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Instrumentation: FIRST PERIOD

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When dealing with pressure measurements, there are several vital terms that are used. Which of the terms below would best be described an interaction that causes an affected object to This results in an alteration to the state of the object's momentum?
Use the answers below to correctly fill in the blanks. "Resistance of a conductor is________ to it's ______."
(310102c) Resistors are commonly rated in 3 distinct ways. Which of the answers below would best relate a "resistance" rating?
There are several different types of layout tools used in industry. Which of the tools below best represents the following picture?
A tank contains a liquid that has a R.D. = 1.15. The depth of the liquid is 6.7 meters. What is the pressure in kPa at the base of the tank?
In a simple circuit, if I= 2 A and R=3 ohms, what is the voltage drop over the resistor of the circuit?
If a closed tank is pressurized to 105.345 kPa and the pressure gauge at the bottom of the tank reads 198.456 kPa, what head (in feet) of a liquid with a R.D. of 0.11 is contained in the tan
Magnetism has several terms that must be understood. Which of the terms below would best be defined as a measurement of the total magnetic field which passes through a given area?
Convert ⅘ to a decimal.
The volume of a cube is calculated with which correct equation?
(310103d) Regulators deal with a consistent pressure reduction. Which category of regulator is pictured below?
(310102n) The Canadian Electrical code (CEC) encompasses all standards for electrical/instrumentation work. Which of the sections of that code below would relate best to the grounding of less that 50V circuits?
In a simple circuit, if I= 4 A and R=2 ohms, what is the voltage drop over the resistor of the circuit?
There are subgroups of fuel for fires need to burn. Which of those subgroups would sulfur belong to?
A control valve is to have a stem travel of 5.6 cm. The diaphragm in use has an area of 0.09m². What strength of spring must be used if the desired pressure change from from 40 kPa to 110 kPa will fully stroke the valve?
What is the smallest charged particle?
If heat is added to a metal, does it expand?
The relationship between the 4 temperature scales is very important to understand. Which of the answers below correctly corresponds to 0 K?
(310101c) There are many specialized applications for copper tube. Which of the copper tube type would be used in a refrigeration system?
(310103f) There are three main components in a simple signal transmission system. Which of the components below is best represented by the letter "A"?
"The range through which an input can be varied in reverse without initiating an observable response" is the best description of which term?
"A two ratios that are equal in an equation." is a description of which mathematical term?
1 psi is equal to _____ kPa
"A fraction that is less than one, with the numerator less than the denominator", is a description of which type of fraction?
Density is a key component for measurement. Which of the formulas below represent the proper equation to find the density of an object?
Convert 4 ⅞ to an improper fraction.
The time constant for a charging capacitor is a measurable quantity. Which of the answers below represents the correct formula to use for this calculation?
A pneumatic level transmitter, with an output range of 20-100 kPa, is being used to assess the fluid level in a cylinder though an input range of 0-12 meters. What is the transmitter output signal if the fluid level is at 8.65 meters?
What is the main purpose of valve positioners?
When taking measurements, there are several terms that are commonly used. Which of the terms below is best described as the degree to which the result of a measurement that conforms to the required standard.
Reduce and state answer as a proper or mixed fraction: ¹²⁄₄₈.
"This type of breathing apparatus is designed to allow a reserve of air for 5-10 minutes." The answer below that this statement best describes is which one?
There are several terms used when describing circuitry or equipment on hazardous locations. Which of the terms below would be best described as electrical/electronic circuitry that is incapable, under normal operating conditions, of causing ignition of a specified flammable gas-air, or vapor-air,mixture?
There are two types of designations in Alberta for trades. Which of the answers below is the one condition that separates them?
If, for every 30 C of charge, 60 J of energy is available, what is the voltage?
What is the area of a rectangles with sides measuring 15.5 cm, and 12.6 cm?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Calculate the gain when a change from 0.85 psig to 2.0 psig in nozzle backpressure and a change from 3 psig to 18 psig in the relay output occurs.
The ability of a material to concentrate magnetic lines of force within a material is called?
"A method of expressing numbers in terms of a number between 1 and 10 multiplied by a power of base 10" is a definition of what?
There are several different ways to apply force to an actuator. Which one of the methods below would a scotch yoke actuator use for operation?
If the total error is 1.3 and the dead band error is 0.7, what is the hysteresis value?
The point when increasing current will not increases magnetism in an electromagnet is call?
If a closed tank is pressurized to 111.345 kPa and the pressure gauge at the bottom of the tank reads 160.456 kPa, what head (in feet) of a liquid with a R.D. of 0.38 is contained in the tan
There are several types of measuring elements used in industry. Which of the answers below is best represented by the picture below?
There are several equations related to magnetism. Which of the terms below is represented by the equation "Ꙡᵣ=μₘ/μₒ"?
(310105i) In a common stress diagram, there are several points that are noted. Which of the points below would best be described as a change in shape of a material at low stress that is recoverable after the stress is removed?
A fire is burning in a pile of weathered, oily blankets. Which of the following extinguishers should you use to fight this fire?
There are many studies on how pressure and force affect fluids. "Fluid pressure is exerted in all directions." is one of the principles of which answer below?
The methods to mount an instrument are as varied as the instruments themselves. Which of the mounting methods below would a thread-o-let welded to the process line be considered?
There are several vital components to a differential pressure unit in a chart recorder. Which of the components below would be to used in squaring the drive arm and link as well as the range arm?
