HOW TO USE THIS COMPETENCY- BASED

LEARNING MATERIALS

Welcome!
The unit of competency, "Install and configure computer systems ", is one of
the competencies o f COMPUTER SYSTEMS SERVICING NCII 1, a course
which comprises the knowledge, skills and attitudes required for a TVET
trainee to possess.
The module, Install and configure computer systems, contains
training materials and activities related to 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.
In this module, you are required to go through a series of learning
activities in order to complete each learning outcome. In each learning
outcome are Information Sheets, Self-Checks, Task Sheets and Job Sheets.
Follow and perform the activities on your own. If you have questions, do not
hesitate to ask for assistance from your facilitator.
Remember to:
 Read information sheets and complete the self-checks. 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 outputs 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 Accomplishment Chart. Outputs
shall serve as your portfolio during the Institutional Competency
Evaluation. When you feel confident that you have had sufficient
practice, ask your trainer to evaluate you. The results of your
assessment will be recorded in your Progress Chart and
Accomplishment Chart.
You must pass the Institutional Competency Evaluation for this
competency before moving to another competency. A Certificate of
Achievement will be awarded to you after passing the evaluation.
You need to complete this module before you can perform the module
on Set-up Computer Networks.
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COMPETENCY-BASED LEARNING

MATERIALS List of Competencies

No. Unit of Competency Module Title Code

Install and configure Installing and configuring ELC724331

1. computer systems
computer systems

Set-up Computer Setting Up Computer ELC724332

2.
Networks Networks

Set-up Computer Setting Up Computer ELC724333

3.
Servers Servers
Maintain and repair Maintaining and repairing
4. Computer systems and computer systems and ELC724334
Networks Networks
 MODULE
CONTENT

UNIT OF COMPETENCY Install and Configure

MODULE TITLE Installing and Configuring

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:

LEARNING
OUTCOMES:
At the end of this module you MUST be able to:

1. Assemble computer hardware

2. Prepare installer
3. Install operating system and drivers for peripherals/ devices
4. Install application software
5. Conduct testing and documentation

ASSESSMENT
CRITERIA:

1.1 Unit assembly is planned and prepared to ensure OH&S policies and procedures
Are followed in accordance with systems requirements.
1.2 Materials necessary to complete the work are identified and obtained in accordance
with established procedures and checked against systems requirements.
1.3 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.

1.4 Computer hardware is assembled in accordance with established procedures and

systems requirements.

1.5 Basic-input-output-system (BIOS) configuration is performed in accordance with

hardware requirements.

1.6 Portable bootable devices are created in accordance with software manufacturer
instruction

1.7 Customized installers are prepared in accordance with software utilization guide
and end user agreement.

1.8 Installation of portable applications are carried out in accordance with software user
guide and software license

1.9 Operating system (OS) is installed in accordance with established installation

 procedures and to comply with end-user requirements

1.10 Peripherals/devices drivers are installed and configured in accordance with

manufacturer’s instructions and/or OS installation procedures.

1.11 OS and drivers updates/patches are accessed and installed in accordance with
manufacturer’s recommendations and requirements.

1.12 On-going checks of the quality of the work are undertaken in accordance with
established procedures.

1.13 Application software are installed based on software installation guides, end-user
requirements and software license agreement

1.14 Variation to application software installation is carried out in accordance to

customer/client requirements

1.15 Software updates are accessed and installed in accordance with manufacturer’s
recommendations and requirements

1.16 Devices / systems and/or installation is tested to determine whether it conforms

to requirements

1.17 Stress test is conducted to ensure reliability of equipment in accordance with

manufacturer’s instructions and system requirements

1.18 5S and 3Rs are followed according to environmental policies

1.19 Documentation in relation to the test is forwarded to appropriate personnel

and/or authority in accordance with requirements
 Self-Assessment Check

Qualification Title Computer Systems Servicing NC II

COC 1 Title Install and Configure Computer Systems

Instruction: Read each question and check the appropriate box to indicate your
answer:

Can I? Yes No

 Plan and Prepare unit for assembly

 Identify and obtain materials necessary to complete the

work and check against system requirements

 Obtain tools, equipment and testing devices to carry out

the work and check for correct operation safety

 Assemble following computer hardware according to

establish OH & S and procedures and systems
requirements:
A. Motherboard and its components
B. Hard drives and it’s accessories
C. Power supply
D. Peripherals such as keyboard, mouse and cables

 Perform basic Input Output System (BIOS) configuration

based on system requirements*

 Create portable bootable devices according to software

manufacturer’s instruction

 Prepare customized installers according to software

utilization guide and end-user agreement

 Install portable applications according to software user

guide and software license

 Install operating system according to establish

installation procedure and end user agreement

 Install and configure drivers or peripherals and devices

according to manufacturer’s recommendations and
requirements*

 Check quality of work according to establish procedures*

 Install application software on installation guides, end

user agreement and license agreement*

 Carry out variation in application software installation

according to manufacturer’s recommendation and
requirements*

 Access and install software updates based on

manufacturer’s recommendations and requirements*

 Test devices/systems/installation to determine whether

they confirm to requirements*

 Conduct stress test to ensure reliability of equipment*

 Follow 5S and 3Rs according to environmental policies

  Complete and forward the documentation to
appropriate personnel and/or authority

I agree to undertake assessment in knowledge that information will used only for
professional development purposes and can be only accessed by concerned
assessment personnel and my manager/supervisor.

CANDIDATES SIGNITURE: DATE:

SELF-ASSESSMENT CHECK

Qualification Title COMPUTER SYSTEMS SERVICING NCII

COC 2 Title SET UP COMPUTER NETWORKS

Instruction: Read each question and check the appropriate box to indicate your
answer.

Can I? YES NO

 Determine and plan cable routes according to network

design*

 Identify and obtain network materials necessary to

complete the work according to established procedures
and checks against system requirements*

 Obtain tools, equipment and testing devices needed to

carry out the installation work in accordance with
established procedures and check for correct operation
and safety*

 Use appropriate and personal protective equipment and

follows OH & S policies and procedures

 Perform copper cable splicing in accordance with the

standards such as the 568A and 568B color coding
cabling standards*

 Install network cables and cable raceway in accordance

with established procedures and installation
requirements*
-Slotted PVC
-metallic raceway
-flexible conduit

 Perform and check installation work to ensure compliance

with requirements*

 Follow 5S and 3Rs according to environmental policies

 Check Network connectivity of each terminal in

accordance with network design*

 Diagnose and remedy network fault or problem in line

with the standard operating procedures

 Carry out communication checking between terminals in

accordance with OS network configuration guides
-File sharing
-Access network resources

 Configure network Interface card (NIC) setting accordance

with network design*
-Configure IP address of all devices configured

 Respond to unplanned events or conditions in accordance

with established procedures*
-Diagnose problems by retracing steps or localizing the
trouble area
  Set router/Wi-Fi/wireless access point/repeater
configuration*
-Configure and set order

 Configure Client device systems settings in accordance

with manufacturer’s instructions, end-user preference and
network design*

 Configure client computer wi-fi access

 Configure local network (LAN) port*

 Configure wide area network (WAN) port*

 Configure wireless settings*

 Configure security/firewall/advance settings*

 Undertake final inspection to ensure that configuration

conforms with manufacturer’s instructions/manual*

 Check computer networks to ensure safe operation*

 Prepare/complete reports according to company

requirements*

I agree to undertake assessment in the knowledge that information gathered will

used only for professional development purposes and can only be accessed by
concerned assessment personnel and my manager/supervisor.

Candidate’s signature: Date: