Welcome to the world of Electrical Installation and Maintenance!

This Module is an exploratory course which leads you to Electrical Installation and Maintenance National Certificate Level II ( NC II)1. It covers 5 common

competencies that a Grade 7 / Grade 8 Technology and Livelihood Education (TLE) student like you ought to possess, namely:

1) Prepare electrical supplies, materials, and tools;

2) Perform mensuration and calculations;

3) Interpret technical drawings and plans;

4) Maintain tools and equipment; and

5) Practice occupational health and safety

These 5 common competencies are covered separately in 5 Lessons. As shown below, each Lesson is directed to the attainment of one or two learning outcomes:

Lesson 1 – Prepare electrical supplies, materials, and tools

• LO1. Identify electrical supplies, materials, and tools needed in electrical/wiring installation

• LO 2. Request appropriate supplies, materials, and tools for a specific job

• LO 3. Receive and inspect electrical supplies, materials and tools

Lesson 2 – Perform Mensuration and Calculations

• LO 1. Select measuring tools and instruments

• LO 2. Carry out Measurements and Calculations

Lesson 3 – Interpret Technical Drawing and Plans

• LO1. Analyze signs, symbols and data

• LO2. Interpret technical drawings and plans

Lesson 4 – Maintain Tools and Equipment

• LO 1. Check condition of tools and equipment

• LO 2 Perform basic preventive maintenance

• LO 3 Store tools and equipment

Lesson 5 – Practice Occupational Health and Safety

• LO 1. Identify hazards and risks

• LO 2 Evaluate risks and hazards

• LO 3 Control hazards and risks

Your success in this exploratory course on Electrical Installation and Maintenance is shown in your ability to perform the performance standards found in each learning

outcome.