Page 1 of 7

Exercise No. 4
Document Practical Exercise # 1.4

Course Basic Electricity

Title Construct and Wiring of Basic Lighting Circuit

Allocated Time for Briefing 30 Minutes

Allocated Time for Exercise Execution 120 Minutes

Duration
Allocated Time for Debriefing 30 Minutes

Total Time Allocated 3 hours

STCW Competence Operate Electrical, Electronic and Control Systems

Basic configuration and operation of the following electrical, electronic and control
Knowledge, equipment
Understanding and .2 Electronic Equipment
Proficiency .2a Characteristics of basic
Electronic circuit element

Course Outcome CO6. Draw a simple electrical circuit diagram, construct, and test as per specification

Construct a simple lighting circuit consisting of bulbs, circuit breaker, switch, and power
Learning
supply and calculate the power consumption of the lighting circuit and identify the current
Outcomes
rating of the circuit breaker to be used.
In the electrical laboratory room and electronic control module the student must be able to:
-Construct a basic lighting circuit and calculate parameters such as power
Task consumption of the lighting circuit and identify the current rating of the
circuit

1. Completed lecture component

Pre-Requisite 2. Completed instructor led “Basic Lighting Fixture and Circuit” demonstration
3. Student access to equipment manuals

Venue / Equipment Electrical/Electronic Laboratory Room

Training
Equipment Power Electronic Module and Motor Control Module
Particulars 1 Module is to 4 students
The assessor must:
1. Verify Students’ Attendance.
2. Distribute Exercise worksheets.
3. Explain the Policies and House Rules
Assessor’s 4. Explain the relevance of the scenario to the outcome being tackled.
5. Explain the bearing of the exercise to ship board conditions.
Briefing 6. State the outcome of the exercise.
7. Explain the Performance Standards and Criteria.
8. State critical performance requirements.
9. Ask comments and verification from students.
10. State the monitoring procedures of the exercise
The instructor shall:
1. Instruct the students to proceed their designated stations
2. Remind the students of the duration of the exercise.
Assessor's action 3. Remind the students that they have to discuss with in the group the required criteria.
4. Start the exercise
5. Remind the student at least 5 minutes before the end of the exercise.
6. Instruct the students to proceed to the debriefing room.

UCLM CONTROLLED DOCUMENT

 Page 2 of 7

The students shall:

1. Proceed to your designated stations given by the Instructor
Students’ 2. Be reminded of the time allotted for the exercise.
recommended 3. Start the exercise once the instructor has given the instructions.
action 4. Comply with the required performance standards and criteria.
5. Be reminded of the allotted time given by the instructor
6. Once the exercise has been stopped await further instruction from the instructor.
The assessor shall:
1. State the purpose of debriefing
Assessor’s 2. Use the performance standard and criteria to check each individual’s compliance
Debriefing 3. Ask if there are any objections or appeals regarding the performance standards and
criteria.

Safely perform the practical activity, following procedures as stated in the manufacturer’s
Students Action
manual and meeting the requirements as stated in the task
STCW A-III/1 F2.C1 Column 4
1. Operations are planned and carried out in accordance with the operating manuals,
Performance established rules and procedures to ensure safety of operations
Criteria 2. Electrical, electronic and control systems can be understood and explained with
drawings and instructions
(See attributes below)

UCLM CONTROLLED DOCUMENT


Attribute Performance Criteria
Safety Wear the appropriate PPE
(Personal Protective
Equipment)
Read the safety operating
manuals regarding the
specifications of the power control
module.
Isolate the electrical power supply
Procedure
Prepare the electrical components
Prepare and calibrate the test
equipment
Construct the Basic Lighting A.C
Circuit in Series Connection
Page 3 of 7
Method of
Performance Standard Complied Not Complied
Grading
Wears the correct set of Personal
Protective Equipment:
- Insulated Gloves
Compliance
- Eye protection
- Cover All
- Safety Shoes
Read the manufacturer’s safety manual
and operating information on Motor
Compliance
Control Module and Power Electronic
Module.
Read the danger cautions, know the type
and magnitude of energy that the
Compliance
machine or equipment utilizes, and
understand the hazards.
Ensure Power Circuit Breakers are
Compliance
Switched OFF
Prepare the electrical components for A.C
Lighting Circuit Construction:
- Motor Control Module Compliance
- 220V A.C. Power Source
- 3 Light Bulb (3000 Watts)
- Wire Connectors
Prepare the Multi-Tester Equipment Compliance
Conduct a Continuity Test on the
following components using multi-tester:
1. Wire Connectors Compliance
2. Light Bulbs
Use the correct values of electrical
components in accordance with technical Compliance
specifications
Construct the Basic Lighting Circuit and
Wiring in Series Connection based on the Compliance
diagram
UCLM CONTROLLED DOCUMENT
 Page 4 of 7

Turn-On the 220V AC Circuit Breaker Compliance

Observe the lamp brightness and

Compliance
record/compare the results

Measure the voltage on circuit breaker

Compliance
(T2 and T4)

Measure the voltage drop on each light

Compliance
bulb
Construct the Basic Lighting A.C
Circuit in Parallel Connection Ensure the Circuit Breaker is OFF Compliance

Construct the Basic Lighting Circuit and

Wiring in Parallel Connection based on Compliance
the diagram

Turn-On the 220V AC Circuit Breaker Compliance

Observe the lamp brightness and

Compliance
record/compare the results

Measure the voltage on circuit breaker

Compliance
(T2 and T4)

Measure the voltage drop on each light

Compliance
bulb
Result Record the Result Fill up the data stated and required in
Table 1.1 in accordance with Compliance
specifications of the constructed circuit

UCLM CONTROLLED DOCUMENT

AC Lighting Series Circuits

Wiring
Diagram

Fig.
1.1.1 AC
Series
Lighting
Wiring
Diagram

AC Lighting
Parallel
Circuits

UCLM CONTROLLED DOCUMENT

 Fig. 1.2.1 AC Parallel Lighting Wiring Diagram

Table 1.1

Voltage Resistance Amperes Continuity Illumination

(V) (Ohm) (Dull/Bright/
Very Bright)

AC Series Lighting Circuit

Light Bulb No. 1

Light Bulb No. 2

Light Bulb No. 3

AC Parallel Lighting Circuit

Light Bulb No. 1

Light Bulb No. 2

Light Bulb No. 3

Failure State: The examinee will be rated “FAILED” when any of the following is committed.

UCLM CONTROLLED DOCUMENT

1. The student was NOT ABLE to fulfill and comply all the assessment criteria.

Conducted by: Acknowledged by:

_________________________________ ________________________________
Signature over Printed Name of Instructor Signature over Printed Name of Student
Date: _________________ Date: _______________

UCLM CONTROLLED DOCUMENT