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Chapter 2 - Lab Procedures and Tools2.0 Lab Procedures and Tool Used2.0.1 Introduction >2.0.1.1 IntroductionThe image on this page shows three technicians working in a lab setting. 2.1 Safe Lab Procedures2.1.1 Procedures toProtect People >2.1.1.1 General SafetyThe figure on this page shows an image of a clean and organized work area as an example of how to keep a workstation. It also shows an image of a messy and disorganized work area as an example of how not to leave a workstation. 2.1.1 Procedures toProtect People >2.1.1.2 Electrical SafetyThe image on this page shows a warning sign that the computer monitor and power supply are high voltage items and can pose a danger if service is attempted by an untrained person. 2.1.1 Procedures toProtect People >2.1.1.3 Fire SafetyThe image on this page shows a person using a fire extinguisher to put out a fire. 2.1.2 Procedures to Protect Equipment and data >2.1.2.1 1 ESD and EMIThe figure on this page shows the following three images of sources of electro-static discharge (ESD):
2.1.2 Procedures to Protect Equipment and data >2.1.2.2 Power Fluctuation TypesThe image on this page shows the following LEDs from an uninterrupted power supply (UPS):
2.1.2 Procedures to Protect Equipment and data >2.1.2.3 Power Protection DevicesThe image on this page shows four different styles of surge protectors and surge suppressors. 2.1.3 Procedures to Protect the Environment >2.1.3.1 Material Safety and Data SheetThe image on this page shows the webpage of the United States Department of Labor. It specifically highlights where to find the Occupational Safety and Health Administration area that links to Material Safety and Data Sheets (MSDS). 2.1.3 Procedures to Protect the Environment >2.1.3.2 Equipment DisposalThe image on this page shows multiple motherboards. 2.2 Proper Use of Tools2.2.1 Hardware Tools >2..2.1.1 General Tool UseThe image on this page shows a laptop and a set of tools to work on a computer. The set includes various sizes of screwdrivers, needle-nose pliers and a multi-meter. 2.2.1 Hardware Tools >2.2.1.2 ESD ToolsThe figure on this page is an interactive activity that gives the following descriptions for an Antistatic Wrist Strap and an Antistatic Mat: Antistatic Wrist Strap: Antistatic Mat: 2.2.1 Hardware Tools >2.2.1.3 Hand ToolsThe figure is an interactive activity that lists the following twelve common hand tools. As each hand tool is selected an image and description are displayed:
2.2.1 Hardware Tools >2.2.1.4 Cleaning ToolsThe figure is an interactive activity that lists the following four common cleaning tools. As each cleaning tool is selected an image and description are displayed:
2.2.1 Hardware Tools >2.2.1.5 Diagnostic ToolsImage 1 on this page shows a digital multi-meter which is used to test the integrity of circuits and the quality of electricity in computer components. Image 2 on this page shows a loopback adapter which is used to test the basic functionality of computer ports. IImage 3 on this page shows a Toner Probe which is used to trace cables. Image 4 on this page shows an external enclosure which houses a hard drive that can be used to diagnose a customer's hard drive or computer that does not boot. The external enclosure can also be used to create backups of a customer's hard drive. 2.2.2 Software Tool >2.2.2.1 Disk Management ToolsThe figure is an interactive activity that lists the following seven disk management tools. As each disk management tool is selected a screen capture is displayed: FDISK.
@@# Create DOS partition or Logical DOS Drive
END OF COMMAND PROMPT OUTPUT Disk Management. Format. Scandisk or Chkdsk.
END OF CHKDSK OUTPUT Defrag. Disk Cleanup. System File Checker.
END OF COMMAND PROMPT OUTPUT 2.2.2 Software Tool >2.2.2.2 Protection Software ToolsThe figure is an interactive activity that lists the following four protection software tools. As each protection software tool is selected a screen capture is displayed: Windows 7 Action Centre. Antivirus Program. Antispyware Program. Windows 7 Firewall. 2.2.2 Software Tool >2.2.2.3: Worksheet - Diagnostic SoftwareSee IT Essentials 5.0 Labs and Worksheets Accessible Files. 2.2.3 Organisational Tools >2.2.3.1 Reference ToolsThe image on this page shows a screen capture of the Microsoft TechNet Support website for technical solutions regarding Microsoft products. 2.2.3 Organisational Tools >2.2.3.2 Miscellaneous ToolsImage 1 on this page shows different types of computer screws seperated and labelled to show type and quantity. Image 2 on this page shows pictures of the following types of computer replacement parts:
2.2.4 Demonstrate Proper Tool Use >2.2.4.1 Antistatic Wrist StrapThe image on this page shows a computer technician wearing an antistatic wrist strap. 2.2.4 Demonstrate Proper Tool Use >2.2.4.2 Antistatic MatThe image ion this page shows a computer case and components placed on top of an antistatic mat. 2.2.4 Demonstrate Proper Tool Use >2.2.4.3 Hand ToolsImage 1 on this page shows proper screwdriver use. Clockwise to tighten a screw and counter clockwise to loosen a screw. Image 2 on this page shows a screw with stripped thread. Image 3 on this page illustrates that a Flat Head screwdriver should be used only for Flat Head screws and not for Phillips Head screws. Image 4 on this page shows a Phillips Head screwdriver being used on a Phillips Head screw. Image 5 on this page shows a Hex Driver Image 6 on this page shows the following component retrievel tools:
Image 7 on this page is an interactive activity showing a Fluke Networks 110 Multimeter. The activity allows the learner to understand the various parts of a multimeter. As each part is highlighted the following descriptions are displayed:
2.2.4 Demonstrate Proper Tool Use >2.2.4.4: Lab - Using a Multimeter and a Power Supply TesterSee IT Essentials 5.0 Labs and Worksheets Accessible Files. 2.2.4 Demonstrate Proper Tool Use >2.2.4.5: Lab - Testing UPC Cables Using a Loopback Plug and Cable MeterSee IT Essentials 5.0 Labs and Worksheets Accessible Files. 2.2.4 Demonstrate Proper Tool Use >2.2.4.6: Cleaning MaterialsImage 1 on this page shows severe dust build up on computer components. Image 2 on this page shows a table listing the computer components that should be cleaned and correct cleaning materials to use.
2.2.4 Demonstrate Proper Tool Use >2.2.4.7: Lab - Computer DisassemblySee IT Essentials 5.0 Labs and Worksheets Accessible Files. 2.3 Lab Procedures and Tool Use2.3.1 Summary >2.3.1.1 SummaryThe image on this page shows 3 students working with hand tools on a piece of computer hardware. End of Chapter 2: Lab Procedures and Tool Use. Next - Chapter 3: Computer Assembly. |