Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
PUBLIC TECHNICAL -VOCATIONAL
HIGH SCHOOLS

Unit of Competency: USE BASIC ELECTRONIC HAND TOOLS

Module No. 1 Module Title: USING BASIC ELECTRONIC HAND
TOOLS
 TABLE OF CONTENTS
How to Use this Module..........................................................................ii
Introduction...........................................................................................iii
Technical Terms.....................................................................................iv
Learning Outcome 1: Identify Functional Basic Electronic
Hand Tools..............................................................................................1
 Learning Experiences/Activities....................................................2
 Activity Sheet 1.1........................................................................10
 Activitiy Sheet 1.1.......................................................................12
 Activity Sheet 1.2........................................................................13
 Activity Sheet 1.3........................................................................15
 Self-Check Sheet 1.3...................................................................15
Learning Outcome 2: Use Appropriate Basic Electronic
Hand Tools Based on the Safety Requirements..........................16
 Learning Experiences/Activities..................................................17
 Activity Sheet 2.1........................................................................18
 Operation Sheet 2.1....................................................................19
 Operation Sheet 2.2....................................................................20
 Operation Sheet 2.3....................................................................21
 Information Sheet 2.1.................................................................22
 Activity Sheet 2.2........................................................................27
Learning Outcome 3: Maintain Basic Electronic Hand Tools.................28
 Learning Experiences/Activities..................................................29
 Activity Sheet 3.1........................................................................30
 Operation Sheet 3.1....................................................................31
 Teacher Check Sheet 3.1............................................................31
Assessment Plan...................................................................................32
 Observation and Questioning Checklist......................................34
 Demonstration............................................................................35
 Written Report............................................................................36
Performance Test.................................................................................37
Answer Keys.........................................................................................38
Acknowledgment..................................................................................39

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 HOW TO USE THIS MODULE

Welcome to the Module “Using Basic Electronic Hand Tools”.

This module contains training materials and activities for you to
complete.

The unit of competency “Use Basic Electronic Hand Tools”

contains the knowledge, skills and desirable attitudes required for a
Consumer Electronic Servicing required to obtain the National
Certificate (NC) level II.

You are required to go through a series of learning activities in

order to complete each of the learning outcomes of the module. In
each learning outcome there are Information Sheets, Job Sheets,
Assignment Sheets, and Activity Sheets. Follow these activities on
your own and answer the Self-Check at the end of each learning
activity.

If you have questions, don’t hesitate to ask your facilitator for

assistance.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

You may already have some basic knowledge and skills covered
in this module because you have been working for sometime; or
already completed training in this area.

If you can demonstrate to your teacher in a particular skill, talk to

him/her about having them formally recognized so you don’t have to
do the same training again. If you have a qualification or Certificate of
Competency from previous trainings, show it to him/her. If the skills
you acquired are consistent with and relevant to this module, they
become part of the evidence you can present for RPL. If you are not
sure about your competence skills, discuss this with your teacher.

After completing this module ask your teacher to assess your

competence. Result of your assessment will be recorded in your
competency profile. All the learning activities are designed for you to
complete at your own pace.

Inside this module you will find the activities for you to complete
and followed by relevant information sheets for each learning outcome.
Each learning outcome may have more than one learning activity.

This module is prepared to help you achieve the required

competency, in receiving and relaying information. This will be
the source of information that will enable you to acquire the
knowledge and skills in “using basic electronic hand tools”

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 independently at your own pace or with minimum supervision or
help from your teacher.

Program/Course CONSUMER ELECTRONIC

SERVICING NC II
Unit of USE BASIC ELECTRONIC HAND
Competency TOOLS
Module Title Using Basic Electronics Hand Tools

INTRODUCTION

This module contains information and suggested learning

activities on Using Basic Electronic Hand Tools. It includes instructions
and procedure on how to use basic electronic hand tools.

This module consists of three (3) learning outcomes. Each

learning outcome contains learning activities supported by instruction
sheets. Before you perform the instructions, read the information
sheets and answer the self-check and activities provided to ascertain to
yourself and your instructor that you have acquired the knowledge
necessary to perform the skill portion of the particular learning
outcome.

Upon completing this module, report to your instructor for

assessment to check your achievement of knowledge and skills
requirements of this module. If you pass the assessment, you will be
given a certificate of completion.

SUMMARY OF LEARNING OUTCOMES

Upon completion of the module, you should be able to:

LO1. identify functional basic electronics hand tools;

LO2. use appropriate basic electronics hand tools based on the
safety requirements; and
LO3. maintain basic electronics hand tools.

PREREQUISITE

None

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 TECHNICAL TERMS

Active State. It is a condition of a semiconductor device that is

working.

Alternating Current. It is an electric current that is continually

varying in value and reversing its direction of
flow at regular interval.

Anode. It is a positive electrode of semiconductor device.

Biasing Current. It is a current supply needed by the

semiconductor
in order to work properly.

Capacitance. It is a property that exits whenever two conductors

are
separated by insulating material, permitting the
storage
of electricity.

Capacitor. It is a component designed intentionally to have a

definite
amount of capacitance.

Cathode. It is a negative electrode of semi-conductor devices.

Circuit. It is an arrangement of one or more complete paths of

electron flow.

Conductor. It is a wire, cable, or other body or medium that is

suitable for carrying electric current.

Couple. This is to connect two circuits so signals are transferred

from one to the other.

Current. It is the rate of transfer of electricity from one point to

another.

Cut-off State. It is a condition of a semiconductor device that is not

working.

DC Milli-Ammeter. It is an instrument that measures the amount

of
direct current flow in a component or circuit.

Desoldering. It is a process of unsoldering unwanted parts or

components in the circuit with the support of soldering
tool.

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Dielectric Material. It is a material that serves as insulator with
poor electric conductivity.

Direct Current. It is an electric current that flows in one direction.

Discrete Components. They are separated components.

Junction. It is a hybrid of an electronic circuit enclosed in a single

package having an output that varies directly proportional
to the input.

Ohmmeter. It is an instrument that measures the amount of

resistance in certain component or circuits.

PCB. It is a Printed Circuit Board or (PCB) which is actually printed

wiring boards that have components inserted into the hole and
soldered to form its circuit connection.

Quiescent Point. It is the least amount of operating current of

semi
conductor in order to work properly.

Resistance. It is the opposition that a component or material offers

to
the flow current.

Resistor. It is a component designed intentionally to have a definite

amount of resistance.

Soldering. It is a process of joining two metals caused by heat

Soldering Technique. It is a right process in which the solder

(lead) is being applied in a connection or in the printed circuit board.

Splicing. It is defined as a joint that connect two lengths of

conductor.

Voltage. It is the electrical pressure that exist between two points

and capable of producing a flow of current when a close circuit is
connected between the points.

Voltmeter. It is an instrument that measures the amount of

electromotive force in a component or circuit.

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Program/Course CONSUMER ELECTRONIC
SERVICING NC II
Unit of
USE HAND TOOLS
Competency
Module Title USING HAND TOOLS
Learning Outcome 1: Identify functional basic electronic hand
tools.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

1. Basic electronic hand tools are identified according to their

applications.
2. Basic electronic hand tools are specified according to job
requirements.
3. Functions of electronic hand tools are identified and
explained.

REFERENCES:

- Buban, Peter andSchmitt, Marshall. Technical Electricity and

Electronics, New York: Mc Graw-Hill: 1972.
- Grob, Bernard. Basic Electronics, 4th Edition; New York: Mc Graw-
Hill Company: 1977
- Grob, Bernard. Electronics Circuits and Application; McGraw-Hill
Company, USA: 1982
- Markus, John. Electronics Dictionary, 4th Edition; New York:
McGraw-Hill Company: 1945

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 LEARNING EXPERIENCE/ACTIVITIES

Learning Outcome 1: Choose functional basic electronic hand

tools
Learning Activities Special Instruction
1. Read the Information
Sheet 1.1 on identifying and
classifying the different hand
tools used in Consumer
Electronics Servicing.
Try to answer the Self-Check
2. Answer the Self-Check to
without looking at the
determine how much you
answer key.
have learned.

3. Compare your answers

with the answer key on the
last page of this module.

4. If you have missed some

of the questions, go over the
information sheet again.

5. If you have any question

or if you need clarification on
the information, ask the
assistance from your teacher
or from your classmate who
has finished this learning
outcome (LO).

6. If you have answered all

the questions, you may
proceed to the next learning
outcome (LO).

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 INFORMATION SHEET 1.1
Classification of Hand Tools

Basic Electronic Hand Tools

Driving of Tools

Screwdriver. It is a device specifically designed to insert and

tighten or to loosen and remove screws. A screwdriver
comprises a head or tip which engages with a screw, a
mechanism to apply torque by rotating the tip and some way
to position and support the screwdriver. A typical hand
screwdriver comprises an approximately cylindrical handle of
a size and shape to be held by a human hand and an axial
shaft fixed to the handle, the tip of which is shaped to fit a
particular type of screw. The handle and shaft allow the
screwdriver to be positioned and supported when rotated to
apply torque.

Handle
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o Flat Screwdriver. It is used to drive or

fasten negative slotted screws.

o Phillips Screwdriver. It is used to drive

or fasten positive slotted screws. It is a screwdriver that
could take greater torque and can provide tighter
fastenings.

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Hex (Allen Wrench). It is used to drive or fasten hexagonal screws.
The head has a hexagonal hole turned by an allen key. An Allen key is
a hexagonal shaped wrench bent in letter-L. The Allen key was
invented by an American, Gilbert F. Heublein,

Precision Screwdriver Set. It is a set of small screw drivers

composed of slotted and Philips screwdrivers.

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 Soldering Tools

Soldering Iron. It is a device used for applying heat to melt

solder in attaching two metal parts. A soldering iron is
composed of a heated metal tip and an insulated handle.
Heating is often achieved electrically, by passing a current,
supplied through an electrical cord, through a heating
element. For electrical work, wires are usually soldered to
printed circuit boards, other wires, or small terminals. A low-
power iron (15-30 Watts) is suitable for this work.

Some soldering irons have interchangeable tips for

different types of work. Fine round or chisel tips are typically
used for electronics work. A new tip needs to be coated,
heated, and then covered with solder before its first use. This
procedure is called "tinning". The tinning forms a liquid layer
which facilitates the transfer of heat to the work piece. A dirty
tip does not transfer heat well. The tip needs to be kept
coated with a shiny layer of solder by occasional wiping and
applying solder directly to the tip.

- Soldering Tool Stand. It is a place of the soldering iron to

keep them away from flammable materials. The stand often
also comes with a sponge and flux pot for cleaning the tip.

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 - Desoldering tool. It is used for the removal of solder and
components from a circuit when troubleshooting, repair
purposes and to save components. Electronic components are
often mounted on a circuit board and it is usually desirable to
avoid damaging the circuit board, surrounding components,
and the component being removed.

Splicing Tools

Long Nose. It is used for holding, bending and stretching the

lead of electronic component or connecting wire.

