Module 4 - Commissioning Installed Electrical Systems
Module 4 - Commissioning Installed Electrical Systems
Module 4 - Commissioning Installed Electrical Systems
Department of Education
PUBLIC TECHNICAL-VOCATIONAL
HIGH SCHOOLS
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Technology Teacher:
Contextual Teacher:
Facilitators:
Encoder:
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Introduction......................................................................................................ii
Technical Terms..............................................................................................iii
Assessment Plan.............................................................................................23
Observation Checklist.....................................................................................24
Demonstration................................................................................................26
Written Report................................................................................................27
Performance Test............................................................................................28
If you have questions, do not hesitate to ask your teacher for assistance.
You may already have some basic knowledge and skills covered in this
module. If you can demonstrate competence to your teacher in a particular
skill, talk to your teacher so you do not have to undergo the same training
again. If you have a qualification or Certificate of Competency from previous
trainings show it to him/her. If the skills you acquired are consistent with and
relevant to this module, they become part of the evidence. You can present
these for RPL. If you are not sure about your competence skills, discuss this
with your teacher.
After completing this module, ask your teacher to assess your competence.
Result of your assessment will be recorded in your competency profile. All the
learning activities are designed for you to complete at your own pace.
In this module, you will find the activities for you to complete and relevant
information sheets for each learning outcome. Each learning outcome may have
more than one learning activity.
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Program/Course: BUILDING WIRING INSTALLATION NC II
INTRODUCTION:
This module consists of three (3) learning outcomes. Each learning outcome
contains learning activities supported by instruction sheets. Before you perform
the instructions, read the information sheets and answer the self-check and
activities provided to ascertain to yourself and your instructor that you have
acquired the knowledge necessary to perform the skill portion of the particular
learning outcome.
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
PREREQUISITES
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TECHNICAL TERMS
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Program/Course: BUILDING WIRING INSTALLATION NC II
Assessment Criteria
References:
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LEARNING EXPERIENCES/ACTIVITIES
INTRODUCTION
Commissioning helps ensure that the system/s will meet the needs of the
owner and occupants. It also verifies that the designed system meets the owners
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requirements and that construction confirms to the contract documents and the
system/s operate as needed.
A. Work included
B. Scope
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The following areas are addressed: general commissioning criteria,
commissioning plan, documentation requirements, verification procedures
system functional performance tests, deferred performance tests, corrective
measures, acceptance documentation, post commissioning follow-up
procedures and examples of commissioning.
Component testing
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System commissioning testing
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Analog Multimeter Digital multimeter
In addition to these parts a hipot tester may also have a microcontroller and
a display to automate the testing process and display the testing results.
A hipot tester can be very similar to a cable tester and often the two are
combined into a single device.
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Tester is used to assure proper and safe connection of the electrical equipment
on three-phase systems.
Note. In this module, the focus of the commissioning process lies on the following:
Insulation resistance
Earth resistance test
Phase sequence test
SELF-CHECK 1.1
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Program/Course: BUILDING WIRING INSTALLATION NC II
Assessment Criteria
References:
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LEARNING EXPERIENCES/ACTIVITIES
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1. Prepare the necessary tools, materials and equipment.
5. Touch the probe tips across the component or portion of the circuit for which
you want to determine continuity.
6. Read the meter. (Note: If the reading is low, it means you have continuity(the
circuit is closed. If the reading is “infinity’, it means there is no continuity (the
circuit is open)
Safety precautions
1. Do not attempt to adjust, test or make a repair if you do not have basic
repair skills or if you do not fully understand the directions.
Assessment Criteria
WORKMANSHIP 5 pts.
ACCURACY OF TESTING 4 pts.
USE OF TOOLS AND INSTRUMENTS 3 pts.
USE OF PPE 3 pts.
SPEED 3 pts.
HOUSEKEEPING 2 pts.
TOTAL 20 pts.
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OPERATION SHEET 2.2
Procedure
3. Turn off all wall switches and unplug all lights and appliances.
4. Reset the circuit breaker. Pull the lever to off and then to on again to
reset a circuit breaker with a lever switch. If a fuse is blown, it must be
replaced. Unscrew the fuse to replace it with one with exactly the same
amperage rating (both circuit breakers and fuses should be sized according
to the wire used in the circuit they protect).
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5. Mark devices, appliances or circuit with damage. Separate them if
possible.
Caution
To protect yourself, think “Safety
First”.
Use appropriate personal protective
equipment such as safety glasses, face shields, insulating gloves, insulating
boots, and/or insulating mats.
Never ground yourself when taking
electrical measurements.
Always work with a partner.
Assessment Criteria
WORKMANSHIP 5 pts.
ACCURACY OF TESTING 4 pts.
USE OF TOOLS AND INSTRUMENTS 3 pts.
USE OF PPE 3 pts.
SPEED 3 pts.
HOUSEKEEPING 2 pts.
