PREPARE THE
NECESSARY TOOLS
FOR UNIT ASSEMBLY
LO 1. ASSEMBLE COMPUTER
HARDWARE
Why is it important
to know the
REVIEW OF different internal
hardware
LESSON components and
their connections to
the motherboard in
relation to PC
Assembly?
01
Identify and describe the
essential tools required for
assembling a personal computer.
LEARNING
OBJECTIVES 02
Explain the purpose and
significance of each tool in the
PC assembly process.
Demonstrate the proper handling
03 and organization of tools
necessary for a PC assembly
project.
DO YOU KNOW
THESE TOOLS?
ESSENTIAL TOOLS
IN PC ASSEMBLY
PHILLIPS SCREW DRIVER
The Phillips screwdriver is used to secure and
loosen cross-head screws, which are commonly
found in PC cases, power supplies, and some
hardware components.
Recommendations:
Use a magnetic-tipped Phillips screwdriver for
easy handling of small screws. The magnetic tip
helps hold screws in place, making it more
efficient and less likely to drop or lose screws
during assembly.
SCREW TRAY
A screw tray, also known as a screw organizer, is
used for holding and organizing screws and small
components during PC assembly.
Recommendations:
Opt for a transparent screw tray with multiple
compartments. This allows you to see the contents
clearly and helps keep screws sorted by size and
purpose, making them easy to access during
assembly. Magnetic tray for a spill-free.
HEX NUT DRIVER
A hex nut driver is used to tighten or loosen
hexagonal nuts or bolts, often found on CPU coolers
and some other PC components.
Recommendations:
Use a set of hex nut drivers with various sizes to
ensure compatibility with different hardware
components. Ensure the driver has a comfortable
grip for efficient use.
FLASHLIGHT OR HEADLAMP
A flashlight or headlamp is used to provide
additional illumination in areas with limited
visibility, such as inside a PC case or when working
in low-light conditions.
Recommendations:
Choose a flashlight or headlamp with adjustable
brightness settings for versatility. In tight spaces,
a headlamp can be particularly useful as it leaves
both hands free for work.
ADJUSTABLE WRENCH
An adjustable wrench is used for tightening or
loosening nuts and bolts of various sizes, typically
found on PC case standoffs and some connectors.
Recommendations:
Select an adjustable wrench with a comfortable
grip and a wide jaw opening range to
accommodate different-sized fasteners. Ensure it
is well-maintained to prevent slipping and
damaging components.
1.WHAT ARE THE
WATCH THE
TOOLS SHOWN IN VIDEO AND
THE VIDEO? ANSWER THE
QUESTIONS
2. WHAT IS THE
PURPOSE OF EACH
TOOL?
ACTIVITY - TOOL
INSPECTION
GROUP ACTIVITY
Each group will be given a task. In this this task, you will have to
identify what tools will accomplish the task.
Discuss your answer within the group
ACTIVITY - TOOL
INSPECTION
GROUP ACTIVITY
Find a picture of the component and the tools used for it.
Choose at least 2 tools.
Create a slide presentation in Powerpoint or Canva. Later, you
will present it in class and explain how does it accomplish the
task.
ACTIVITY - TOOL
INSPECTION
GROUP 1 GROUP 2 GROUP 3 GROUP 4
Task: Remove the Task: Remove the
Task: Remove the Task: Remove the
hard drive and CPU fan and
cover of the motherboard from
optical drive of the heatsink of the
computer case. the computer case.
computer. processor.
SLIDES CONTENT
SLIDE 1 SLIDE 2 SLIDE 3 & 4 SLIDE 5
GROUP NAME Your task with a Tool #1&2 with
Name your group picture of the picture and how will Your group wacky
related to PC component you will you use it to picture.with tools
Assembly or Tools work into. accomplish the task
SLIDES CONTENT
SLIDE 1 SLIDE 2 SLIDE 3 & 4 SLIDE 5
GROUP NAME Your task with a Tool #1 with picture
Name your group picture of the and how will you use Handling and
related to PC component you will it to accomplish the Organization of Tools
Assembly or Tools work into. task
SLIDE 6
Group Wacky Pictures with Tools
30 MINUTES PREPARATION
ORGANIZING TOOLS FOR EFFICIENCY
DURING THE PC ASSEMBLY PROCESS
TOOL TOOL TOOL LABELS CABLE
SELECTION PLACEMENT MANAGEMENT:
Lay out all the Use a dedicated Label tools or Use cable ties and
required tools before workbench or surface compartments in your organizers to manage
starting the assembly to organize your tools. toolbox to help cables efficiently.
process. Place tools identify them quickly. Route and secure
Arrange tools in the strategically so that Use clear and legible cables neatly to avoid
order you expect to they are within arm's labels, ensuring that obstruction during
use them, making it reach and easily every tool has its assembly and to
easier to locate and accessible. designated spot. maintain good airflow
retrieve each one as inside the PC case.
needed.
PRACTICAL TIPS FOR KEEPING SCREWS
AND SMALL PARTS ORGANIZED
LABELED MAGNETIC MATS DOCUMENTING DOUBLE-CHECK
CONTAINERS OR TRAYS
Use small, transparent Consider using Take pictures or make Always double-check
containers or pill organizers magnetic mats or trays notes during disassembly that you have collected
to store screws and small to hold screws to document the location all the screws and small
parts. securely, preventing and orientation of screws parts before proceeding
Label the containers with them from rolling or and parts. to the next step.
the corresponding getting lost. This documentation can It's easy to overlook a
component or step they Label areas on the mat be invaluable during small screw, which can
belong to, such as or tray to indicate reassembly, especially if lead to complications
"motherboard screws" or where specific screws the PC assembly process later in the assembly
"CPU cooler parts." should be placed. is interrupted. process.
ACTIVITIES & MORE
HANDLING AND
ORGANIZATION
ACTIVITY - HANDLING AND ORGANIZATION
GROUP ACTIVITY
Discuss proper handling and care for the tools, including
safety precautions.
1. Screwdrivers:
2. Pliers and Tweezers
3. Flashlight
4. Adjustable wrench
5. Hex nut driver
HOW CAN THE SKILLS AND CONCEPTS
LEARNED ABOUT PREPARING TOOLS IN
PC ASSEMBLY BE APPLIED IN YOUR
DAILY LIFE OUTSIDE OF COMPUTER
ASSEMBLY PROJECTS?
AFTER LEARNING ABOUT THE
NECESSARY TOOLS AND THEIR PROPER
ORGANIZATION FOR PC ASSEMBLY,
TELL THE IMPORTANCE OF PREPARING
AND ORGANIZING TOOLS IN VARIOUS
WORKPLACE.
ASSIGNMENT
WATCH A VIDEO ON HOW TO ASSEMBLE A
PERSONAL COMPUTER. WRITE DOWN THE STEP
BY STEP PROCEDURE TO ACCOMPLISH THE TASK.