Side Cutter. It is a wire-cutting plier, though they are not

used
to grab or turn anything, but are used to cut wire.

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 Wire Stripper. It is a pair of opposing blades much like scissors
or
wire cutters. The addition of a center notch makes it easier to cut
the insulation without cutting the wire. This type of wire stripper is
used by rotating it around the insulation while applying pressure
in
order to make a cut around the insulation. Since the insulation is
not bonded with the wire, it will be pulled easily at the end.

Notch

Boring Tools

12 Volt Mini-Drill. It is used to bore or drill holes in the

printed circuit board (pcb).

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 Portable Electric Drill. It is used for boring hole/s in the
plastic chassis or metal chassis with the used of drill bits.

Metal File. It is a hand tool used to shape metals by grinding. A

file
series of sharp, parallel ridges or teeth. Most files have a
narrow, pointed tang at one end to which a handle can be
fitted.

Flat Files. They are parallel in width and tapered in

thickness. They are used for flat surfaces and edges.
Half Round Files. They are tapers in width and
thickness, coming to a point, and are narrower than a
standard half round which are used for filing inside of
rings.
Round Files. They are also called rat-tail files gradually
tapered and are used for many tasks that require a round
tool, such as enlarging round holes or cutting a scalloped
edge.

Narrow
Pointed
Tang
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Round File

Flat File

Half Round
File

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 Cutting Tools

Utility Knife. It is a common tool used in cutting various

trades and crafts for a variety of purposes.

Hacksaws. They are saws for cutting metal. Some of them

have pistol grips which keep the hacksaw firm and easy to
grip. The small hand-held hacksaws are consist of a metal arch
with a handle that fits around a narrow, rigid blade. The blade
has many small saw teeth along one side. It can either be
attached such that the teeth face away from the handle,
resulting in sawing action by pushing, or be attached such that
the teeth face toward the handle, resulting in sawing action by
pulling. On the push stroke, the arch will bend a little, releasing
the tension on the blade. The blade is normally quite brittle; so
extra care is needed to be taken to prevent brittle fracture of
the blade.

Pistol Grip

Blade

Handle

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 Auxiliary Tools

Ball-peen Hammer It is a type of hammer used in metalworking.

The ball-peen hammer remains useful for many tasks such as
tapping punches and chisels. The original function of the hammer
was to "peen" riveted or welded material so that it will exhibit the
same elastic behavior as the surrounding material. Specifically,
striking the metal imparts a stress at the point of impact which
results in strain-hardening of that area. Strain hardening raises
the elastic limit of a material into the plastic range without
affecting its ultimate strength. A strain-hardened material will not
deform under the same low stresses as a non-hardened material.
Most metals can be "worked" by such methods until they lose all
of their ductile characteristics and become strong but brittle.

Magnifying Glass It is a convex lens which is used to produce

a magnified image of an object. The lens is usually mounted in
a frame with a handle (see image). Roger Bacon is the original
inventor of the magnifying glass. A magnifying glass works by
creating a magnified virtual image of an object behind the lens.
The distance between the lens and the object must be shorter
than the focal length of the lens for this to occur. Otherwise,
the image appears smaller and inverted, and can be used to
project images onto surfaces. The framed lens may be
mounted on a stand, keeping the lens at the right distance
from the table, and therefore at the right distance from the
object on the table. The latter applies if the object is small and
also if the height is adjustable. Some magnifying glasses are
foldable with built-in light

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.

Magnifying Glass
-

Paint Brush. It is made of bristles set in handle used for

cleaning dirty parts of a circuit or an object.

==

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 ACTIVITY SHEET 1.1
Classification of Basic Electronic Hand Tools

Instruction :

1. Without looking at the Information Sheet 1-1, answer the

written test on Self-Check 1.1.
2. After finishing your test, you can compare your answers with
the Answer Key 1.1.
3. You must get a score of 7 - 9 to have the rating of Very Good
and pass the Self-Check based on the Assessment Criteria 1.2.
.
SELF-CHECK SHEET 1.1

Direction: On a separate piece of paper, classify the different kinds of

hand tools according to their specifications in a Consumer Electronic
Servicing.

1. Desoldering Tools
2. Wire Stripper
3. Diagonal Cutting pliers
4. Long Nose Pliers
5. Mini Drill
6. Magnifying Glass
7. Soldering Stand
8. Flat Screw Driver
9. Soldering Iron
10. Portable Electric Drill

Assessment Criteria 1.1

Score Descriptive Grade
10 Excellent
7-9 Very good
6 Good
3-5 Fair
2-0 Poor

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 ACTIVITY SHEET 1.2
Identification of Hand Tools and its Function

Instruction :

1. Without looking at the your Information Sheet 1.1, answer the

oral test in the Self-Check 1.2.
2. After finishing your test, you can compare your answers with
the Answer Key 1.2.
3. You must get at least the score of 7 - 9 to have the rating of
Very Good and pass the Self-Check based on the Assessment
Criteria 1.2.

SELF-CHECK SHEET 1.2

Direction: Match the different hand tools with their actual pictures.
Write the letter on a separate sheet.

