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Electronics
Quarter 1–Module 1:
Electronic Symbols
Electronics – Grade 10
Alternative Delivery Mode
Quarter 1-Module 1: Electronic Symbols
First Edition, 2020

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Electronics
Quarter 1–Module 1:
Electronic Symbols
 Introductory Message

For the facilitator:

Welcome to the Electronics STE 10 Alternative Delivery Mode (ADM) Module on
Electronic Symbols.

This module was collaboratively designed, developed and reviewed by educators

from public institutions to assist you, the teacher or facilitator, in helping the learners meet
the standards set by the K to 12 Curriculum while overcoming their personal, social, and
economic constraints in schooling.

This learning resource hopes to engage the learners into guided and independent
learning activities at their own pace and time. Furthermore, this also aims to help learners
acquire the needed 21st century skills while taking into consideration their needs and
circumstances.

In addition to the material in the main text, you will also see this box in the body of the
module:

Notes to the Teacher

This contains helpful tips or strategies that will
help you in guiding the learners.

As a facilitator, you are expected to orient the learners on how to use this module.
You also need to keep track of the learners’ progress while allowing them to manage their
own learning. Furthermore, you are expected to encourage and assist the learners as they
do the tasks included in the module.

For the learner:

Welcome to the Electronics STE 10 Alternative Delivery Mode (ADM) Module on
Electronic Symbols.
This module was designed to provide you with fun and meaningful opportunities for
guided and independent learning at your own pace and time. You will be enabled to
process the contents of the learning resource while being an active learner.
This module has the following parts and corresponding icons:

This will give you an idea of the skills or

What I Need to Know competencies you are expected to learn in the
module.

This part includes an activity that aims to check

what you already know about the lesson to take. If
What I Know
you get all the answers correct (100%), you may
decide to skip this module.

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 This is a brief drill or review to help you link the
What’s In
current lesson with the previous one.

In this portion, the new lesson will be introduced to

What’s New you in various ways; a story, a song, a poem, a
problem opener, an activity or a situation.
This section provides a brief discussion of the
What is It lesson. This aims to help you discover and
understand new concepts and skills.
This comprises activities for independent practice to
solidify your understanding and skills of the topic.
What’s More
You may check the answers to the exercises using
the Answer Key at the end of the module.
This includes questions or blank sentence/
What I Have Learned paragraph to be filled in to process what you learned
from the lesson.
This section provides an activity which will help you
What I Can Do transfer your new knowledge or skill into real life
situations or concerns.

This is a task which aims to evaluate your level of

Assessment
mastery in achieving the learning competency.

In this portion, another activity will be given to you to

Additional Activities
enrich your knowledge or skill of the lesson learned.

Answer Key This contains answers to all activities in the module.

At the end of this module you will also find:

References - This is a list of all sources used in developing this module.
The following are some reminders in using this module:
1. Use the module with care. Do not put unnecessary mark/s on any part of the
module. Use a separate sheet of paper in answering the exercises.
2. Don’t forget to answer What I Know before moving on to the other activities
included in the module.
3. Read the instruction carefully before doing each task.
4. Observe honesty and integrity in doing the tasks and checking your answers.
5. Finish the task at hand before proceeding to the next.
6. Return this module to your teacher/facilitator once you are through with it.
If you encounter any difficulty in answering the tasks in this module, do not hesitate to
consult your teacher or facilitator. Always bear in mind that you are not alone.
We hope that through this material, you will experience meaningful learning and gain
deep understanding of the relevant competencies. You can do it!

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 What I Need to Know

This module covers some of the basic symbols used in electronics. Circuit design
uses sets of pictograms to represent the components. Included in this module are some
of the basic symbols required to understand entry level circuits and lessons.

At the end of this module, you are expected to:

1. identify the basic symbols used in electronics;
2. determine the components used in schematic thru symbols used;
3. draw the ANSI and IEC symbols used in electronics; and
4. appreciate the importance of using symbols in electronics.

What I Know

Read the questions, choose the best answer and write the letter on a separate sheet
of paper.
1. The symbol is representing which component?
a. Capacitor
b. Resistor
c. Cell
d. Battery

2. The symbol represents which component?

a. Resistor
b. Inductor
c. Switch
d. Transformer

3. The symbol represents which component?

a. Diode
b. Rheostat
c. Switch
d. Relay

4. The symbol represents which component?

a. Transistor
b. Variable resistor
c. Inductor
d. AC source

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5. The symbol represents which component?
a. Potentiometer
b. Capacitor
c. Zener Diode
d. CMOS

For numbers 6 - 8, refer to Fig. A.

