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GRADE 12

ELETRICAL INSTALLATION
AND MAITENANCE NCII

Module 2

Unit of PERFORM ROUGHING-IN ACTIVITIES FOR

Competency : COMMUNICATION AND DISTRIBUTION
SYSTEM USING ELECTRICAL METALLIC
CONDUIT
LEARNING Layout and install flexible metallic tubing
OUTCOME.: 3
 HOW TO USE THIS MODULE

Welcome to the Module “Perform roughing-in activities, wiring and cabling

works for single-phase distribution, power, lighting and auxiliary systems”. This
module contains training materials and activities for you to complete.

The unit of competency “Perform roughing-in activities, wiring and cabling works
for single-phase distribution, power, lighting and auxiliary systems” contains the
knowledge, skills and attitudes required for Electrical Installation and Maintenance
NCII course required to obtain the National Certificate (NC) level II.

You are required to go through a series of learning activities in order to complete

each of the learning outcomes of the module. In each learning outcome there are
Information Sheets, Operation Sheets and Activity Sheets. Do these activities on your own
and answer the Self-Check at the end of each learning activity.

If you have questions, do not hesitate to ask your teacher for assistance.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

You may already have some basic knowledge and skills covered in this module. If
you can demonstrate competence to your teacher in a particular skill, talk to your
teacher so you do not have to undergo the same training again. If you have a
qualification or Certificate of Competency from previous trainings, show it to him/her.
If the skills you acquired are consistent with and relevant to this module, they become
part of the evidence. You can present these for RPL. If you are not sure about your
competence/skills, discuss this with your teacher.

After completing this module, ask your teacher to assess your competence. Result of
your assessment will be recorded in your competency profile. All the learning activities
are designed for you to complete at your own pace.

In this module, you will find the activities for you to complete and relevant
information sheets for each learning outcome. Each learning outcome may have more
than one learning activity.

This module is prepared to help you achieve the required competency, in receiving
and relaying information. This will be the source of information that will enable you to
acquire the knowledge and skills in Electrical Installation and Maintenance NC level II
independently at your own pace with minimum supervision from your teacher.

Program/Course: ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION AND

 MAINTENANCE NC II
Unit of Competency: PERFORM ROUGHING-IN ACTIVITIES FOR
COMMUNICATION AND DISTRIBUTION
SYSTEM USING METALLIC CONDUIT
Module Title: Performing Roughing-in Activities for
Communication and Distribution System
Using Metallic Conduit

Learning Outcome 3: Layout and install flexible metallic tubing

Introduction:

This lesson covers the knowledge and skills of lay outing and installing
flexible metallic conduit and it contains on the information of the number of
conductors in trade size conduit.

Assessment Criteria

1. PEC provisions in installing FMC are strictly followed.

2. Tools and equipment needed for the installation are prepared in line with job
requirements.

3. Flexible metallic conduit is installed in line with the job requirements

4. Personal safety in installing FMC is observed.

5. Workplace is cleaned and made safe upon completion of work according to

established standard.

6. Final report is prepared upon completion of job.

References:
1. Azares, Efren F. and Recana, Cirilo B. Practical Electricity III; Adriana Publishing:
1999.
2. Agpaoa, Feleciano. Interior and Exterior Wiring Troubleshooting;
National Bookstore: 1991.
3. Richter, Herbert P. and Schwan, Creighton W. Practical Electrical Wiring: 16 th
Edition.
4. Fajardo, Max P. and Fajardo, Leo B. Electrical Layout and Estimates.
5. Balana, Ulysses B. Electricity III: BEC Based.

TECHNICAL TERMS
Ground is an earth or some conducting body that serve in placed of the
earth ground.

Bending an effective connection of metallic parts to form a conducive

parts.

Cable An assembly of two o more conductors.

Cable tray a cable support assembly.

Fittings is any associated materials for connecting end of stock securely.

Rigid refers to firmness, permanent and hard.

PEC refers to Philippine Electrical Code.

PPE refers to Personal protective equipment.

Corrosive vapor is any harmful, poisonous substance.

Wire way is a unit of assembly use for protecting electric wires and cables.
LEARNING EXPERIENCES/ACTIVITIES

Learning Outcome 3: Layout and install flexible metallic tubing (FMT)

Learning Activities Special Instructions

1. Read Information Sheet  Answer self check 3.1
PEC of installing Flexible
metal conduit
2. Do the Self-Check  Do not write anything on the
module.

 Prepare an extra sheet of paper

for your answer sheet on the
Self-Check and other practice
materials / sheets (e.g.
Operation Sheets, Activity
Sheets and Job Sheets).
INFORMATION SHEET 3.1

Install Flexible Metallic Tubing (FMT)

INTRODUCTION

Flexible metallic conduit is a kind of wiring installation which is commonly used for
external motor terminal connection. It is being manufactured in rolled in the form of
coil.

