Hardware Assignments

Your Assessment for the hardware topics are as follows:
TASK 1. PowerPoint Presentation of Hardware Components

You are to prepare a Powerpoint Presentation outlining the components of a computer and provide details of each components functions.  The parts must include at least the following:

1. Motherboard
2. CPU
3. Random Access Memory - RAM
4. Hard Disk Drive - HDD
5. Video Display Card
6. Case with Power Supply
7. Mouse
8. Keyboard
9. Video Display Unit (Monitor)

TASK 2
Build A Computer:

You are to visit an online PC parts retailer and select components to build a computer. You have a budget of $1500 for all hardware, software and a Printer.  You must specify the type of printer and justify your choice.

You can use the Centrecom PC builder, located at www.centrecom.com.au/buildpc
to pick and price your parts, and once satisfied, copy the specification and price to an Excel Spread sheet.

Another website to use is www.auspcmarket.com.au. It has prices for all computer parts and components. You may use other websites, however each part needs to have a price and identify the source with the website address. You may also use any print media advertisements as well to price your parts.  All prices quoted must have a reference to the shop or online store that advertises that price.


 You need to specify the parts and specification of all the software and hardware required for your computer. The computer must be capable of being used as a student PC to complete all your school work. Your parents may also need to use it for business applications as well.

You need to specify all the hardware and software components. You may use Excel and add up individual prices using the summing function within Excel.