QUARTER III Time Allotment: 40 Hours

LESSON: INSTALLING ELECTRICAL LIGHTING SYSTEMS, AUXILIARY

OUTLETS, AND LIGHTING FIXTURES

I. INTRODUCTION:

This lesson covers the knowledge and skills in troubleshooting of defective

fluorescent lamp assembly, preparing an electrical wiring plan and estimate needed
materials for the job. It contains the information on troubleshooting defective
fluorescent lamp fixture, electrical wiring plan, estimating electrical materials needed
for the job.

II. LO1- PLAN AND PREPARE WORK FOR A SPECIFIC JOB ORDER

 Troubleshoot defective fluorescent lamp assembly

 Prepare an elecrical wiring plan of a bungalow residential building based on the

Philippine Electrical Code requirements

 Estimate the materials needed for the job.

III. PRE/DIAGNOSTIC ASSESSMENT:

Directions: Choose the letter of the correct answer. Write only the letter of your answer
on a separate sheet of paper.

____1. It is the wiring that connects directly to the main panel and supplies power to
lighting outlets and power outlets.

a. conduit layout b. circuit homerun c. main feeder d. lighting circuit

____2. In the electrical wiring plan the switches are always located near the___.

a. windows b. door c. floor d. ceiling

____3. It is a part of electrical wiring plan that contains name and address of the
owner, signature and dry seal of a master electrician or electrical engineer.

a. Location map b. Specification c. Riser diagram d. Title block

____4. It is a part of electrical wiring plan that consist of type of service, single
phase 2- wire or 3-wire and voltage.

a. Location map b. Specification c. Riser diagram d. Title block

____5. It is a part of the electrical wiring plan which shows specification of branch
circuits such as size of wire, circuit protection rating, size of conduit, and...

a. Location Map b. Load Schedule c. Legend d. Title Block

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____6. It shows the meaning of electrical symbols used in the electrical plan.

a. Floor Plan b. Specification c. Legend d. Title Block

____7. It shows the classification of service, type of wiring method to be used and
supplies and materials to be used by the contractor.

a. Floor Plan b. Specification c. Legend d. Title Block

____8. It is a technical representation of an electrical system proposed to be installed in

building or house.

a. Electrical Wiring Plan b. Specification

c. Lighting Layout d. Power Layout

___9. It refers to the number of switches on a single mounting plate.

a. Pole
b. Throw
c. Path
d. Gang

___10. It is the type of switch used for controlling light in two or more locations.

a. 3-way
b. 4-way
c. 1-way
d. 2-way

INFORMATION SHEET 1.1

TROUBLESHOOTING DEFECTIVE FLUORESCENT LAMP FIXTURES

Fluorescent lamps have more components compared to incandescent lamps and

when installed in pairs or groupings, things may go wrong and things get more
complicated. In this scenario, troubleshooting is necessary. Troubleshooting is problem
detecting and solving, often applied to repair defective gadgets or products like fluorescent
lamp fixtures. It is a systematic search for the source of a problem so that it can be solved,
to make the gadgets or products operational again.

The table below describes the common problem indications, possible causes and
corrective action that should be taken.

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 Troubleshooting Guide Table for Defective Fluorescent Lamp Fixtures

Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action

A. Lamp fails to o Leak in the Inspect visually the lamp tube

light. No lamp tube for possible cracked or
flickering. damaged. If there is, replace
with a new one.

o No electrical Check the power source. Make

power to the sure that all power controls such
lamp fixture. as circuit breaker and switch are
turned on.
o Loose contact Adjust the lamp and set it
between the properly. Clean dirty sockets
lamp and the thoroughly. Check the spacing of
lamp holder. the lamp holders. If they are too
far apart, make needed
adjustments. If damaged, replace
the lamp holders.

o Improper Check the wiring connections to

wiring see whether it follows the
diagram on the ballast label

o Defective Check the ballast. This may be

ballast determined by checking
continuity between the leads of
the ballast. If the pointer of the
multi-tester deflects a little the
ballast is good; if it deflects
fully, the windings of the ballast
is shorted and if it will not
deflect, the winding is
open.Replace the ballast.

