COMPETENCY BASED LEARNING MATERIAL

Sector: ELECTRONIC SECTOR

Qualification Title: COMPUTER SYSTEM SERVICING NC II

Unit of Competency: Prepare and Interpret Technical Drawing

Module Title: Prepare and Interpret Technical Drawing

METRO DUMAGUETE COLLEGE

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 HOW TO USE THIS MODULE

Welcome to the Module “Prepare and Interpret Technical Drawing This module
contains training materials and activities for you to complete.

The unit of competency “Install Computer Systems and Networks” contains

knowledge, skills and attitudes required for a Computer System Servicing NC II course.

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, Operation 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 teacher for assistance.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

You may already have some of the knowledge and skills covered in this module
because you have:
o been working for some time
o Already have completed training in this area.

If you can demonstrate to your teacher that you are competent in a particular
skill or skills, talk to him/her about having them formally recognized so you don’t have
to do he same training again. If you have a qualification or Certificate of Competency
from previous trainings show it to your teacher. If the skills you acquired are still
current and relevant to this module, they may become part of the evidence you can
present for RPL. If you are not sure about the currency of your skills, discuss it with
your teacher.

After completing this module ask your teacher to assess your competency.
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 followed by
relevant information sheets for each learning outcome. Each learning outcome may
have more than one learning activity.

DIRECTION FOR USE OF THE CBLM

This module was prepared to help you achieve the required competency:
Prepare and Interpret Technical Drawing. This will be the source of information for
you to acquire the knowledge and skills in this particular module with
minimum supervision or help from your trainer. With the aid of this material,
you will acquire the competency independently and at your own pace.
Talk to your trainer and agree on how you will both organize the training
of this unit. Read through the module carefully. It is divided into sections
which covers all the skills and knowledge you need to successfully complete in
this module.
Work through all the information sheets and complete the activities in
each section. Do what is asked in the INSTRUCTIONAL SHEETS , ACTIVITY
SHEETS and complete the SELF-CHECK. Suggested references are included to
supplement the materials provided in this module.
Most probably, your trainer will also be your supervisor or manager.
He/she is there to support you and show you the correct way to do things. Ask
for help.
Your trainer will tell you about the important things you need to consider
when you are completing activities and it is important that you listen and take
notes.
Talk to more experienced workmates and ask for their guidance.
Use the self-check questions at the end of each section to test your own
progress.
When you are ready, ask your trainer to watch you perform the activities
outlined in the module.
As you work through the activities, ask for written feedback on your
progress. Your trainer gives feedback/pre-assessment reports for this reason.
When you have successfully completed each element or learning outcome, ask
your trainer to mark on the reports that you are ready for assessment.
When you have completed this module and feel confident that you have
had sufficient practice, your trainer will schedule you for the institutional
assessment. The result of your assessment/evaluation will be recorded in your
COMPETENCY ACHIEVEMENT RECORD.

LISTS OF COMMON COMPETENCIES

No. Unit of Competency Module Title Code
1 Apply quality Applying quality standards
standards ELC315202

2 Perform computer Performing computer

operations ELC311203
operations
3 Perform Performing
mensuration and mensuration and ELC311201
calculation calculation
 4 Prepare and Preparing and
interpret technical interpreting ELC311202
drawing technical drawing
5 Use hand tools Using hand tools ELC724201
6 Terminate and Terminating and
connect electrical connecting
wiring and electrical wiring ELC724202
electronics circuit and electronics
component circuit component
7 Test electronic Test electronic
components components ELC724205

MODULE CONTENT

UNIT OF COMPETENCY: PREPARE AND INTERPRET TECHNICAL DRAWING

MODULE TITLE : PREPARE AND INTERPRET TECHNICAL

DRAWING
INTRODUCTION:
This module covers the knowledge, skills and attitude and values needed to
prepare/interpret diagrams, engineering abbreviation and drawings, symbols and
dimensions

NOMINAL DURATION : 10 hours

LEARNING OUTOMES :
 At the end of the module, the trainee must be able to:

1. Identify different kinds of technical drawings

2. Interpret technical drawing
3. Prepare/make changes on electrical/electronic schematic and drawings
4. Store technical drawings and equipment/ instruments

Assessment Criteria:

1. Correct technical drawing selected according to job requirements

2. Technical drawings segregated in accordance with the types and

kinds of drawings.

