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Technology and
Livelihood Education
Electrical Installation and
Maintenance

Department of Education ● Republic of the Philippines

Technology and Livelihood Education – Grade 7
Alternative Delivery Mode
Module 3: Select Electrical Measuring Tools and Instruments
First Edition, 2020
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Technology and
Livelihood Education
Module 3
(Select Electrical Measuring Tools and
Instruments)

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Introductory Message
For the learner:
Welcome to the Electrical Installation and Maintenance Alternative Delivery
Mode (ADM) Module on Select Electrical Measuring Tools and
Instruments.

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 select Electrical Measuring Tools and Instruments.

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
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.
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

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

What I Know ---------------- 2-3

Lesson 1 ----------------
What’s In ---------------- 4
What’s New ---------------- 5
What is It ---------------- 6-9
What’s More ---------------- 10
What I Have Learned ---------------- 11
What I Can Do ---------------- 12
Assessment ---------------- 13-14
Additional Activities ---------------- 15
Answer Key ---------------- 16
References ---------------- 17
 This module was prepared to help you achieve the required competency
and the source of information for you to acquire knowledge and skills in
Selecting Electrical Measuring Tools and Instruments 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 one (1) Learning Outcome (LO) 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. Identify object or component to be measured;

2. Choose test instruments to be used for specific tasks;
3. Identify alternative measuring tools without sacrificing cost and quality of
work.
Directions: Read the statement carefully and identify what is being described or
defined.
Choose your answer from the box below and be able to write it in your activity
EIM notebook.

Ammeter Multi-tester Micrometer Resistance

Voltmeter Clamp-Ammeter Volt-Ohmmeter Wire Gauge
Pull-Push Rule Test light Measurement
Electrical measuring tools Ruler
Volt Ampere Metrology

__________ 1. It is an instrument used to measure the voltage, the resistance or

the current of a circuit. It is connected either through parallel or series with the
circuit depending on what to measure.
__________ 2. It is used to measure the diameter of wires/conductors in circular
mils. It can measure small and big sizes of wires and cables.
__________ 3. A measuring tool used to measure the length of an object in
centimeter and inches.
__________ 4. A pocket size tool used to test the line wire or circuit if there is
current in it.
__________ 5. A measuring tool used to measure length, width and thickness of
short flat object and in sketching straight lines.
__________ 6. It is the unit of measure in measuring the amount of electrical
current intensity in a circuit.
__________ 7. It is the process or the result of determining the ratio of a physical
quantity, such as a length, time, temperature, etc., to a unit of measurement,
such as the meter, second or degree Celsius.
__________ 8. It is called as the science of measurement.
__________ 9. It is used in determining the size of wires/conductors. The gauge
ranges from 0 to 60 AWG (American Wire Gauge).
__________ 10. These are used to measure currents, voltages, resistances,
wattages and other important elements in electrical works.
__________ 11. It is an instrument used to measure the amount of electrical
current intensity in a circuit.
__________ 12. It is also called tong-tester. It is used to measure current flowing
in a conductor. It is clamped or hanged in a conductor.
__________ 13. It is an instrument used to measure electrical pressure or
voltage of a circuit.
__________ 14. It is the unit of measure in measuring electrical pressure or
voltage of a circuit.
__________ 15. It is otherwise called as Multi-tester.

Now check your answers using the Answer Key. What is your score?
 Lesson
Perform Mensuration and Calculations
2

LEARNING OUTCOMES:
At the end of this lesson, you are expected to:
LO1 Identify object or component to be measured;
LO2 Choose test instruments to be used for specific tasks;
LO3 Identify alternative measuring tools without sacrificing cost and quality of
work.

Supply the missing word to complete the statement in receiving a shipment or

supplies and materials. Write your answers in your EIM activity notebook.

1. Is it _____________________?
2. Is it _____________________?
3. Is the piece count _________?
4. _________ is responsible for requesting inspection for damaged goods and
packaging
5. _________shipment if it isn't yours, if the shipment does not meet the terms
specified by your agency, or is damaged to the point where it no longer has a
value.

Now check your answers using the Answer Key. What is your score?
Measurement is the process or the result of determining the ratio of a physical
quantity, such as a length, time, temperature, etc., to a unit of measurement,
such as the meter, second or degree Celsius. The science of measurement is
called metrology.

The English word measurement originates from the Latin mēnsūra and the
verb metiri through the Middle French mesure.

In electrical installation/electrical works, measuring devices are very important.

These instruments help us to determine the value of electrical quantities. They
are used to measure currents, voltages, resistances, wattages and other
important elements in electrical works.

This lesson will discuss the function/use of each measuring tool or equipment
used in electrical wiring installations as well as how to connect/use them properly
to avoid damage of these tools and equipment.
 Common Electrical Measuring Tools and Instruments
1. Pull-Push Rule is a measuring tool used to measure the length of an
object in centimeter or inches.

2. A ruler, sometimes called a rule or line gauge, is a device used

in geometry and technical drawing, as well as the engineering and construction
industries, to measure short distances or draw straight lines.

3. Micrometer is used to measure the diameter of wires/conductors in circular

mills. It can measure small and big sizes of wires and cables.
4. Wire Gauge is used in determining the size of wires/conductors. The gauge
ranges from 0 to 60 AWG (American Wire Gauge).

