TLE7-CSS Mod6 Testing-Electronic-Components V4
TLE7-CSS Mod6 Testing-Electronic-Components V4
Technology
and
Livelihood Education
COMPUTER SYSTEM SERVICING
Quarter 1-Module 6
TESTING ELECTRONIC
COMPONENTS
Management Team
Chairperson: Dr. Arturo B. Bayocot, CESO III
Regional Director
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Introductory Message
The hand is one of the most symbolic part of the human body. It is
often used to depict skill, action, and purpose. Through our hands, we may
learn, create, and accomplish. Hence, the hand in this learning resource
signifies that you as a learner is capable and empowered to successfully
achieve the relevant competencies and skills at your own pace and time. Your
academic success lies in your own hands!
This module was designed to provide you with fun and meaningful
opportunities for guided and independent learning at your own pace and time.
You will be enabled to process the contents of the learning resource while
being an active learner.
1. Use the module with care. Do not put unnecessary mark/s on any part
of the module. Use a separate sheet of paper in answering the
exercises.
2. Don’t forget to answer What I Know before moving on to the other
activities included in the module.
3. Read the instruction carefully before doing each task.
4. Observe honesty and integrity in doing the tasks and checking your
answers.
5. Finish the task at hand before proceeding to the next.
6. Return this module to your teacher/facilitator once you are through with
it. If you encounter any difficulty in answering the tasks in this module,
do not hesitate to consult your teacher or facilitator. Always bear in
mind that you are not alone.
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What I Know
Before starting with this module, let us measure what you already know
about Testing Electronic Components (TEC). Answer the pretest below.
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_______10. Preparing and checking tools before using them has
no standard procedure to follow.
_______11. Recording or documenting the test result does not
include faults and problems of the component.
_______12. Testing the product is done to detect the faults and
problems of a component.
_______13. The documentation of the test process should not be
reported to the relevant personnel.
_______14. The documentation of test processes will help in
identifying successful methods and efficient tools.
_______15. If you are performing a test procedure more than
once, the other tests do not need to be recorded or
documented.
If your score is
11-15 Very Good! You may still read the module, but you are already
knowledgeable with the topics that we are to discuss.
6-10 Good! Go over the items that you find difficult and then you may proceed to
the lessons in this module that you don’t understand.
0-5 Don’t worry about your score. This module is designed for you to
understand all about testing electronic components, the tools, the methods,
and the procedures needed to perform very complex tasks. So, what are
you waiting for? Start your journey. Turn to the next page.
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What’s In
1. Multi-tester
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Computer Motherboard
2.
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3.
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4.
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What’s New
This module includes some of the tools and standard procedures you
have learned from the previous lessons, which will be used in various testing
methods on electronic components.
This module also introduces digital testing tools and advance methods
that can do the testing job efficiently and effectively to meet the specification
and technical requirements of an electronic component to satisfy the job
orders from the clients.
The Tools
Based on the older practices and references, Voltmeters and Multi-
meters were used to test power output on computer power supplies. Testing
was done terminal to terminal and point to point of the circuit or component.
(refer to the photos below)
Figure 1. Testing on an ATX PIN individually Figure 2. Individual reading
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The Methods
A few years back, technicians were using the BEEP ANALYZING
method in determining computer motherboard faults and problems.
Motherboard problems and fault has a corresponding beep code. Beep codes
vary from manufacturer of motherboards and version of BIOS. Refer to the
table below for AMI BIOSs.
Beep Code Analysis Recommended Fix
Nine Beeps ROM BIOS Checksum Failure Replace ROM BIOS, Reflash BIOS,
Troubleshoot Motherboard.
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Table 1. The Beep Code Table
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The reading above in figure 5 displays a code. The user manual of the
diagnostic card has a list of codes, as shown in Table 2, with the
corresponding error that is different for every version of Interface software or
BIOS version.