B. Slow or o Loose contact Adjust the lamp and set it

intermittent between the properly. Clean dirty sockets
starting lamp and the thoroughly. Check the spacing of
holder the lamp holders. If they are too
far apart, make needed
adjustments. If damaged, replace
the lamp holders.

o Inactive Test starter in adjacent fixture. If

starter this does not work, replace the
starter.

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 o Improper Check the wiring connections to
wiring see whether it follows the
diagram on the ballast label

C. Short life span o Constant Avoid unnecessary turning on

of the lamp switching on and off the cicuit, to maximize
and off of the the life span of the lamp.
circuit

o Loose contact Adjust the lamp and set it

between the properly. Clean dirty sockets
lamp and the thoroughly. Check the spacing of
holder the lamp holders. If they are too
far apart, make needed
adjustments. If damaged, replace
the lamp holders.

o Improper Check the wiring connections to

wiring see whether it follows the
diagram on the ballast label.

o Defective Remove the starter while the

starter lamp is on. If the flashing stops,
the starter is defective. Replace
it.

D. Blinking or o Impurities At times, the arc in the lamp

flickering inside the may swirl during normal
lamp operation. Trying to turn the
lamp on and off usually solves
this, if this does not work,
replace the lamp.

o Loose contact Adjust the lamp and set it

between the properly. Clean dirty sockets
lamp and the thoroughly. Check the spacing of
holder the lamp holders. If they are too
far apart, make needed
adjustments. If damaged, replace
the lamp holders.

o Improper Check the wiring connections to

wiring see whether it follows the
diagram on the ballast label

o Defective Remove the starter while the

starter lamp is on. If the flashing stops,
the starter is defective. Replace

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 it.

o Defective If the ballast frequency rating is

ballast not the same as the line
frequency, flickiring may occur.
Replae with a ballast with proper
rating.

SELF CHECK 1.1

TROUBLESHOOTING DEFECTIVE FLUORESCENT LAMP FIXTURES

Directions: Fill in the blank to match or to complete the Troubleshooting Guide

Table. Use a separate sheet of paper.

Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action

Lamp fails to 1.
light. No Leak in the lamp
flickering. tube

2. Check the power source. Make sure that all

power controls such as circuit breaker and
switch are turned on.
Improper wiring 3.

4. Check the ballast. This may determined by

checking continuity. Between the leads of
the ballast, if the pointer of the multi-tester
deflects a little the ballast is good, if it
deflects fully, the windings of the ballast is
shorted and if it will not deflect the
winding is open.Replace the ballast.
Slow or 5. Adjust the lamp and set it properly. Clean
intermittent dirty sockets thoroughly. Check the spacing
starting of the lamp holders. If they are too far
apart, make needed adjustments. If
damaged, replace the lamp holders.

6.

Inactive starter

7.
Check the wiring connections to see
whether it follows the diagram on the
ballast label.

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Short life span of 8.
the lamp Constant switching
on and off of the
circuit.
9. Remove the starter while the lamp is on. If
the flashing stops, the starter is defective.
Replace it.
Blinking or 10. At times, the arc in the lamp may swirl
flickering during normal operation. Trying to turn the
lamp on and off usually solves this, if this
does not work, replace the lamp.

ACTIVITY SHEET 1.1

TROUBLESHOOTING DEFECTIVE FLUORESCENT LAMP FIXTURES

Directions: Your teacher will provide a defective fluorescent lamp fixture and your
task is to employ the corrective action. Refer to troubleshooting guide table for defective
fluorescent lamp fixtures.

Instrument, Tools, and Materials Needed:

Instrument: Quantity
 Multi-tester 1 pc
Materials:
 Defective Fluorescent Lamp 1set
 Fluorescent tube, ballast, starter, 1 pc each
holder and housing
 Electrical tape 1 roll
 Flat cord #20 awg 1 meter
Tools:
 Philip Screw driver 1 pc
 Flat Screw driver 1 pc
 Side cutting pliers 1 pc
 Long nose pliers 1 pc

Personal Protective Equipment:

 Gloves 1 pair
 Goggles 1 pc

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Procedure:

1. Prepare the necessary tools, equipment, and materials.

2. Wear appropriate PPE.

3. Perform appropriate troubleshooting process based on the Troubleshooting Table

for Defective Fluorescent Lamp Fixtures.

