Content Standard

Performance Standard

The learner demonstrates

understanding of concepts and
The learner independently drafts
underlying principles in drafting electrical and electronic layout and
electrical and electronic layout and details following the job requirements.
details.
Quarter III

Time Allotment: 20 hrs.

MODULE 5
Drafting Electrical and Electronic Layout and Details
Introduction

One must realize that electrical and electronic drafting are two of the most
rapidly evolving technologies of the modern age. Electrical drafting is the
transmission and use of electrical power, whether for industry, business or home.
Typical components are generators, controls, transmission of networks, and
lighting, heating and cooling systems. Meanwhile, electronic drafting involves
circuits of products such as radios, TVs, guidance system, radars, computers and
others.
Through this module, you will learn how to draw diagrams of electrical and
electronic circuits using proper symbols, layout and other details.
Objectives:
At the end of this module, you are expected to:
draft electrical plans and layout; and
draft auxiliary systems and layout
*****
At this point, you are heading into
meaningful
activities
and
learning
encounters. Complete the exercises and
answer the suggested worksheets to
experience lifelong, practical learning
that awaits at the end of this module.
ENJOY YOUR JOURNEY!

Pre- assessment:
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You will be challenged to dig deeper into your prior knowledge and
previous experiences about drafting electrical and electronic layout details. This
phase will guide you in assessing yourself by answering questions that relate with
the basics of drafting electrical and electronic lay-out and details.
Part I: Identification
Directions: Identify the following electrical/electronic symbols. Write your
answer on a separate sheet or in your assignment notebook.
1.

4.

2.

5.

3.

6.

A.C.

Part II: Multiple Choice

Directions: Choose the letter of the best answer then write them in your
answer sheet.
_____1. It is designed to detect the unwanted presence of fire by monitoring
environmental changes associated with combustion.
a. Fire Alarm System
c. Fire extinguisher
b. Fire detector
d. Fire sprinkle
_____2. The movement of charged particles in a specific direction is known as
___.
a. current b. power
c. resistance
d. voltage
_____3. It discharges water when the effects of a fire have been detected, and
when a predetermined temperature has been reached.
a. Fire detector
c. Smoke detector
b. Fire extinguisher
d. Fire sprinkle
_____4. It is the electric pressure that causes the current to flow.
a. current
b. voltage c. resistance
d. power
_____5. A type of smoke detector which uses a very small quantity of
radioactive material.
a. Ionization type detector
c. Photoelectric type detector
b. Fire detector
d. Fire sprinkle
_____6. It is the opposition to the flow of charge.
a. voltage b. resistance
c. power
d. current

_____7. A type of smoke alarm that detects larger particles produced by

smoldering fires.
a. Ionization type detector
c. Photoelectric type detector
b. Fire detector
d. Fire sprinkle
____8. A movement or flow of electric charge which periodically in reverse
position.
a. Alternating Current
c. Direct current
b. Electric circuit
d. Power
____9. It is the rate of doing work and is equal to the product of the current and
voltage.
a. voltage
b. resistance
c. power
d. current
____10. It refers to precautions that are taken to prevent or reduce the
possibility of a fire that may result in death, injury or property damage.
a. Fire safety
c. Fire Alarm System
b. Fire detector
d. Fire sprinkle
Part III: Modified True or False
Directions: Write True if the statement is correct and False if it is not and
underline the word which made the sentence incorrect.
1. According to the current Electrical Notes and Specifications the smallest
size of the wire to be used shall be 12TW.
2. The maximum size of electric wire for service entrance is number 8 AWG.
3. Branch Circuit is a portion of a wiring system extending beyond the final
overcurrent device protecting the circuit.
4. The kitchen requires a high level of general lighting from ceiling fixtures.
5. Intercoms can be portable or mounted permanently in buildings and
vehicles.
Skills Assessment
Direction: Listed below are some of the most important skills that you must gain
in order to draft a quality floor plan. On the right side of the matrix lists the skills
expected of you to master. Rate yourself by checking Not much, if you are not
so familiar yet, A little and/or A lot, if you are already familiar with the skills.
Dont feel bad if you checked Not Much in all of the skills. Keep in mind that this
is being administered to determine your pre-entry knowledge of and skills on the
lesson to be presented.

Skills in drafting electrical plans and layout

I can draft lighting and power layout according to
architectural standards.
I can provide appropriate symbols, riser diagram and
circuits in the working plans in accordance with the
Philippine Electrical Code.
I can draft legends and general notes according to
local power service provider.