3. Components, assemblies or objects recognized as required

4. Dimensions of the key features of the objects depicted in the

drawing correctly identified

5. Symbols used in the drawing identified and interpreted correctly

6. Drawing checked and validated against job requirements or

equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures

7. Electrical/ Electronic schematic drawn and correctly identified

8. Correct drawing identified, equipment selected and used in

accordance with job requirements.

9. Care and maintenance of drawings are undertaken according to

company procedures.

10. Technical drawings are recorded and inventory is prepared in

accordance with company procedures

11. Proper storage of instruments is undertaken according to

company procedures

INFORMATION SHEET 1.1

IDENTIFY DIFFERENT KINDS OF TECHNICAL DRAWING

Flowchart

A flowchart is a diagram that uses graphic symbols to depict the nature and flow of the
steps in a process. Another name for this tool is "flow diagram."

What Are the Elements of a Flowchart?

A flowchart is commonly used by systems analysts to visualize the series of processes in a
business system. A flowchart is a useful tool to design an efficient business system and to
troubleshoot or improve an existing system. A flowchart consists of elements, such as the
terminator, process, sub process, decision, arrow lines, and connectors.

1. Terminator

A terminator is represented by a small rectangle with curved corners. A terminator appears

at the start and at the end of a flowchart. The end terminator appears only once on a single
flowchart.

2. Process

A process is represented by a rectangle. It refers to an action in a business process. It must

be described clearly and concisely. A process can be described using a single verb-noun
phrase; for example, "Order Office Supplies." The same level of detail must be kept in
processes on a single flowchart.

3. Sub-process

A sub-process is represented by a rectangle with double lines on each side. A sub-process is

a major process that could be broken up into simpler processes developed into another
flowchart.

4. Decision

A decision is represented by a diamond. A process that can answer a decision of "yes"

or "no" requires a decision box.

5. Connector

A connector is represented by a small circle or a connector box and is labeled using letters.
A flowchart written on a single page is clearer than a flowchart on several pages. A
connector ensures that the processes are connected logically and correctly on several
pages.

6. Arrow Lines

Arrow lines drawn in one direction, preferably from top to bottom, keep a flowchart clear.
Avoid arrow lines that loop because this could indicate redundancy in the business process.

When should teams use flowcharts?

At the beginning of your process improvement efforts, an as-is flowchart helps your team and
others involved in the process to understand how it currently works. The team may find it helpful
to compare this as-is flowchart with a diagram of the way the process is supposed to work.
Later, the team will develop a flowchart of the modified process again, to record how it actually
functions. At some point, your team may want to create an ideal flowchart to show how you
would ultimately like the process to be performed.

Benefits of Using Flowcharts

1. Promote understanding of a process.

People may have differing ideas about how a process works. A flowchart can help you gain
agreement about the sequence of steps. Flowcharts promote understanding in a way that
written procedures cannot do. One good flowchart can replace pages of words.

2. Provide a tool for training employees.

Because of the way they visually lay out the sequence of process steps, flowcharts can be very
helpful in training employees to perform the process according to standardized procedures.

3. Identify problem areas and opportunities for process improvement.

Once you break down the process steps and diagram them, problem areas become more
visible. It is easy to spot opportunities for simplifying and refining your process by analyzing
decision points, redundant steps, and rework loops.

Basic Flowchart Symbols

The symbols that are commonly used in flowcharts (Viewgraph 3) have specific meanings
and are connected by arrows indicating the flow from one step to another:

1. Oval. Ovals indicate both the starting point and the ending point of the process steps.

2. Box. A box represents an individual step or activity in the process.

3. Diamond. A diamond shows a decision point, such as yes/no or go/no-go. Each path
emerging from the diamond must be labeled with one of the possible answers.
4. Circle. A circle indicates that a particular step is connected to another page or part of
the Flowchart. A letter placed in the circle clarifies the continuation.

