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Instrumentation: FIRST PERIOD

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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 transmitter output signal if the fluid level is at 8.65 meters?
The prefix "Kilo" can be expressed as?
(310104a) The valve body contains some of the vital components in a valve. Which of the components below would be responsible for a valves flow characteristic?
Isolate for "v" in the following equation: d=vt
"5 x 7=7 x 5" is an example of which mathematical law?
There are 5 separate classifications in the WHIMIS system. Which of those classifications is correctly represented by the following symbol?
There are many different parts to a parallel circuit. Which of the answers below corresponds correctly with the number "4" in the picture below?
There are many different types of alloy steels, each with specific properties. Which of the elements below would have the effect of increasing erosion and wearing down resistance?
In a simple circuit, if E=4 V and R=1.75 ohms, what is the current of the circuit?
(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?
Which of the laws below can be best described by the following statement, "The strength or intensity of an unvarying electric current is directly proportional to the electromotive force and inversely proportional to the resistance of the circuit"?
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?
Piping material that is non-ferrous is most common in lower temperature services. Which of the answers below would best be classified as a "non-ferrous" material?
There are 5 separate classifications in the WHIMIS system. Which of those classifications is correctly represented by the following symbol?
From the information given in the diagram below, what is the total parallel resistance of the circuit?
"Having only magnitude, not direction, such as distance", is a description of which mathematical term?
Which of the electrical terms below can be best described as one that "internally converts stored chemical energy into electrical potential energy."
Alloy steels are very common in industry. Which of the types of alloy steel would "Ferritic" piping be?
State the number 469.4 x 10¹⁵using engineering notation and round the answers to three significant digits.
In the WHMIS system, "Flammable and combustible material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
There are several different committees in the Alberta apprenticeship system. Which of the committees below would be directly responsible for determining the equivalency of training done outside Alberta?
There are 5 separate classifications in the WHIMIS system. Which of the following classifications is responsible for flammable material?
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?
When taping a blind that does not go through the metal, the proper steps to tap it are:
The following statement is the best description of which of the terms below, "The electric dynamic that sustains the charge difference in a circuit."?
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
There are many electrical symbols used in industry today. Which of the answers below correctly identifies the following symbol?
In a simple circuit, if E=6 V and R=5 ohms, what is the current of the circuit?
"This workplace hazard consists of organisms or organic matters produced by these organisms that are harmful to human health." This statement best describes which of the hazards below?
What is the name of the tool that is used on round stock to cut external threads?
There are several types of measuring elements used in industry. Which of the answers below is best represented by the picture below?
Which of the terms below is best described by the statement, "Current flows from the positive terminal to the negative"?
(310103d) There are several essential components to a pressure regulator. Which of the components below would be used as a measuring element?
Most electrical properties have an equation linked to them. In the equation L= (N²μA)÷ƪ, which of the answers below does the "A" represent?
Of the adjustments below, which is the most common adjustment made?
Hazardous locations in industry have been grouped for ease of understanding Which of the classes below is best described an area where combustible dust, rather than gases or liquids, may be present in varying hazardous concentration?
There are two different ways of identifying general purpose tube. If you see "⅜ in-SS-0.036" printed on the outside of the tube, what would the "SS" refer to?
There are several terms which relate to charging of a capacitor. Which of the terms below would apply to the period while the capacitor gets to 5τ?
Convert 0.625 to a fraction.
Use the answers below to correctly fill in the blanks. "Resistance of a conductor is________ to it's ______."
(310101c) There are a wide variety of tubing fitting types. Which of the fittings below would best be used when terminating tube connections?
The Si unit for measuring force is the Newton. Which of the answers below correctly states the proper formula to calculate this unit?
There are several different committees in the Alberta apprenticeship system. Which of the committees below would be directly responsible for resolving any disputes between employer and apprentice?
(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 1 circuits that are controlled remotely?
The point when increasing current will not increases magnetism in an electromagnet is call?
The ISA has defined 3 types of installations for purge/pressurization for hazardous applications. Which of the types below would an enclosures classification be reduced from Class I, Zone 1 to a Class I, Zone 2?
(310105i) Any solid has inherent properties associated with it. Which of the properties below would be referred to as the ability to accept or resist an external force trying to deform it?
The symbol for resistance is which of the below?
By the early 1800's, there had been several gas laws discovered. Which of those laws below is best described as "that at the same temperature and pressure, equal volumes of all gases contain the same number of molecules."?
Determine the voltage V(ad) with R1=70k ohms, R2= 136k ohms and R3= 360K ohms, with a current of 0.754 mA
Good trade practice is a 4:1 ratio when using an extension ladder. From which piece of legislation does the practice originate from?