Not Much

A little

A lot

Learning Goals and Targets:

After reading the introduction and carefully answering the pre assessment
skills test, you might have ideas of what you will be dealing with in this module.
Now prepare to set your goals and targets for this module by completing the
activity below. Write your answer in your notebook.
My goals are:

Goal 4
Goal 3
Goal 2
Goal 1
My targets are:

Target 1

Target 2

Target 3

Know
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Lesson 1: Draft Electrical Plans and Layouts

This lesson is designed to enhance your recognition of the different
symbols, and materials used in lay-outing the power and lighting plans based on
the Electrical standards.
Ampacity is current-carrying capacity expressed in amperes.
Appliance is utilization equipment generally other than industrial, normally
built in standardized sizes or types, which is installed or connected as a
unit to perform one or more functions such as washing clothes, air
conditioning, food mixing, deep frying etc.
Branch Circuit is a portion of a wiring system extending beyond the final
overcurrent device protecting the circuit.
Building is a structure which stands alone or which is cut off from
adjoining structures by fire walls with all openings therein protected by
approved fire doors.
Circuit breaker is a device designed to open and close a circuit by nonautomatic means and to open the circuit automatically on a predetermined
overload of current, without injury to itself when properly applied within its
rating.
Ground is a conducting connection whether intentional or accidental
between an electrical circuit or equipment and earth, or to some
conducting body which serves in place of the earth.
Lighting outlet is an outlet intended for the direct connection of a lamp
holder, a lightning fixture, or a pendent cord terminating in a lamp holder.
Outlet is a point on the wiring system at which current is taken to supply
utilization equipment.
Panel board is a single panel or group of panel units designed to be
assembled. It includes buses, with or without switches and/or automatic
over current protective devices for the control of light, heat or power
circuits of small individual as well as aggregate capacity. Designed to be
placed in a cabinet or cut out box in or against the wall or partition.

Parallel circuit has more than one resistor (anything that uses electricity
to do work) and gets its name from having multiple (parallel) paths to move
along. Charges can move through any of several paths.
Receptacle is a contact device installed at an outlet for the connection of
an attachment plug and flexible cord.
Receptacle outlet is an outlet where one or more receptacles are
installed.
Parallel circuit has more than one resistor.
Series circuit a circuit in which all parts are connected end to end to
provide a single path for current.

The Flow of Electricity

Electric charges can be made to flow from a source such as battery,
photocell, or electric generator.
Electrical Quantities
1. Current is the movement of charged particles in a wire to a specific
direction. The charged particles may be a positive ion or a negative ion.
The symbol used is (A) and is named ampere. One ampere of current
flows in a conductor when 6.251x10 18 electrons pass a given cross section
in 1 second.
2. Voltage is also known as electromotive force (emf) or potential difference.
It is the electric pressure that causes current to flow. Potential difference is
the potential energy divided by charge. It is the work needed to move a
charged body against the electric force, toward or away from another
charged body. The symbol for voltage is (V) which is joule per coulomb.
There are several methods of producing an emf. The most common are by
electromagnetic induction in generators and chemical reaction in batteries.
3. Resistance is the opposition to the flow of charge. The symbol for
resistance is (R). The unit used to specify the amount of resistance is the
ohm, represented by the symbol (). All materials offer some resistance to
current but the amount of resistance differs from each other. In direct
current (d-c) this unit is called resistance; in an alternating current (a-c) it is
called impedance.

Resistance of the object depends on four factors: 1) length, 2) crosssectional area, 3) resistivity of material and 4) temperature.
Factors that Affect Resistance

Length
Cross-sectional area
Material
Temperature

Ohms Law
Although the three electrical quantities: current, voltage and resistance,
are used differently, they are related to each other. This relationship is known as
Ohms Law. It is stated as, current is directly proportional to the voltage and
inversely proportional to the resistance. It is expressed by the equation:

E
I

I=

E
E
E=I x R R=
R
I

Power and Energy

Electric power is the rate of doing electrical work. It is equal to the product
of the current and voltage. The unit is watt (W) or kilowatt (kW). A kilowatt is
1,000 watts. Work is being done at the rate of 1 watt when a constant current of
1 ampere is maintained through a resistance by an emf of 1 volt. The power input
in watts to any electrical device in which the element has a resistance (R) and the
current is I given by the equation,
W = I2 R

but by Ohms Law

V = IR;

hence

W = VI

where W is in watt, R in ohms , I in amperes, and v in volts.

