Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
PUBLIC TECHNICAL -VOCATIONAL
HIGH SCHOOLS

ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE NC II

Unit of Competency: FUNDAMENTALS OF ELECTRICITY

MODULE TITLE:
PERFORMING MENSURATION

Module No.: 3 AND CALCULATIONS

Performing Mensuration and Calculation

 LEARNING OUTCOMES:
At the end of this Lesson, you are expected to
do the following:

LO 1. select measuring tools and instruments; and

LO 2. carry out measurements and calculations.

Definition of Terms
Amperage (Amps) - a unit of measurement of electrical current flow
 Ampere - a unit of measurement which describes the amount of electric current passing a
certain point at a particular time

Centimeter - hundredth of a meter

Inch - a portion of a foot, which is an English unit of linear measurement

Megger - an instrument used to measure the insulation resistance of conductors or wire. It

gives measurement in ohms or meg-ohms

Millimeter - one-thousandth of a meter

Multi-tester - an electrical measuring instrument used to measure the voltage, the

resistance or the current of a circuit. It is connected either through parallel or series with the
circuit depending on what to measure

Ohm - the unit of measurement used to express resistance

Ohmmeter - an instrument used to measure resistance in ohms

Volt - a unit of measurement of electrical pressure or voltage

Voltmeter - an instrument specially designed for measuring voltage

Wire Gauge - used to measure the diameter of magnetic wire

MEASURING TOOLS AND INSTRUMENTS

Measurement is the process or the result of determining the ratio of a physical quantity,
such as a length, time, temperature, etc., to a unit of measurement, such as the meter, second or
degree Celsius. The science of measurement is called metrology.
The English word measurement originates from the Latin mēnsūra and the verbmetiri
through the Middle French mesure.
 Electrical measuring tools and instruments are sensitive and delicate so extra care is
necessary in handling them. These are used to measure currents, voltages, resistances, wattages
and other important elements in electrical works. This topic, will tackle the function/use of each
measuring tool and instrument used in doing a electrical task. Different kinds of measuring tools
and precision measuring instruments are as follows:

Measuring tool/instrument Description

Test Light is a pocket size tool used to test the line wire
or circuit if there is current in it.

Micrometer is used to measure the diameter of

wires/conductors in circular mils. It can measure small
and big sizes of wires and cables.

Wire Gauge is used in determining the size of

wires/conductors. The gauge ranges from 0 to 60 awg (
American wire gauge).

Ruler/foot rule is a measuring tool used to measure

length, width and thickness of short flat object and in
sketching straight lines.

Pull-Push Rule is a measuring tool used to measure the

length of an object in centimeter and inches

Ammeter is an instrument used to measure the amount

of electrical current intensity in a circuit. The unit of
measure is ampere (a). It is connected along or series to
the circuit.
 Voltmeter is an instrument used to measure electrical
pressure or voltage of a circuit. The unit of measure is
volt (v). This is connected across or parallel to the circuit.

Clamp Ammeter is also called tong-tester. It is used to

measure current flowing in a conductor. It is clamped or
hanged in a conductor.

Volt-Ohmmeter (VOM) otherwise called as Multi-tester;

is used to measure the voltage, resistance and current of
a circuit. It is connected in parallel or series with the
circuit depending on what to measure.

Name: ______________________________________________________ Date:_________

Grade/Section: ______________________________________________ Score: _________

Title of the Activity: Its Time to Measure!

Learning Competency: Select Measuring Tools and Instruments

Activity: Identify Me!

 Direction: Choose the correct answer and write only the letter on the space provided.

__________1. An instrument used to measure the amount of electrical current intensity in a

circuit.
A. Voltmeter C. Micrometer
B. Ammeter D. Ohmmeter

__________2. A pocket sized tool used to test the line wire or circuit if there is current in it.
A. Test light C. Ruler
B. Wire gauge D. Pull-push rule
__________3. A measuring tool used to measure the length of an object in centimeter and
inches.
A. Test light C. Ruler
B. Wire gauge D. Pull-push rule
__________4. It is used to measure the diameter of wires/conductors in circular mils. It can
measure small and big sizes of wires and cables.
A. Voltmeter C. Micrometer
B. Ammeter D. Ohmmeter
__________5. It is used to measure the voltage, resistance and current of a circuit. It connected in
parallel or series with the circuit depending on what to measure.
A. Volt-Ohm-Milliamete C. Ohmmeter
B. Micrometer D. Ammeter

B.Directions: Inside Box A are jumbled letters. Arrange the letters to form words pertaining to
electrical measuring tools and instruments. Then write the words inside Box B.