5. Triangle. A triangle shows where an in-process measurement occurs.

Fig 1. Example of a Simple Flowchart

Start

Process

NO Yes
Process
Decision

YES

Process

End
How Much Have You Learned?

Self-Check 1.1

A. Directions: Match Column A with Column B. Write only the letter of the
correct answer on a separate sheet of paper.

Column A Column B

1. Indicates that a particular step is connected to a.

another page or part of the flowchart

2. Shows a decision point, such as yes/no or

go/no-go.
b.

3. Indicates both the starting point and the ending

point of the process steps

c.
4. Shows where an in-process measurement occurs

d.

5. Represents an individual step or activity in the

process

e.
f.
 Operation Sheet 1.1

Directions: Using the basic symbols used for flowchart, make your own simple flow
chart to illustrate the process of cleaning the computer parts and peripherals
properly. Include the given activities below.

1. Preparation of cleaning tools

2. Identifying the parts to be clean
3. Cleaning the different peripherals

How Well Did You Perform?

Find out by accomplishing the Scoring Rubric honestly and sincerely.
Remember it is your learning at stake!

Scoring Rubrics
Preparation of 4 3 2 1
Flowcharts

Drawing All assigned Almost all Almost all Fewer than 85%
details and assigned details / assigned details of the assigned
elementshave elements (at and elements(at details and
been added. The least 85%) have least 85%) have elements are
details are clear been added. The been added. A present OR most
and easy to details are clear few details are details are
identify. and easy to difficult to difficult to
identify. identify. identify.
 INFORMATION SHEET 2.1
INTERPRET TECHNICAL DRAWING

How do you interpret flowcharts?

A Flowchart will help you understand your process and uncover ways to improve it only if
you use it to analyze what is happening. Interpreting your Flowchart will help

you to :

Determine who is involved in the

process. Form theories about root
causes.
Identify ways to streamline the process.
Determine how to implement changes to
the process.
Locate cost-added-only steps.
Provide training on how the process works
or should work.

Below is a sequence of steps that will help you through

Examine
an orderly analysis of your flowchart.

Step 1 - Examine each process step for the following conditions that indicate a need to
improve the process:

Bottlenecks. These points in the process where it slows down may be caused by
redundant or unnecessary steps, rework, lack of capacity, or other factors.

Weak links. These are steps where problems occur because of inadequate training of
process workers, equipment that needs to be repaired or replaced, or insufficient
technical documentation. "Inform the drill leader and improvise" is one of the weak links.

Poorly defined steps. Steps which are not well-defined may be interpreted and performed
in a different way by each person involved, leading to process variation. "Improvise" is a
poorly defined step in the weak link cited above.

Step 2 - Examine each decision symbol. You may want to collect data on how often
there is a "yes" or "no" answer at decision points marked by a diamond shaped symbol. If
most decisions go one way rather than the other, you may be able to remove this decision
point.

Step 3 - Examine each rework loop. Processes with numerous checks generate
rework and waste. Examine the activities preceding the rework loop and identify those
that need to be improved. Look for ways to shorten or eliminate the loop.

Step 4 - Examine each activity symbol. Does the step help build a key quality
characteristic into the end product? If not, consider eliminating it.

Types of flowchart
Besides the three levels of detail used to categorize Flowcharts, there are three main
types of flowcharts namely , linear, deployment, and opportunity. The level of detail
can be depicted as macro, mini, or micro for each of these types.

1. Linear Flowchart. A linear flowchart is a diagram that displays the sequence of

work steps that make up a process. This tool can help identify rework and
redundant or unnecessary steps within a process.