Direct Current (DC) and Alternating Current (AC)

Direct current (DC) is the unidirectional flow of electric charge. It is
produced by such sources as batteries, thermocouples, solar cells, and
commutator-type electric machines of the dynamo type. Direct current may flow
in a conductor such as a wire, but can also be through semiconductors,
insulators, or even through a vacuum as in electron or ion beams. The electric
charge flows in a constant direction. A term formerly used for direct current was
Galvanic current.
Alternating current (AC) is the movement (or flow) of electric charge which
periodically in reverses direction. An electric charge for instance would move
forward, then backward, and vice versa. In direct current (DC), the movement or
flow of electric charge is only in one direction. Audio and radio signals carried on
electrical wires are examples of alternating current.
Electrical Circuits
An electrical circuit is a network that has a closed loop, giving a return path
for the current.
There are two types of circuits, namely series circuit and parallel circuit. A
series circuit has two or more loads but current flows through a single conducting
path, while a parallel circuit has more than one path for current to flow.

Series Circuit
Parallel Circuit

Process
Suggested Activity 1
Direction: Based on what you have learned, try to connect the bulbs,
switch and dry cell in series and parallel circuits.
Series Circuit

Parallel Circuit

Test I. Fill-in the Blanks:

Directions: Fill in the blanks with the correct answers and write it on a
separate sheet.
1. __________ is the movement of charged particles in a specific direction.
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2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.

__________ is the unit of electric current represented by the symbol (A).

__________ is also known as electromotive force.
Potential difference is the potential energy divided by ____________.
The symbol for voltage is ________ which means joule per coulomb.
__________ is the opposition to the flow of charge.
The symbol for resistance is ____________.
The unit used to specify the amount of resistance is the _________ which
is represented by the symbol ().
9. The Law that states, Current is directly proportional to the voltage and
inversely proportional to the resistance is called ___________.
10._________ is the rate of doing electrical work. It is equal to the
product of the current and voltage.
Test II. Modified TRUE or FALSE
Directions: Write TRUE if the statement is correct, if FALSE, change the
underlined word/ words to make the statement correct.
1.
2.
3.
4.

An electric circuit provides a complete open path for current to flow.

Rubber is relatively a poor conductor of electricity.
Materials that do not allow electrons to flow freely are called conductors.
When electrons move back and forth, reversing their direction regularly,
the current is called alternating current.
5. A parallel circuit has two or more loads that flow through a single
conducting path.

Know
Electrical Diagrams and Symbols
Graphic symbols are shorthand ways of showing how a circuit works or
how the parts of the circuit are connected. Electrical symbols are used to
represent actual electrical components on drawings. Graphic symbols are
usually drawn using single-line (one-line) diagrams, on schematic diagrams. The
same is done on connection or wiring diagrams. This will give the workman the
idea on how the wiring installation will be done as specified in the work plan.
Output Devices: Lamps, Heater, Motor, etc.
Component
Circuit Symbol
Function of Component
Lamp (lighting)
A transducer which converts
electrical energy to light. This
symbol is used for a lamp
providing illumination, for
example a car headlamp or torch
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bulb.
A transducer which converts
electrical energy to light. This
symbol is used for a lamp which
is an indicator, for example a
warning light on a car dashboard.
A transducer which converts
electrical energy to heat.
A transducer which converts
electrical energy to kinetic
energy (motion).
A transducer which converts
electrical energy to sound.

Lamp (indicator
)

Heater
Motor
Bell

Buzzer

A transducer which converts

electrical energy to sound.

Inductor
(Coil,
Solenoid)

A coil of wire which creates a

magnetic field when current
passes through it. It may have an
iron core inside the coil. It can be
used as a transducer converting
electrical energy to mechanical
energy by pulling on something.

Electrical Legend

Service Entrance
M

Meco Meters

Panel Board
Circuit Breaker
Ceiling Light Outlet

Eaves Light

EL
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PL
Pin light
Convenience outlet
R

Range outlet

A.C.

Air-condition outlet

Telephone outlet

One gang switch

S2

Two gang switch

S3

Three gang switch

Line concealed in ceiling
Line embedded in concrete
Circuit Homerun

Electrical Notes and Specifications

1. The electrical works shall comply with all the provisions in the Electrical
Code and with consideration on the rules and regulations of local power
company.
2. Unless otherwise specified, wiring shall be done with PVC pipe or local
made; minimum size shall be " trade sizes.
3. Electric meters installed by the power utility company are supplied and
installed by the power utility company.
4. The Philippine Electrical Code provides that only professional engineers
can sign the electrical plans.
5. Samples of materials to be used shall be submitted to the construction
engineering office for approval before execution of the work.
6. Smallest size of the wire to be used shall be 12TW wire unless otherwise
specified.
7. The minimum size of electric wire for service entrance is number 8 AWG.

Process
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Suggested Activity 2: Identification:

Directions: Identify the following symbols. Write the answer on a separate
sheet of paper.

1.

6.

2.
3.

7.
8.

R
A.C.

4.

9.

5.

10.

Test II. TRUE OR FALSE

Direction: Read each statement carefully. Write A if the statement is TRUE and B
if FALSE.
1. The Philippine Electrical Code provides that only a professional engineer or
associate electrical engineer can sign electrical plans.
2. Electric meters used in residential construction are not supplied and installed
by the power utility company.
3. Smallest size of the wire to be used in residential construction shall be 12TW
wire.
4. Wiring in residential construction shall be done with PVC pipe or local made.
5. The minimum size of electric wire for service entrance in residential
construction is number 4 AWG.

Know
Lighting
Planning for sufficient lighting involves the light, eye and the object.
Whether planning lighting for a residence or for a large commercial building, the
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same design factors must be considered. One must consider how much light is
needed, what type has the best quality and how should the light be distributed.
Electrical Fixtures
There are three groups of light fixtures namely, ceiling fixtures, wall fixtures
and portable plug-ins.

General Rules to Observe in Illumination Planning

1. The kitchen requires a high level of general lighting from ceiling fixtures.
Specific lighting for all work areas includes, range, sink, tables, and
counters.
2. The bathroom requires a high level of general lighting from ceiling fixtures.
The mirror should have lights on two sides. The shower and water closet
should have a recessed, vapor proof light.
3. The living room requires a low-level of general lighting but should have
specific lighting for areas for reading, and other visual tasks. Decorative
lighting can also be used.
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4. The bedroom requires a low level of general lighting but should have
specific lighting for reading in bed on both sides of the dressing-table
mirror. The dressing area requires high level of general lighting. Childrens
bedroom requires a high level of general lighting. Closets should have a
fixture placed high at the front.
5. The dining area requires low level of general lighting with local lighting
over the dining table.
6. The entrance and hallway require a high level of general and decorative
lighting.
7. Traffic areas require a high level of general lighting for safety.
8. Television viewing requires a very low level of general lighting. Television
should not be viewed in the dark because the strong contrasts of dark
room and bright screen are tiring to the eyes.
9. Reading and desk areas require a high level of general light and specific
light that is diffused and glareless. There should be no shadow.
10. Outdoor lighting is accomplished by waterproof floodlights and spotlights.
Extensive outdoor lighting will provide convenience, beauty and safety.
Areas that could be illuminated are the landscaping, game areas,
barbecue area, patio, garden, front of picture window, pools and
driveways.

Process
Suggested Activity 3: Identification
Directions: Identify the attribute being described by each statement. Choose
from the pool of words below. Write your answer on a sheet of paper.

70-200 footcandles (750 to 2150 lx)Incandescent lamps General LightingDecorative lightingfootcandleFluo

20-30 footcandles (215 to 320 lx)
Specific (local) lighting

1. A sealed glass containing a filament connected at its ends to the contact

area in the base, thereby completing an electric circuit. It provides small
and concentrated glow of light.
2. A gas-discharge lamp that uses electricity to excite mercury vapor.
3. It is equal to the amount of light a candle throws on an object 1' away.
4. The standard unit of illumination in metric system.
5. Lighting method in which light spreads an even, low-level light throughout
a room.
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6. Lighting method used to develop different moods and to accent objects for
interests.
7. Lighting method that directs light to an area used for specific visual tasks.
8.
9. Light level used for casual visual tasks, like card playing, conversation,
television, listening to music, etc.
10. Light level used for easy reading, sewing, knitting, house cleaning, etc.
11. Light level used for prolonged detailed tasks such as fine sewing, reading
fine print, drafting, etc.
Test II. Presentation: Using the internet, cut-out pictures from magazines or an
excerpt from a movie setting present to the class a scene that best describe one
of the following:
5 Types of Lighting Dispersement
3 Groups of light fixtures
2 Types of Light source

Know
Components of an Electrical System
The components of an electrical system can be arranged in 3 major
categories:
1. Wiring includes conductors and raceways of all types.
2. Power handling equipment
a. transformers
b. switchboards
c. panel boards
d. large switches
e. circuit breakers
3. Utilization equipment, includes lighting, motors, controls and wiring
devices.
.

