

Learning Activities Special Instructions

Read Information Sheet 1.4 -1 on Install Read and understand Information Sheet 1.4-1
Application Software Install Application Software

Perform Task Sheet 1.4-1 on ‘s Install Task Sheet 1.4-1 will help you practice your
Application Software skills on Install Application Software
Evaluate your output using the The Performance Criteria Checklist will guide and
Performance Criteria Checklist before help you evaluate you as you are practicing your
showing it to your trainer skill.
LEARNING OUTCOME 5: CONDUCT TESTING AND DOCUMENTATION

ASSESMENT CRITERIA:
 Devices / systems and/or installation is tested to determine whether it
conforms to requirements
 Stress test is conducted to ensure reliability of equipment in accordance
with manufacturer’s instructions and system requirements
 5S and 3Rs are followed according to environmental policies
 Documentation in relation to the test is forwarded to appropriate
personnel and/or authority in accordance with requirements

LEARNING CONTENTS:
 Conduct Test and Documentation
o Software
 Operating system
 Application software
 Device driver
o Hardware
 System Unit
 IO Devices
CONDITIONS:
Trainees must be provided with the following:
 Tools and test instruments
 PC or workstation
 Computer peripherals/devices
 Appropriate OS, drivers and software applications/programs

ASSESSMENT METHOD:
 Demonstration
 Oral Questioning
 Written examination
LEARNING EXPERIENCE
LEARNING OUTCOME 5 : Conduct Test and Documentation
Learning Activities Special Instructions
Read Information Sheet 1.5-1 on Read and understand Information Sheet
Conduct Testing and 1.5-1 Conduct Testing and
Documentation Documentation
Answer Self-check 1.5-1 on Check yourself by answering the Self-
Conduct Testing and check 1.5-1. Conduct Testing and
Documentation Documentation
Compare your answers with You must answer all questions correctly
Answer key 1.1-1 before proceeding to the next activity.
Perform Task Sheet 1.5.1 on Task Sheet 1.5-1 will help you practice
Conduct Test and your skills on
Documentation Conduct Test and Documentation
Evaluate your output using the The Performance Criteria Checklist will
Performance Criteria Checklist guide and help you evaluate you as you
before showing it to your trainer are practicing your skill
Evaluate your own work using the
Operation Criteria. When you are ready,
present your work to your trainer for final
evaluation and recording. If you have any
questions about the use of the task sheet
please ask your trainer.