4. Check the output for functionality.

5. Observe good housekeeping.

Assessment Criteria

Dimensions Points

1. Accuracy of troubleshooting process 10

2. Functionality of the repaired fluorescent lamp 10

3. Use of tool 5

4. Speed 5

5. Housekeeping 5

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 INFORMATION 1.2
ELECTRICAL WIRING PLAN

Electrical Wiring Plan is a technical representation of electrical system proposed to

be installed in building or house. It includes material, devices and equipment.

Sample Electrical Wiring Plan

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Parts of an Electrical Wiring Plan

Floor Plan is a plan of a room or floor of a building drawn to scale as if viewed from
above.

Sample Floor Plan

The Legend shows the meaning of each symbol used in the electrical plan. The
following are sample symbols commonly used in the plan.

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The Load Schedule

The following details can be seen in the schedule of load:

 Number of branch circuit of electrical wiring system
 Number of light outlet, power outlet and switches per branch
 Total wattage rating of the load per circuit branch
 Total current load per circuit and size of wire used
 Computation of the total power and current of each circuit branch.
 Size of conduit used for feeder line and branch circuits.

The Riser Diagram is a single line diagram presentation of the entire electrical circuit
from the service entrance up to the smallest circuit branch. It shows:
 Character and type of service, single phase 2 wire/ 3 wire
 Size of service entrance conductor and the conduit used
 Type and size of wire for each branch
 Size of protective device for main circuit breaker and each branch

230V

Sample Riser Diagram: Single Line Diagram

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Title Block

The title block or the name plate indicates the following details:

1. Name and location of the proposed installation.

2. Name and address of the owner.
3. Name and signature and dry seal of master electrician or electrical engineer.
4. Printed name of the owner
5. Initial of the draftsman and the data when drawing was done.

RESIDENCE B-16 L-34 P-6 Pleasant Hill Subd. City of San Jose del
LOCATION Monte, Bulacan

DRAWN BY Arch. Shadrach Joseph Siguan

CHECKED BY Engr. Steve John C. Sabocojan

Sample Title block

Specification

Specification includes the following:

1. Classification of service
2. Type of wiring method to be used
3. Number of branch circuit and their corresponding sizes
4. Supplies materials to be used by the contractor

Sample Specification
1. All electrical works herein shall be executed in accordance with the provision of the latest
edition of Philippine Electrical Code (PEC). The rules and regulations of locality and requirements
of the power company.
2. All electrical works herein included shall be executed by experienced men under
supervision of full time licensed electrical engineer. Works shall be neatly placed, securely and
properly finished.
3. All conduit shall be protected against damages by the entrance of water and foreign
matter during construction. All ends on conduits shall be plugged to exclude moisture and dust
immediately after conduits are placed.
4. Single conductor insulated THHN thermoplastic shall be used. The min. size of wires shall
be 3.5mm2 THHN for all lighting and power outlet.
5. Contractor must submit shop drawing of all panel board to the engineer prior for
fabrication. Only one brand of circuit breaker and only the approved panel board fabricator shall
be utilized in the entire project requirement. Use copper for circuit breaker and backyard
fabricator of panel board is not acceptable.
6. Mounting height of devices shall be approved by _______ and or as follows
Panel board – 1800mm above finished floor level to top of panel
Wall switches – 1300mm above finished floor level to center of devices
Power outlet – 300mm above finished floor level to center of box
7. Upon completion of electrical works, the following tests shall be performed by the
contractor inclusive of the installation to be reported in details and in forms approved by _____.
a. Insulation resistance phase d. phase sequence test
b. Phase balancing test e. functional test
c. Voltage test
8. All dimensions are in millimeters unless noted otherwise. For exact dimensions refer to
the architectural plans.

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Location map shows the following details:
1. Bordering areas showing the well known streets
2. Location of the utility company pole which supplies electric energy

Sample Location Map

CIRCUITING GUIDELINES based on the Philippine Electrical Code (PEC)

requirements:
1. The code requires sufficient circuitry to supply residential load of 30 watts per
square meter.
2. The requirement 30 watts per square meter is up to 80 square meters for 20 amp
circuit (2400 watts) or 60 square meters for 15 ampere circuit (1800watts).
3. The code requires a minimum of 20 amperes for appliance branch to feed all small
appliances outlet in the kitchen, dining, and living room.
4. The general purpose branch shall be rated 20 amperes. Wire no. 12 AWG is the
minimum size of conductor required for all the convenience outlets.
5. The minimum circuit load of 15 ampere circuit breaker shall be used for light
circuit.
6. Plug outlet or convenience receptacles shall be counted in computing the load if it’s
not in the load of general lighting circuit.
 For 15 amp circuit: 9/1.5= 6 outlets
 For 20 amp circuit 12/1.5= 8 outlets
7. Convenience outlet should be planned properly. It should not be placed in one
circuit so that the failure of one will not deprive the supply of power to the other
circuit.
8. All kitchen outlets should be fed from any of the circuits except lighting circuit.
9. Certain outlet in the room should be designed as appliances outlet.
 All kitchen receptacles
 Dining room receptacles

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  One in the living room
10. The code requires that at least one 20 amp circuit is supplied to the laundry outlets.
11. Provide a separate circuit for air conditioning units.( Consider it as a special
purpose circuit / outlet )

SELF-CHECK 1.2
PARTS OF ELECTRICAL WIRING PLAN

Directions: Identify what is being referred to by the following statement. Write your
answer on a separate sheet of paper.

1. It is a technical representation of an electrical

system proposed to be installed in building or
house.

2. It is a part of the electrical plan which shows the

size of service entrance conduit.

3. It is a part of the wiring plan which shows the

number of branch of electrical circuit.

4. It shows the meaning of electrical symbols used in

the electrical plan.

5. It shows the name and location of the proposed

wiring installation.
6. It is a plan of a room or floor of a building drawn
to scale as if viewed from above.
7. It is a part of the plan classification of service
and type of wiring method to be used.
8. The PEC requires that at least one ____amp is
supplied to the laundry outlets.
9. The PEC requires sufficient circuitry to supply
residential load of ____watts per square meter.
10. The minimum circuit load of ____amperes circuit
breaker shall be used for light circuit.

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 INFORMATION 1.3
SKETCHING AN ELECTRICAL WIRING PLAN

Sketching an Electrical Wiring Plan Before starting to sketch an electrical

wiring plan, the minimum requirements for each area or room in the building should
be considered.

BEDROOM: A bedroom is a private room where people normally sleep for the night or
relax during the day. A general illumination should be provided in this area.
Convenience outlets should also be installed on each side and within 1.5 to 2 meters of
the centerline of each bed location.

Lighting and power provision for the bedroom

MASTER’S BEDROOM: The master’s bedroom is the principal bedroom in a house and
is usually occupied by the head of the household. The lighting and power/convenience
outlets requirement is similar to the ordinary bedroom.

Lighting and power provision for the masters bedroom

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DINING AREA: A dining area is a part of the house for consuming food. In modern
times it is usually adjacent to the kitchen for convenience in serving. This area should
be well lighted and provided with convenience outlets.

Lighting and power provision for a typical dining area

LIVING AREA: A living area is a part in a residential house for relaxing and socializing. This
should be provided with convenience outlets. Usually chandelier and pin lights are installed in
this area as shown in the drawing.

Lighting and power provision for the living area

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KITCHEN: A kitchen is a part of a house used for cooking and food preparation. This
area should be well lighted and should be provided with convenience outlets. A special
purpose outlets should be installed for cooking range and other kitchen appliances.

Lighting and power provision for the kitchen

Toilet and Bathroom: A toilet is a sanitation fixture used primarily for the disposal of
human excrement and urine. A bathroom is a room for personal hygiene, generally
containing a bathtub or a shower. Lighting should be installed in this room.
Convenience outlet could also be installed but it should be near the mirror or away
from the shower area.

Lighting and power provision for the Toilet & Bathroom

PORCH: Some porches are simply attachments of a home to give the traditional
appearance to a home. Similar to a living area, this should also be provided with
convenience outlets. Usually chandelier and pin lights are installed in this area as
shown in the drawing.

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 Typical Porch Lighting and power provision

GARAGE: The traditional opening of garage door is through manual operation. But
because of the high technology, garage door remote has been introduced. Lighting and
convenience outlets should be provided in this area.

