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Computer Test Introduction

The document outlines a formative assessment for a desktop computer course, consisting of various questions about computer components, memory, input/output devices, storage devices, operating systems, data communication, and workstation setup. It includes a practical task for setting up a workstation with specific resources and health and safety considerations. Additionally, there is an evaluation checklist for assessing the workstation setup based on specific criteria.

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Computer Test Introduction

The document outlines a formative assessment for a desktop computer course, consisting of various questions about computer components, memory, input/output devices, storage devices, operating systems, data communication, and workstation setup. It includes a practical task for setting up a workstation with specific resources and health and safety considerations. Additionally, there is an evaluation checklist for assessing the workstation setup based on specific criteria.

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SECTION A: FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT

Answer all questions in this section.

Question 1
Describe the basic parts of a Desktop computer and state each part use (8)

Question 2
I. Identify 3 the components of a computer. (3)
II. Identify 3 components of ICT (3)

Question 3 (SO 2, AC 1)
What is the purpose and function of a RAM? (4)

1
Question 4 (SO 2, AC 2)
Define the memory of a personal computer in terms of memory size, types of memory and their purpose
(6)

Question 5
Identify at least:
 3 of the input devices and their functions.
 3 of the output devices and their functions (6)
Question 6
Identify and describe at least 3 of the storage devices in terms of their purpose and capacity (6)
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Question 7
Describe operating software in terms of its function, giving examples of current OS software commonly in
use. (6)

Question 8
Give at least 3 examples types of keyboard (4)
Question 9 (SO 4, AC 1)
Define data communication in terms of its different forms of data communication and examples given.(5)

Question 10
What is computer? (4)

Total (55)
PRACTICAL TASK 1

Your facilitator or assessor shall make the following available for this practical demonstration.
 Monitor
 Keyboard
 Mouse
 Power supply
 VGA Cable
 Network Cable and 2 other peripheral Device
 Desk
 Chair
 Manufacturer’s manual

The aim of this practical task is to demonstrate how to set-up a workstation.

Using the above resources, demonstrate the following in the presence of the facilitator or assessor:
I. Set-up a computer work station taking into account the following:
 Lighting
 VDU position
 Seating position
 Use of input devices (e.g. keyboard, mouse)
II. Set-up a computer work station taking into account health and safety issues.

NOTE
 As you demonstrate the above activities, the facilitator or assessor will be completing the
observation checklist attached.
 Attach the observation checklist in your POE.
EVALUATION CHECKLIST
NAME: …………………………………….….
SURNAME: ……………………………….… DATE:
COMPANY……………………………….…..
ID……………………………………………... TIME:

EVALUATION CRITERIONS MET DID NOT MEET COMMENTS OR


REQUIREMENTS REQUIREMENTS ACTION
REQUIRED

PRACTICAL TASK
SETTING UP A WORKSTATION

The workstation is positioned on a well


light area
The VDU position is appropriate
The seating position is appropriate and
does not cause back pain, neck pain,
repetitive strain and eye strain.
Input devices are correctly positioned
Power cables are laid properly and
neat
Work station is close to power points
Power sockets are not over loaded.

GENERAL COMMENTS:

Date…………………….. Time started……………….. Time completed……………….

FACILITATOR NAME FACILITATOR SIGNATURE ASSESSOR ENDORSEMENT


(SIGNATURE)
……………………………… ……………………………………. ………………………………….

Total (45)

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