1. Desoldering Sucker 6. Portable Electric Drill

2. For soldering metal 7. For cutting metal
3. Soldering Stand 8. For cutting wires
4. Long Nose Pliers 9. Wire Splicer
5. For drilling small hole 10. Magnifying Glass

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 Assessment Criteria 1.2
Score Descriptive Grade
10 Excellent
7-9 Very good
6 Good
3-5 Fair
2-0 Poor

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 ACTIVITY SHEET 1.3
Specifying Basic Electronic Hand Tools

Instructions:

1 Without looking at the Information sheet 1.1, answer orally the

written questions regarding the specifications of hand tools.
2. You must get at least the score of 4 to have the rating of Very
Good and pass the Self-Check 1.3 based on Assessment
Criteria 1.3

SELF-CHECK 1.3

Direction: Answer briefly the questions below

1. Why do you think a low-power soldering iron is suitable for

electronic work?
2. Why do you think is it best to use in electronics a magnifying
glass that is foldable with built-in light?
3. Why do you think is it best to use the right size of the Philips
screwdriver?
4. Why do you think is it best to use the right size of a drill bit in
boring a hole in the metal?
5. Why do you think is it best for a soldering iron to have its
soldering stand?
Assessment Criteria 1.3
Score Descriptive Grade
5 Excellent
4 Very good
3 Good
1-2 Fair
0 Poor

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Program/Course CONSUMER ELECTRONIC
SERVICING NCII
Unit of USE BASIC ELECTRONIC HAND
Competency TOOLS
Module Title USING BASIC ELECTRONIC HAND
TOOLS

Learning Outcome 2: Use appropriate basic electronics hand tools

based on safety requirements.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

1. Electronics tools are chosen in accordance with job requirements.

2. Electronics tools are used in accordance with the manufacturer’s
manual.
3. Safety procedures in using electronic hand tools are practiced.

REFERENCES

- Buban, Peter andSchmitt, Marshall. Technical Electricity And

Electronics, New York: Mc Graw-Hill :1972.
- Grob, Bernard. Basic Electronics, 4th Edition; New York: Mc Graw-
Hill Company: 1977
- Grob, Bernard. Electronics Circuits and Application; McGraw-Hill
Company, USA: 1982
- Markus, John. Electronics Dictionary, 4th Edition; New York:
McGraw-Hill Company: 1945

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 LEARNING EXPERIENCE / ACTIVITIES

Learning Outcome 2: Use appropriate electronic hand tools

based on
the safety requirements
Learning Activities Special Instructions
1. Read procedures on the
operation sheets of hand
tools. Activity Sheets 2.1.
 Perform the activity with
2. Do the Operation Sheets the supervision of the
2.1, 2.2, and 2.3. your teacher
a. File
b. Hacksaw
c. Soldering Iron

3. Refer to the Assessment

Criteria 2.1, 2.2, and 2.3.

4. Read the Information Sheet

2.1 on safety requirements
with the use of personal  Try to answer the self-
protective equipment. check without looking at
the answer key.
5. Answer the self-check to
determine how much you
have learned.

6. Compare your answer with

the answer key on the last
pages of this module.

7. If you have missed some of

the questions, go over the
information sheet again.

8. If you have any questions

or you need clarification on
the information, ask
assistance from your teacher
or from your classmate who
have finished this learning
outcome (LO).

9. If you have answered all

the questions and finished all
the laboratory activities, you
may proceed to the next
learning outcome (LO).

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 ACTIVITY SHEET 2.1
Use of Appropriate Electronic Hand Tools based on safety
requirements

Instruction :

1. Do the following operation sheet:

a. Flat File - Operation Sheet 2.1

b. Hacksaw – Operation Sheet 2.2

c. Soldering Tools - Operation Sheet 2.3

2. You must get a score of 7 - 9 to have the rating of Very Good and
pass the Teacher-Check 2-1 based on the Assessment Criteria 2.1.

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 OPERATION SHEET 2.1
Use of Appropriate Electronic Hand Tools Based on Safety
Requirements

Procedure in using a flat file

1. Position the metal file near the edges of the object (metal) you
want to smoothen.
2. Hold the handle of the file steadily.
3. Lay the file sideways on the object work, and carefully push or
pull it across the work.
4. Continue on pushing or pulling it across the work until you
attain the desired smoothness of the surface.

TEACHER-CHECK SHEET 2.1

Direction: The teacher will prepare an actual laboratory activity

regarding filling a flat metal bar.

Filling A Metal Bar

Item Flat File 70 7 8 8 9 9 10 Score
no. 5 0 5 0 5 0
A Proper use of tool -
50%
B Quality of work - 40%
C Speed – 10%
Grade

Assessment Criteria 2.1

Score Descriptive Grade
96-100 Excellent
86-95 Very good
81-85 Good
75-80 Fair
70-74 Poor

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 OPERATION SHEET 2.2

Use of Appropriate Hand Tools Based on Safety Requirements

Procedure in using a hacksaw

1. Position the hacksaw blade near the object (metal) where you
want to cut it. Mark a straight line where hacksaw blade will
pass.
2. Hold the steadily the handle steadily.
3. Lay the saw teeth along the surface of the object work and
carefully push or pulling it across the work.
4. Continue on pushing or pulling it across the work until you
attain a complete cut of the metal.

TEACHER-CHECK SHEET 2.2

Direction: The teacher will prepare an actual laboratory activity on

cutting a metal bar.

Cutting A Metal Bar

Item Hacksaw 70 7 8 8 9 9 10 Score
no. 5 0 5 0 5 0
A Proper use of tool -
50%
B Quality of work - 40%
C Speed – 10%
Grade

Assessment Criteria 2.2

Score Descriptive Grade
96-100 Excellent
86-95 Very good
81-85 Good
75-80 Fair
70-74 Poor

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 OPERATION SHEET 2.3

Use of Appropriate Electronic Hand Tools Based on Safety

Requirements

Procedure in using a soldering iron

1. Preparing the soldering iron:

a. Place the soldering iron on the stand before plugging it.
b. Wait a few minutes for the soldering iron to attain its
operating temperature of about 4000C.
c. Wipe the tip of the soldering iron on the wet damp sponge.
d. Melt a little solder (soldering lead – 60/40) on the tip of the
iron.
e. Wipe again the tip of the soldering iron on the wet damp
sponge.
2. Soldering technique:
a. Hold the soldering iron like a pen near the base of the
handle.
b. Touch the soldering iron onto the joint to be made.
c. Feed a little solder onto the joint.
d. Remove the solder, then the soldering iron while keeping
the joint still.
e. Inspect the joint closely. It should look shiny with a volcano
shape.