Typical Garage Lighting and power provision

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GARDEN: A garden is a planned space, usually outdoors, set aside for the display,
cultivation of plants and other forms of nature. Lighting and convenience outlets
should be provided in the area.

Garden Lighting and power provision

The final design of the typical bungalow residential wiring plan is shown below,
indicating service entrance, electric meter, position of the switches, convenience
outlets, lighting outlets and panel board.

Typical Bungalow Residential Electrical Wiring Plan

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 READING ELECTRICAL PLAN To read electrical plans, start with the floor
plans where you can get an idea of the layout and intent of the space. Carefully study
and understand the wiring diagrams, which show the paths that wires will take from
each piece of equipment back to the panel. Electrical components are represented by
various symbols and their corresponding meaning.

Figure A: LIGHTING OUTLETS LAYOUT

Figure B. CONVENIENCE OUTLETS/POWER LAYOUT

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Number of lighting outlets, switches, and convenience outlets (C.O.) found
in figures A and B

Part of the No. of No. of No. of C.O.-Type

House Lighting Switch-Type
Outlet
Living Area 1
2- s2 2

1 - s3
Bedroom 1 2 1 & 1 - acu

1 - s3
Bedroom 2 2 1 & 1 - acu

1- s1
Kitchen 1 2 & 1 - Range
Outlet
1- s3
1 - s2
Dining Area 2 1

Porch 1 1
Car Port 2 1
Toilet & Bath 1
1-s 1

1-s
Family hall 1 2

Open Area 5 1
Passage 1

To determine total watts and current loads in figures A and B

Figure A: Lighting Outlets Layout

Examine the lighting layout in figure A. There are 19 lighting outlets.
Split the 19 lighting outlets into two circuits 1 and 2.

There are 19 light outlet divided into two

Circuit 1 = 9 light outlets
Circuit 2 = 10 light outlets

A. Circuit – 1 Lighting Load (9 light outlets)

1. The Philippine Electrical Code provides that 100 watts be the maximum
load light outlet. Thus, for 9 light outlets at 100 watts, multiply:

9 outlets x 100 watts = 900 watts

2. Compute the current load

900watts/230volts = 3.91amperes

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 B. Circuit – 2 Lighting Load (10 lights outlets)

1. For 10 light outlets, find the total load in watts:

10 light outlets x 100 watts = 1,000 watts

2. Compute current load:

1000 watts/230 volts = 4.35 amperes

Figure B: Convenience Outlets/Power Layout

Count the convenience outlets in figure B. There are 16 convenience
outlets.
Circuit – 3 = 6 convenience outlets
Circuit – 4 = 6 convenience outlets
Circuit – 5 = 1- range load
Circuit – 6 = 1- water heater load
Circuit – 7 = 1- Aircon Unit
Circuit – 8 = 1- Aircon Unit

C. Circuit – 3 for small Appliance Load: The Philippine Electrical Code

specifies 180 watts load limit per convenience outlet. Thus:

1. Find the number of appliance outlet and total load in watts.

6 outlets X 2 gang per outlet x 180 watts
12 x 180 = 2,160 watts

2. Compute current load

2,160 watts/230 volts = 9.39 amperes

D. Circuit - 4 for small Appliance Load

1. Find the number of appliance outlet and Total Load in watts.

6 outlets X 2 gang per outlet x 180 watts
12 x 180 = 2,160 watts

2. Compute current load

2,160 watts/230 volts = 9.39 amperes

E. Circuit - 5 for Range Load

1. Range load (appliance rating) at 8.0 kw = 8,000 watts

2. Solve for current load

8,000watts/230 volts = 34.78 amperes

F. Circuit - 6 for water Heater load

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 1. One unit of water heater at 2.5 kw = 2,500 watts

2. The total current load will be;

2,500 watts/230 volts = 10.86 amperes

G. Circuit - 7 and 8 with 1-unit air conditioner each

1. One unit of air conditioner at 1.5 horse power is:
1.5 hp x 746 watts = 1,119 watts
Article 6.7 of the Philippine Electrical Code (PEC) provides that:
“Branch circuit conductor supplying a motor shall have an ampacity not
less than 125% of the full load current”

2. Current load:
1,119 watts/230 = 4.87 amperes
4.86 x 125% = 6.07 amperes

Total watts and current loads from circuit 1 to circuit 8:

