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Features of the System Unit Computer Studies Primary 2 First Term Lesson Notes Week 8

Detailed Lesson Plan

Subject: Computer Studies

Class: Primary 2

Term: First Term

Week: 8

Age: 7 years

Topic: Features of the System Unit

Sub-topic: Identifying Ports and Buttons on the System Unit

Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives

By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

  1. Identify different features of the system unit.
  2. Understand the functions of various ports and buttons on the system unit.
  3. Physically identify the features of the system unit individually.

Key Words

  • System Unit
  • Ports
  • Buttons
  • CPU (Central Processing Unit)
  • USB
  • Power Button

Set Induction

Ask the pupils: “Have you ever seen the back or front of a computer box? Let’s learn what each part is and what it does!”

Entry Behaviour

Pupils are aware of basic computer parts.

Learning Resources and Materials

  • Diagram of a system unit
  • Real system unit (if available)
  • Flashcards with names and images of ports and buttons
  • Charts showing the functions of each feature

Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge

Discuss the basic parts of a computer and their uses, covered in previous lessons.

Embedded Core Skills

  • Observation
  • Identification
  • Explanation

Learning Materials

  • Lagos State Scheme of Work for Computer Studies
  • Reference Books: Lagos State Scheme of Work, Computer Studies for Primary Schools

Instructional Materials

  • Diagram of a system unit
  • Flashcards
  • Real system unit

Content

Explanation of the Topic

  1. System Unit:
    • Definition: The main body of a desktop computer that houses the motherboard, CPU, RAM, and other components.
  2. Features of the System Unit:
    • Ports:
      • USB Ports:
        • Function: Connects devices like a mouse, keyboard, or USB drive.
        • Identification: Rectangular slots usually located on the front and back of the system unit.
      • HDMI Port:
        • Function: Connects the computer to a monitor or TV for video and audio output.
        • Identification: Flat, wide slot often found on the back of the system unit.
      • Ethernet Port:
        • Function: Connects the computer to a network using a cable.
        • Identification: Slightly larger than a phone jack, usually at the back of the system unit.
      • Audio Ports:
        • Function: Connects speakers or headphones.
        • Identification: Small round holes usually color-coded (green for headphones, pink for microphone).
    • Buttons:
      • Power Button:
        • Function: Turns the computer on or off.
        • Identification: Large button usually found on the front of the system unit.
      • Reset Button:
        • Function: Restarts the computer without turning it off completely.
        • Identification: Smaller button near the power button.

Questions

  1. The main body of a desktop computer is called the _______.
    • a) Monitor
    • b) Keyboard
    • c) System Unit
    • d) Mouse
  2. The _______ port connects devices like a mouse or keyboard.
    • a) HDMI
    • b) USB
    • c) Ethernet
    • d) Audio
  3. The flat, wide slot for connecting to a monitor or TV is the _______ port.
    • a) HDMI
    • b) USB
    • c) Ethernet
    • d) Audio
  4. The _______ port connects the computer to a network.
    • a) HDMI
    • b) USB
    • c) Ethernet
    • d) Audio
  5. The _______ button turns the computer on or off.
    • a) Power
    • b) Reset
    • c) Volume
    • d) Mute
  6. The small round holes for connecting speakers or headphones are _______ ports.
    • a) USB
    • b) HDMI
    • c) Ethernet
    • d) Audio
  7. The _______ button restarts the computer without turning it off completely.
    • a) Power
    • b) Reset
    • c) Volume
    • d) Mute
  8. USB ports are usually located on the _______ and _______ of the system unit.
    • a) Top, Bottom
    • b) Front, Back
    • c) Left, Right
    • d) Inside, Outside
  9. The power button is usually found on the _______ of the system unit.
    • a) Back
    • b) Side
    • c) Front
    • d) Top
  10. The Ethernet port is slightly larger than a _______ jack.
    • a) USB
    • b) HDMI
    • c) Audio
    • d) Phone
  11. The _______ port is used for video and audio output to a monitor or TV.
    • a) USB
    • b) HDMI
    • c) Ethernet
    • d) Audio
  12. The _______ port is used to connect to a network.
    • a) HDMI
    • b) USB
    • c) Ethernet
    • d) Audio
  13. The small round hole for connecting a microphone is usually colored _______.
    • a) Green
    • b) Pink
    • c) Blue
    • d) Yellow
  14. The large button for turning the computer on or off is called the _______ button.
    • a) Power
    • b) Reset
    • c) Volume
    • d) Mute
  15. The _______ button is smaller and usually near the power button.
    • a) Power
    • b) Reset
    • c) Volume
    • d) Mute

Theory

  1. What is the main body of a desktop computer called?
    • Answer:
  2. What is the function of a USB port?
    • Answer:
  3. Where can you usually find USB ports on a system unit?
    • Answer:
  4. What is the function of the HDMI port?
    • Answer:
  5. How can you identify the Ethernet port?
    • Answer:
  6. What do audio ports connect?
    • Answer:
  7. What is the function of the power button?
    • Answer:
  8. What does the reset button do?
    • Answer:
  9. Where is the power button usually located on the system unit?
    • Answer:
  10. What color is the audio port for connecting a microphone?
    • Answer:

True or False Questions

  1. The HDMI port is used for connecting a mouse or keyboard.
    • a) True
    • b) False
  2. The power button turns the computer on or off.
    • a) True
    • b) False
  3. The Ethernet port is used to connect to a network.
    • a) True
    • b) False
  4. Audio ports are usually found on the back of the system unit.
    • a) True
    • b) False
  5. The reset button is larger than the power button.
    • a) True
    • b) False

Answer Key

Fill-in-the-Blank Questions

  1. c
  2. b
  3. a
  4. c
  5. a
  6. d
  7. b
  8. b
  9. c
  10. d
  11. b
  12. c
  13. b
  14. a
  15. b

Short Answer Questions

  1. System Unit
  2. Connects devices like a mouse, keyboard, or USB drive
  3. On the front and back of the system unit
  4. Connects the computer to a monitor or TV for video and audio output
  5. Slightly larger than a phone jack, usually at the back of the system unit
  6. Speakers or headphones
  7. Turns the computer on or off
  8. Restarts the computer without turning it off completely
  9. On the front of the system unit
  10. Pink

True or False Questions

  1. b
  2. a
  3. a
  4. a
  5. b

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