These diagnostic tools come in various types. They are evolving from
the PCI type in figure 5, to the newer USB type in figure 6. These types are
developed to satisfy the needs of the users depending on the situation. For
example, a newer model of computers does not support PCI devices anymore,
or older computers do not have a USB port. Some manufacturers even
develop the combination type for more testing flexibility such as the testing
tool below.
Parallel port
USB port
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Serial PIN
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Lesson
The Criteria for Testing
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What is It
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Form 1. A job order
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If you are working in a manufacturing industry of electronics
components, the responsible personnel or the supervisor in your technical
department gives you the work instructions in a form of job orders to specify
the task to do.
On the other hand, testing on repair shops sometimes refers to job
orders given by the clients or customers. It is the client who gives the job, but
most of the time, technicians already know what to do if the shop is already
following standardized procedures.
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What’s More
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Total 10
Lesson
The Plan for Testing
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What is It
Planning is a must before any action. Without a plan, a test process will fail,
or will not meet the job order or client requirements.
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Form 2. A Test Plan
What’s More
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Lesson
Testing the Components
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What is It
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2. Voltage or Current Test – a method used to detect losses or increase
in voltage. If a power supply is expected to give a 12 volts output, it should
give the right amount of voltage. Higher or lower than specified is considered
defective.
This test is usually done with the use of a MULTITESTER, or a
POWER SUPPLY TESTER. Refer to the photos on page 6 for a picture of
the voltage testing process.
Types of Test
The Run Button
Figure 7. Testing the Capacitor
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This test is usually done with the use of a Diagnostic Cards or PC
ANALYZER. Refer to the photos on page 10 for a picture of the
diagnostic testing process.
Overall, if the component is functioning well and performing as specified
by the manufacturer, then it is considered a quality product or serviceable
product.
What’s More
Activity 4. Essay
Directions: Read and answer the questions briefly. Write your answers on a
separate bond-paper with A4 size. This will be compiled with your portfolio.
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Lesson
Evaluating the Test Process
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What is It
To evaluate the test process, you must be able to answer the following
questions:
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What’s More
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What I Have Learned
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15. A testing tool is used to ____ signals and responses from an
electronic component.
What I Can Do
Activity 7. Be an Evaluator.
Directions: Visit the site youtube.com and find a video tutorial on testing the
computer motherboard. Watch and observe the video, then do the
following:
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Assessment
_____1. The complete description of the job is not specified in the job
order.
_____2. Communicating and reporting to the supervisors can only give a
problem to the test personnel.
_____3. Datasheets and application notes from manufacturers contain
specification of an electrical component.
_____4. The testing criteria serve as the basis for the testing plan.
_____5. The testing criteria do not need approval from the responsible
personnel or supervisor.
_____6. Some components can be tested using various methods and
tools.
_____7. Electronic component production requires testing for quality
assurance.
_____8. You can use any tools for a specific testing method.
_____9. Testing plan is important to perform the job smoothly.
_____10. Checking and maintaining the testing tools follows a standard
procedure
_____11. Recording and documenting only includes successful
procedures.
_____12. The only purpose of testing is to check the quality of the
product.
_____13. Documentation should be kept confidential from anybody.
_____14. Documentation helps you discover efficient methods and
effective tools.
_____15. All testing procedures must be recorded.
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Additional Activities
Scenario Category
1. Submitting the test report to the
responsible personnel.
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Assessment
1. False What’s In (Activity 1)
1. TT
2. False
2. EC
3. True
3. EC
4. True
4. TT
5. True
5. EC
6. True
6. EC
7. True
7. TT
8. False
8. TT
9. True
9. EC
10. True
10.EC
11. False
11.EC
12. False
12.TT
13. False
14. True
15. True
Answer Key
References
I. Internet
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II. Photos
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Tester/dp/B005CTCD6S
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102293995.4918084331
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ROWEL SUCO AVILA
Teacher – 1
BSIT
Major in Social Studies
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