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?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(310101c) There are a wide variety of tubing fitting types with specific name describing them. Which of the fittings below would best be used when connecting larger OD tube to a smaller OD tube?
Covert 3 ⅘ to an improper fraction
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Isolate for"h" in the following equation y=(h-t)/r
"Energy" is a calculated quantity. Which of the formulas below would be used to calculate work energy?
(310101c) Copper tube is the most used type of tubing in industry. What type of colour code would a Type DWV tube type typically have?
If a closed tank is pressurized to 103.345 kPa and the pressure gauge at the bottom of the tank reads 145.456 kPa, what head (in feet) of a liquid with a R.D. of 0.37 is contained in the tank?
There are a number of steps to calibrating a two pen chart recorder. Which of the steps below would the pen pressure adjustment/verification be?
(310102c) Resistors have several construction methods. Which of the resistors below would make use of a binder?
The area of a circle is calculated with which correct equation?
In the contract of apprenticeship, there are several responsibilities that all parties have. Which of the parties below would have the responsibility to permit the apprentice to register and attend technical training?
"The relationship between valve position and flow in the in an operational process system.", is the best description of which term below?
Two pieces of eye protection should be used together when grinding or chipping. Choose the best answer from the selection below.
Calculate the normal force exerted by an object that has a mass of 6732 grams
(310103f) There are three main components in a simple signal transmission system. Which of the components below is best represented by the letter "A"?
There are many different types of alloy steels, each with specific properties. Which of the elements below would have the effect of improving the resistance to metal fatigue and facturing?
(310104b) Valves are a piece of equipment that needs to be replaced over time. Before removing,or servicing, an high pressure in-line valve, which of the procedures is the worker also responsible for?
What type of flux is generally used the most in electronic soldering?
Circular chart recorders have several specific accessories. Which of the accessories below would use an ambient compensation capillary?
"A pressure change occurring anywhere in a confined incompressible fluid is transmitted throughout the fluid," is a description of which principle?
The properties of a gas are unique to its molecular make-up. Which of the terms below would best be defined as "the point at and above which vapor of the substance cannot be liquefied, no matter how much pressure is applied."?
"Control devices that use the fluid medium that they control to obtain their energy" is a description of what?
1 kPa is equal to _____ psi
If the total error is 1.5 and the dead band error is 0.3, what is the hysteresis value?
If a pressure change of 20 kPa to 80 kPa is to fully stroke a valve, what strength of spring must be used. The control valve has a stem travel of 2.7 cm and the effective area of the diaphragm is 0.08 m^2
(310103d) Regulators deal with a consistent pressure reduction. Which category of regulator is pictured below?
True force balance negative feedback system consists of:
There are many studies on how pressure and force affect fluids. "Fluid pressure is proportional to depth." is one of the principles of which answer below?
Many electrical properties have specific symbols attached to them. Which of the symbols below would be the correct for inductance?
For every gas law there is a corresponding equation. Which of the gas laws below is represented by the equation "PV=ZnRT"?
(310102c) Resistors have several construction methods. Which of the resistors below would make use of a glass core?
A mass of 5 kg is placed on top of a spring and that spring compresses 5 cm. What is it's spring rate?
"A whole number and a fraction combined into one number", is a description of which type of fraction?
(650101a) There are three main sections in the occupational health and safety legislation in Alberta. Which of the sections below best relates to the minimum safety standards set for employers?
What is the name of the tool used to cut internal threads after drilling a hole?
Modification of certain safety enclosures by mechanical means is allowed in certain conditions. Which of the answers below would describe the conditions is required for modification to an explosion-proof enclosure?
The properties of a gas are unique to its molecular make-up. Which of the terms below would best be defined as "is the pressure required to liquefy a gas at its critical temperature."?
There are numerous guidelines provided in section 18, appendix B, from the CEC. Which of the rules from that appendix would relate to certification markings
What is the main purpose of valve positioners?
"If a worker is injured or has an accident on the jobsite, they must report it as soon as possible to the employer." The act that best encompasses this statement is which of the following?
The volume of a cylinder is calculated with which correct equation?
In the WHMIS system, "Compressed gas" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
The volume of a rectangle is calculated with which correct equation?
(310101c) There are a wide variety of tubing fitting types with specific name describing them. Which of the fittings below would best be used when tubing around a tight corner?
"Having only magnitude, not direction, such as speed", is a description of which mathematical term?
If field servicing, or removing, a control valve from a piping system it is important to recognize the piping isolations. Which of the isolations below correctly identifies the following picture?
"An angle is one which is more than 90° but less than 180°" is a description of which mathematical term?