SEMI-DETAILED LESSON PLAN
School Grade Level 9
Teacher Learning Area EIM Laboratory
Teaching Date & Quarter 2
Time
I. OBJECTIVES
At the end of the lesson, the students will be able to:
1. identify the parts of a fluorescent lamp.
2. sketch the wiring connection of fluorescent lamp; and
3. explain the importance of using fluorescent lamp in electrical wirings.
II. SUBJECT MATTER
Topic: Fluorescent lighting fixture
Time Frame: 50 minutes
Materials: Visual Aids
Reference: EIM Learners Material: Module 1, page 89
Values Integration: Collaboration, Rationality
Strategies 4 A’s demonstration and performance task
III. PRESENTATION OF THE LESSON
A. Preliminaries
1. Prayer
Let us all stand up for a prayer.
2. Greetings
Good Afternoon Class!
3. Checking of Attendance
Class secretary, kindly check the attendance for today.
B. Review
In the past lesson, we had discussed incandescent lamps and performed one lamp
controlled by one switch, electricians gain a solid grasp of electrical systems by learning
basic wiring. This understanding is required for critical thinking, which allows people to
diagnose and fix problems, improve safety, and make informed judgments in complex
electrical settings.
C. Activity/Motivation
Before we proceed in our lesson, I want you to observe the given picture:
1. What have you observed from the picture?
2. How does a fluorescent lamp work?
3. Why do we use fluorescent lamp instead of incandescent light bulbs?
D. Lesson Proper
1. Analysis
Do you enjoyed our activity?
It is good to know that you enjoyed our activity, now do you know about fluorescent lamps?
If you don’t, well don’t worry as we will discuss about it. Our lesson for today is all about
fluorescent lamps.
This lesson has (3) Objectives. At the end of the lesson you will be able to:
identify the parts of a fluorescent lamp.
sketch the wiring connection of fluorescent lamp; and
explain the importance of using fluorescent lamp in electrical wirings.
2. Abstraction
Types of electric discharge fluorescent lamps
1. Pre-heat starting, hot-cathode –requires starter (glow switch) and is pre-heated during
starting. It uses a ballast to produce high voltage to start the lamp into operation and to limit
the flow of current.
2. Cold Cathode- are a type of fluorescent lamp that uses a cold cathode to initiate the
discharge of electrons in a gas, typically mercury vapor. The electrons, when accelerated,
collide with the mercury atoms, causing them to emit ultraviolet (UV) light. This UV light
then interacts with a phosphor coating on the inside of the lamp to produce visible light.
3. Instant-starting, hot-cathode - Instant-starting, hot-cathode–The lamp cathode in the
instant-start is not pre-heated. Sufficient voltage is applied across the cathodes to create an
instantaneous arc. As in preheat circuit; the cathodes are heated during lamp operation by the
arc.
4. Hot-cathode, rapid-start - These are similar in construction to the preheat lamps; the
basic difference is in the circuitry. This circuit eliminates the delay inherent in preheat
circuits by keeping the lamp cathodes constantly energized (preheated). When the lamp
circuit is energized, the arc is struck immediately.
Operation of Pre-heat Type Fluorescent Lamp
Preheat Operation Lamp electrodes are heated prior to initiating the discharge. A
'starter switch' closes, permitting a current to flow through each electrode. The starter
switch rapidly cools down, opening the switch, and triggering the supply voltage
across the arc tube, initiating the discharge.
Classifications of Fluorescent Lamp
1. Regular fluorescent lamp – Circular type fluorescent lamp, Open type fluorescent lamp,
Box type fluorescent lamp
2. Compact type fluorescent lamp – There are different types of compact fluorescent lamps
Parts of a Fluorescent Lamp
1. Fluorescent tube - The tube light is the part of the lamp that contains mercury vapor and
produces bright white light. It is sealed at both ends and contains an electrode at each end.