Box A Box B

1. GEWIGREAU 1.

2. MVLTETEOR 2.

3.
3. AACMPLMMTREE

4.
4. RPPULLUSHULE-

C. Directions: Describe at least two of your answer in activity B.

1. ___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
2. ___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________

Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
PUBLIC TECHNICAL-VOCATIONAL
HIGH SCHOOLS
 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE NC II

Unit of Competency: FUNDAMENTALS OF ELECTRICITY

MODULE TITLE:
SYSTEM OF MEASUREMENT
Module No.: 4
LEARNING OUTCOME 2

Carry out measurements and calculations

PERFORMANCE STANDARD S

 Numerical computations are self -checked and corrected for accuracy.

 Accurate measurements are obtained according to job requirements.
 Identified and converted systems of measurements to j ob requirements.
 Measured work pieces according to job requirements.
 SYSTEM OF MEASUREMENT

A system of measurement is a set of units which can be used to specify anything

can be measured.

These are common units of measurement used in making layout and installation of
electrical materials:

A. Linear measures

1. English system provides the creative way on how people can measure by themselves.
For example, people measure shorter distance on the ground with their feet. They
measure long distances by their palms which is equal to a yard.
• Inch
• Yard
• Miles

2. Metric system is a decimalized system of measurement. It exists in several variations

with different choices of base units. Metric units are widely used around the world for
personal, commercial and scientific purpose.
• Millimeter
• Centimeter
• Decimeter
• Meter

B. English units and each equivalent

• 12 inches = foot(ft)
• 1 foot = 3yard (yd)
• 1 yard = 36 inches

C. Metric units and each equivalent

• 10millimeter (mm) = 1centimeter (cm)

• 10centimeter = 1decimeter(dm)
• 10 decimeter = 1meter

D. English to metric equivalent

• 1 inch = 2.54 cm
• 1 foot = 30.48 cm
• 1 yard = 91.44 cm

E. The centimeter graduation

 .5mm 1mm 10mm or 1cm 25 mm or 2.5 c m

The graduation shows that every digit is .5mm How to

read the cm graduation:

1. First graduation is .5 mm
2. Second graduation is 1mm
3. Third graduation is 1.5mm
4. Fourth graduation is 2mm

Note: If the graduation reaches 10mm, it is equivalent to 1cm.

F. The inch graduation

0 1/8 1/4 3/8 1/2 5/8 3/4 7/8 1 inch

1/16 3/16 5/16 7/16 9/16 11/16 13/16 15/16

 How to read the inch graduation:
1. First graduation is 1/16
2. Second graduation is 18
3. Third graduation is 3/16
4. Fourth graduation is 1/4, then follow the given scale above.

The inch graduation in a steel rule:

Converting the unit of measurement from English to metric and vice versa

Example:
1. 12 inches = ________ cm
Cancel the common unit and apply cross
Since multiplication.
12 inches = 2.54 cm

1 inch

12 x 2.54 cm Perform the indicated operation.

1
Therefore: 12 inches = 30.48 cm

2. 6 feet = ________ inches

Since
6 feet = 12 inches

1 feet

6 x 12 inches
1
Therefore: 6 feet = 72 inches
Name: ______________________________________________________ Date: ____________

Grade/Section: ______________________________________________ Score: ___________

Title of the Activity: Its Time to Measure!

Learning Competency: Carry out Measurements and Calculations

Activity: Let’s Convert!

A. Directions: Write the equivalent value of the given unit.

_______ 1. 1cm is _____ mm

_______ 2. 1 yard is _____ inches

_______ 3. 1dm is _____ cm

_______ 4. 10mm is _____ cm

_______ 5. 1foot is _____ inches

B. Directions: Write the correct unit abbreviation of the following:

_______ 6. Centimeter

_______ 7. Meter

_______ 8. Decimeter

_______ 9. Yard

_______10. Feet

C. Directions: Convert the following:

1 10 feet = ________cm
.
2 70 cm = ________mm
.
3 15 = ________ ft
. inches
4 5 =________ yard
. meters
 Republic of the Philippines
Department of Education
PUBLIC TECHNICAL-VOCATIONAL
HIGH SCHOOLS

ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE NC II

Unit of Competency: FUNDAMENTALS OF ELECTRICITY

MODULE TITLE:
THE MULTITESTER
Module No.: 5

Performing Mensuration and Calculation

LEARNING OUTCOMES:
At the end of this Lesson, you are expected to
do the following:

LO 1. select measuring tools and instruments; and

LO 2. carry out measurements and calculations.

