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TLE–IA-EIM
Quarter 2 – Module 2A:
Electrical Wiring Devices
TLE-IA-EIM–Grade 10
Alternative Delivery Mode
Quarter 2 – Module 2A: Electrical Wiring Devices
First Edition, 2020

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Quarter 2 – Module 2A:
Electrical Wiring Devices
Introductory Message
For the facilitator:

Welcome to the (Electrical Installation and Maintenance Grade 9/10)

Alternative Delivery Mode (ADM) Module on (Electrical Wiring Devices)!

This module was collaboratively designed, developed and reviewed by

educators both from public and private 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
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taking into consideration their needs and circumstances.

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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.

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For the learner:

Welcome to the Electrical Installation and Maintenance 9/10 Alternative

Delivery Mode (ADM) Module on (Electrical Wiring Devices)!

This module was designed to provide you with fun and meaningful
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 What I Need to Know

This module covers the knowledge, skills and proper attitude in installing
wiring devices such as Ground Fault Current Interrupter (GFCI) outlets and other
special wiring devices. Specifically, this module covers Electrical Wiring Devices.

This module consists of one (1) learning competency. The learning

competency will be achieved through the learning activities supported by
instruction sheets. Before you read the information sheet or the lesson and What is
It, answer the pre-test or What I Know, assessment and do the activities provided to
assess yourself and for your teacher to determine that you have acquired the
knowledge necessary to perform the skill require in this learning competency.

After going through this module, you are expected to:

1. Define wiring devices according to Philippine Electrical Code;
2. Demonstrate the types of wiring devices and its classification; and

3. Appreciate and value the importance of electrical wiring devices in a specific

electrical installation.

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 What I Know

Let us determine how much you already know about the electrical wiring
devices by answering the questions below. Use your activity notebook for your
answers.

I. Multiple Choice
Directions: Read, analyze and understand each question carefully for each item.
Write the letter of your answer in your activity notebook.

1. What are the common examples of control devices?

A. Wires and cables C. Electrical lamps
B. Lighting switches D. Clamp ammeters
2. These are devices which serve as path of electric current of the wiring system
like wire (conductor) and all parts of the circuit that has a low resistance.
A. Control devices C. Protective devices
B. Fault devices D. Path devices
3. It is defined as single discrete units of electrical distribution systems which are
intended to carry but not utilize electric energy.
A. Wiring tools C. Wiring diagram
B. Wiring devices D. Wiring equipment
4. These are electrical devices used to control and to provide connection points for
low voltage outlets, lighting systems and appliances.
A. Wiring devices C. Pliers
B. Multi-testers D. Electrical conduit
5. What is the complete name of the acronym PEC that establish basic materials
quality and electrical works standards for the safe use of electricity for light, heat,
power, communications, signalling and for other purposes?
A. Philippine Energy Company C. Philippine Electrical Code
B. Power Electric Corporation D. Power Energy Code

Lesson
Types of Electrical Wiring
1 Devices

Wiring devices are defined as single discrete units of electrical distribution

systems which are intended to carry but not utilize electric energy. Wiring devices
are electrical devices used to control and to provide connection points for low
voltage outlets, lighting systems and appliances (e.g., wall switches and
receptacles).
The Philippine Electrical Code (PEC) and National Electrical Code (NEC)
defines device as a unit of an electrical system that is intended to carry or control
but not utilize electric energy. This covers a wide assortment of system components
that include, but not limited to the following:

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 ➢ Switches
➢ Relays
➢ Contactors
➢ Conductors
➢ Fuses and Circuit Breakers
➢ Outlets (Floor Outlet, Grounding type Convenience Outlet or otherwise
known as Special Purpose Outlet or SPO)

Further, the devises are classified in terms with their functions as path
devices, control devices, fault devices and protective devices.

Path Devices are devices which serve as path of electric current of the wiring
system like wire (conductor) and all parts of the circuit that has a low resistance.

Control Devices are devices which can regulate the flow of current. They can
make or break the circuit. Lighting Switches are common examples of control
devices.