6. What component is represented by Fig. A?

a. Variable Resistor
b. Variable Inductor
c. Variable Capacitor
d. Variable AC source

7. What would be the actual value of the component based on the symbol in Fig. A?
a. 85 × 106 H
b. 85 × 103 H
c. 85 × 10-6 H
d. 85 × 10-3 H

8. What could L1 possibly mean in Fig. A?

a. Current 1
b. Resistor 1
c. Capacitor 1
d. Inductor 1

9. If we are to place this symbol, what will be the unit of its value?
a. Henry
b. Ohm
c. Farad
d. Ampere

For numbers 10 - 15, refer to Fig. B.

10. How many voltage source/s is/are found on Fig. B?

a. 1
b. 3
c. 2
d. No voltage source

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11. How many ground symbol/s is/are used in Fig. B?
a. no ground symbol is used
b. 1
c. 3
d. 2

12. What would be the value of the inductor used in Fig B?

a. 750 Ω
b. 750 mH
c. 120 V
d. 1kΩ

13. X1 in Fig. B is representing what component?

a. Fuse
b. Switch
c. Resistor
d. Inductor

14. S1 is Fig B is representing what component?

a. Schottky Diode
b. Sensor
c. Switch
d. Socket

15. Which component is not found on Fig. B?

a. Resistor
b. Capacitor
c. Inductor
d. Fuse

What’s In

Although no dedicated subject had been studied for an entire year that deals with
the fine details of electronics, the integrated science subjects even way back from the
primary years had been introducing bits and pieces of electronics. It is therefore expected
that there is sufficient background knowledge of the science behind electricity despite of
being at the bare minimum relative to the actual competence required in electronics.
So before we delve into electronics, let us see how much basic understanding you have in
the fundamentals of electricity as a topic of integrated science. If ever that you failed to
answer this review, do not fret for these concepts shall be covered across the modules
that you will receive for this year.

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 Rearrange the letters to form a word that corresponds to the given definition. Write
your answer on a separate sheet of paper.
TYEBTRA 1. A common voltage source that uses chemical reaction to establish a
potential difference between its terminal.
ORTCELEN 2. Negatively charged particle that has the potential to transfer from one
shell to another.
ORTILASUN 3. Materials with very high resistance to current flow.
EEAPRM 4. Unit used to measure the amount of current.
TRNEREGOA 5. Converts mechanical energy to electrical energy.
OAEDN 6. Refers to the electrode where the electrons leave, also deemed as the
positive terminal.
TCNCICAAPAE 7. Quantity represented by the unit farad.
RDCTNOCOU 8. Materials that easily allows current flow.
SSERROTI 9. A passive electrical component that implements resistance.
GOTLEVA 10. EMF or potential difference.

What’s New

Figure 1 Egyptian hieroglyphic, G clef, and the kanji for “love”

Symbols are pictograms that serves to carry meaning, the ancient Egyptians used
hieroglyphs to preserve highlights of their civilization. If you ever tried studying musical
instruments, you will be taught of the notation used to express music. Those who study
foreign language will have to study several symbols as part of their written language. This
symbols called kanji are used in Japanese to represent a word instead of spelling out
words on sound based letters that we are all familiar with (figure 1). Electronics also uses
sets of symbols to express components, values, and other information. In this module,
symbols used in electronics will be introduced as well as some other information carrying
nomenclature. Both the symbols from the American National Standards Institute (ANSI)
and International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) will be used. The schematic notation
that will be discussed in this module will be based on NI Multisim for this is the preferred
circuit diagraming software in electronics.

Notes to the Teacher

Remind the students that for the meantime not to worry on the applications of the
components being shown in this module. This module’s aim is to introduce the symbols
and not to discuss the component’s actual use.
Although no module apparently aims to talk about the major difference in standards
between IEC and ANSI, encourage the students to read about these standards. This will
give a broader understanding of electrical and electronic engineering.
If no indicator whether ANSI or IEC symbol is used, this means that the similar
symbol is used between the two standards.
Symbols in this course are the symbols used in NI Multisim (ANSI and IEC).
 Electronic Symbols

What is It

Electronic Symbols
In order to easily plot circuits, engineers use diagrams. These diagrams makes it
easier to do plans and adhere to the design during the construction of the actual circuit.
Since plans do circulate in the industry, it is important to standardize the symbols. It will be
very confusing if no centralized body is used to formally recognize notation, nomenclature,
and symbols. Electronics is a sophisticated body of science and technology, therefore it is
expected that practitioners of this field are going to follow guidelines and standards. The
two prevailing standards that we will use in this module for symbols shall be based on the
International Electrotechnical Commission and the American National Standards Institute.
Being familiar with the symbols from these two standards will make you understand majority
of the circuit diagrams you will encounter.