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Wiring
Electrical systems in buildings are usually divided into two parts: service
and branch circuits.
Service parts include all the wiring and apparatus needed to bring
electricity into building. Branch circuits distribute the electricity throughout the
structure.
Wire used in both service and branch circuit is made of one or more
strands of metal, either copper or aluminum and covered with a flexible plastic
insulation. The size of the wire used in an electric circuit depends on the current
to be carried by the circuit.
The Cir-Kit "concept" of electrical wiring was first developed in 1976 and is
now the predominant world-wide method of dollhouse wiring and electrification. A
great measure of its success can be attributed to the ease of installation and
professional appearance when finished. The Cir-Kit method allows anyone, even
those without electrical knowledge, to successfully construct a completely hidden
and "to scale" lighting system.

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Boxes and Cabinets

Distribution box is made from either steel or plastic, which contains a
junction between several conduits. Boxes are usually of a rectangular, octagonal,
or round form having punched or knock-out holes to fit the conduits.
Types of Boxes
1. Outlet boxes are those utilized for connection of lighting and receptacle
outlets.
2. Junction boxes are those used for junction of wires in branch and
feeder circuits.
3. Pull boxes are used for pulling of wires in branch and feeder circuits.

Rules in Planning the Electrical System

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1. The main source of light in a room should be controlled by a wall switch

located on the latch side of the rooms entrance. It should not be
necessary to walk into a dark room to find the light switch.
2. Electrical outlets (except in the kitchen) should average one for every
6'(1.8m) of wall space.
3. Electrical outlets in the kitchen should average one for every 4'(1.2m) of
wall space.
4. Walls between doors should have an outlet, regardless of the size of the
wall space.
5. Each room should have a light outlet in the ceiling or wall that will be a
major source of light for the whole room.
6. Each room should have adequate lighting for all visual tasks.
7. Each room should have at least one easy-to-reach outlet for the vacuum
cleaner or other appliances that are often used.
8. Not all lights in one room should be on the same circuit.
9. The height of all outlets in the house should be listed on the plans.
10. GFCI receptacle should be provided as outlined.
Service and Branch Requirements
Power is supplied to a building via the service drop. Three heavy wires
together are called the drop that extends from the utility pole or an underground
source to the structure.
Types of connections from an electrical pole to the building
1. Overhead Service Drop
2. Overhead pole connection with an underground service lateral to the
building
3. Connection in a manhole or hand hole at the property line with Service
Lateral to the building.

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Circuit Protective Devices

There are two types of circuit protective devices which are commonly used:
1. Fuse. It is made of thin strip of metal used for safety because when the
current flowing through it becomes too high, it melts and breaks the flow of
electricity. It consists of an alloy link or wire of relatively low melting
temperature which when enclosed in an insulating fiber tube is called a
cartridge fuse, and when in a porcelain cup is known as plug fuse.
2. Circuit breaker. It is an electromechanical device which performs the
same protective function as a fuse and also acts as a switch. It is a
reusable device that protects a circuit from becoming overloaded

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Switches
In electronics, a switch is an electrical component that can break an
electrical circuit, interrupting the current or diverting it from one conductor to
another.

The

most

familiar

form

of

switch

is

manually

operated

electromechanical device with one or more sets of electrical contacts. Each set of
contacts can be in one of two states: either 'closed' meaning the contacts are
touching and electricity can flow between them, or 'open', meaning the contacts
are separated and non-conducting.

Switch Board and Switchgear

Switchboards and switchgear are free standing assembles of switches,
fuses, and/or circuit breakers which normally provide switching and feeder
protection to a number of circuits connected to a main source.

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Panel Board
A panel, or panel board, serves basically the same function as a
switchboard, except on a smaller scale, that is, it accepts a relatively large block
of power and distributes it in smaller blocks. Panel boards may be classified as
flush-type or surface-type.
ITEM

SYMBOL

SELF CHECK # 1.4

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ILLUSTRATION

Process
Suggested Activity 4: Drafting Design
A. Work individually or in groups, review sections of the Rules in Planning
Electrical Systems and illustrate/draft a design of a workplace (ie. ergonomic kitchen,
class laboratory, futuristic residential structure or an electronic gadgets factory work
area, etc.) taking into consideration the application of each of the following:
- Power Handling Equipment
- Circuit Protective Devices
- Distribution Boxes
B. Develop 10 safety guidelines for each of the design

Know
Working with Electrical Drawings
Complete electrical plans will guarantee the installation of electrical wiring
exactly as planned. If electrical plans are incomplete and vague, the totality of the
installation is largely affected.
Steps in Preparing the Electrical Plan
If the basic floor plan is already drawn, the designer should:
1. Determine the exact position of all appliances and lighting fixtures on the
plan.
2. Draw the electrical symbols representing the switches, outlets and
electrical devices on the floor plan.
3. Draw a line from each switch to the connecting fixture.
4. Show the position of all outlets and controls using electrical wiring
symbols, however, the entire circuit is not drawn on the electrical plan.
5. Determine location of power source from nearest power supply post.
6. Draw the single line riser diagram.
7. Determine the number of lighting outlets, convenience outlets and other
electrical fixtures and appliance.
8. Draw the schedule of loads and determine size of wires and conduits.
9. Compute for total current to determine size of service drop and sizes of
wires.
10. Write electrical construction specification and other notes.
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Sample Single Line Riser Diagram

Sample Computation and Schedule of Loads

Reflect and Understand

Instruction: Refer to Sample Electrical Plan given on last portion of this module.
Perform the following activities for one complete plate:

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1. Locate the proper positioning of electrical fixtures then draft according to your
preferences.
2. Draft and determine the proper position of the service drop and the location of
breaker
3. Draft and determine the locations of switches.
4. Draft and determine the schedule of loads.
5. Finalize the drawing by completing the specifications for the detailed drawing
of electrical plan including the legend.
Enrichment Activities:
1.

Obtain old and new drawings from local and foreign countries.
Compare which drawing shows a well-executed electrical draft and layout
details.
Rate and/or comment on certain aspect such as: Electrical Installation
Design Technique; Technical Details; Aesthetics and Accuracy in drawing
and dimensions, etc.
Based on the results of assessment and analysis of both drawings,
create a drawing portfolio which is either a digital (online) or hardcopy that
incorporates your recommendations on the areas that need further
improvement.

2.

Draft the existing design and dimensioned floor plan with electrical
layout details of your house which incorporates your present furniture,
closet, computer station, entertainment system etc.
Using the available resources such as Internet, catalogues, magazines
and research articles, update and upgrade the existing design of your
house to make it more suitable, appealing and comfortable to your
lifestyle. Your parent/s will help you on this task, provided that you have
developed an accurate dimensioned plan electrical draft and layout details,
bill of materials and will stay within a budget of P5,000.00 P10,000.00.

Transfer
Summative Test
Direction: Given the floor plan on Module 1, draft a complete electrical layout of the
ground and second floor including the schedule of loads for each.

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Lesson 2:

Draft Auxiliary Systems and Layout

This lesson is designed to familiarize you to the auxiliary systems device that
may be used as a substitute or reserve in case of need. Such devices include fire
alarm and protection systems, electronics and communication system (cable TV,
intercoms, music and pagers) and Building Management System.

SKILLS EVALUATION
Direction: Listed below are some of the most important skills that you must gain in
order to draft a quality floor plan. On the right side of the matrix lists the skills
expected of you to master. Rate yourself by checking Not much, if you are not so
familiar yet, A little and/or A lot, if you are already familiar with the skills. Dont feel
bad if you checked Not Much in all of the skills. Keep in mind that this is being
administered to determine your pre-entry knowledge of and skills on the lesson to be
presented.

Skills in drafting auxiliary systems and layout

I can layout fire alarm and protection system
symbols in the auxiliary system and layout plan
according to Fire Code
I can layout electronic and communication
devices according to electrical drafting
requirements

Not Much

A little

A lot

Learning Goals and Targets:

After reading the introduction and carefully answering the pre assessment
skills test, you might have ideas of what you will be dealing with in this module. Now
prepare to set your goals and targets for this module by completing the activity
below. Write your answer in your notebook.
My goals are:

Goal 4
Goal 3

Goal 2

Goal 1

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My targets are:

Target 1

Target 2

Target 3

Operational Definition of Terms

Annunciator an indicator that announces which electrical circuit has been
active (as on a telephone switchboard).
Concealed refers to inaccessibility by the structure or finish of the building.
Damp location is a location subject to a moderate degree of moisture, such as
some basements, some barns, some cold storage warehouse, and the
like.
Demand factor is the ratio of the maximum demand of the system or part of a
system, to the total connected load.
Feeder is a circuit conductor between the service equipment and the branch
circuit overcurrent device.
Service is the conductor or equipment for delivering energy from the electricity
supply system to the wiring system of the premises supplied.
Service cable is a service conductor made up in the form of a cable.
Service conductors are supply conductors which extend from the main street
transformers to the service equipment of the premises supplied.
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Service drop are overhead service conductors between the last pole or other
aerial support to and including the slicer, if any, to the service entrance
conductors at the building walls, where joined by tap or splice to the
service drop.
Service raceway is a rigid metal conductor, electrical metallic tubing, or other
raceway, that encloses the service entrance conductors.
Switch: General use switch is a switch intended for use in general distribution
and branch circuits. It is rated in ampere, and is capable of interrupting
rated current at its rated voltage.
Switchboard is a large single panel, frame or assembly of panels, on which
are mounted on the face or back or both switches, over-current and other
protective devices; buses and usually instruments.
Utilization

equipment

is

equipment

which

utilizes

electric

energy

for

mechanical, chemical heating, lighting, or similar useful purposes.

Voltage to the ground is the voltage between the given conductor and the
conductor which is grounded.
Weatherproof refers to the state of being so constructed or protected that
exposure to any weather condition will not interfere its successful
operation.

Know
Graphic Symbols for Auxiliary System
Shown below are electronic symbols that are used to represent actual
electronic components on drawings. Graphic symbols are usually drawn on singleline (one-line) diagrams, on schematic diagrams, or on connection or wiring
diagrams. By marking the symbols, you can relate with parts lists, descriptions, or
instructions of electrical plans and layouts.
Telephone outlet
Push buttons

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Buzzer
Bell
Combination Bell Buzzer
CH

Chime
Annunciator

Electric Door Opener

Bell-Ringing Transformer
Interconnection Box
Outside Telephone
Interconnecting Telephone

Radio Outlet

TV

Television Outlet

Fire alarm

Process
Suggested Activity 1
Direction: From the floor plan specified on Module 1, locate and place each
of the symbols for auxiliary system, and then draft based on your own design and
preference. Prepare to present your design in class.

Know
Fire Alarm Systems

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Fire Alarm System is designed to detect the unwanted presence of fire by

monitoring environmental changes associated with combustion. It can be used to
notify people to evacuate in the event of a fire or other emergency, to call for
emergency forces aid, and to prepare the structure and associated systems to
control the spread of fire and smoke.
Smoke Detectors
If you were to build a house today, smoke detectors would be required in each
bedroom, on each level of the home in the vicinity of the bedrooms, including
basements.
A fire sprinkler is the part of a fire sprinkler system that discharges water
when the effects of a fire have been detected, such as when a predetermined
temperature has been reached. Fire sprinklers can be automatic or open orifice.
Key Elements of the Local Building Code

Building a facility should be in accordance with the version of the Local

Building Code is in effect at the time of the building permit application.

Maintaining a facility and conducting oneself should be in accordance with the

provisions of the fire code, after the building is occupied. This is based on
knowledge of the code by the owner and ensuring that the occupants and
operators of the building are aware of the current applicable regulations.

Fire safety refers to precautions that are taken to prevent or reduce the
possibility of a fire that may result in death, injury, or property damage. It alerts those
in a structure of the presence of fire in the event one occurs. It also enables those
threatened by fire to survive, or to reduce the damage caused by fire.
Fire safety measures include those that are planned during the construction of a
building or implemented in structures that are already standing, and those that are
taught to occupants of the building.
Threats to fire safety are referred to as fire hazards. A fire hazard may include a
situation that increases the likelihood a fire may start or may impede escape in the
event a fire occurs.