TEACHER-CHECK SHEET 2.3

Use of Appropriate Electronic Hand Tools Based on Safety
Requirements

Direction: The teacher will prepare an actual laboratory activity

regarding soldering techniques.

Cutting A Metal Bar

Item Soldering Tool 70 7 8 8 9 9 10 Score
no. 5 0 5 0 5 0
A Proper use of tool -
50%
B Quality of work - 40%
C Speed – 10%
Grade

Assessment Criteria 2.3

Score Descriptive Grade
96-100 Excellent
86-95 Very good
81-85 Good

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75-80 Fair
70-74 Poor

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 INFORMATION SHEET 2.1

Safety Requirements with the Use of Personal Protective

Equipment

1. Weight. Use the lightest weight tool possible to avoid injury.

Excessively heavy tools should be equipped with the use of
mechanical support and attached hoses should be supported.

Support and equip tools with the use of mechanical support

so you don't need to hold them continuously while working. If a
mechanical support cannot be provided, the workstation should be
designed so you can put the tool down or rest in a holster when it is
not in use.

2. Balance. Additional force is required to use a badly balanced

tool. The tool's center of gravity should be close to the body, to the
handles, and in line with the center of the hands holding the tool.
Also, the weight of an unsupported hose can unbalance a tool.

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3. Torque Control. High torque requires a lot of force to keep
the tool from rotating out of your hand. Torque settings should be
set to the minimum required by job specifications, especially for in-
line and pistol-shaped tools.

4. Grip. Tool handles should allow stable and efficient grip. The
handle should be cylindrical or oval in shape, with a diameter of
between 1.25 and 1.75 inches. Tool handles should contact as much
of the hand and fingers as possible. Grips should be made of non-
slip compressible and non-conductive material. However, if the task
requires fine manipulations, a small handle and a precision grip are
preferred. Handles should not press on the base of the palm. Use
tools with long handles or handles which are large and rounded
enough to distribute the force over a large area of the palm. Avoid
form-fitting handles (handles with finger grooves), since they may
not fit the hand size of every user. Handles should be kept clean of
slippery grease, oil, or sweat.

5. Span. For two-handled manual tools, like scissors, the open

span should be about 4 inches and the closed span should be about
1.5 inches.

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6. Spring-loaded handles. A spring-loaded mechanism saves
muscular effort and reduces mechanical stress on the backs and
sides of fingers for such tools as scissors, pliers, and other manual
cutting and gripping tools which have to be opened and closed
repeatedly during use.

7. Choose the right tool shape. Pistol-shaped tools should be

used on a vertical surface or on a horizontal surface below waist
height. Bend the tool, not the wrist.

8. Avoid bending over your work.

9. Avoid overhead work. Use a ladder to reduce the need for

outstretched
arms.

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10. Keep the elbows close to the body.

11. Tilt the work surface instead of the wrist.

12. Stand with your weight evenly distributed between feet.

When standing for long periods of time, rest one foot on a
sturdy .

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13. Sit up straight so the chair offers good back support. Adjust
the chair back so that it will support the natural curve of the lower
back. Adjust the seat height to allow thighs to be in parallel to the
floor.

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 ACTIVITY SHEET 2.2
Safety Requirements with the Use of Personal Protective
Equipment

Instruction :
1. Without looking at Information Sheet 2.1, answer the written
test on the safety requirements in using hand tools and test
equipment in theSelf-Check 2.1.
2. After finishing your test, you can compare your answer with
the Answer Key 2.1.
3. You must get at least a score of 7 - 9 to have a rating of Very
Good and pass the Self-check based on Assessment Criteria
2.1.

SELF-CHECK SHEET 2.2

Direction: Write the safety requirement indicated in each number on a

separate sheet of paper.

1 2
. .

3 4 5
. . .

Assessment Criteria 2.2

Scor Descriptive
e Grade
5 Excellent
4 Very good
3 Good
1-2 Fair

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0 Poor

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Program/Course CONSUMER ELECTRONIC
SERVICING NCII
Unit of Competency USE BASIC ELECTRONIC HAND
TOOLS
Module Title USING BASIC ELECTRONIC HAND
TOOLS

Learning Outcome 3: Maintain basic electronic hand tools

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

1. Routine maintenance of electronic hand tools is practiced.

2. Electronic hand tools are kept safely in a designated location.

REFERENCES

- Buban, Peter andSchmitt, Marshall. Technical Electricity And

Electronics, New York: Mc Graw-Hill 1972.
- Grob, Bernard. Basic Electronics, 4th Edition; New York: Mc Graw-
Hill Company: 1977
- Grob, Bernard. Electronics Circuits and Application; McGraw-Hill
Company, USA: 1982
- Markus, John. Electronics Dictionary, 4th Edition; New York:
McGraw-Hill Company: 1945

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 LEARNING EXPERIENCE / ACTIVITIES

Learning Outcome 3: Maintain basic electronic hand tools

Learning Activities Special Instruction

1. Read the procedure on the

Operational Sheets of hand
tools in Activity Sheets 3.1.
Perform the activity with
2. Do the Operational Sheet the observation of the
3.1 on maintaining and storing teacher.
of hand tools.

