Computer Hardware & Binary
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General Summary of the Unit:
This unit is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of computer hardware and the decision-making process involved in purchasing and building a computer system. Students will explore different methods of purchasing a computer, learn about the various hardware components, interpret hardware specifications, and make informed choices when selecting and purchasing compatible components.
Skills Students Need or will Develop:
To understand different methods of purchasing a computer.
To gain detailed knowledge of computer hardware components and their functions.
To interpret and compare hardware specifications.
To make informed decisions when selecting and purchasing computer hardware.
To discuss and ensure compatibility of components required to build a complete computer system.
Goals For a Final Project:
By the end of the unit, students will be well-versed in different methods of purchasing a computer, knowledgeable about the various hardware components, and capable of interpreting hardware specifications. They will be able to make informed choices when selecting hardware, ensure compatibility of components, and build a complete computer system. This unit will empower students with the skills needed to navigate the complex world of computer hardware and make educated decisions in future computer-related purchases.
Unit 1 - Computer Hardware (1 week)
History of Computers
Identify the Components inside your computer
PC Building Simulation - https://pcbuildingsimulator.wordpress.com/
Computer Buying Project
Day 1:
Assign the Computer Hardware Template to each Students (Students will complete the gray areas on the Google Slide)
Students will respond to 3 questions in the lesson
Entry Event Answer: As you watch the images, explain what you think computers will really look like in 3 years?
Task 1: Search for a company on the internet that sells computer systems. Using the retailer's website, search for different categories(types) of computer systems that can be purchased.
Respond by…..
Naming at least three new categories of computer systems
Indicate a price range (cheap vs expensive)
Include a sample image of each computer system if possible.
Exit Ticket:
Team Name:
Scenario you are going to attack:
Biggest Challenge you see:
Day 2 Begin Investigation
Entry event activity on processors - Assign one read write copy to you entire class.
Investigate options for the system and begin you proposal
Minimum Spec Recommendation Sheet (Have each group make a copy)
Complete 1 of the recommended systems today
Day 3 Continue Investigation
Warm-up Question for the Day: What makes a computer a computer?
Simple answer: Input, processor, storage, and output
Minimum Spec Recommendation Sheet (Recommendation 1 will be evaluated)
Complete the 2nd recommendation
Day 4 & 5 Investigate and develop proposal
Day 6 Present
Teacher Resources
Teacher Resources
Day 1: Intro to computer hardware
Teacher Notes: Sell to the student that the large purchase they will be making today in the future they will need to know what they are buying or the will overpay and purchase something that is JUNK!!! Technology is in everything
Students will brainstorm what a computer will look like in the future: Here is the video they will watch on to get some ideas: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AuVHftBiDVw
Objectives of the unit
Describe different methods of purchasing a computer
Interpret information in various hardware specifications
Make informed choices when selecting hardware components
Purchase compatible components required to build a complete computer system.
Present a proposal to a client
** Students will choose a scenario and with a partner develop a proposal. This is designed to be a PBL unit where information should be taught when necessary throughout the unit. Do not teach everything up front, let students investigate and research.
Day 2 - Share with the class and break up your class into 7 teams. Each team will investigate their processor and update their slide.
Share with you investigative partner teams a copy of the minimum spec sheet.
Goal: to complete on of the recommended systems for their client
Day 3
Meet with your teams and evaluate and provide feed back on thier Minimum Spec Recommendation Sheet
Students should finish up recommendation 2
Day 4 & 5 - Students will complete their investigation and design thier proposal and be prepared to present it.
Resources to share with some struggling students
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