Definition of Terms
 Amperage (Amps) - a unit of measurement of electrical current flow

Ampere - a unit of measurement which describes the amount of electric current passing a
certain point at a particular time

Centimeter - hundredth of a meter

Inch - a portion of a foot, which is an English unit of linear measurement

Megger - an instrument used to measure the insulation resistance of conductors or wire. It

gives measurement in ohms or meg-ohms

Millimeter - one-thousandth of a meter

Multi-tester - an electrical measuring instrument used to measure the voltage, the

resistance or the current of a circuit. It is connected either through parallel or series with
the circuit depending on what to measure

Ohm - the unit of measurement used to express resistance

Ohmmeter - an instrument used to measure resistance in ohms

Volt - a unit of measurement of electrical pressure or voltage

Voltmeter - an instrument specially designed for measuring voltage

Wire Gauge - used to measure the diameter of magnetic wire

THE MULTITESTER

INTRODUCTION
 The Multitester or multimeter is sometimes called the VOM (voltmeter, ohmmeter,
milliammeter). It is the best instrument that can measure voltage, resistance and current.
It is generally made of two types: the analog and the digital.

A. PARTS OF A MULTI TESTER

POINTER . The
needle-shaped rod
that moves over the
scale of a meter .

Pointer It is mechanically
connected to the
moving coil. it
indicates the
measured values on
the multimeter
scale.

RANGE SELECTOR KNOB

(Selector switch ) makes it
possible to select different
functions and range of the
meter.
 Adjustment screw makes it possible to
adjust the pointer to the zero position of the
scale.

SCALE is a series of
marking used for reading
the value of a quantity
setting.

SCALE -can have different

types of scale, for voltage
and current readings the
scales have mostly linear
which means equal
division. For resistance
readings, the scale have

Test probe positive (red),

negative (black) is used to
Zero -ohm
connect the circuit to the
adjustingKnob is
electrical components being
used to zero -in
tested the pointer befor e
measuring
resistance.
 A. Proper care and maintenance of the multi tester

1. Read manual of instructions on how to operate the multi-tester.

2. In reading the amount of voltage, always start with the highest range to avoid
reading voltage higher than the tester setting.
3. Be sure that the tester is set to the correct range setting: resistance range when
measuring the ohm, voltage range when measuring voltage and ammeter range
when measuring the value of electric current.
4. Always check the condition of its battery. Worn out batteries will damage the
internal setting of the tester.
5. When the tester is not in used or will be stored, set the selector switch to 1000V or
to OFF position.
6. Never drop the tester.

Name: ______________________________________________________ Date: ____________

Grade/Section: ________________________________________________________ Score: ___________

Title of the Activity: Multi-tasking Multitester

Learning Competency: Carry out Measurements and Calculations

PART I: Identify Me!

A. DIRECTION. Given a Multi-\tester below, write the parts indicated by the arrow and
give their functions.

PARTS OF MULTITESTER
1_______________ 4_________

2_______________ 5____________

3_______________ 6________

B.Directions: Describe at least two of your answer in activity A.

1. __________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________

2. __________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________

Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
PUBLIC TECHNICAL -VOCATIONAL
HIGH SCHOOLS
 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE NC II

Unit of Competency: FUNDAMENTALS OF ELECTRICITY

MODULE TITLE:
VOLTAGE AND RESISTANCE

Module No.: 6 MEASUREMENT

How to read the meter scale of the multi tester

To read the resistance range of the multi-tester, the given table below will be used. The
unit of measurement to be used to determine its resistance is ohm.
Range 0-2 2-10 10-20 20-50 50-100 100-200
Range x1 0.2 0.5 1 2 5 20
Range 2 5 10 20 50 200
x10

Range x1k 20 50 100 200 500 2K

Range x 200 500 1K 2K 5K 20K
10k
 Pointer deflection

Range setting is X1

Reading is 2.5ohms

Pointer deflection

Range setting is X10

Reading is 25 ohms

Voltage scale
Range Value/div
Range 10V 0.2V
Range 50V 1V
Range 250V 5V
Range 100V 20V
Range setting is 10 V
(used0-10 scale)
Reading is4.4V

Range Value/div
Range 10V 0.2V
Range 50V 1V
Range 250V 5V
Range 100V 20V

Voltage scale
Range setting is 50Vsed
(u 0-10

Reading is 24V

Voltage scale

Range Value/div
Range 10V 0.2V
Range 50V 1V
Range 250V 5V
Range 1000V 20V
Voltage scale

Range setting is 250V (used 0-10 scale)

Reading is 110V
Name: ______________________________________________________ Date: ____________

Grade/Section: ________________________________________________________ Score: ___________

Title of the Activity: Multi-tasking Multitester

Learning Competencies: Carry out Measurements and Calculations

Activity: Read Me!