Ckt. No. of Total rating Total
No. Load Outlets in Watts rating in
Ampere
1. Lighting Outlets 9 900w 3.91A
2 Lighting Outlets 10 1,000w 4.35A
3 Convenience Outlets 6 2,160w 9.39A
4 Convenience Outlets 6 2,160w 9.39A
5 Range Outlet 1 8,000w 34.78A
6 Water heater Outlet 1 2,500w 10.86A
7 Aircon Unit Outlet 1 1,119w 4.87A
8 Aircon Unit Outlet 1 1,119w 4.87A
Total Rating 18,958w 82.42 A

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 ACTIVITY SHEET 1.2
SKETCHING ELECTRICAL LAYOUTS

Directions: Below are floor plans A and B. Draw the necessary electrical
symbols in their proper locations to complete the electrical house plan.
Determine the total watts and current loads. Use Sketch pad/Oslo papers.

Floor Plan A. Lighting Outlets Layout

Floor Plan B. Convenience Outlets/Power Layout

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 ACTIVITY SHEET 1.3
SKETCHING ELECTRICAL WIRING PLAN

Directions: Prepare an Electrical Wiring Plan of a Bungalow Residential

Building based on the Philippine Electrical Code (PEC) Requirements. Use
Sketch pad or Oslo paper.

Material:

 Sketch pad/Oslo papers

Tools:
 Pencil
 Eraser

Procedure:
Note: one Oslo paper/ bond paper for each required task
1. Draw a floor plan.
2. Layout the position of light outlet in your floor plan.
3. Lay out the position of power outlet in your floor plan.
4. Connect the power outlet to its corresponding circuit branch.
5. Prepare the load schedule.
6. Prepare legends.
7. Prepare the schematic feeder diagram (riser).
8. Prepare the specification.
9. Prepare the location map.
10. Prepare the title block.

Assessment Criteria

Dimensions Points

1. Accuracy of Electrical Layouts 20

2. Completeness of the Task 20

3. Use of Drawing Instrument 5

4. Speed 5

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 INFORMATION SHEET 1.4
ESTIMATING ELECTRICAL MATERIALS NEEDED FOR THE JOB

Estimate electrical materials for the installation of the two fluorescent lamps
controlled by the two 3 –way-switches and One SPST switch using Flexible Non-
metallic Conduit in a 4’ x 4’ x 3/4” wiring board.

S S3w S3w
w ww
ww
Single Line diagram of the two fluorescent lamps controlled by two 3 –way-switches
and One SPST switch using Flexible Non-metallic Conduit w

Needed Tools, Materials and Instrument:

Instrument:
Multi-tester 1 unit
Materials:
 Fluorescent Lamp (20 watts) 2 sets
 Lamp socket 2 pcs
 Utility box 3 pcs
 Safety switch 1 set
 SPST switch 1 pc
 Junction box 2 pcs
 Adapter with lock nuts 15 pcs
 Conduit clamps/straps 25 pcs
 1 gang plate cover 3 pcs
 Three way switch 2 pcs
 Wood screws (¼ x ½) 50 pcs
 Electrical tape 1 roll
 Solid/Stranded wire TW 30 m
 Plastic Flexible Conduit 5 mts
 Wiring Board 4’x4’x3/4” I pc

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 Tools:
 Philip Screw driver 1 pc
 Flat Screw driver 1 pc
 Side cutting pliers 1 pc
 Diagonal cutting pliers 1 pc
 Long nose pliers 1 pc
 Push pull tape rule 1 pc
 Claw Hammer 1 pc
 Gimlet 1 pc

Personal Protective Equipment:

 Gloves 1 pair
 Goggles 1 pc

ACTIVITY SHEET 1.4

ESTIMATE ELECTRICAL MATERIALS NEEDED FOR THE JOB

Directions: Estimate the electrical materials that have been used in the wiring
installation in figure x.

Job specification: Nonmetallic conduit with 4 bulbs assigned as bulb A, B,C and D.
Bulb A is controlled in 3 locations by one 4-way switch ( S4W ) and two 3-way (S3w)
switches. Bulbs B to D connected in parallel each controlled by a single pole switch.
The size of wiring board is 4’ x 4’ x 3/4”plywood.

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 Figure x
Note: Write the materials on the table provided for.

