ITT2780 – Operate a Personal Computer (2780)

Module code

ITT2780

Module title

Operate a Personal Computer (2780)

Prescription

People credited with this unit standard are able to: demonstrate knowledge of the hardware components of a personal computer system; demonstrate knowledge of the operation of the system and application software of a personal computer; operate a printer; complete basic operation and maintenance procedures for a personal computer system; and demonstrate knowledge of ergonomic requirements for the safe operation of a personal computer system.

Programmes

EU7000

NZQA Level

Level 1

NZQA Credits

Delivery method

Not Web enabled

Learning hours

Directed hours: 18
Self directed hours: 12
Total learning hours: 30

Resources required

Evidence of Achievement: Element 1
Demonstrate knowledge of the hardware components of a personal computer system.
Range hardware components may include but are not limited to . central processing
unit, motherboard, keyboard, mouse, display monitor, disk drive, Random
Access Memory (RAM), Read Only Memory (ROM), printer, digital camera,
scanner, modem, WiFi, connection to a network or the Internet.
Evidence of six hardware components is required but must include RAM and
ROM.
Performance criteria
1.1 Hardware components are identified in terms of device type and functions.
Range device types include but are not limited to . input, storage, output,
processing.
1.2 The interaction of components is identified in terms of the flow of data between
them.
Element 2
Demonstrate knowledge of the operation of the system and application software of a
personal computer.
Performance criteria
2.1 System software is identified and described in terms of its purpose and
operation.
2.2 Application software is identified and its purpose stated in terms of outputs.
Range common software applications may include but are not limited to .
word processing, spreadsheet, database, desktop publishing,
graphics, communication, multimedia, web browser.
Evidence of four applications is required.
2.3 The interaction between system software and application software is described.
Element 3
Operate a printer.
Performance criteria
3.1 Data from a personal computer is displayed on printed output media.
Range data from a minimum of four different applications is printed.
3.2 Simple printer hardware faults and printer related error messages are identified
and remedied.
Range remedies must be demonstrated or explained for a minimum of
two faults.
Element 4
Complete basic operation and maintenance procedures for a personal computer system.
Performance criteria
4.1 The basic components of a personal computer system are connected to enable
it to be operated safely.
Range components may include but are not limited to . system unit,
keyboard, monitor, mouse or other pointing device, power leads,
digital camera, scanner, portable external storage, modem,
connection to a network or the Internet.
Evidence of five examples is required.
4.2 A personal computer system is powered up according to organisational
requirements and confirmed as working.
4.3 Simple hardware faults are identified and corrected or reported according to
organisational requirements.
Range may include but is not limited to . faulty components, loose or
disconnected plugs.
A minimum of three faults are identified, corrected or reported.
4.4 A personal computer system is cared for and maintained according to
organisational requirements.
Range may include but is not limited to . cleaning, replenishing
consumables, use of system protection and/or maintenance utility
software.
Evidence of maintenance of one of each of hardware and software
is required.
Element 5
Demonstrate knowledge of ergonomic principles for the safe operation of a personal
computer system.
Range according to the approved code of practice.
Performance criteria
5.1 Ergonomic principles are explained in terms of user physical well-being.
Range three of . desk dimensions, posture in chair and seating height;
feet placement; position of monitor, keyboard, and mouse relative
to user; rest periods and exercises.
5.2 Ergonomic requirements are explained in terms of environment.
Range two of . space, housekeeping, atmospheric conditions, noise,
lighting, dcor, printer location.
Content: As specified in the performance criteria for this unit standard.