TOTAL 20 pts.
Procedure
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5. Plug one end of the black test lead to the common terminal on the meter and
touch the test probe to a ground (earth)or another conductor. Sometimes it is
helpful to ground all conductors that are not part of the test. Alligator clips
can make measurements easier and more accurate.
6. Plug one end of the red test lead to the volt/ohm terminal on the meter and
connect the test probe to the conductor to be tested.
7. Press the test button to apply the desired voltage and read the resistance
displayed on the meter. It could take a few seconds for the reading to settle.
The higher the resistance is the better.
8. Test each conductor against ground and against all the other conductors
present in the conduit. Keep a dated record of the measured values in a safe
place.
9. If some of the conductors show low resistance, identify the problem or re-pull
the conductors. Moisture, water, or dirt can create low resistance readings.
Assessment Criteria
Workmanship 6 pts.
Accuracy of Testing 4 pts.
Use of Tools and Instruments 4 pts.
Use of PPE 3 pts.
Housekeeping 3 pts.
TOTAL 20 pts.
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Laboratory circuit board
Multitester
Screwdriver
Side cutting pliers
Combination pliers
Personal protective equipment
- gloves
- goggles
Procedure
3. Set the meter to the appropriate range for the voltage you expect to
find. (Note; When measuring an unknown voltage, select the highest range
and workdown.)
4. Touch the negative probe to a known ground and touch the positive
lead to the wire you are testing.
Safety precautions
Always wear eye protection and protective clothing or gear, as
appropriate.
Do not work alone - in the event of an emergency another
person's presence may be essential.
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Always keep one hand in your pocket when anywhere around a
powered line connected or high voltage system.
Assessment Criteria
Workmanship 5 pts.
Accuracy of Testing 4 pts.
Use of Tools and Instruments 3 pts.
Use of PPE 3 pts.
Speed 3 pts.
Housekeeping 2 pts.
TOTAL 20 pts.
Procedure
1. Prepare tools, materials and equipment needed.
2. Wear appropriate PPE
3. Before proceeding with measurement, if the “ “ symbol
appears on the display, replace with new batteries.
4. Short the tips of the leads. Adjust the 0Ω ADJ control
to set the reading to zero.
5. Rotate the function switch to the “EARTH VOLTAGE”
position and press to test. Earth voltage will be displayed on the LCD. If
earth voltage is more than 10V, an inaccurate reading may be obtained.
6. Precision earth resistance measurement method:
Connect the green, yellow and red test leads to instrument
terminals E, P and C with auxiliary earth spikes P1, C1 placed into the
soil “IN A STRAIGHT LINE”. (Fig. 1)
Rotate the function switch to a suitable range then press the
push button to test and take the reading.
7. Simplified earth resistance measurement method:
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This method is recommended where an earth resistance higher
than 10Ω is measured or where it is not possible to drive auxiliary earth
spikes. An approximate value of earth resistance can be obtained by the
two wire system shown in Fig. 2.
Rotate the function switch to “EARTH VOLTAGE” position and
press to test. Make certain that earth voltage is less than 10V.
First rotate the function switch to the “200Ω position and press
to test. Read earth resistance. If the display shows “1”, switch to the
“2KΩ” position and read earth resistance.
The reading obtained (Rx) is an approximate earth resistance
value.
There is no need for external shorting as P and C terminals are
shorted by using the test leads specified for the simplified measurement.
8. Record the data you have gathered.
9. Perform good housekeeping.
Figure 3 (above).
Earth resistance
tester
Caution
To protect yourself, think
“Safety First”.
Voltages
exceeding 30VAC or
60VDC pose a shock
hazard so use caution.
Use appropriate personal protective equipment such as safety
glasses, face shields, insulating gloves, insulating boots, and/or insulating
mats.
Never ground yourself when taking electrical measurements.
Always work with a partner.
When using the probes, keep fingers as far behind the probe tips
as possible.
Assessment Criteria
Workmanship 5 pts.
Accuracy of Testing 4 pts.
Use of Tools and Equipments 3 pts.
Use of PPE 3 pts.
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Speed 3 pts.
Housekeeping 2 pts.
TOTAL 20 pts.
Procedure
1. Prepare tools, materials and equipment needed.
2. Wear appropriate PPE.
3. Connect the tester to the circuit under test.
4. Check for voltage on all phases: three LEDs marked “A”, “B” & “C”
should be on. If there is a lack of voltage on one of the test leads the
corresponding LED will not illuminate. If a voltage is present on one or two
leads and the remaining leads are connected to neutral or ground, both or all
LEDs will illuminate not including the phase sequence LEDs.
5. If the voltages of all phases are correct it is possible to read out the
phases’ order by observing the illumination of the LED marked as “NORMAL
(ABC)” or “REVERSE”.
