Electrical 7

Installation and
Maintenance
Module 6
Analyze Signs, Electrical Symbols
and Data and Interpret Technical
Drawings and Plans

Department of Education ● Republic of the Philippines

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Technology and Livelihood Education – Grade 7

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Module 5: Analyze signs, electrical symbols and data and interpret
technical drawings and plans.
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 Electrical
Installation and
Maintenance
Module 5
Analyze Signs, Electrical Symbols
and Data and Interpret Technical
Drawings and Plans

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Introductory Message

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For the learner:

Welcome to the Electrical Installation and Maintenance Alternative

Delivery Mode (ADM) Module on Analyze signs, electrical symbols and
data and interpret technical drawings and plans.

Education aims to develop learners to become fully functional and

literate individuals.
This Module is an exploratory and introductory course which leads you
to Electrical Installation and Maintenance National Certificate Level II (NC
II). It covers common competencies that a Grade 7 Technology and
Livelihood Education (TLE)/ Technical Vocational Education (TVE) student
like you could identify and familiarize Electrical Materials and Tools.

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:

What I Need to This will give you an idea of the skills or

Know competencies you are expected to learn
in the module.

What I Know This part includes an activity that aims to

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

What’s In This is a brief drill or review to help you

link the current lesson with the previous
one.

What’s New In this portion, the new lesson will be

introduced to you in various ways such as
a story, a song, a poem, a problem
opener, an activity or a situation.

What is It This section provides a brief discussion of

the lesson. This aims to help you discover

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 and understand new concepts and skills.

What’s More This comprises activities for independent

practice to solidify your understanding
and skills of the topic. You may check the
answers to the exercises using the
Answer Key at the end of the module.
What I Have This includes questions or blank
Learned sentence/paragraph to be filled in to
process what you learned from the
lesson.

What I Can Do This section provides an activity which will

help you transfer your new knowledge or
skill into real life situations or concerns.

Assessment This is a task which aims to evaluate your

level of mastery in achieving the learning
competency.

Additional Activities In this portion, another activity will be

given to you to enrich your knowledge or
skill of the lesson learned. This also tends
retention of learned concepts.

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 your Electrical Installation and Maintenance (EIM)
activity notebook.
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 in checking your
answers.
5. Finish the task at hand before proceeding to the next.

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 6. Return this module to your teacher once you are done.

If you encounter any difficulty in answering the tasks in this module, do not
hesitate to consult your parent/guardian/teacher. 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!

Table of Contents

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What I Need to Know ---------------- 1

What I Know ---------------- 2

Learning Outcome 1

What’s In ---------------- 4

What’s New ---------------- 4

What is It ---------------- 5

What’s More ---------------- 11

Learning Outcome 2

What’s New ---------------- 12

What is It ---------------- 13

What’s More ---------------- 17

What I Have Learned ---------------- 18

What I Can Do ---------------- 18

Assessment ---------------- 19

Additional Activities ---------------- 22

Answer Key ---------------- 23

References ---------------- 24

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 This module was prepared to help you achieve the required
competency and the source of information for you to acquire knowledge and
skills in analyze signs, electrical symbols and data and interpret technical
drawings and plans with minimum supervision or help from your
parent/guardian/teacher. With the aid of this material, you will acquire the
competency independently at your own pace.

This module consists of two (2) Learning Outcomes (LO’s) that

contains learning activities for both knowledge and skills supported with
information sheets. Work through all the information and complete the
activities in each section. Read all information sheets and complete all the
activities given, suggested references are included to supplement the
materials provided in this module.

Learning Outcomes:

At the end of this module, you will be able to:

1. Analyse signs, electrical Symbols and Data (TLE_IAEI7/8ID-0e-1); and

2. Interpret technical drawings and plans (TLE_IAEI7/8ID-0e-2).

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Directions: Match the type of electrical materials in Column A to their
corresponding electrical symbols in Column B. Write the letter of
your answer in your Electrical Installation and Maintenance
activity notebook.

COLUMN A COLUMN B

1. Incandescent Lamp A.

2. Switch B.

3. Battery C.

4.Resistor D.

5.Capacitor E.

6. Fuse F.

7. Conductor/wire G.

8. Duplex Convenience Outlet H.

9. Voltmeter I.

10. Fluorescent Lamp J.

K.

