Day One
- Choose computer case from pile (label with name!)
- "Parts of Computer" Lecture, using open case, motherboard
- Location of main components
- Electrocution Hazards (Always Check Unplugged!!)
- Static Electricity caution, static wristband and static pad demo
- Setup documentation notebooks and tab dividers
- Tutorial on computers: guided tour thru computer (each student on separate browser)
- Using chosen case, open case and identify components
- Inventory Old Components and Collect Drivers
- Remove Old Hardware (Disk Drives etc.)
- List (photograph helps) each items type and number
- Web search for each item
- Print Specifications - put in notebook binder
- Locate and download Driver from Manufacturer
- Spray Paint Cases (If Desired)
- Field trip to hardware store to pick out color
- Spray Paint by exhaust fan hood system.
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