FIGURE 3.1 FLEXIBLE METALLIC TUBING

This type of wiring method should not be allowed under the following conditions:

 in wet location
 in hoist way
 in storage battery room
 in hazardous location
 when exposed to oil, gasoline or materials which affects rubber

A flexible conduit consists of flexible steel tube which is made from convex to
concave metal strip in a spiral winding with length from 50 to 200 feet.

Flexible metallic conduit should be supported with a distance of 136cm or closer.

Every turn should be done carefully to avoid deformity. Straps or clamp can be used to
secure the conduit.

Flexible metallic conduit (FMT) is used in a connection where the load being
supplied no definite place where flexibility is desired. Some common equipment are the
portable motor, drill press lathe machine and the like.

The minimum size of this type of conduit ranges from ½ to 1 ½ inches electrical
trade size.

Maximum number of conductors in a trade size conduit

Trade size of conduit Size in AWG No. of Conductors

3/8 16 8
1/2 12 8
3/4 8 10
1 6 12
1½ 2 12
Flexible metallic conduit fittings

FMT Connector Clamps/Straps Adapter/Locknut

Electrical boxes- boxes such as utility, square and octagonal are used for the
installation of electrical wiring fixtures like switches, receptacles and for making
electrical termination.

Square box Octagonal box with fitting Octagonal box

 SELF-CHECK 3.1

A. Direction: On your answer sheet, write the word or words being referred to by the
statement of your answer.
1. It is the support used to hold the flexible metallic conduit.

2. It is the minimum length of conduit in a single roll.

3. It is the maximum number of conductors for a trade size no.

12 AWG. in a ½ diameter size conduit.

4. FMT means .

5. It is the fitting used for joining flexible to metal conduit.

6. These are the locations where metallic conduits are not

allowed to use.

B. Direction: Name the following Flexible Metallic Conduit materials.

7. 9.

8. 10.
OPERATION SHEET 3.1

CUT FLEXIBLE METALLIC CONDUIT

Supplies and Materials

 pencil
 chalk
 rag
 FMT

Tools and Equipment

 bench vise
 hack saw
 personal protective equipment
- gloves
- goggles
- hardhat

Procedure

1. Prepare the necessary tools, materials, equipment and PPE in performing the
activity.
2. Wear the appropriate PPE.

3. Measure and mark the location of cut.

4. Cut the flexible metallic conduit only on the single armor. Be careful not to cut
conductors inside the FMT.
5. Twist off the armor then pull one end of the flexible conduit.
6. Remove the sharp end of the newly cut conduit using the file or reamer.
7. Have your teacher check your work.
JOB SHEET 3.1

INSTALL FLEIBLE METAL CONDUIT (FMT)

Supplies and Materials

 serving cap
 panel box
 utility box
 octagonal box
 panel box
 flush receptacle
 incandescent bulb
 connector (fmt)
 metal strap
 wiring plan

Tools and Equipment

 wiring booth
 metric rule
 try square
 bench vise
 hack saw / pipe cutter
 level
 plumb bob
 chalk line
 screw driver
 hammer
 personal protective equipment
- gloves
- goggles
- hardhat
- tight clothes
Plan / Working Drawing

1 1

CB

Procedure
1. Prepare the necessary tools, materials and equipment.
2. Read/interpret the working drawing.
3. Wear appropriate PPE.
4. Remove knockout on metallic boxes where conduit will enter boxes.
5. Layout and measure the position of all electrical boxes based on the given working
drawing.
6. Install boxes.
7. Cut conduit to desired length.
8. Ream conduit ends.
9. Install the FMT by following the given work drawing.
10. Secure conduit to boxes using connector and locknuts
11. Check the horizontality and verticality of the mounted boxes.
12. Perform good housekeeping.
13. Have your teacher check your work.
Assessment Criteria

The activity will be evaluated based on the following:

MEASUREMENT
All dimensions will be in mm center to center with a tolerance of + -
20 pts.
3mm. (in excess of 2mm from the prescribed tolerance = 0 point)
WORKMANSHIP 15 pts.
Includes bending, cutting, supporting and installing electrical
metallic tubing.
 Bending 10 pts
 Cutting 10 pts.
 Supporting 15 pts.
 Horizontality and verticality 10 pts.
SPEED 10 pts.
SAFETY 10 pts.
Use appropriate PPE
PROPER USE OF TOOLS AND CORRESPONDING SAFETY 10 pts.
TOTAL 100pts