2. Ballast – is an induction coil which produces high voltage to start the lamp in to operation.
It also limits the flow of current during the operation of the lamp. Ballast consumes power,
which is between 10-20% of power consumed by the lamp itself.
3. Starter – is a glow switch that opens and closes the circuit so as to produce a high voltage
or inductive kick across the bulb at the filament during the starting period.
4. Lamp holder and starter socket – are the point of connection of the fluorescent starter
5. Frame – is the metal housing of the whole fixture.
Parts of Fluorescent Lamp Starter
Current moves in utilizing the rare gas as conducting means and the rare gas produces
a glow. The glow generates heat and causes the bimetallic blade to expand. When the
bimetallic blade is heated, it changes shape and touches the fixed contact. The close
contacts of the two starter contacts produce an easy path for the currrent flow
Parts and Function of the ballast
In common with all gaseous discharge lamps, the fluorescent must beprovided with
some device for limitinh the current the current drawn by the discharge. Without a limiting
device, the current would rise to a value that would destroy the lamp. A device auxiliary
called ballast can best meet this requirement.
The ballast serves three important functions
1. It preheats the electrodes to make available a large supply of the electron.
2. It provides it provides a surge of relatively large potential to start the arc between the
electrodes.
3. It prevents the arc current to increase beyond the limit set for each size and lamp.
The Life Span of Fluorescent Lamp
The life of fluorescent lamp is affected not only by the fluctation of voltage and
current but also by the number of times it is started. Electron emission material is
sputtered off from the electrodes continuously during the operation of the lamp and in
larger quantities each time the lamp starts.
Many fluorescent lamps have a rated average life span up to 30,000 continuous
burning hours but with an average of 3 hours burning per start, it could only last for
12,000 hours.
3. Application
Please get ¼ sheet of paper for our quiz. Answer only and strictly no erasures
1. It is the part of the lamp that contains mercury vapor and produces bright white light. It is
sealed at both ends and contains an electrode at each end.
A. Fluorescent tube C. Starter
B. Ballast D. Glow switch
2. It is a glow switch that opens and closes the circuit so as to produce a high voltage or
inductive kick across the bulb at the filament during the starting period.
A. Fluorescent tube C. Starter
B. Ballast D. Glow switch
3. It is an induction coil which produces high voltage to start the lamp in to operation. It also
limits the flow of current during the operation of the lamp.
A. Fluorescent tube C. Starter
B. Ballast D. Glow switch
4. What type of electric discharge fluorescent lamp requires starter (glow switch) and is pre-
heated during starting. It uses a ballast to produce high voltage to start the lamp into
operation and to limit the flow of current.
A. Hot-cathode, rapid-start C. Instant-starting, hot-cathode
B. Cold Cathode D. Pre-heat starting, hot-cathode
5. If a fluorescent lamp has an average of 3 hours burning per start, how long it would last?
A. 10, 000 hrs C. 14, 000 hrs
B. 12, 000 hrs D. 16. 000 hrs
E. Generalization
As an Electrical Installation and Maintenance (EIM) student, acquiring a solid
comprehension of the fundamental principles governing fluorescent lamps is paramount.
Given your future role as an electrician involved in building wiring, a comprehensive
understanding of fluorescent lighting is crucial. Fluorescent lamps are integral components of
modern lighting systems, renowned for their energy efficiency and longevity. Proficiency in
the key concepts, such as the gas discharge process, the role of electrodes, the significance of
mercury vapor, and the functions of ballasts, will empower you to adeptly install and
maintain fluorescent lighting fixtures within building structures. This foundational knowledge
not only ensures the efficient functioning of lighting systems but also positions you to
navigate the diverse applications of fluorescent technology in the broader field of electrical
work.
F. Assignment
For your assignment, bring a defective fluorescent lamp if there is any avauilable.
G. Dismissal
That’s all for today thank you for your cooperation. Good bye and see you tomorrow.
