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

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d. Title Block

____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
c. Lighting Layout

b. Specification
d. Power Layout

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

a.
b.
c.
d.

Pole
Throw
Path
Gang

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

3-way
4-way
1-way
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
A. Lamp fails to
light. No
flickering.

B. Slow or
intermittent
starting

Possible Cause

Corrective Action

Leak in the
lamp tube

Inspect visually the lamp tube

for possible cracked or
damaged. If there is, replace
with a new one.

No electrical
power to the
lamp fixture.

Loose contact
between the
lamp and the
lamp holder.

Check the power source. Make

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

Improper
wiring

Check the wiring connections to

see whether it follows the
diagram on the ballast label

Defective
ballast

Check the ballast. This may be

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.

Loose contact
between the
lamp and the
holder

Adjust the lamp and set it

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

Inactive
starter

Test starter in adjacent fixture. If

this does not work, replace the
starter.

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C. Short life span

of the lamp

D. Blinking or
flickering

Improper
wiring

Check the wiring connections to

see whether it follows the
diagram on the ballast label

Constant
switching on
and off of the
circuit

Avoid unnecessary turning on

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

Loose contact
between the
lamp and the
holder

Adjust the lamp and set it

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

Improper
wiring

Check the wiring connections to

see whether it follows the
diagram on the ballast label.

Defective
starter

Remove the starter while the

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

Impurities
inside the
lamp

At times, the arc in the lamp

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

Loose contact
between the
lamp and the
holder

Adjust the lamp and set it

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

Improper
wiring

Check the wiring connections to

see whether it follows the
diagram on the ballast label

Defective
starter

Remove the starter while the

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

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it.
o

Defective
ballast

If the ballast frequency rating is

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
Lamp fails to
light. No
flickering.

Slow or
intermittent
starting

Possible Cause
Leak in the lamp
tube

Corrective Action

1.

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

5.

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

the lamp

Constant switching
on and off of the
circuit.

9.
Blinking or
flickering

10.

8.

Remove the starter while the lamp is on. If

the flashing stops, the starter is defective.
Replace it.
At times, the arc in the lamp may swirl
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
1 pc
Multi-tester
Materials:
1set
Defective Fluorescent Lamp
1 pc each
Fluorescent tube, ballast, starter,
holder and housing
1 roll
Electrical tape
1 meter
Flat cord #20 awg
Tools:
1 pc
Philip Screw driver
1 pc
Flat Screw driver
1 pc
Side cutting pliers
1 pc
Long nose pliers
Personal Protective Equipment:
Gloves
Goggles

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1 pair
1 pc

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
Points

Dimensions
1. Accuracy of troubleshooting process

10

2. Functionality of the repaired fluorescent lamp

10

3. Use of tool

4. Speed

5. Housekeeping

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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.
2.
3.
4.
5.

Name and location of the proposed installation.

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

RESIDENCE
LOCATION

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

DRAWN BY

Arch. Shadrach Joseph Siguan

CHECKED BY

Engr. Steve John C. Sabocojan

Sample Title block

Specification
Specification includes the following:
1.
2.
3.
4.

Classification of service
Type of wiring method to be used
Number of branch circuit and their corresponding sizes
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 its
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

MASTERS BEDROOM: The masters 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
House
Living Area

No. of
Lighting
Outlet
1

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Kitchen

Dining Area

Porch
Car Port
Toilet & Bath

1
2
1

Family hall

Open Area
Passage

5
1

No. of
Switch-Type

No. of C.O.-Type

s2
1 - s3
1 - s3
1- s1
1- s3
1 - s2

2-

s
1-s
1-

1 & 1 - acu
1 & 1 - acu
2 & 1 - Range
Outlet
1
1
1
1
2
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.
1.

Circuit 1 Lighting Load (9 light outlets)

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

Ckt.
No.
1.
2
3
4
5
6
7
8

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

No. of
Total rating
Total
Load
Outlets
in Watts
rating in
Ampere
Lighting Outlets
9
900w
3.91A
Lighting Outlets
10
1,000w
4.35A
Convenience Outlets
6
2,160w
9.39A
Convenience Outlets
6
2,160w
9.39A
Range Outlet
1
8,000w
34.78A
Water heater Outlet
1
2,500w
10.86A
Aircon Unit Outlet
1
1,119w
4.87A
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
Points

Dimensions
1. Accuracy of Electrical Layouts

20

2. Completeness of the Task

20

3. Use of Drawing Instrument

4. Speed

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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 Nonmetallic Conduit in a 4 x 4 x 3/4 wiring board.

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

Needed Tools, Materials and Instrument:

Instrument:
Multi-tester
Materials:
Fluorescent Lamp (20 watts)
Lamp socket
Utility box
Safety switch
SPST switch
Junction box
Adapter with lock nuts
Conduit clamps/straps
1 gang plate cover
Three way switch
Wood screws ( x )
Electrical tape
Solid/Stranded wire TW
Plastic Flexible Conduit
Wiring Board 4x4x3/4

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1 unit
2 sets
2 pcs
3 pcs
1 set
1 pc
2 pcs
15 pcs
25 pcs
3 pcs
2 pcs
50 pcs
1 roll
30 m
5 mts
I pc

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

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

Personal Protective Equipment:

Gloves
Goggles

1 pair
1 pc

pc
pc
pc
pc
pc
pc
pc
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 3/4plywood.

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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

Personal Protective Equipment:

Assessment Criteria
Points

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

20

2. Personal Protective Equipment had been identified

3. Effective use of time (speed)

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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

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.
Equipment and PPE

Descriptions

Quantity

Materials

Tools

Equipment

Personal Protective
Equipment (PPE)

Assessment Criteria
Criteria

Yes

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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No

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 doesnt 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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