GOVERNOR MARIANO E.

VILLAFUERTE COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Potot, Libmanan, Camarines Sur

A Detailed Lesson Plan

in
Electrical Technology

I. STUDENT OUTCOMES
At the end of the 60 minutes of discussion at least 85% of the students will be able to;
1. identify the analog multitester;
2. develop the reading of an analog multitester and;
3. read the analog multitester.

II. SUBJECT MATTER

a) TOPIC: Multitester Reading (Analog).
b) REFERENCE: Handbook of electronics formulas, symbols and definitions,
Ramon, S. page 98-112.
c) MATERIALS: Card board, marker, laptop, projector, analog multitester, outlet,
batteries, wires, resistor, LED and capacitor.
d) VALUES INTEGRATION: Develop the reading of an analog multitester,
cooperation, and participation.
e) DURATION: 1 Hour.

III. PROCEDURE
Teacher’s Activity Students Activity

PRELIMINARY ACTIVITY

Good morning class!

Good morning, Ma’am!

Please all stand for the opening prayer. (Student's will pray).

Class before we start, please pick-up the pieces of papers (Students will pick up papers and arrange their seats
under your chair and arrange your seats properly. properly)

The class beadle will list the name of absentees that we

have today. Okay class?
Yes Ma’am!

Please put out your notebook for the checking of your

assignment.
Yes Ma’am!

What was our topic last meeting?

Our last topic last meeting was about the "Parts of
analog multitester”.
Thank you, Mr. Pamada. What is the multitester?
A multitester or multimeter is a device which can
be used to gather data about electrical circuits.
What is the multitester can measure?
A basic multitester can measure resistance, voltage,
and continuity, while more advanced versions may
be able to provide additional data.
Correct, what are the parts of an analog multitester and
their function?
 Needle/pointer, Ma’am. This is the needle-shaped
rod that moves over the scale of a meter
Good, What else?
Scale. This is how you read the value being
measured.
Excellent. How about Mr. Marcellana? Can you give me
parts of an analog multimeter and the function?
Range selector knob, ma’am. A range selector knob
allows you to adjust the settings of the multitester.

Very good, Mr. Marcellana. What else? Ms. Santos?

Dial/infinity knob. It allows you to adjust the
pointer to the zero position of the scale.
Very well said, how about the other?
Zero-ohm adjuster. It is used to adjust the pointer in
zero position at the right side of the meter panel
before measuring resistance.
That’s correct, what else?
The test probes. They are able to establish an
electrical connection between a multimeter and the
DUT without exposing electrical workers to live
conductive parts.
Brilliant, what are the two probes?
The two probes are red test and black test probe.
Red test probes connect to the positive terminal,
and black test probes connect to the negative
terminal.
Amazing. Thank you, Ms. Artana.

Before we proceed with our discussion, let's have a

quick activity.

A. ACTIVITY
Instruction: Observe the picture for 3 minutes. After that,
we will analyze the picture.

B. ANALYSIS

What do you observe in the picture?

I see a measuring cups.

What else?
Measuring spoon.

Very good.
Liquid Measuring Cup.

Correct.
Kitchen Scale

What we call these tools?

 The measuring tools for baking.
That’s correct, Ms. Condat.

Why do you think the measuring tools is important?

Measuring tools are crucial in baking because they
ensure precise ingredient quantities, enabling
consistent results and maintaining the delicate
balance of flavors, textures, and chemical reactions
essential for successful and delicious baked goods.
Very good, Ms. Laguerta.

What are the possible effects if we cannot measure the

ingredients correctly?
Inaccurate measurements can result in an
imbalanced flavor, texture issues (like dryness or
excessive moisture), or a dish that's too salty, sweet,
spicy, etc.
Exactly. Very good. Also, in the electrical technologies.
There is a tool that we need to use correctly and guide as
to get the good outcomes.

C. ABSTRACTION

What kind of tool is this?

Analog Multitester, Maam.
Correct. So, our topic is all about the Multitester
Reading (Analog).

Ms. Briones, what is analog multitester?

Analog multitester is a measuring instrument that
can measure multiple electrical properties.
Thank you, Ms. Briones. Analog multitesters usually
have different ranges for measuring voltage, current, and
resistance. Select the appropriate range for the parameter
you want to measure.

Why is the multitester is an essential electrical tool?

Multitester is an essential electrical tool for
troubleshooting various components, including
wires, power cords, batteries, and outlets, ensuring
proper functioning and power supply
Very good, reading an analog multitester involves
understanding the various components on the device and
interpreting the readings correctly.

Where the range selector pointed?

In the X1.
Yes, it needs to put it on the X1 to measure the
continuity. Why is the continuity test being important?

A continuity test is an important test in determining

 the damaged components or broken conductors in a
circuit. It can also help in determining if the
soldering is good, if the resistance is too high for
flow of current or if the electrical wire is broken
between two points.
Very good, Ms. Bernas. I will show you how to do
continuity testing. I have a wire here that I will test to
see if it is broken or not. When the pointer hits, it means
it is good.