6. After conducting a test, the instrument should be disconnected from
the circuit under test. The tester left under voltage for long periods of time
can overheat. In such a case the built-in thermal protection will disconnect
the electronic system and the indications will be switched off. If such a
situation occurs, you should disconnect the tester from the installation and
wait a few minutes before another use of the tester (the tester will run
automatically after cooling down).
7. Record the data you have gathered.
8. Perform good housekeeping.
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Caution
After transferring the tester from a cold place into a warm one,
please, wait about 30 min. to get the tester acclimated to the present
conditions. You can wipe the condensed dew, if necessary.
Do not operate the meter in the environment with explosive gas
(material), combustible gas (material), steam or filled with dust.
Insulate yourself from the objects being measured.
Do not make contact with any exposed metal (conductive) parts
such as the tips of the test leads, sockets, fixing objects, circuits, etc.
Do not conduct any measurements if the tester is defective, with
the defective casing or test leads (breakages, deformations, fractures,
contaminations, etc).
Assessment Criteria
Workmanship 5 pts.
Accuracy of Testing 4 pts.
Use of Tools and Instruments 3 pts.
Use of PPE 3 pts.
Speed 3 pts.
Housekeeping 2 pts.
TOTAL 20 pts.
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Program/Course: BUILDING WIRING INSTALLATION NC II
Assessment Criteria
References:
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LEARNING EXPERIENCES/ACTIVITIES
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COMMISSIONING PLAN
Procedures
1. Verify the installation of all equipment/components.
2. Understand the equipment moods of operation.
3. Test the equipment.
Consider the following factors in testing:
Operation
Safety requirements
Note: When problems arise during testing of the equipment and system,
then troubleshooting techniques should be performed.
SELF-CHECK 3.1
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2. What do we need to consider in testing electrical component?
Direction:
Guide question:
2. What will happen to the lamp once you turn on the switch?
Table 1
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ASSESSMENT PLAN
Assessment Methods
Questioning*Oral
Written Test*
Demonstration
Work Sample
Observation
Assessment Criteria
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1. Continuity of circuit is measured following
prescribed procedure.
2. Insulation resistance is performed following
prescribed procedure.
3. Supply voltage is measured following prescribed
procedure.
4. Earth resistance test is performed following
prescribed procedure.
5. Phase sequence testing is performed following
prescribed procedure.
LO 3. Finalize commissioning activities
1. Defects are remedied or repaired following
prescribed procedure.
2. Work reports are prepared in line with established
policies.
3. Workplace is cleaned and made safe in line with
established policies.
4. Tools, equipment and surplus materials are
cleaned, checked and stored in line with established
procedure.
5. Final testing is undertaken in line with
established procedures.
Observation Checklist
Student’s name:
Teacher’s name:
Name of School:
Competency
standards
Unit of
competency:
Instructions for the assessor:
1. Observe the student [insert description of activity being observed].
2. Describe the assessment activity and the date on which it was undertaken.
3. Place a tick in the box to show that the student completed each aspect of the
activity to the standard expected in the enterprise.
4. Complete the feedback sections of the form.
Date of observation
Description of assessment
activity
Location of assessment
activity
The student…. If yes, tick the box
can
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Did the student’s overall performance meet the Yes No
standard?
Feedback to student:
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Observation and Questioning Checklist
Student’s name:
Teacher’s name:
Name of School:
Competency
standards
Unit of
competency:
Instructions for the teacher:
1. Observe the student [insert description of activity being observed].
2. Describe the assessment activity and the date on which it was undertaken.
3. Place a tick in the box to show that the student completed each aspect of the
activity to the standard expected in the enterprise.
4. Ask the student a selection of the questions from the attached list to confirm
his/her underpinning knowledge
5. Place a tick in the box to show that the student answered the questions
correctly.
6. Complete the feedback sections of the form.
Date of observation
Description of assessment
activity
Location of assessment
activity
The student…. If yes, tick the box
can
Did the student’s overall performance meet the Yes No
standard?
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Demonstration
Student’s name:
Teacher’s name:
Unit of competency:
Competency standards:
Date of assessment:
Time of assessment:
Instructions for demonstration
Given the necessary materials the student must be able to:
P to show if evidence is
demonstrated
During the demonstration of skills, did the
Yes No N/A
student:
o o o
o o o
o o o
o o o
The student’s demonstration was:
Satisfactory q Not Satisfactory q
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Written report
Student’s name:
Teacher’s name:
Name of School:
Competency
standards
Unit of
competency:
Task:
Your task is to:
[insert description of task]
Submission date:
Use the checklist below as a basis for judging whether the student’s
report meets the required competency standards.
The student’s report…. If yes, tick the box
Overall did the student’s report meet the standard? Yes No
Comments:
Student’s
Date:
signature:
Teacher’s
Date:
signature:
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PERFORMANCE TEST
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
For acceptable achievement, all items should receive a Yes No N/A
"Yes" or "N/A" response.
Get from Performance criteria of the module
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ANSWER KEY 1.1
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