Element 1 : Demonstrate knowledge of the hardware components of a personal
computer system[1].

1.1

Hardware components are identified in terms of device type and functions
 – input, storage, output, processing devices.

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.

2.1

System software and its purpose is identified.

2.2

Application software is identified and its purpose stated in
terms of outputs[2].

2.3

The nature of the interaction between system and application
software is identified and described.

Element 3 : Operate a printer

3.1

Data from a personal computer is displayed on printed output media.

3.2

Simple printer hardware faults and printer related error messages are
identified and remedied – remedies may be demonstrated or explained.

Element 4 : Complete basic operation and maintenance procedures for a
personal computer system.

4.1

The basic components of a personal computer system are connected
to enable it to be operated safely – evidence of five examples is required.

4.2

A personal computer system is powered up.

4.3

Simple hardware faults are identified in terms of faulty components
and loose or disconnected plugs.

4.4

A personal computer system is cared for and maintained according
to specified requirements – cleaning, replenishing consumables,
use of system protection and/or maintenance utility software.

Element 5 : Demonstrate knowledge of ergonomic principles for the safe o
peration of a personal computer system.

5.1

Ergonomic principles in terms of user physical well-being are identified[3].

5.2

Ergonomic principles in terms of environment are identified –
two of lighting, dust, ventilation, room space, temperature, cables, furniture.

5.3

Ergonomic principles in terms of type of machine components are identified –
two of keyboard rest, UV filter, anti-glare screen, mouse design, desk space,
printer location.