Process
I. Direction: Given the Floor Plan from Module 1, perform the following activity for
one complete plate.
1. Locate and draw the position of the following based on the given floor plan.
a. fire alarm system
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b. smoke detectors
c. fire alarms
2. Finalize the fire alarm system by drawing a diagram connecting the fixtures.
II. Multiple Choice
Directions: Choose the letter of the best answer. Write your answer on a separate
sheet of paper.
1. It is designed to detect the unwanted presence of fire by monitoring
environmental changes associated with combustion.
a. Fire Alarm System
c. Fire extinguisher
b. Fire detector
d. Fire sprinkle
2. It discharges water when the effects of a fire have been detected, and when a
predetermined temperature has been reached.
a. Fire Alarm System
c. Fire extinguisher
b. Fire detector
d. Fire sprinkle
3. A type of smoke detector which uses a very small quantity of radioactive material.
a. Ionization type detector
c. Fire sprinkle
b. Fire detector
d. Photoelectric type detector
4. A type of smoke alarm that detects larger particles produced by smoldering fires.
a. Ionization type detector
c. Fire sprinkle
b. Fire detector
d. Photoelectric type detector
5. It refers to precautions that are taken to prevent or reduce the possibility of a fire
that may result in death, injury, or property damage.
a. Fire Alarm System
c. Fire extinguisher
b. Fire detector
d. Fire sprinkle

Reflect and Understand

Suggested Activity 2:

I. Drafting Auxiliary Electrical Plan

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Direction: Given the floor plan below draw an auxiliary electrical plan
containing the following details:

1.Fire alarm

6. Push buttons

2.Telephone outlet

7. Outside telephone

3. Buzzer

8. Interconnecting telephone

4. Bell

9. Annunciator

Note:

You

can
5. Chime
10. Interconnection Box
make your own design that suits your preferences. Prepare to present your design in
class.

Transfer
Summative Test
Direction: Using the floor plan from on page 294 and page 295, draft and develop a
Design Brief or a Project Proposal of an Electrical and Electronic Layout
Details that addresses a current social issue.

Possible scenarios might include the design of a residence for individuals with
physical disabilities; the design of a consumer product that could be used by
individuals suffering from arthritis. The project should demonstrate how human
factors

(e.g.,

physical,

ethical,

and

cultural)

accommodated architectural planning and designing.

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have

been

considered

and

SAMPLE ELECTRICAL PLAN

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Post-Assessment
Answer the post assessment below to determine whether there
is significant increase in your understanding of Drafting Electrical and
Electronic Lay-out and Details. The feedback to this post assessment
is appended on page ____
Good Luck!

Part I: Identification
Identify the following symbols and describe where each of these symbols of
each must be placed properly inside a residential structure.
Symbols
Name
Description

1.

2.

3.

4.

6.

7.

Part II: Multiple Choice

Direction: Choose the letter of the best answer. Write the answer on your
answer sheet.
_____1. It is designed to detect the unwanted presence of fire by monitoring
environmental changes associated with combustion.
a. Fire Alarm System
c. Fire extinguisher
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b. Fire detector

d. Fire sprinkle

_____2. It is the movement of charged particles in a specific direction.

a. current b. voltage
c. resistance
d. power
_____3. It discharges water when the effects of a fire have been detected, and
when a predetermined temperature has been reached.
a. Fire detector
c. Smoke detector
b. Fire extinguisher
d. Fire sprinkle
_____4. It is the electric pressure that causes the current to flow.
a. current
b. power
c. resistance
d. voltage
_____5. A type of smoke detector which uses a very small quantity of
radioactive material.
a. Fire detector
c. Ionization type detector
b. Fire sprinkle
d. Photoelectric type detector
_____6. A type of smoke alarm that detects larger particles produced by
smoldering fires.
a. Ionization type detector
c. Photoelectric type detector
b. Fire detector
d. Fire sprinkle
____7. A movement or flow of electric charge which periodically in reverse
position.
a. Alternating Current
c. Direct current
b. Electric circuit
d. Power
____8. It is the rate of doing work and is equal to the product of the current and
voltage.
a. voltage
b. resistance
c. power
d. current
____9. It refers to precautions that are taken to prevent or reduce the
possibility
of a fire that may result in death, injury or property damage.
a. Fire safety
c. Fire Alarm System
b. Fire detector
d. Fire sprinkle
Part III: True or False
Directions: Write TRUE if the statement is correct and FALSE if it is not.
1. Smallest size of the wire to be used shall be 12TW unless otherwise
specified.
2. The maximum size of electric wire for service entrance is number 8 AWG.
3. Branch Circuit is a portion of a wiring system extending beyond the final
overcurrent device protecting the circuit.
4. The kitchen requires a high level of general lighting from ceiling fixtures.
5. Intercoms can be portable or mounted permanently in buildings and vehicles.

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