SCHOOLS DIVISION OF PARAÑAQUE CITY

TLE 7/8 COMPUTER SYSTEMS SERVICING

EXPLORATORY
WEEK 1
ENTRY BEHAVIOR

Brief Introduction

Computer Literacy is the knowledge and ability to use computers effectively and
efficiently but it can vary from time to time. Nonetheless, the word “computer literate” denotes
more of knowing the parts of the computer and the ability to perform simple or basic operations
using several specific applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, presentations and
even Google.
Nowadays, Computer literacy is considered very important skill to possess and
computers becomes an essential part of our daily life and not knowing how to operate and
even do basic troubleshooting can be a drawback. Most especially in this time of pandemic,
learners would need to at least know how to open the computer or use mobile phones and
apply what they know for them to be at home and safe from the spread of the “Corona Virus”.
It can become an advantage for someone if he/she can manage to do the said skills
in any forms of technology but also know how to take care of their health when using the said
technology as well.
In this module, learners will be introduced to the different learning activities to be
prepared and skillful in the world of ICT - Computer System Servicing. This module will
concentrate on Lesson 2: Performing Computer Operations.

Learning Competencies

LO1. Plan and prepare for tasks to be undertaken

(TLE_IACSS9-12PCO-Ic-d-4)

Objectives

A. Content Standard: The learners demonstrate an understanding of concepts

and underlying principles in performing computer operations.
B. Performance Standard: The learners shall be able to perform computer
operations based on a given task.
C. Learning Objectives:
1. Define Computer Ergonomics.
2. Enumerate Computer Ergonomics guidelines.
3. Apply Basic Computer Ergonomics

Let’s Recall

A. Direction. Write TRUE if the statement is correct and FALSE if it is wrong. Write
your answers on the space provided.
1. Ergonomics is the science of fitting the job to the worker.

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2. Sitting at a computer for many hours a day may cause back ache, tightness of neck and
numbness of legs.
3. Leaning forward to see the monitor contributes to poor posture.
4. Repetitive rotation of your head between work and your computer results in good exercise
and stretching.
5. Soreness, tingling, and numbness in your wrists or hands are all symptoms of MSD
(Specific Musculoskeletal Disorders).

Let’s Understand

COMPUTER WORKSTATION ERGONOMICS

Ergonomics is a science of designing the workplace environment to fit the user with
utmost safety and efficiency. It is also referred to as human engineering.
Computer ergonomics is the study of how we interact with our computers. Scientists that study
computer ergonomics, attempt to find solutions to strain, fatigue, and injuries caused by poor
product design or workplace arrangement. Their goal is to create an overall comfortable and
relaxed workplace environment.
Sitting at a computer for many hours a day, many people find themselves looking for
a better way to work. Most people working with computer often complains how their back hurts
most of the time, their neck gets too tight, and find their legs numb. These practices can lead
to cumulative trauma disorders or repetitive stress injuries, which create a life-long impact on
health. Symptoms may include pain, muscle fatigue, loss of sensation, tingling and reduced
performance.
So what can we do when your workstation is ergonomically wrong? Here are some
guidelines on how to properly improve workstations to have a comfortable, safe and relaxed
posture.

Setting Up Your Workstation

• Screen placement
Set the eye to screen at the distance that permits
you to most easily focus on the screen. Usually,
this will be within an arm's length.

• Desk-top layout
Place all controls and task materials within a
comfortable reach of both hands so that there is no
unnecessary twisting of any part of the body.

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• Keyboard placement
Place the keyboard in a position that allows the
forearms to be close to the horizontal and the
wrists to be straight.

• Document holder
Place this close to the monitor screen in
the position that causes the least twisting
or inclination of the head.

• Lighting
Try not to put the screen near a window. If it is
unavoidable, ensure that neither the screen nor
the operator faces the window. The solution is
to increase the refresh rate of the monitor to at
least 75hz.

• Using a mouse
A well designed mouse should not cause undue pressure on the
wrist and forearm muscles. Keep the mouse as close as
possible to the keyboard,
elbow bent and close to the
body.

• Speed of keying
10,000 - 12,000 keystrokes per
hour is considered to be an acceptable standard.

• Length of time on the keyboard

It is recommended that operators avoid
spending more than five hours a day on
keyboard duties and no longer than 50
minutes per hour without a
postural/stretching break.

Computers-Ergonomic Guidelines
✓ Be adjusted to allow your arms to rest at a
90-degree angle to the keyboard
✓ Allow for the monitor and keyboard to be separated
✓ Have a chair that supports your back in an upright seated position with a slight arch
that may or may not contain a lumbar roll for the lower back
✓ Position the monitor to be directly in front of you (at least 18 inches) and at eye level
✓ Keep feet flat on the floor with the legs in a parallel position, and for the vertically
challenged, a footrest may be needed.
✓ If using a hard-copy document, use a document holder to keep it at eye level

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 Let’s Apply

Direction. Compare the pair of pictures per number. Encircle the correct
ergonomics and write your reason for choosing the picture.

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

Let’s Analyze

Direction. Put a check if the statement is correct and cross if it

is wrong.

1. Your knees should be bent at a comfortable angle and greater than 90 degrees flexion
when sitting in front of a computer.
2. A well-designed mouse should not cause undue pressure on the waist and forehead
muscles.
3. Set the eye to screen at a distance that permits you to most easily focus on the screen.
4. Changing posture at frequent intervals maximizes fatigue when using a computer.

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5. Place the keyboard in a position that allows the forearms to be close to the horizontal and
the wrists to be straight.
6. It is recommended that operators avoid spending more than five hours a day on keyboard
duties and no longer than 50 minutes per hour without a postural/stretching break.
7. Place all controls and task materials within a comfortable reach of both hands so that there
is no unnecessary twisting of any part of the body.
8. 10,000 - 12,000 keystrokes per day is considered an acceptable standard in typing.
9. Good posture is essential for all users of computers.
10. The solution is to increase the refresh rate of the monitor to at least 75hz.

Let’s Try

Direction. Multiple Choice. Read the statement carefully then write the letter of
your answer on the space provided.
1. This is place close to the monitor screen that causes the least twisting or inclination of the
head.
a. lightning b. document holder c. keyboard d. mouse

2. It is the study of how we interact with the computer.

a. workstations c. ergonomics
b. computer workstations d. computer ergonomics

3. It is recommended that operators avoid spending _________________ on keyboard duties

and no longer than ______________ without a postural/stretching break.
a. less than 3 hours a day, 30 minutes per hour
b. less than 5 hours a day, 50 minutes per hour
c. more than 5 hours a day, 30 minutes per hour
d. more than 5 hours a day, 50 minutes per hour

4. Keep feet flat on the floor with the legs in a parallel position, and for the vertically challenged,
you may need _____________ .
a. rubber shoes c. school shoes
b. foot massage d. footrest

5. What is the best advice we can give children to do rather than time at the computer?
a. Encourage children to use their physical energy.
b. Encourage children to watch more YouTube videos.
c. Encourage children to eat while using the computer.
d. Encourage children to take time using their mom’s mobile phone.

Let’s Create

Goal: To apply basic computer ergonomics at home.

Role: As a learner, you are tasked to apply and perform basic computer ergonomics at all
times. How are you going to do this?

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Situation: Since not all of you have computer at home. For you to apply what you have
learned, you may still do the process of showing proper ergonomics by setting-up your
workstations/study table.

Do the following:
1. Show the set-up your workstations/ study table.
2. Take 2 selfie photos of your task. (front and top view)
3. Write a short description about the importance of proper ergonomics at home.

Rubric for the Activity:

Element Excellent Strong Fair Needs
4 3 2 Improvement
1
Topic Clearly Introduces the Introduces the Topic is unclear
introduces the topic topic but focus is
topic unclear
Evidence Thoroughly Develops topic Attempts to Little to no facts
develops the within relevant develops topic concrete details
topic with facts concrete with relevant and examples
relevant facts, details and facts concrete included
concrete details examples details and
and examples. examples
Explanation Clear and Clear Explanation Little to no
concise explanation attempts to explanation
explanation discuss presented
information
Spelling and Spelling and A couple of Errors in spelling Distracting errors
Grammar grammar are errors present and grammar throughout
correct but do not distract at times
distract

Congratulations! You did a great job!