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 Module Analyze signs, electrical symbols and data, and
5 Interpret technical drawings and plans

Long time ago, when letters and paper were not invented, ancient
people uses symbols in their local area to represent or describe a certain
thing or ideas which were carved in the walls of caves, stones and even in
trees. But those were hard to analyse by people from other places for they do
not have common or universal symbol in a particular thing or idea. In our
modern world, symbols were used in various applications. This includes traffic
signs and symbols, warnings, directions, and representation of a certain thing
just like what ancient people do. The only difference is we have a common or
standardized symbol in a particular thing or idea, like written words using
letter alphabet as symbols which generally everybody can read and
comprehend or understand.
In electricity, we use many symbols to represent a certain electrical
component or materials, and also warning signs for our safety. In this module,
you will be able to find out how important signs and symbols not only in this
course but also in our daily living. So, are you ready to explore the world of
signs and symbols? Let’s hop in!!!

LEARNING OUTCOMES:
At the end of this lesson, you are expected to:

L.O. 1.1 Read and interpret electrical signs, symbols and data
L.O. 1.2 Analyze electrical components and materials based on electrical
signs, symbols and data
L.O. 2.1 Read blueprints of electrical plans, diagrams and circuits
L.O. 2.2 Identify necessary tools, materials and equipment according to
blueprints of electrical plans, diagrams and circuits

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Ooops!!! Before we jump in to our lesson proper, Let’s have a mind
conditioning first. Please follow the direction stated below…

Direction: Rearrange the scrambled letters at the left part before the number
in each question to form the right word of your answer. Write your answers in
your Electrical Installation and Maintenance activity notebook.

SLMYBO 1.It is used to represent a certain thing or ideas.

IDAE 2.It is a formulated thought or opinion. .
TADA 3. It is a factual information, used as a basis for reasoning and
calculation.
SETFAY 4.It is the condition of being protected from harm and danger.
ELTRICTECY 5.It is electrons in motion.

Electrical symbols was introduced more than 100 years ago, but was
standardized in 1947 after the 2nd world war, by which the ISO or
International Organization for Standardization was born. In these days,
more technical rules were made for the standardization of the construction of
electrical and electronic devices and components in relation of their
characteristics of operation, construction, dimensions, security, use, and to
the schematic symbol representation of equipment and systems.
Now, through this course, you will be exploring the commonly used
signs and symbols in Electricity. That will give you the idea on how to read
and interpret signs and symbols in electricity.
But wait…. let me ask first a question: Why do we need a standardized
symbol for electrical and electronic components?

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Copy the question in your Electrical Installation and Maintenance activity
notebook and answer it briefly.

LEARNING OUTCOME 1

Analyse Signs, Electrical Symbols and Data

Objective: At the end of this topic the student should be able to:

 Read and interpret electrical signs, symbols and data.

 Analyse electrical components and materials based on electrical
signs, symbols and data.

Electrical symbols is a small drawings or pictograms used to

represent various electrical devices in a diagram or plan of an electrical circuit.

COMMON ELECTRICAL SYMBOLS

Electrical Terms Description Electrical Symbols

Ammeter an instrument used to
measure electric current
in Amperes.
Antenna an interface of radio
communication’s
electromagnetic signals
sent and received from
different location.
Battery consisting of one or
more cells in which
chemical energy is
converted into electricity

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 and used as a source of
power
Bell a mechanical or
electronic bell that
produces a ringing
sound
Capacitor a passive electronic
component which has
the ability to store
electrical charges for a
short period of time
Cell an individual
compartment in a battery
that stores electric
charge
Circuit Breaker an automatic device for
stopping the flow of
current in an electric
circuit as a safety
measure
Conductor/Wire a material that allows the
flow of electric current
Connected wires a wires or conductors
which are connected by
means of splicing or by
using wire connectors
Diode an electronic component
with two terminals ,
typically allows the flow
of current in one
direction
Duplex convenience an electrical fixture which
outlet or Common the plug of appliances is

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outlet inserted
Floor outlet a common or special
outlets which are
mounted in floors
Fluorescent lamp a tubular lamp that
produces bright light
with lower power
consumption than
incandescent lamp
Fuse a safety device that
blows when there is an
over current to prevent
further damage in the
circuit.
Galvanometer an instrument for
detecting and measuring
small amount of electric
currents milli and micro
Amperes.
Ground a reference point in an
electrical circuit which
voltage are measured. It
also refers to electrical
circuits which are
connected to earth for
several reasons.
Incandescent lamp a lamp or bulb consist of
a tungsten filament
which when connected
to a source of electricity
and heated, produces
light
Kilowatt-hour meter a device common in our