2. Deployment Flowchart. A deployment flowchart shows the actual process flow

and identifies the people or groups involved at each step. Horizontal lines define
customer-supplier relationships. This type of chart shows where the people or
groups fit into the process sequence, and how they relate to one another
throughout the process.

How do we construct a linear flowchart?

Following are the seven steps for developing a linear flowchart

1. Define the process to be flowcharted, and the purpose for flowcharting it.
2. Assemble the right people to develop the flowchart—those operators, technicians,
or office workers who are actually involved in the process.
3. Establish process boundaries—the starting and ending points.
Identify the major activities or sub processes that are included in the process.
Determine what is not included in the scope of the process to remove any
doubt or confusion about the boundaries. This may also help establish the
scope of related processes.
4. List the steps, activities, and decisions to be charted. If your team is not sure
about a step, mark it to be investigated later.
5. Put the steps in chronological sequence. Sometimes it's easier to start with the
last step and work back to the first step.
6. Assign flowchart symbols such as boxes, diamonds, and triangles.
7. Review and title the Flowchart.
 Self-Check 2.1

Directions : Arrange the following steps in developing a flowchart . Put the number on a
separate sheet of paper.

____________Define the process to be flowcharted, and the purpose for flowcharting it.
____________Establish process boundaries - the starting and ending points.
____________Put the steps in chronological sequence. Sometimes it's easier to start
with the last step and work back to the first step.
____________Assign flowchart symbols such as boxes, diamonds, and triangles.
____________Review and title the flowchart.
____________Assemble the right people to develop the flowchart— those operators,
technicians, or office workers who are actually involved in the process.
____________List the steps, activities, and decisions to be charted. If your team is not
sure about a step, mark it to be investigated later.

Operation Sheet 2.1

Directions: Analyze carefully the given task below: Work in a group (5 members each) and
develop a flowchart based on the given situation below.

Your task:

You are a member of a product assembly team in a gaming machine manufacturer and
are looking for ways of building the product more efficiently. You are asked to break down
the assembly process into a set of flowcharts, showing how sub-assemblies are made and
then built into the final product. Present your developed flowchart to the team leader.
Scoring Rubrics:
You will be graded according to:
1. Clarity of your flowchart
2. Completeness
3. Accuracy
4. presentation

Criteria Points Your Score

1. Clarity 25

2. Completeness 25

3. Accuracy 25

4. Class presentation 25
of your chart

Total 100

Interpretation of Scores

97 – 100 Excellent
86 – 96 Very Good
75 – 85 Good
51 – 75 Fair
50 and below Poor

INSTRUMENT FOR INSTITUTIONAL ASSESSMENT

EVIDENCE PLAN/EVALUATION PLAN
 TRAINEES NAME
FACILATATORS NAME
QUALIFICATION Prepare and interpret technical drawing
UNIT OF COMPETENCY COVERED
Ways in which evidence will be collected:

Witten Test
Demonstration
[tick the column]

Interview
The evidence must show that the candidate……
1.1. selected correct technical drawing in line with job requirements

1.2. correctly identified the objects represented in the drawing

1.3. identified and interpreted symbols used in the drawing correctly
1.4. prepared/produced electrical/electronic drawings including all relevant
specifications
1.5. stored diagrams/equipment

COMPETENCY ASSESSMENT RESULTS SUMMARY

Candidate’s Name:
Assessor’s Name:
Qualification:
Date of Assessment:
Assessment Center:
The performance of the candidate in the following assessment
methods –
PREPARE AND INTERPRET TECHNICAL Satisfactory Not Satisfactory
DRAWING
[Pls. check () appropriate box]

A. Demonstration with Oral Questioning

B. Written Exam

Did the candidate's overall performance meet the required evidences/

standards?

OVERALL EVALUATION COMPETENT NOT YET COMPETENT

Recommendation
For re-assessment. _______________________________________________________
For submission of document. Pls. specify (Portfolio Document) _____________________
For issuance of COC ______________________________________________________

General Comments [Strengths / Improvements needed]

Candidate’s signature:
Date:

Assessor’s signature: Date: