Republic of the Philippines

POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY OF THE

PHILIPPINES
Institute of Technology

LABORATORY 2

Series and Parallel AC Circuit

What is a Series Circuit?
A circuit is said to be connected in series when the same current flows through
all the components in the circuit. In such circuits, the current has only one path.
Let us consider household decorative string lights as an example of a series
circuit. This is nothing but a series of multiple tiny bulbs connected in series. If
one bulb fuses, all the bulbs in the series do not light up.

What is a Parallel Circuit?

A circuit is said to be parallel when the electric current has multiple paths to
flow through. The components that are a part of the parallel circuits will have a
constant voltage across all ends.

Purpose:
1. To observe and compare a series circuit and a parallel.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
2. Safety procedures are followed.
3. Correct procedures for series and parallel
connections.
4. On-going checks of quality of work are undertaken in
accordance with instructions and requirements

CONDITION:
 Tools/Equipment
1. Safety Goggles
2. Safety Gloves
3. Combination Pliers
4. Long Nose Pliers
5. Side Cutting Pliers
6. Blade Cutter
7. Wire Stripper
8. Multi-meter Tester

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Materials Size Quantity Image

Stranded Conductor 2 meters (Red)

(THHN) 2.0mm 2
2meters (Black)

Fit
Receptacle To 3 (pcs)
Bulb
Light Bulb Fit
(9watts, 4000K) To 3 (pcs)
Receptacle

Light Switch Refer

(Omni Brand) To 1 (pc)
Image

Electrical Male Plug Refer

(Omni Brand) To
Image 1 (pc)

Electrical Tape Refer

(Armak Brand) To 1 (pc)
Image

Prepared by:

Engr. Jomar J. Dacles, RME, REE, SO2

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Institute of Technology
Procedures:

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