Objective:
Students will be able to:
- Identify internal computing components.
- Describe the purpose of internal computing components.
- Explain how internal computing components compare to parts of the human body.
Standards:
CompTIA Tech+ FC0-U71 Objective:
2.2 – Explain the purpose of common internal computing components.
- Motherboard/system board
- Firmware/basic input/output system (BIOS)
- Random-access memory (RAM)
- Central processing unit (CPU)
- Graphics processing unit (GPU)
- Storage
- Network interface card (NIC)
- Wired vs. wireless
- Onboard vs. expansion card
Guiding Question:
What are the internal components of computing devices and what are their purposes?
Resources:
- 2.2.1 – Internal Computing Components.pptx Presentation available on Google Classroom
Assignment:
- Read the Lesson Slides 2.2.1 – Internal Computing Components.pptx Microsoft PowerPoint slideshow in today’s class.
- Work through the Lab Slides 2.2.1 – CSI Computer System Investigation.pptx Activity in class using the materials provided in Google Classroom.
- Use the information gathered in the Lab Slides 2.2.1 – CSI Computer System Investigation.pptx to complete the Student Handout 2.2.1 – Internal Computing Components Check for Understanding activity using the materials provided in Google Classroom. (50 pts)
Assigned: January 23rd, 2026
Teacher Pacing Due Date: January 26th, 2026