Directions: Indicate the voltage reading of the voltmeter below. Write your answer
on the space provided.

1._______ VOLTS

What is
the
reading?
 2.____VOLTS
AC/DC
Vhens
What is the
reading?

1000 ACV

III. READING AN OHMMETER

A. Indicate the resistance reading of the ohmmeter below.
Direction: WRITE YOUR READING AT THE SPACE PROVIDED.

Vhens
What is
the
reading
?

Rx1k

PANIDA

1. ____________OHMS
 Vhens
What is the
reading?

Rx1

PANIDA

2._______________
OHMS

Vhen What is the

reading?

Rx1k

PANIDA 3.
____________OHMS
 Vhens
What is the
reading?

Rx1

PANIDA

4.__________OHMS
 Republic of the Philippines
Department of Education
PUBLIC TECHNICAL -VOCATIONAL
HIGH SCHOOLS

ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE NC II

Unit of Competency: FUNDAMENTALS OF ELECTRICITY

MODULE TITLE:
ANALYZES SIGNS, SYMBOLS, AND DATA
Module No.: 7
 Interpret Technical Drawings and Plans

LEARNING OUTCOMES:
At the end of this Lesson, you are expected to
do the following:

LO 1. analyze signs, symbols and data; and

LO 2. interpret technical drawings and plans.
 Definition of Terms

Ampere (I) - the unit of electrical current (coulombs per second)

Caution - indicates some precautionary measures against potential hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result to a minor or moderate injury
Danger - specifies hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result to a serious injury
or even death
Isometric - a kind of drawing which shows the object in 3 dimensional views
Joule (J) - a metric unit of energy: watt per second. 1 Kw hr = 2,655,000 ft-lb = 1.341 hp-
hr = 3413 Btu = 3,600,000 joules
Kilovolt-ampere (KVA) - a measurement of apparent electric power
Kilowatt hour (Kwhr) - a unit of electrical energy or work performed
Ohm - the unit of electrical resistance (volts/ampere)
Orthographic - a drawing which shows the front top and side view of the object
Volt (E) - the unit of electric pressure or electromotive force which will produce a current of
1 ampere through a resistance of 1 ohm Watts (W) and kilowatts (KW) - are units of electric
power.

COMMON ELECTRICAL SYMBOLS

Electrical Symbols are small drawings or pictograms used to represent various electrical
devices in a diagram or plan of an electrical circuit. These symbols are used in sketching
schematic diagrams and electrical plans for numerous types of electrical works. Practically any
electrical fixture found in a house has a symbol that coincides to said fixture on an electrical wiring
diagram. These are very useful guide for an electrician or electrical contractor, thus, making the
wiring easier to install as well.

The following are common electrical symbols used in sketching wiring plan and diagram.
Symbol Description Symbol Description

Conductor/Wire Ammeter

Terminal Voltmeter

Switch Galvanometer

Fuse Wattmeter

Connected Wires Wires Not Connected

Circuit Breaker Push Button

Cell Bell

Battery Buzzer

Resistor Speaker

Capacitor Antenna

Diode Male plug

Ground Service Entrance (3 wires)

Lightning Arrester Duplex Convenience

Outlet

Kilowatt-Hour Meter Range Outlet

 Power Panel Board Special Purpose Outlet

Lighting Panel Board Weatherproof Outlet

Incandescent Lamp Floor Outlet

Fluorescent Lamp S1 Single Pole Switch

ELECTRICAL SIGNS
Your power tool with its manual may contain "WARNING ICONS" (a picture symbol intended
to alert you to, and/or to instruct you how to avoid a potentially hazardous condition). Knowing and
understanding these symbols will help you operate your tool better and more safely.

Electrical signs and stickers alert students, workers, and visitors to electrical hazards in the
area. Alerting workers to high voltage areas, electrical hazards, power lines and other electrical
equipment in the area, can help prevent fires and injuries. Proper electrical signs can inform
workers of the dangers in the area.

CAUTION indicates some precautionary

measures against potential hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may result to
a minor or moderate injury.

SAFETY ALERT indicates that a person

should observe extra awareness

PROHIBITION means that any activity is not

allowed as stated by the symbol.

DANGER specifies hazardous situation

which, if not avoided, will result to a serious
injury or even death.
 WARNING specifies a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result to
serious injury or even death.

READ AND UNDERSTAND

INSTRUCTION MANUAL means that a
person should make some reading before
doing any activity.

WEAR EYE PROTECTION indicates that a

person should wear safety goggles or any
related protection for the eyes.