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 houses that measures
the electric power we
consumed from
electricity provider
Lightning Arrester a device that protects the
electrical circuit from the
surge of current due to
lightning.
Lighting panel board an electric panel which
contains safety breakers
that protects only the
electrical lighting fixtures
Male plug an electrical material
which is used to connect
from the outlet as a
source with wire
conductor to the load
Power panel board serves as the distributor
of electricity in our
households from the
power source.
Push button switch a switch usually used to
close , or switch-on a
circuit momentarily when
pressed.
Range outlet a type of outlet which is
used in high power need
appliances such electric
ovens and electric
motors
Resistor a device that resist the
passage of electric
current

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Service entrance (3 a wires that serves as
wires) the interface from the
electric service provider
to our household
Single pole switch an electrical switch that
has only one blade or
contact
Special purpose a special type of outlets
outlet used for certain
appliances and tools.
Switch an electrical fixture that
close and opens the
circuit
Speaker a device used in audio
systems which convert
electrical signals into
sound.
Terminal a point of connection for
closing an electric circuit
Volt meter an instrument used to
measure electric
potential in Volts
Watt meter an instrument for
measuring the electric
power in Watts
Weather proof outlet A type of outlet that are
mostly used in outdoors

Wires not connected a symbol that two or

more wires were not
physically connected.

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COMMON ELECTRICAL SIGNS

SAFETY ALERT – indicates that a person

should observe extra awarenes.

PROHIBITION – means that any activity

stated by the symbol is not allowed.

DANGER – specifies hazardous situation

which if not avoided will result in serious
injury or even death.

WARNING – specifies a potentially

hazardous situation which if not avoided,
could result in serious injury or even death.

READ AND UNDERSTAND

INSTRUCTIONAL MANUAL – means that
a person should read and understand the
manual before operating appliance or
machinery.

ELECTRICAL HAZARD – indicates that

electrical hazard or high voltage is present
in the area.

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 CAUTION – indicates some precautionary
measures against potential hazardous
situations which if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.

Directions: You will be given a simple schematic diagram below. Please

observe the diagram properly, because the diagram contains
electrical symbols. In your Electrical Installation and Maintenance
activity notebook, write the electrical term of the symbols which
you find present in the diagram.

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Directions: There are fifteen (15) electrical terms inside the crossword
puzzle, find at least ten (10) electrical terms and write your
answers in your Electrical Installation and Maintenance activity
notebook.

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

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 LEARNING OUTCOME 2

Interpret Technical Drawings and Plans

Objectives: At the end of this module, you will be able to:

 Read blueprints of electrical plans, diagrams and circuits.
 Identify necessary tools, materials, and equipment according to
blueprints of electrical plans, diagrams and circuits.

Electrical Plan - is a graphical presentation of electrical wiring

connections to be installed in a particular building or establishment. It
indicates the position and numbers of electrical fixtures.

Below is a sample blueprint of an electrical plan. Can you enumerate the

number of outlets, switches and incandescent lamps present in the plan? If
not please go back to TABLE 1 for reference of electrical symbols.

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 Types electrical diagram

Pictorial diagram - it is a sketch of electrical circuit that shows the

external appearance of each component. It is much like the photograph of the
actual electrical materials or components.

Simple pictorial diagram of one lamp controlled by one switch with a

battery as a source.

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.

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 Types of circuit

Series circuit - is a circuit which lamps are arrange in a chain manner,

so that the current has only one path to take. The current is the same through
each load. An example of this is the Christmas lights.

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 Parallel circuit - a circuit in which lamps are connected across the
wire conductor. The voltage across each load on a parallel circuit is the same.
The advantage of using parallel circuit is that even if one of the lamps is
busted, the remaining lamps will still function.

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Directions: Below is an electrical plan. Take time to study and observe
carefully. Write down in your Electrical Installation and
Maintenance activity notebook the number of switches,
incandescent lamps and outlets present in the plan.

Quantity

Incandescent lamp

Outlet

switches

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Directions: Read and complete each sentence with the appropriate electrical
terms. Write your answer in your Electrical Installation and
Maintenance activity notebook.