3. Refer to the Assessment

criteria 3.1.

4. If you have finished all the

laboratory activities, you may
proceed to the next module.

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 ACTIVITY SHEET 3.1

Maintaining and Storing of Basic Electronic Hand Tools

Instruction :

1. Follow your teacher on how to maintain and store the basic

electronic hand tools properly. The students will be grouped
into five (5) and to be tested in the procedure in maintaining
and storing basic electronic hand tools.

2. After finishing each laboratory activity, your teacher will rate

you.

3. You must at least get a score of 7-9 to have a rating of Very

Good, for this laboratory activity. An assessment criteria will
guide your teacher.

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 OPERATION SHEET 3.1
Maintaining and Storing of Basic Electronic Hand Tools

Procedure in maintaining and storing of hand tools

1. Provide a safety cabinet for all the hand tools and assign a
specific area for each tool.
2. Tools should be cleaned before returning them to the tool rack.
3. Damage hand tools should be repaired.
4. Apply oil on all moving parts if possible.
5. Cover the sharp parts of the tools with a cork when not in use.

TEACHER-CHECK SHEET 3.1

Maintain Basic Electronic Hand Tools

Direction: The teacher will rate each group.

Storing Rating
Item
Laboratory Tools 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Scor
No.
e
1 Driving Tools
2 Soldering Tools
3 Splicing Tools
4 Boring Tools
5 Cutting Tools
6 Auxiliary Tools

Total Score / _____

6 = Final Rating

Assessment Criteria 3.1

Score Descriptive Grade
10 Excellence
9-7 Very good
6-4 Good
3-1 Fair
0 Poor

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 ASSESSMENT PLAN

Evidence Checklist

Competency Consumer Electronic Servicing NC II

standard:
Unit of competency: Use Basic Electronic Hand Tools
Title of Module Using Basic Electronics Hand Tools
Ways in which evidence will be collected:
[tick the column]

Demonstration
Observation

Questioning

Third party

Portfolio

Written
Report
The evidence must show that the student
can…
 identify the basic electronic hand tools
in accordance with their applications.
 Specify electronic hand tools according
to job requirements.
 Identify functions of electronic hand
tools.
 choose electronic hand tools in
accordance with the job requirements.
 use electronic hand tools in accordance
with the manufacturer’s manual.
 practice safety procedures in using
electronic hand tools.
 report defective electronic hand tools
to appropriate personnel.
 practice routine maintenance of
electronic hand tools according to
manufacturer’s standard operating
procedures, principles and techniques.
 keep safely electronic hand tools in a
designated location per manufacturer’s
specifications or standard operating
procedure.

Prepared Date:
by:
Checked Date:
by:

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Observation Checklist

Candidate’s
name:
Assessor’s name:
Assessment
Center:
Competency
standards:
Unit of
competency:
Instructions for the assessor:
1. Observe the candidate Using hand tools
2. Describe the assessment activity and the date on which it was
undertaken.
3. Place a tick in the box to show that the candidate completed each
aspect of the activity to the standard expected in the enterprise.
4. Complete the feedback sections of the form.
Date of observation

Description of assessment
activity
Location of assessment
activity
The student can… If yes, tick the box

 identify electronic hand tools according to their

applications.
 specify electronic hand tools according to job
requirements.
 use electronic hand tools in accordance with
manufacturer’s manual.

 choose electronics tools in accordance with the

job requirements.

 practice safety procedures in using electronic

hand tools.
 practice routine maintenance of tools according
to manufacturer’s standard operating
procedures, principles and technology.
Did the candidate’s overall performance meet the Yes No
standard?

Feedback to candidate:

Assessor signature: Date:

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Observation and Questioning Checklist

Candidate’s
name:
Assessor’s name:
Assessment
Center
Competency
standards
Unit of
competency:
Instructions for the assessor:
1. Observe the candidate use/identify functional hand tools.
2. Describe the assessment activity and the date on which it was
undertaken.
3. Place a tick in the box to show that the candidate completed each
aspect of the activity to the standard expected in the enterprise.
4. Ask the candidate a selection of the questions from the attached list to
confirm his/her underpinning knowledge
5. Place a tick in the box to show that the candidate answered the
questions correctly.
6. Complete the feedback sections of the form.
Date of observation
Description of assessment
activity
Location of assessment
activity
The student can.. If yes, tick the box

 identify electronics hand tools according to

their applications.
 specify electronic hand tools according to the
job requirements.
 identify the functions of basic electronics hand
tools.
 use basic electronic hand tools in accordance
with the manufacturer’s manual.
 choose electronic hand tools in accordance with
the job requirements.
 practice safety procedure in using electronic
hand tools
 practice routine maintenance electronic hand
tools according to the manufacturer’s standard
operating procedure, principles and technology.
Did the candidate’s overall performance meet the Yes No
standard?

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Demonstration

Candidate’s name:
Assessor’s name:
Unit of competency:
Competency standards:
Date of assessment:
Time of assessment:
Instructions for demonstration
Given the necessary materials you must be able to : Use appropriate
electronic hand tools to a given task or application.

Various electronics hand tools

 Set of screw drivers

 Set of pliers
 Puncher
 Files
 Hacksaw
 Soldering iron
 Desoldering tool
 Ball hammer
 Wrenches
 Wire stripper
P to show if evidence is
demonstrated
During the demonstration of skills, did the
Yes No N/A
student able to...
choose electronic hand tools in accordance with
manufacturer’s manual? o o o
practice safety procedures in using
electronics hand tools? o o o
use electronic hand tools according to the job
Requirements? o o o
practice safety procedure in using basic
electronic hand tools? o o o
identify electronic hand tools according to the job
requirements o o o
practice routine maintenance of electronic hand
tools to the manufacturer’s standard operating o o o
procedure?
The candidate’s demonstration was:
Satisfactory q Not Satisfactory q

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Written Report

Candidate’s
name:
Assessor’s name:
Assessment
Center
Competency
standards
Unit of
competency:
Task:
Your task is to:
 Maintain hand tool

Submission date:
Use the checklist below as a basis for judging whether the
candidate’s report meets the required competency standards.
The candidate’s report can…. If yes, tick the box
 practice routine maintenance of tools.
 operate procedures, principles and
technologies
 keep tools safely in a designated location
based on manufacturer’s specification
Overall did the candidate’s report meet the Yes No
standard?
Comments:

Candidate’s
Date:
signature:
Assessor’s
Date:
signature:

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 PERFORMANCE TEST

Learner's Name Date

Competency: Test Attempt
1st 2nd 3rd

Directions: OVERALL EVALUATION

Ask your teacher to Level
Achieve PERFORMANCE LEVELS
assess your d
performance in the 4 - Can perform this skill without
following critical task supervision and with initiative and
and performance adaptability to problem situations.
criteria below 3 - Can perform this skill
satisfactorily without assistance or
You will be rated supervision.
based on the overall 2 - Can perform this skill
evaluation on the satisfactorily but requires some
right side. assistance and/or supervision.
1 - Can perform parts of this skill
satisfactorily, but requires
considerable assistance and/or
supervision.
The teacher will initial the level achieved.

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
Ye N
For acceptable achievement, all items should N/A
s o
receive a "Yes" or "N/A" response.
Work station for the use of electronic hand tools
were cleaned in line with the manufacturer’s
standards.
Necessary electronic hand tools and Personal
Protective Equipment were prepared in
accordance with their application or use.
Service manuals and information about electronics
hand tools were acquired.
Electronics hand tools are used in accordance with
the manufacturer’s manual.
Routine maintenance of electronics hand tools is
practiced.
Tools are kept safely in a designated location per
manufacturer’s specification.

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 ANSWER KEYS

Answer Key of Self-Check 1.1

1 Soldering Tool 6. Auxiliary Tool

2. Splicing Tool 7. Soldering Tool
3. Splicing Tool 8. Splicing Tool
4. Splicing Tool 9. Soldering Tool
5. Boring Tool 10. Boring Tools

Answer Key of Self-Check 1.2

1. b 6. a
2. e 7. h
3. c 8. k
4. i 9. d or j
5. f 10. l

Answer Key of Self-Check 1.3

1. It is suitable for electronic work because if we exceed its

maximum temperature, it can cause the printed circuit board to
break or for an electronic component to damage.
2. It is best because it is flexible to use in observing all sides of the
circuit and you are guided by the bright light.
3. It is best to use the right size of the Philips screw driver because
this will prevent the screw to loosen its thread.
4. It is best to use the right size of the drill bit in boring a hole
because undersize drilled hole will be drilled again (This will
prolong the work activity) while too much size of the drilled hole
will cause a wastage of the material.
5. Soldering stand keeps the soldering iron from flammable
materials and sometime we accidentally touch it by our skin and
results to an injury.

Answer Key of Self-Check 2.1

1) Avoid bending over your work

2) Use a ladder to reduce the need for outstretched arms
3) Sit up straight so the chair offers good back support.
4) Stand with weight evenly distributed between feet
5) Torque settings should be set to the minimum level as
required by the job specifications

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 ACKNOWLEDGMENT

Copyright Department of Education 2008

First Published JUNE 2008

This module is based on the Competency-Based Curriculum-

Contextual Learning Matrix (CBC-CLM) and finalized on the Instructional
Modules Finalization Development Workshop conducted at the
Development Academy of the Philippines, Tagaytay City on May 6 -10,
2008

This learning instrument was developed by the following personnel:

Technology Teachers:

 Mr. Vic P. Diola – Group Leader

Bauan Technical High School

 Dr. Gilbert M. Castor

Don Alejandro Roses Sr. Science-Technology High School

 Mr. Eddielou L. Dayao

Sanchez Mira School of Arts and Trade

 Mr. Rufo G. Malla

E. Rodriguez Vocational High School

 Mr. Sherwin P. Medrano

San. Pedro Relocation Center National High School

 Mr. Remar C. Pinsoy

Baguio National School of Arts and Trade

Contextual Teacher:

 Mrs. Daisy Carousel P. Cervantes

Don Alejandro Roses Sr. Science-Technology High School

Facilitators:
 Dr. Edward dela Rosa
TEC-VOC Task Force

 Dr. Corazon L. Echano

TEC-VOC Task Force

Encoders:

 Mrs. Rosario D. Briones

 Mr. Mhariel L. Echano
 Mr. Jason O. Villena

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Funding: Department of Education

ACKNOWLEDGMENT

Copyright Department of Education 2009

First Published JUNE 2008

This module is based on the Competency-Based Curriculum-

Contextual Learning Matrix (CBC-CLM) refined during the Writeshop on
the Refinement and Enrichment of Competency-Based Curriculum and
Contextual Learning Matrix of ARTS abd TRADES Specializations at
Marikina Hotel, Marikina City on April 20 – 25, 2009.

This learning instrument was refined and enriched by the following

educators:

Technology Teachers:

 Mr. Victorino P. Diola – Group Leader

TVE Coordinator, Bauan Technical High School
Bauan, Batangas

 Mr. Reynaldo C. Cunanan

Head Teacher VI, E. A. Rodriguez Vocational High School
Nagtahan, Sampaloc, Manila

 Mrs. Gigi C. Corpuz

Teacher III, Malvar National High School
Malvar, Batangas

 Mr. Ismael G. Gallardo

Teacher I, Community Vocational High School
Masipit, Calapan City, Oriental Mindoro

 Mr. Rufo G. Malla

Teacher II, E. A. Rodriguez Vocational High School
Nagtahan, Sampaloc, Manila

 Mr. George B. Fuazo

Teacher II, Gen. Mariano Alvarez Technical High School
GMA, Cavite

ACKNOWLEDGMENT

Copyright Department of Education 2008

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First Published JUNE 2008

This module is based on the Competency-Based Curriculum-

Contextual Learning Matrix (CBC-CLM) and finalized on the Instructional
Modules Finalization Development Workshop conducted at the
Development Academy of the Philippines, Tagaytay City on May 6 -10,
2008

This learning instrument was developed by the following personnel:

Technology Teachers:
 Mr. Vic P. Diola – Group Leader
Bauan Technical High School

 Dr. Gilbert M. Castor

Don Alejandro Roses Sr. Science-Technology High School

 Mr. Eddielou L. Dayao

Sanchez Mira School of Arts and Trade

 Mr. Rufo G. Malla

E. Rodriguez Vocational High School

 Mr. Sherwin P. Medrano

San. Pedro Relocation Center National High School

 Mr. Remar C. Pinsoy

Baguio National School of Arts and Trade
Contextual Teacher:
 Mrs. Daisy Carousel P. Cervantes
Don Alejandro Roses Sr. Science-Technology High School
Facilitators:
 Dr. Edward dela Rosa
TEC-VOC Task Force

 Dr. Corazon L. Echano

TEC-VOC Task Force
Encoders:
 Mrs. Rosario D. Briones
 Mr. Mhariel L. Echano
 Mr. Jason O. Villena

Funding: Department of Education

ACKNOWLEDGMENT

Copyright Department of Education 2009

First Published JUNE 2008

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 This module is based on the Competency-Based Curriculum-
Contextual Learning Matrix (CBC-CLM) refined during the Writeshop on
the Refinement and Enrichment of Competency-Based Curriculum and
Contextual Learning Matrix of ARTS abd TRADES Specializations at
Marikina Hotel, Marikina City on April 20 – 25, 2009.

This learning instrument was refined and enriched by the following

educators:

Technology Teachers:

 Mr. Victorino P. Diola – Group Leader

TVE Coordinator, Bauan Technical High School
Bauan, Batangas

 Mr. Reynaldo C. Cunanan

Head Teacher VI, E. A. Rodriguez Vocational High School
Nagtahan, Sampaloc, Manila

 Mrs. Gigi C. Corpuz

Teacher III, Malvar National High School
Malvar, Batangas

 Mr. Ismael G. Gallardo

Teacher I, Community Vocational High School
Masipit, Calapan City, Oriental Mindoro

 Mr. Rufo G. Malla

Teacher II, E. A. Rodriguez Vocational High School
Nagtahan, Sampaloc, Manila

 Mr. George B. Fuazo

Teacher II, Gen. Mariano Alvarez Technical High School
GMA, Cavite

Contextual Teacher:
English

 Mrs. Teresita P. Tanael

Teacher III, Gen. Mariano Alvarez Technical High School
GMA, Cavite

o Mrs. Charlie I. Soriano

Teacher I, Don Alejandro Roces Sr. Science-Technology HS
Quezon City

Mathematics
o Mrs. Analiza Rosa P. Librada
Teacher I,-Mathematics Coordinator, San Pedro Relocation
Center Nat’l. HS
San Pedro, Laguna
Science
o Mrs. Gemma G. Vallarta

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 Teacher III Science Coordinator, San Pedro Relocation
Center Nat’l. HS
San Pedro, Laguna

o Mrs. Lenalyn Manzano

Teacher I, E A. Rodriguez Vocational High School
Nagtahan, Sampaloc, Manila

Facilitators:

 Dr. Corazon L. Echano

TEC-VOC Task Force

 Dr. Victorio N. Medrano

TEC-VOC Task Force

o Dr. Orlando E. Manuel

TEC-VOC Task Force

Encoders:

o Marisol E. Saldivar

Funding: Department of Education

Contextual Teacher:
English

 Mrs. Teresita P. Tanael

Teacher III, Gen. Mariano Alvarez Technical High School
GMA, Cavite

o Mrs. Charlie I. Soriano

Teacher I, Don Alejandro Roces Sr. Science-Technology HS
Quezon City

Mathematics
o Mrs. Analiza Rosa P. Librada
Teacher I,-Mathematics Coordinator, San Pedro Relocation
Center Nat’l. HS
San Pedro, Laguna
Science
o Mrs. Gemma G. Vallarta
Teacher III Science Coordinator, San Pedro Relocation
Center Nat’l. HS
San Pedro, Laguna

o Mrs. Lenalyn Manzano

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 Teacher I, E A. Rodriguez Vocational High School
Nagtahan, Sampaloc, Manila

Facilitators:

 Dr. Corazon L. Echano

TEC-VOC Task Force

 Dr. Victorio N. Medrano

TEC-VOC Task Force

o Dr. Orlando E. Manuel

TEC-VOC Task Force

Encoders:

o Marisol E. Saldivar

Funding: Department of Education

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