ELECTRICAL HAZARD indicates that

electrical hazard is present in the area.

VOLTAGE DANGER indicates high voltage

in the area and surrounding equipment.

Name: ______________________________________________________ Date: ____________

Grade/Section: _________________________________________________________ Score: ___________

Title of the Activity: Let’s Draw!

Learning Competency: Analyze Signs, Symbols, and Data

PART I: Identify Me!

A. Directions: Match the electrical symbols in Column A to their corresponding

descriptions in Column B. Write the letter of your answer in the space provided
before each number.
Column A Column B

_______1. a. Push button

_______2. b. Switch

_______3. c. Wires connected

_______4. d. Incandescent lamp

_______5. e. Battery

B. Directions Fill out the grid with at least five (5) electrical symbols and write their
descriptions.

Symbols Description

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

C. Direction: Locate and box the different electrical signs below.

 X X X H H H B B O O O O R
P R O H I B I T I O N E S
X X X N S B X S S S G J S
X C R X A B X W W N J J S
X A X W F B X L A L J J X
W U X S E M X D R R J L X
O T X S T M E J N J N L L
O I X S Y G X J I L L L X
O O S S A M X J N L L L X
O N H T L M X J G L L L X
O H L J E M X R R R R R X
O O H P R O H I B A R R X
V H H J T M X S S S S S S

D. Direction: Draw the electrical signs of the following:

1. Safety alert

2. Prohibition

3. Voltage danger

4. Warning

5. Electrical hazard
 Republic of the Philippines
Department of Education
PUBLIC TECHNICAL-VOCATIONAL
HIGH SCHOOLS

ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE NC II

Unit of Competency: FUNDAMENTALS OF ELECTRICITY

MODULE TITLE:
ELECTRICAL PLAN AND DATA
Module No.: 8
 ELECTRICAL WIRING DIAGRAM
The flow of current in a conductor or wire can be represented by diagram. There are two
types of diagram: pictorial diagram and schematic diagram.

A. Pictorial diagram is a sketch of electrical circuit that shows the external appearance of
each component. It is much like a photograph of the circuit and uses simple images of
parts.

Sample Pictorial diagram of one bulb controlled by single pole switch using 9 volt battery
source.

B. Schematic diagram is a sketch showing the components of the circuit using standard
electrical symbols. It shows the actual number of components and how the wiring is routed
but not the actual location.

Diagram A Diagram B

Sample schematic diagrams of one bulb controlled by single pole switch using direct
current (Diagram A) and alternating current (Diagram B) source.
C. Types of Circuit

1. Series Circuit is a circuit in which lamps are arranged in a chain, so that the current
has only one path to take. The current is the same through each load. Example of this
is the Christmas lights. It consists of a number of bulbs that are connected side by side
to meet the voltage requirement which is 220 volts for alternating current.

Pictorial diagram of Christmas light in series circuit

Schematic diagram of three bulbs connected in series controlled by a single

pole switch.

2. Parallel Circuit is a circuit in which lamps are connected across the wires. The voltage
across each load on parallel circuit is the same. The advantage of using parallel circuit
is that even if one of the lamps fails, still the remaining lamps will function.

Pictorial diagram of two bulbs connected in parallel circuit controlled by a

single pole switch.

Schematic diagram of three bulbs connected in parallel circuit controlled by a

single pole switch.
 ELECTRICAL PLAN
Electrical plan is a graphical presentation of electrical wiring connections to install in a
particular house or building. It indicates the position of electrical fixtures such as convenience
outlets, switches, lightings, door bells, and others to be installed.

Sample electrical plan of Single family dwelling

Number of electrical fixtures found in the electrical plan:

QUANTITY ELECTRICAL FIXTURES

8 pieces Lamp outlets

8 pieces Duplex convenience outlets

4 pieces Single gang switches

1 piece Two gang switch

1 piece Three gang switch

Name: ______________________________________________________ Date: ____________

Grade/Section: ________________________________________________________ Score: ___________

Title of the Activity: Let’s Draw!

Learning Competency: Interpret Technical Drawings and Plans

Activity: Let’s Connect!

A. Directions: Draw the schematic diagram of the following:
1. Two bulbs connected in series controlled by a single pole switch using direct current.
2. Four bulbs connected in parallel controlled by a single pole switch using alternating current.

1.

2.

B. Directions: Based on the electrical plan below count the number of electrical fixtures and
then write it in table provided after the drawing.
 Number of electrical fixtures found in the electrical plan:
QUANTITY ELECTRICAL FIXTURES

Lamp outlets

Duplex convenience outlet

Single gang switches

Two gang switches

Three gang switches