There are several properties to a circuit. Which of the terms below best defines the opposition to a change in current?
There are two different ways of identifying general purpose tube. If you see "4 mm-SS-1.452" printed on the outside of the tube, what would the
(310102n) The Canadian Electrical code (CEC) encompasses all standards for electrical/instrumentation work. Which of the sections of that code below would relate best to Class 2 power circuits that are considered low energy?
Absolute and relative temperature scales each have their [own names for Imperial and SI scales. Which of the answers below correctly identifies the SI relative temperature scale?
How is the term "Cv" calculated?
(310104b) There are several connection methods available for valve installation. Which of the connection methods below would be best suited to a valve that would require constant replacement?
In a simple circuit, if E=6 V and R=5 ohms, what is the current of the circuit?
(650101a) There are three main sections in the occupational health and safety legislation in Alberta. Which of the sections below best relates to the thorough, precise safety details for suppliers?
60% of 54 is what?
For every gas law there is a corresponding equation. Which of the gas laws below is represented by the equation "P₁V₁T₂=P₂V₂T₁"?
There are many different applications for copper tube. Which of those applications below would have the greatest internal operating pressure ratings?
There are several different ways to apply force to an actuator. Which one of the methods below would use a piston for operation?
In any intrinsically safe loop there are several main items that are vital to the loop. Which of the answers below contains those items?
"An angle of 90°" is a description of which mathematical term?
A pneumatic level transmitter, with an output range of 20-100 kPa, is being used to assess the fluid level in a cylinder though an input range of 0-14 meters. What is the fluid level if the transmitter signal is 35 kPa
"Is not designed for continuous occupancy, and has limited or restricted means for entry or exit." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
Which are the two major categories of pressure regulators?
To alter the pressure setting on a regulator what element would you adjust?
(310102c) Resistors have several construction methods. Which of the resistors below would make use of a nickle-chromium resistance wire?
When dealing with welding gases and fumes, it is a good practice to limit your exposure to them. The first option to reduce exposure to these fumes and gases is to weld in which of the following locations?
The standard unit of conductance is which of the below?
(310101c) There are many specialized applications for copper tube. Which of the copper tube colour code would be used in a medical gas system?
"Is the side next to the angle of significance." is a description of which right angle triangle mathematical term?
Oxygen is a vital component of the combustion process. Which of the answers below best describes the effects of combustion if an amount of gas and oxygen are equal in volume?
Each one of the installations of purge/pressurization has its own requirements for additional equipment. Which of the installations below would also require a low purge gas pressure audible alarm only?
(310103d) There are several essential components to a pressure regulator. Which of the components below would be used as both a measuring and loading element?
If, for every 20 C of charge, 80 J of energy is available, what is the voltage?
When servicing or troubleshooting a valve there are several terms that are used for specific actions. Which of terms below would be associated with the verification an individual isolation?
"Is the change in velocity divided by the elapsed time for the change to be completed." is the description of which mathematical term?
There are many different parts to a galvanically isolated barrier. Which of the components below limits the voltage in a short circuit condition?
If a closed tank is pressurized to 135.345 kPa and the pressure gauge at the bottom of the tank reads 172.456 kPa, what head (in feet) of a liquid with a R.D. of 0.14 is contained in the tan
"Control devices that use the fluid medium that they control to obtain their energy" is a description of what?
"Two angles that add to 180 degrees," is a description of which mathematical term?
If a closed tank is pressurized to 30 psig and the pressure gauge at the bottom of the tank reads 45 psig, what head (in meters) of a liquid with a R.D. of 0.45 is contained in the tank?
A column of water with a density of 43 lbs per cubic foot and a height of 65 inches, exerts what amount of pressure ?
Calculate 4/7 + 2/5, and state answer as a proper or mixed fraction
Calculate the gain when a change from 0.25 psig to 1.5 psig in nozzle backpressure and a change from 3 psig to 20 psig in the relay output occurs.
Solve for the hypotenuse.
(310101c) Copper tube is the most used type of tubing in industry. What type of copper tubing would a colour code of yellow represent?
Calculate the gain when a change from 0.5 psig to 1.35 psig in nozzle backpressure and a change from 3 psig to 12 psig in the relay output occurs.
(310101c) Copper tube is the most used type of tubing in industry. What type of colour code would a Type M tube type typically have?
The best description for "Zero adjustment" in relation to calibrating instruments is which of the following?
There are several terms used when describing circuitry or equipment on hazardous locations. Which of the terms below would be best described as equipment or circuits that are tested under fault situations?
There are several terms that are used specifically with flammable gases and liquids. Which of the terms below is best described as the minimum or maximum concentration levels of a flammable or combustible material for ignition?
There are several methods to routing and protecting cable, tubing, and insulated impulse lines. Which of the answers below would be best used to support an in-line instrument?
In industry, electrostatic hazards are very important to understand. Which of the terms below is best described as a swift discharge of electric current between two objects with different charges and different numbers of electrons?
"This workplace hazard consists of substances, mixtures and materials that can be classified according to their health risks and dangers." This statement best describes which of the following hazard groups?
Most electrical properties have an equation linked to them. In the equation L= (N²μA)÷ƪ, which of the answers below does the "μ" represent?
There are numerous designs of batteries. Which of the batteries below would be generally considered to be the most able to discharge loads at high rates for an extended period of time?