1. __________ is a graphical presentation of electrical wiring connections.

2. ___________ is a type of circuit in which the lamps are connected across

the wires.
3. A sketched of electrical circuit that shows the external appearance
component is called _________.

4. _________ is a small drawings or pictograms used to represent various

electrical devices in a diagram or plan of an electrical circuit.

5. _________ is a type of circuit in which the lamps are arrange in a chain

manner.

Directions: In your Electrical Installation and Maintenance activity notebook,

draw a schematic diagram of four (4) bulbs connected in series
controlled by a single pole switch with a battery source.

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Directions: Read each statement carefully and choose the right answer.
Write the letter of your answer in your Electrical Installation and
Maintenance activity notebook.

1. Indicates some precautionary measures against potential hazardous

situations which, if not avoided in minor or moderate injury.

A. Safety alert B. Caution

C. Prohibition D. Warning

2. It 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.

A. Pictorial Diagram B. series diagram

C. Schematic diagram D. parallel diagram.

3. It is a circuit which lamps are arrange in a chain manner, so that the current
has only one path to take. The current is the same through each load. An
example of this is the christmas lights.
A. Parallel circuit B. Series circuit
C. Parallel diagram D. Series diagram

4. A sign that specifies a potentially hazardous situation, which if not avoided,

will result to serious injury or death.

A. Caution B. electrician’s knife

C. Danger D. Prohibition

5. A sign that indicates a person should observe extra awareness.

A. Caution B. Danger
C. Safety Alert D. Wear eye protection

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6. It consist of one or more cells in which chemical energy is converted into
electricity and used as a source of power.

A. Incandescent lamp B. Battery

C. Switch D. Convenience outlet

7. It is an instrument used to measure electric current in Amperes.

A. Voltmeter B. Utility Box
C. Ammeter D. Watt meter
8. It is a device that close and opens the circuit.
A. Resistor B. Switch
C. Outlet D. Male Plug

9. A device that resist the passage of electric current.

A. Circuit Breaker B. Resistor

C. Fuse D. Capacitor

10. It is a device used in audio systems which convert electrical signals into
sound.
A. Bell B. Diode
C. Speaker D. Capacitor

11. A special type of outlets used for certain appliances and tools.

A. Convenient outlet C. Floor Outlet

C. Switch D. Special Purpose Outlet

12. A material that allows the flow of electric current.

A. Conductor D. Capacitor

C. Insulator D. Diode

13. An electrical signs that indicate any activity stated by the symbol is not
allowed.

A. Prohibition B. Danger

C. Warning D. Caution

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14. Serves as the distributor of electricity in our households from the power
source.

A. Lighting power panel board B. Power panel board

C. Panel board D. Outlet power panel board

15. A. switch usually used to close, or switch-on a circuit momentarily when

pressed.

A. Single pole switch B. Switch

C. Push button switch D. Three way switch

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Directions: Write True if the statement is correct, and if False, change the
underline word/s to make the sentence correct. Write your
answer in your Electrical Installation and Maintenance activity
notebook.

_______1. Capacitor is the interface of radio communication’s

electromagnetic
signals sent and received from different location.
_______2. Duplex convenience outlet or Common outlet is an electrical fixture
which the plug of appliances is inserted.
_______3. Battery is a device that is use to close and open a circuit.
_______4. Ammeter is material that allows the flow of electric current.
_______5. Watt meter is an instrument for measuring the electric power in
Watts.
_______6. Parallel circuit is a circuit in which lamps are connected across the
wire conductor.
_______7. Diode is a device that resist the passage of electric current in the
circuit.
_______8. The primary purpose of the fuse is to cut off the flow of current
when overloading occurs in the system.
_______9. Pictorial Diagram is a sketch showing the components of the
circuit using standard electrical symbols.
_______10. Push button switch is a switch usually used to close, or switch on
a circuit momentarily when pressed.

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Hector M. Vallarta; Electrical Technology Coordinator; San Pedro Relocation
Center National High School; San Pedro, Laguna and Roman A. Cabusora Jr.
Master Teacher I; San Francisco High School; Bago Bantay, Quezon City: K
to 12 Basic Education Curriculum Technology and Livelihood Education
Learning Module; ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE
EXPLORATORY COURSE Grades 7 and Grade 8, p. 35 - 45

Department of Education; Most Essential Learning Competencies; p. 383 –

384

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