Fault Devices are devices which can immediately detect any fault in the wiring
system. GFCI and AFCI are common examples of fault devices.

Protective Devices are devices which are the weakest link of the circuit and will
protect the circuit from overcurrent.

What’s In

In preparation for this lesson on electrical wiring devices, you must have a
good background in your previous lesson on wiring plan interpretation. Be
reminded that before going into an actual electrical installation, you must have a
good knowledge in interpreting an electrical plan. Before going through in this
module, try to examine the following questions:

Why is it important to know the different types of wiring devices and its

functions?

How important are the guidelines in selecting wiring devices?

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 Notes to the Teacher
Let the learners to read and understand the learning objectives.
Before going through this module, answer the questions in What I
Know and refer to the answer key for corrections. Do the different
tasks: What’s New, What’s More, What I have Learned, What I can DO,
and the additional activities. Finally, answer the assessment and refer
to the answer key for correction. After doing all the tasks, the teacher
will inform the learner for his/her progress.

What’s New

Task 1: Word Search

To determine your knowledge on electrical devices and its types, let us play a
word search by examining each one in terms of the guide questions below and
search the words in the table that answer the questions. Write your answers in
your activity notebook.

1. What type of devices which serve as path of electric current of the wiring system
like wire (conductor) and all parts of the circuit that has a low resistance?
2. What type of devices which can regulate the flow of current?
3. What type of devices which can immediately detect any fault in the wiring
system?
4. What type of devices which are the weakest link of the circuit and will protect the
circuit from overcurrent?
5. These are switching devices used in any control circuit for checking a condition
or multiplying the number of contacts available?
6. This is used for switching of motors, capacitors, lights etc. that drains very high
current?
7. These are electrical component that can disconnect or connect the conducting
path in an electrical circuit, interrupting the electric current or diverting it from one
conductor to another.

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

What is It

According to the National Electrical Code (NEC), a device is a unit of an

electrical system that is intended to carry, not to utilize electric energy. This covers
a wide assortment of system components that include, but not limited to the
following:
• Switches
• Relays
• Contactors
• Conductors
• Fuses and Circuit Breakers
• Outlets (Floor Outlet, Grounding type Convenience Outlet or otherwise
known as Special Purpose Outlet or SPO)
Switches

Figure 1. Switch with Plate

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 These are electrical component that can disconnect or connect the
conducting path in an electrical circuit, interrupting the electric current or
diverting it from one conductor to another. Switches are made in many different
configurations; they may have multiple sets of contacts controlled by the same
knob or actuator, and the contacts may operate simultaneously, sequentially, or
alternately. A switch may be operated manually, for example, a light switch or a
keyboard button, or may function as a sensing element to sense the position of a
machine part, liquid level, pressure, or temperature, such as a thermostat.

Relays

Figure 2. Relay

Relays are switching devices used in any control circuit for checking a
condition or multiplying the number of contacts available. A relay consists of at
least two contacts and an excitation coil. These contacts may be normally open or
normally closed. These contacts are closed or opened by exciting the coil. Relays
are used for switching of control circuits and cannot be used for power switching
with relatively higher ampacity. It can be used for switching of small lights, sirens,
indication lamps etc.

Contactors

Figure 3. Contactor

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 A Contactor is used for switching of motors, capacitors, lights etc, that
drains very high current. It has at least a single pair of three-phase input and
output contacts. It would be normally open. Some contactors come with additional
auxiliary contacts that may be either NO or NC. These auxiliary contacts get
activated along with the main contacts. Switching is achieved by energization and
De-energization of the contactor coils. Contactors are chosen upon the ampere
ratings of the load. Contactors require an additional supply (either AC or DC
depending upon the type of contactor we use) for excitation. It is used for power
switching. Contactors are switching devices used to control power flow to any load.

Conductors

Figure 4. Conductor

Conductors are materials that permit electrons to flow freely from particle to
particle. An object made of a conducting material will permit charge to be
transferred across the entire surface of the object.

Fuses and Circuit Breakers

Fuse is a safety device consisting of a strip of wire that melts and breaks an
electric circuit if the current exceeds a safe level.