Ground

Power Source

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 Resistor

Rheostat symbol also used for variable resistor.

Capacitor

Inductor

Diode

The symbols of the diodes here are based on the ANSI symbols. The IEC
symbols are similar in appearance albeit the triangle having no black fill and some-
times with a line going through.

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 Switch

Transformer

Transistor

JFET stands for Junction Gate Field-Effect transistor

MOSFET stands for Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor Field-Effect Transistor
BJT stands for Bipolar Junction Transistor
Pay attention to the direction of the arrows in the symbols
The circle is optional for some schematics do not include the circle

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Relay

Analog

Logic Gate

Miscellaneous

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 What’s More

The use of symbol is not enough to convey all the information that a
schematic requires. Values are also written together with the symbol. Each
component unless otherwise not necessary must be drawn in the schematic using
a symbol with their appropriate value. It is not recommended to put too many
values like the manufacturer and the likes for this will just clutter the schematics
unless otherwise really necessary. An example of such case is the one pictured
below.

As you can see from the example above. The resistor is cluttered with too
much details. It includes the model, manufacturer, function, and other details. A
more practical way (at least for beginners level) of expressing this would be like
the one below.

As you look at symbols, sometimes parts of the symbols doesn’t make

senses. This is perhaps because you haven’t studied yet what this values
represent. A good example would be the symbol below.

At this point, we know that this is a symbol of the AC source, but what does
Vrms stands for? and if this is an AC source why is there a value for the
frequency and the degree? These details will be known to you as you study
further in electronics. So for the meantime what is important is that you recognize
the symbols at least. You will eventually encounter symbols that modify their
original form. This is meant for components with different types like in the case of
inductors.

You will learn more about the rest of the symbols and their values as you
study electronics.

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INDEPENDENT ACTIVITY 1
Make a list of the components used together with how many of each is used
in the circuit below (figure 2). Write your answer on a separate sheet of paper.

Figure 2 Circuit diagram for Independent Activity 2

INDEPENDENT ASSESSMENT 1
Draw the symbols for the following component. Draw your answer on a
separate sheet of paper.

1. OR gate 6. Crystal oscillator

2. JFET (p-channel) 7. Operational amplifier (3 terminal)

3. Darlington (NPN) 8. Transformer (1P2S)

4. AC power source (ANSI) 9. Resistor (ANSI)

5. Bipolar pulse voltage source 10. Resistor (IEC)

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INDEPENDENT ACTIVITY 2
Redraw the circuit (figure 3) using the equivalent IEC symbols.

Figure 3 Circuit diagram for Independent Activity 2

INDEPENDENT ASSESSMENT 2
Determine whether the statement is true or false based on the schematic below (figure
4). Write your answer on a separate sheet of paper.

Figure 4 Circuit diagram for

Independent Assessment 2

_______1. The schematic uses a battery.

_______2. The schematic uses one LED.
_______3. The schematic uses a switch (SPDT).
_______4. The schematic uses two resistors.
_______5. The schematic uses a switch (SPST).
_______6. The schematic uses a Zener diode.
_______7. The schematic uses ANSI model for resistors.
_______8. The schematic uses IEC model for resistors.
_______9. The schematic uses a capacitor.
_______10. The schematic uses DC voltage source.

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INDEPENDENT ACTIVITY 3
On a bond paper, redraw the schematic diagram (figure 5-1) and insert the appropriate
ANSI-based symbols in the given template (figure 5-2).

Figure 5-1 Reference diagram for Independent Activity 3

Figure 5-2 Template for Independent Activity 3

INDEPENDENT ASSESSMENT 3
Complete the chart by naming the components. Write your answer on a separate sheet
of paper.

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 What I Have Learned

You have learned from this module some of the basic symbols that are used in
electronics. Both the ANSI and IEC symbols were shown in this module. To prove that
you indeed was able to know these symbols. Complete the table by drawing the
appropriate symbol. Whether the symbols be based on ANSI or IEC depends on your
preference. Write your answer on a separate sheet of paper.

