Experience Report of the Workshop “Disassembling the Computer” in the Context of University Extension

Authors

  • Brayan Barros Instituto Federal do Paraná (IFPR) - Campus Paranavaí Author
  • Gabriel dos Anjos Lucim Instituto Federal do Paraná (IFPR) - Campus Paranavaí Author
  • Evanise Araujo Caldas Ruiz Instituto Federal do Paraná (IFPR) - Campus Paranavaí Author

Keywords:

Hardware, Computador, Experiência

Abstract

This article presents the experience of students from the Federal Institute of Paraná (IFPR), Paranavaí Campus, in implementing the "Disassembling the Computer" workshop, designed for students at the Sílvio Vidal Civic-Military School. The objective was to demystify hardware, introduce the computer's main components, and explain their functions in a clear and accessible manner, contributing to technological literacy and civic development. The proposal arose from the observation that, although young people are intensive users of technology, few understand its fundamentals. The methodology prioritized a practical and interactive approach, allowing participants to have direct contact with the parts of a disassembled computer. The results demonstrated student engagement, which demonstrated curiosity and interest in the functioning of the computer, as well as advances in logical reasoning and critical understanding of technological devices. The conclusion is that the project contributed to the democratization of access to technological knowledge, strengthening the role of university extension as a link between academia and the community.

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Published

2025-11-07

How to Cite

Experience Report of the Workshop “Disassembling the Computer” in the Context of University Extension. (2025). Information Technology Week, 1(1). https://tecnoif.com.br/periodicos/index.php/setif/article/view/180

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