Materials and Personal Protective Equipment Used in the Installation:

Materials: Quantity
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Personal Protective Equipment:
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Assessment Criteria

Dimensions Points

1. Quantity of material are complete based on the job 20

2. Personal Protective Equipment had been identified 5

3. Effective use of time (speed) 5

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 ACTIVITY SHEET 1.5
ESTIMATING ELECTRICAL MATERIALS NEEDED FOR THE JOB

Directions: Using the given wiring plan below, estimate the materials needed for the
installation of the circuit in a 4’ x 4’ x 3/4” wiring board.

Working drawing

1 2
CB

Two lamps in parallel controlled by

a single pole switch with duplex convenience outlet

Procedure:

1. Analyze the given working drawing.

2. Determine the type of wiring method to be used.
3. List down all the necessary tools needed for the installation. List down the required
instruments to be used in wiring the circuit.
4. List down the needed materials such as electrical boxes, wiring supports and
fittings; electrical conductors; switches; and lamp sockets.
5. List down the required PPE for the installation.

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 Materials and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Materials, Tools.
Descriptions Quantity
Equipment and PPE

Materials

Tools

Equipment

Personal Protective
Equipment (PPE)

Assessment Criteria
Criteria Yes No
Electrical tools, materials, equipment are prepared in line with the
job requirement.
Quantity, quality and rating of tools and materials are checked in
line with the job requirements.
Personal protective equipment were identified.

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SUMMATIVE ASSESMENT:

Test I. Multiple Choice:

Directions: Choose the letter of the correct answer. Write your answer on a separate
sheet of paper.

____1. It is of electrical wiring plan that contains name and address of the
owner, signature and dry of master electrician or electrical engineer.
a. Location map b. Specification c. Riser diagram d. Title block

____2. It is of electrical wiring plan that consists of type of service, single

phase 2- wire or 3-wire and voltage.
a. Location map b. Specification c. Riser diagram d. Title block

____3. It is a part of the electrical wiring plan which shows the number of
branch of electrical circuit.
a. Location map b. Specification c. Riser diagram d. Title block

____4. It is a technical representation of an electrical system proposed to be

installed in building or house.
a. Electrical Wiring Plan b. Specification c. Lighting Layout
d. Power Layout

____5. It is the area of the house where the chandelier is usually installed.
a. kitchen b. masters bedroom c. living area d. garage

____6. In the electrical wiring plan, switches are always placed near the___.
a. windows b. door c. floor d. ceiling

____7. It shows the meaning of electrical symbols used in the electrical plan.
a. Floor Plan b. Specification c. Legend d. Title Block

____8. It shows the classification of service, type of wiring method to be used and
supplies and materials to be used by the contractor.
a. Floor Plan b. Specification c. Legend d. Title Block

____9. it is used in estimating distances in an electrical floor plan so as to determine

length of conduit and wires.
a. Scale
b. Philippine Electrical Code
c. Flexible tape
d. Protractor

____10. If the computed load current doesn’t exactly match with what is found in the
wire table of the PEC, what is the safe practice?
a. Use half the ampacity
b. Use double the ampacity
c. Use the nearest higher ampacity
d. Use the nearest lower ampacity

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Test II. Understanding Test:

Directions: Below are unarranged procedures in assembling a 20 watts fluorescent

lamp fixture. Arrange them in proper order. Write your answer in a separate sheet of
paper.

1. Wear appropriate PPE.

2. Perform housekeeping

3. Prepare the necessary tools, materials.

4. Study the schematic diagram.

5. Mount the starter socket to the frame. Make sure it is attached securely.

6. Assemble and wire a 20-w fluorescent fixture using Normal or Medium Power
Factor ballast (M.P.F.)

7. Mount the connection terminal socket to the frame. Make sure that it is fixed not
too loose or too tight.

8. Test the circuit for ground short or open wiring. If fault is found, repair it.

9. Make the necessary connections of the fluorescent fixture by referring to the

schematic wiring diagram.

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Test II. Performance Test:

Directions: Below are floor layouts A and B. Draw the necessary electrical symbols
in their proper locations to complete the electrical wiring plan. Make a separate
layout for lighting and power. Use Oslo or bond paper. (11 points)

Floor Layout A Floor Layout

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