(Teacher demonstrate the testing continuity)

Who can try this one? (Students will raised their hand)

Yes, Mr. Pamada (Student will perform)

It is broken or not?
No, ma’am.
Why did you say it wasn't broken?
Because the needle is hit.
That’s correct. Class, not all multitesters just draw the
needle; some make a sound or light up, depending on the
model of the multitester.

Where are the red arrows pointing?

DCMA range.
What do you think this range measured?
The current, ma’am.
What components or scenarios might you use the DCA
range for?
The DCA range in a multimeter enables various
applications, such as measuring current flow
through circuit components like resistor, capacitors,
LEDs, and transistors by connecting the multimeter
in series with the circuit.

Very good. I will show you a short video for measuring (Students are watching a short video)
current on a circuit.

Where the black probes connect?

They connect black probes to the negative terminal
of battery.
Perfect. How about the red probes?
The red probes connect to the positive terminal of
LED load.
Good, the piece of wire? Where is it connected?
The piece of wire is connected to negative terminal
of LED and to positive of power source.
Do you think the circuit is completed?
Yes, ma’am.
That’s right. The current is flowing.
So, we will see that scale. It is at about 25 milliampere
current.

What do you think is the value of every line?

The value of every line is 5 milliampere.
Exactly, it will be 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, ……. 50, 55, 60, 65
and so on. Always connect multitester in series of circuit
to measure current. You just measure the current if the
source is DC or direct current.

In this, what do you think he is doing?

Short the test probes of the multimeter.
Correct. He is calibrating analog multitester. Why do
you think we need to calibrate the analog tester?
To get an accurate reading.
Awesome, to calibrate the analog tester. We Select the
selector knob to multiplier x1 and short the test probes.
As you can see, the needle is not pointing to zero, we
must calibrate it to set to zero. Locate the zero-ohm
adjuster and rotate the knob until it point to zero.

Where are the red arrows pointing?

In the resistance range.
Correct. What components that resistance measures?
The resistors.
Very good. What else?
Capacitors and diodes,
Correct. And also, it can measure the transistors, circuit
connections, wires, switches, relays, and coils.

In reading the measurement of scale of resistance. In the

resistance, there is a difference value of the line.
0.2 Ω, ma’am.
In the 0 to 2 ohms there are 10 lines. Can you guess what
the value of the line is?
1.4 Ω, ma’am.
Very good. For example, if the needle is here, how do
you read it? 0.8 Ω, ma’am.

How about this?

Excellent. Since the values of this is 0.2 Ω, it will be a

0.2, 0.4, 0.6, 0.8 and 1, 1.2 and so on.
In 2 to 10 ohms. What do you think is the value of every
line?
0.5 ohms
Why do you say so?
From 2 to 10, it will be a 2, 2.5, 3, 3.5, 4, 4.5 and 5
and so on.
Exactly right. Mr. Abanto, if the needle is here, what is
the reading?
It is 7.5Ω, ma’am.
Good. How about this?
9 Ω, ma’am.
Brilliant.

Next, 10 to 20 ohms. What do you think is the value of

every line of 10 to 20 ohms?
1 ohm, ma’am.
Very good. There is a highlight line in the middle of 10
to 20. It will be 15 ohms. For example, if the pointer or
needle is here, what is the reading?
12 ohms, ma’am.
Great. How about this?
17 ohms, ma’am.
Perfect.

In the 20 to 50, How many lines do we have?

There are 15 lines.

Very good. Ms., Almoneda, guess the value of this one.

2 ohms, ma’am.
That’s correct. It will be 20, 22, 24, 26, 28, 30 and so on.
Mr. Castro, if the needle is here, how can you read it?
38 ohms, ma’am.
Very good. How about this one?
46 ohms, ma’am.
Good.

How many lines from 50 to 100?

There are 10 lines.
Correct. What is the value of every line?
 5 ohms, ma’am.
Great. When we read every line, it is 50, 55, 60, 65, and
so on. For example, if the needle stops here, how can
you read it?
90 ohms. Ma’am.
Mr. Marcellana, how can you read this one?
100 ohms, ma’am.
Good, Mr. Marcellana.

Next, 100 to 200 ohms. What do you think is the value

of every line?
I think ma’am it is 20 ohms.
Why?
Because 100, 120, 140, 180 and 200 ohms.
Very good, Mr. Abanto. For example, if the pointer is
here, how could you read it?
140 ohms, ma’am.
Thank you, how about this?
120 ohms, ma’am.
Excellent.

There we have 200, 250, 300, 400,500, 1k, 2k and

infinity.

What do you think is the symbol of this “∞”?

Infinity.
Very good. What does the infinity mean?
It is commonly used when the measurement
exceeds the maximum indicated value of the tester.
Class, every time you measure the resistance, you need
to calibrate the tester if you change the selector; for
example, if you set the range selector from X10 to X100,
you need to calibrate it and adjust the zero ohms.

Always remember, if the setting is X10, X100, X1k, or

X1Ok, we need to multiply it. For example, if the needle
is here at 5 ohms and the range selector is set to X10,
you will need to multiply it, like 5 multiplied by 10,
which is equal to 50 ohms.

Another example, the pointer is here (50 ohms) and the

selector range is set to X100, what is the reading?
5,000 ohms, ma’am.
Great. How about this, if the pointer is here (120 ohms)
and the selector range is set to x10.
120 multiplied by 10 is equal to 1,200 ohms,
ma’am.
Excellent, class.
Where are the red arrows pointing?
Direct Current Voltage.
Very good. What we are measuring if the range selector
is here?
The voltage, ma’am.
Awesome. To measure voltage, we need to set the range
selector to DCV or ACV range. If you measuring
voltage, choose the voltage range that is higher than the
expected value.

As you can see, we have here the scale of multitester.

The numbers 10, 50 and 250.

What do you think is the value of line when measuring

voltage if the range selector is set to 10v?
0.2v, ma’am.
Very good. If the range selector is set to 10v it will be
0.2, 0.4, 0.6, 0.8, 1, 1.2, 1.4 and so on.

For example. I have here a battery that have a 3.8v. what

range selector set?
To the 10v.
That’s right, because we need to choose the voltage
range that is higher than the expected value.

So, since the battery have a polarity which is the

negative and positive. When we test it, the red probes are
connected positive and black probes is to negative.

In the scale, the needle is here, how can you read it?
3.6 v, ma’am.
Excellent. How about the selector range is set to 50v,
what will be the value of every line? In the scale, 50v is
in the middle.
1 volt.
Very good. How can you read this? If the pointer needle
is here and your range selector is set to 50 volts.
45volts, ma’am.

Correct. Next, if the range selector switch is set to 250

volts, what is the value of the line?
5volts ma’am.
That’s right. How about the value in 1000 range?
20 volts.
Very good. How about the battery of 1.5 volts? Where in
the scale will you read?
In the 0, 50, 100, 150, 200 and 150, ma’am.
Great. We need to assume that the 50 is 0.5, 100 is 1v,
150 is 1.5, 200 is 2v and the 250 is 2.5v. So, the value of
every line is 1v. For example, if the needle is here? What
will be the reading?
1.1 v, ma’am.
Very good.

In alternating current voltage is same value of in dcv.

For example, we have an outlet. The standard voltage
level for residential use in the Philippines is 230V
according to the PEC. Were the selector range set?
In the 250 volts of ACV.

Excellent. What is the reading voltage of this outlet?

235 volts,
Very good. That’s it. Thank you for listening.

Do you have any questions and clarifications?

No, ma’am.

D. APPLICATION

Let’s have first an activity entitled "LET’S TEST".

 Let’s divide the class into two groups.

 Each group should select a presenter.
 Each group will measure the provided
components using an analog multimeter,
write down the measurements of the
components, and check if they are still (The students are listening)
good or not.
 After 5 minutes, each group will present
it in front of the class.
 Each group will be graded based on the
rubrics below.

IV. GENERALIZATION

Have you enjoyed your activity?

Yes, ma’am.
What is the importance of learning and read of analog
multitester in your electrical major?
Multitester is an essential tool for troubleshooting a
wide range of electrical components.
Very good. What have you learned from our discussion?
I learned to measure the voltage. To measure the
voltage, we need to set the range to DC or AC
voltage. And also, choose the voltage range that is
higher than the expected value.
What else?
I learned to read the measurement of current and
resistance. The value of every line is 5 milliampere.
Good, what about Mr. Ricarte?
In the resistance, there are difference value of line.
In 0 to 2 have a 0.2 ohm, in the 2 to 10 is 0.5 ohm,
in the 10 to 20 have a 1 ohm, 20 to 50 have 2 ohms,
50 to 100 have 5 ohms, in the 100 to 200 have 20
ohms. If the range is X1. If the range is X10 we
need to multiply it the X10.
Very good, Ms. Cruz, how about you?
I learned ma’am to calibrate the multitester. To
calibrate the multitester, we need to set the range to
X1 and put together the red and black probe. After
that, we need to rotate the zero adjuster to the zero
 to ensures accurate readings.
Very good. Ms. Bernas, what you have learned?
I learned ma’am is to test the continuity. We need
to set the range to X1 and if the pointer or needle
hit it means the components or wire are still good or
not broken.
That’s correct! Thank you.
Any questions about our topic today class?
No, ma’am.
So, I think you are now ready. Please get your quiz
notebook and let’s have a short quiz.

V. EVALUATION
Identification. Fill in the blank.
1.________________ It is usually having different ranges for measuring voltage, current,
and resistance.

2.________________It is typically the positive or "hot" lead,

3.________________It is the negative or "common" lead.

4.________________To measure voltage, we need to set the range selector to _____.

5.________________to test in determining the damaged components or broken conductors

in a circuit.

Enumeration. Answer the following questions.

6-8. Analog multitesters ranges.
9-10. Two probes.

VI. ASSIGNMENT
Direction: 1. List the kinds and importance of batteries.
2. What is the function of digital multitester?

Prepared by:

BEA SHANE D. SANTIAGO

BTVTED 4A-ELECTRICAL

Submitted to:

ENGR. JAY MELGAR PRADO

Instructor