Figure 5. Fuse

A circuit breaker is an automatically operated electrical switch designed to

protect an electrical circuit from damage caused by excess current from an
overload or short circuit. Its basic function is to interrupt current flow after a fault
is detected.

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 Figure 6. Circuit Breaker

Convenience outlet (CO) and Special Purpose Outlet (SPO)

Convenience outlet (CO) is a receptacle in a wall or baseboard for

connection to lamps or other electrical appliances.

Figure 7. Convenience Outlet (CO)

Special Purpose Outlet (SPO) is a receptacle in a wall or baseboard for

connection to power tools and similar portable power tools and equipment.

An outlet that has three holes. The first hole, or left hole, is called “neutral”.
The second hole, or right hole, is called “hot”. The third hole is the ground hole.

Figure 8. Special Purpose Outlet (SPO)

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 What’s More

Task 2: Crossword Puzzle

Instruction: Fill in the crossword puzzle with the answer of the questions or
statement below. Use your activity notebook for your answers.

1. It is used for switching of motors, capacitors, etc., that drains very high current.

2. It is an electrical component that can disconnect or connect the conducting path

in an electrical circuit.

3. What materials that permits electrons to flow freely from particle to particle?

4. It is automatically operated electrical switch designed to protect an electrical

circuit from damage caused by excess current from an overload or short circuit.

5. What do you call a safety device consisting of a strip of wire that melts and
breaks an electric circuit if the current exceeds a safe level?

6. It is a switching devices used in any control circuit for checking a condition or

multiplying the number of contacts available.

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 What I Have Learned

Direction: Complete all the statements or phrases below and write

your answer on your activity notebook

I have learned that ________________________________________.

I have realized that ________________________________________.

I will apply ________________________________________________.

What I Can Do

Give at least five (5) different types of electrical wiring devices:

1. __________________________________________

2. __________________________________________

3. __________________________________________

4. __________________________________________

5. __________________________________________

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 Assessment

Directions: Read and analyze the questions below and write your answers on your
activity notebook.

A. Identify the correct name or description of the picture in the table.

PICTURE NAME / DESCRIPTION

1.

2.

3.

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4.

5.

B. Identify the correct answer for the following questions.

______________ 1. It is defined as single discrete units of electrical

distribution systems which are intended to carry but not

utilize electric energy.

______________ 2. It is used for switching of motors, capacitors, lights etc.

that drains very high current.

______________ 3. It is a safety device consisting of a strip of wire that melts

and breaks an electric circuit if the current exceeds a safe

level.

______________ 4. These are materials that permit electrons to flow freely

from particle to particle.

______________ 5. It is an automatically operated electrical switch designed to

protect an electrical circuit from damage caused by excess

current from an overload or short circuit.

______________ 6. These are devices which serve as path of electric current of

the wiring system like wire (conductor) and all parts of the

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 circuit that has a low resistance

______________ 7. These are devices which can regulate the flow of current

and can make or break the circuit.

______________ 8. These are devices which can immediately detect any fault

in the wiring system.

______________ 9. These are devices which are the weakest link of the circuit

and will protect the circuit from overcurrent.

______________10. It is a receptacle in a wall or baseboard for connection to

lamps or other electrical appliances.

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What’s more What’s New
1. CONTACTOR 1. PATH
2. SWITCH 2. CONTROL
3. CONDUCTOR 3. FAULT
4. CIRCUIT BREAKER 4. PROTECTIVE
5. FUSE 5. RELAYS
6. RELAY 6. CONTACTORS
7. SWITCHES
What I Know What I can do Assessment
1. B In any order: A
2. D
3. B Switches 1. Relay
4. A 2. Fuse
5. C Relays
3. Contactor
Contactors
4. Switch
Conductors 5. Circuit Breaker
B
Fuses
1. Wiring Devices
Circuit Breakers 2. Contactor
3. Fuse
Outlets 4. Conductor
5. Circuit Breaker
6. Path Devices
7. Control Devices
8. Fault Devices
9. Protective Devices
10. Convenience Outlet
Answer Key
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