Module 16: Computer Studies
Maintenance and information systems.
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SECTION: COMPUTER STUDIES
MODULE: 16
Part A: Units
1. Computer maintenance
a. Preventive maintenance
b. Corrective maintenance
c. Safety precautions
2. Information systems (2)
a. Types of information systems
b. Components of information systems
c. Uses of information systems
Part B: Project
Document maintenance steps and map information system components.
Project Title: Maintenance and Information Systems Review
Objective: Apply computer maintenance practices and explain information systems.
Project Instructions:
- 1. List preventive maintenance tasks for a computer.
- 2. Describe two corrective maintenance actions.
- 3. Outline key safety precautions in a lab.
- 4. Describe types of information systems with examples.
- 5. Identify system components and their uses.
- 6. Consult your coach where necessary.
Evidence to Submit:
- • Maintenance checklist.
- • Safety precautions summary.
- • Information systems notes.
Submission
Part C: Training Others
Guide a peer on maintenance and information systems.
Guidance:
- • Explain preventive vs corrective maintenance.
- • Review key safety precautions.
- • Discuss information system types and components.
Reflection:
- • What did the learner understand well?
- • What needed more explanation?
- • What support do you need from your coach?
Submission
Part D: Assessment
Competency Levels:
1 = Expectations not met
2 = Partially met
3 = Satisfactorily met
4 = Excellently met
Self-assessment:
- • Maintenance practices:
- • Safety precautions:
- • Information systems:
Coach assessment:
- • Maintenance practices:
- • Safety precautions:
- • Information systems:
Submission
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