What I Can Do

Electronics uses several symbols to remind us of components and other important

information. Forcing yourself to memorize these symbols may be a bit monotonous. A
good way of familiarizing yourself with symbols is by constantly drawing them. To help you
be familiar with these symbols and make the process of memorizing less dull. Your next
task is to make a drawing (i.e. poster, doodle, banner… etc.) consisting of electronic
symbols. Have somebody from your household rate your work using the provided rubric
below. Add these points to find out your score.

 Variation of electronic symbols: from 1 up to 25 points

 Art elements are consistent and balanced: from 1 up to 30 points
 Shows unique concept and creativity: from 1 up to 30 points
 Cleanliness of work and with attention to details: from 1 up to 15 points.

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 Assessment

Read the questions, choose the best answer and write the letter on a separate sheet of
paper.

1. The symbol is representing which component?

a. Inverter
b. Rheostat
c. Inductor
d. Resistor

2. The symbol is representing which component?

a. Capacitor
b. Thermistor
c. Diode
d. Vacuum tube

3. The symbol is representing which component?

a. Polarized capacitor
b. Zener diode
c. Relay
d. Switch

4. The symbol is representing which component?

a. Crystal Oscillator
b. Enhanced MOSFET
c. Photodiode
d. Battery

5. The symbol is representing which component?

a. OR gate
b. LED
c. Variable inductor
d. Fuse

6. The symbol is representing which component?

a. XOR gate
b. Chassis ground
c. Resistor
d. DC voltage source

7. The symbol is representing which component?

a. AC current source
b. DC current source
c. ABM voltage source
d. ABM Current source

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For numbers 8 - 15 refer to the circuit below

8. How many variable resistor/s is/are in the schematic?

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

9. How many resistor symbol/s is/are used in the circuit?

a. 3 b. 4 c. 5 d. 6

10. How many variable photodiode/s is/are in the schematic?

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

11. How many variable inductor/s is/are present in the circuit?

a. None b. 1 c. 2 d. 3

12. How many chassis-ground/s is/are present in the circuit?

a. 2 b. 3 c. 4 d. None

13. How many DC voltage source/s is/are used in the circuit?

a. 1 b. 2 c. 3 d. None

14. How many capacitor/s is/are used in the circuit?

a. None b. 1 c. 2 d. 3

15. What standard is used in the circuit?

a. NASE
b. UKRAS
c. ANSI
d. IEC

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 Additional Activities

Depending on what part of the world, the body of standard used may vary.
However, this doesn’t mean that one is correct while the other is not. Just think of this as
two ways of expressing the same thing. Conduct some research in the similarities and
difference between the two main bodies of standards, the ANSI and IEC.

WHEN DOING RESEARCH MAKE

TAKE SURE TO USE THE LATEST
CARE INFORMATION NOT THE
OUTDATED ONES.

ANSI Standard IEC Standard

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What I Know
What’s In
1. d 1. Battery
2. a 2. Electron
3. c 3. Insulator
4. Ampere
4. a
5. Electromagnetic
5. b
6. Anode
6. b
7. Capacitance
7. c 8. Conductor
8. d 9. Resistor
9. c 10. Voltage
10. a
Independent Assessment 1
11. d
12. b
13. a
14. c
15. b
Independent Activity 1
4 x DS source (Battery)
1 switch
1 fuse
4 x Resistor
1 inductor
1 ground
Answer Key
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Independent Activity 2
Independent Assessment 2
1. True
2. False
3. False
4. True
5. True
6. False
7. True
8. False
9. False
10. True
Independent Activity 3
Answer Key
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Independent Assessment 3
What I Have Learned
Assessment
1. B 10. D
2. B 11. B
3. A 12. D
4. C 13. C
5. C 14. A
6. B 15. D
7. A
8. A
9. C
Answer Key
References

Gates, Earl D. 2007. Introduction to Electronics, Fifth Edition. Executive Woods 5 Maxwell Drive Clifton Park,
NY 12065: Delmar, Cengage Learning.

Kybett, Harry , and Earl Boysen. 2008. All New Electronics Self-Teaching Guide, Third Edition. 10475
Crosspoint Boulevard Indianapolis, IN 46256: Wiley Publishing, Inc.

Platt, Charles. 2009. Make Electronics. 1005 Gravenstein Highway North, Sebastopol, CA 95472: O’Reilly
Media, Inc.
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