5. Test Light is a pocket size tool used to test the line wire or circuit if there is an
electric current in it.

6. Ammeter is an instrument used to measure the amount of electrical current

intensity in a circuit. The unit of measure is ampere (a). It is connected along or
series to the circuit.
Proper way in using an Ammeter

L1

load

L2

NOTE: In using an ammeter, be sure that a load is present

7. Clamp Ammeter is also called tong-tester. It is used to measure electric
current flowing in a conductor. It is clamped or hanged in a conductor.

Proper way in using Clamp Ammeter

L1

load

L2
NOTE: In using a clamp ammeter or tong-tester, be sure that there’s load
present and clamp one wire at a time.

8. Voltmeter is an instrument used to measure electrical pressure or

voltage of a circuit. The unit of measure is volt (v). This is connected across or
parallel to the circuit.

Proper way in using a voltmeter

L1

load

L2
9. Volt-Ohm Milliammeter (VOM) otherwise called as Multi-tester; is used to
measure the voltage, resistance and current of a circuit. It is connected in
parallel or series with the circuit depending on what to measure.
Directions: Match the electrical measuring tools and instruments in Column A
to their corresponding uses in Column B. Write the letter of your answer in your
activity notebook.

COLUMN A COLUMN B

a. It is used to measure current flowing

1. in a conductor and it is clamped or
hanged in a conductor.

b. It is used to measure the diameter of

wires/conductors in circular mills.

2. c. It is used to measure the length of

an object in centimeter and inches.

d. an instrument used to measure

electrical pressure or voltage of a
circuit.

3. e. an instrument used to measure the

voltage, resistance and current of a
circuit.

f. an instrument to use to measure

electric current flowing into the circuit

4.

5.
Directions: Read and identify the name of each electrical measuring tools and
equipment Write your answer in your EIM activity notebook.

1. A ___________ is used to measure the voltage, resistance and current of

a circuit.
2. A __________ is a tool used to test the line wire or circuit if there is current in
it.
3. A __________ is an instrument used to measure electrical pressure or
voltage of a circuit.
4. A __________ is a device used in geometry and technical drawing, as well as
the engineering and construction industries, to measure distances or draw
straight lines.
5. A __________ is a measuring tool used to measure the length of an
object in centimeter and inches.

Now check your answers using the Answer Key. What is your score?
 Directions: Using a pull-push rule/ruler measure the length, width, and
thickness/height of the following objects. Copy the table in your EIM activity
notebook and write your answer in the corresponding boxes accordingly.
Object to be measured Measurement of length Measurement of Width
Inches Centimeter Inches Centimeter

1.

2.

3.
Directions: Read the statement carefully and choose one that best illustrates an
electrical measuring tool or instrument. Write the letter of your answer in your
EIM activity notebook.

1. A. device used in geometry, technical drawing, as well as the engineering and

construction industries, to measure distances or draw straight lines.
a. Micrometer c. Ammeter
b. Ruler d. Ohmmeter
2. An instrument used to measure the amount of electrical current intensity in a
circuit.
a. Ohmmeter c. Test Light
b. Ammeter d. Wire Gauge
3. It is used to measure current flowing in a conductor and it is clamp or hanged
in a conductor.
a. Voltmeter c. Test light
b. Clamp Ammeter d. Micrometer
4. The unit of measure used to measure the amount of electrical current intensity
in a circuit.
a. Volt c. Ohm
b. Ampere d. Watt
5. The unit of measure used to measure electrical pressure or voltage of a circuit.
a. Ohm c. Volt
b. Ampere d. Watt
6. It is used to measure the voltage, resistance and current of a circuit.
a. Volt-Ohmmeter c. Ammeter
b. Micrometer d. Ohmmeter
7. It is used in determining the size of wires/conductors.
a. Test light c. Ruler
b. Wire gauge d. Pull-Push Rule
8. A measuring tool used to measure the length of an object in centimeter and
inches.
a. Micrometer c. Pull-Push Rule
b. Test light d. Wire Gauge
9. A pocket size tool used to test the line wire or circuit if there is an electric
current in it.
a. Wire Gauge c. Test Light
b. Micrometer d. Ruler
10. It is an instrument used to measure electrical pressure or voltage of a circuit.
a. Voltmeter c. Ammeter
b. Micrometer d. Ohmmeter

Now check your answers using the Answer Key. What is your score?
Identification: Identify the name and its use of the following electrical measuring tools
and instruments. Write your answer in your EIM activity notebook.

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.
Assessment What I have learned What’s More
1. B 1. Multi-tester 1. e
2. Live tester 2. b
2. B 3. a
3. Voltmeter
3. B 4. Ruler 4. c
5. Pull-Push Rule 5. d
4. B
5. C
6. A
7. B
8. C
9. C
10. A
What’s In What I Know
1. for me 1. Multi-Tester 11. Ammeter
2. damaged 2. Micrometer 12. Clamp-Ammeter
3. correct 3. Pull-Push Rule 13. Voltmeter
4. Receiving person 4. Test Light 14. Volt
5. Refuse 5. Ruler 15. Volt-Ohmmeter
6. Ampere
7. Measurement
8. Metrology
9. Wire Gauge
10. Electrical measuring tools
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. 49-55

Department of Education; Most Essential Learning Competencies; p. 384

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