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Instrumentation: FIRST PERIOD

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(310103f)There are several methods for measuring process variables. Which of the transmitters below would use cavities filled with oil used as a dielectric in the creation of an output signal?
State this fraction as a mixed fraction: ⁵⁵⁄₈.
(310101c) There are several different styles of flared and flareless fittings. Which of the styles below would commonly use a two ferrule style fitting?
There are three types of radiant energy that is given off by a typical welding arc. Choose the one that does not apply from the answers below.
In the WHMIS system, "Compressed gas" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
"Is the side across from a given angle of significance." is the description of which right angle triangle mathematical term?
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 5 separate classifications in the WHIMIS system. Which of the following classifications is responsible for poisonous biohazardous material?
(310104b) Some valves require specialized components. Which of the components below would best be used to eliminate "end play".
There are several methods to routing and protecting cable, tubing, and insulated impulse lines. Which of the methods below would be best to run cable to location?
State the number 236.478 x 10¹¹ using scientific notation and round the answers to three significant digits.
Chart recorders still have a place in industry for specific applications. Which of the applications below would be used to fulfill ABSA requirements?
(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?
746 Watts is equal to which of the terms below?
Convert 0.875 to a fraction.
State the number 40.021 x 10⁻¹ using decimal notation and round the answers to three significant digits.
The volume of a rectangle is calculated with which correct equation?
Electrostatic generation can be happen in many conditions. Which of the answers below would correctly fill the blank in the statement, "The generation of an electrostatic charge is ________ in conditions that are humid?"
(310102c) Resistors have several construction methods. Which of the resistors below would have the capacity to change its resistance value?
In the fraction A/B, is B the denominator?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Ozone, carbon monoxide, hydrogen chloride and phosgene are all gases that can be created by different types of welding. Of the answers below, choose the best one that they all have in common.
(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?
The CEC generates a gas grouping based on the potential combustion, and results of combustion of each type. Which of the groups below would Hydrogen belong to?
(310104d) Valve positioners provide several advantages over standard valves. Which of the advantages below would best relate to the increased speed of supplying the actuator with air?
(310105d) Hp is a common term seen to rate power. Which of the answers below reflects the conversion of 278 hp to watts?
Before entering a container to work, your Journeyman asks for a gas test to be done. The foreman agrees and puts the sniffer close to the roof of the container. Of the following answers, which gas would he be testing for?
"Two external forces acting on an object or surface that are not in opposition of each other;" is a description of what type of stress?
Reduce ⁹⁄₁₄ and state as a proper or mixed fraction.
This pressure to force converter device is used in situations where space is limited?
In the figure below, R1= 10 ohms, R2=6 ohms, and R3=4 ohms, with the battery producing 40 V, what is the power absorbed by R3?
When selecting a hammer to use, what would "weight of head" help determine?
In a simple circuit, if E=4 V and R=1.75 ohms, what is the current of the circuit?
With respect to pressure drop, which control; valve has "high" recovery characteristics?
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?
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?
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 many different types and styles of tubing in industry, but they can all be grouped into categories. Which of the answers below best represents all of the categories of tubing?
"5 x 7=7 x 5" is an example of which mathematical law?
There are several equations related to magnetism. Which of the terms below is represented by the equation "B=ᶲ⁄ₐ"?
"A quantity having direction as well as magnitude," is a description of which mathematical term?
Hazardous locations in industry have been grouped for ease of understanding Which of the classes below is best described an area with easily ignitable fibers or flyings, but the concentration of these fibers or flyings are not in quantities that would produce ignitable mixtures?
There are several key concepts to understand when dealing with pressure measurement. Which of the terms below can be best described as, "the ratio of the density of a substance to the density of water."?
An absolute presser gauge is giving a reading of 7.8 PSI(a). Convert this reading to PSI(g) assuming a local barometric pressure of 11.3 PSI(a).
State ⁸⁴⁵⁶⁄₂₄₃ as a mixed fraction.
"Energy" is a calculated quantity. Which of the formulas below would be used to calculate work energy?
What is the SI unit of pressure?
Calculate the relative density for a liquid whose density is =743.2 kg/m³.
There are two types of designations in Alberta for trades. Which of the answers below is the one condition that separates them?
A mass of 6 kg is placed on top of a spring and that spring compresses 7 cm. What is it's spring rate?
Soldering is a common method of joining metals. To be effective the which of the items below must have a lower melting point than the parent metals?
Use the answers below to fill in the blanks of the following sentence. "The _____ of the plates in a capacitor is _______ to it's capacitance."
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
There are subgroups of fuel for fires need to burn. Which of those subgroups would sulfur belong to?
There are several terms that are used to describe the features of a particular thread type. Which of the terms below would best describe the largest diameter of the thread?
To alter the pressure setting on a regulator what element would you adjust?
Convert 175 psi to mmW.C. Barometer is 99.6 kPa(a)
From the information given in the diagram below, what is the voltage drop over R1, if R1= 3 ohms, R2= 5 ohms, R3= 7 ohms, R4= 6 ohms and the battery produces 24 V?
From the information given in the diagram below, what is the voltage drop over R3, if R1= 3 ohms, R2= 5 ohms, R3= 7 ohms, R4= 6 ohms and the battery produces 24 V?
The result of a _______ actuator is installed with a ________ valve will be normally closed, fail open
(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 signal circuits that are considered Class 1?
There are several different types of layout tools used in industry. Which of the tools below best represents the following picture?
Most electrical properties have an equation linked to them. In the equation L= (N²μA)÷ƪ, which of the answers below does the "ƪ" represent?
If a battery has a rating of 60 Ah, theoretically it could provide 3.3 A for how long?
65% of 765 is equal to?
What are the three areas of WHMIS?
The CEC generates a hazardous area result by investigating the contents of the area. Which of the designations below is based on an explosive atmospheres duration and frequency of occurrence?
Each one of the installations of purge/pressurization has its own requirements for additional equipment. Which of the installations below would also require a 2.5 mm minimum water gauge flow to be maintained?
With the proper formula "Work" is a measurable quantity. Which answer below represents the "displacement" part of that equation?
To solder a joint, there are steps that need to be followed to succeed. Which of the steps below would involve coating the iron tip with a small amount of solder?
To solder a joint, there are steps that need to be followed to succeed. Which of the steps below would involve ensuring contamination free parts and soldering tip?
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 visual indicator only?
Of the answers below, which one is a disadvantage of a Pinch valve?
What type of fire extinguisher can have a large tapered nozzle?
Lifting a load with rigging is an involved and potentially dangerous task. When working with slings, which of the angles below is the commonly used safe lifting angle?
"The distance traveled divided by the time elapsed to reach final position." is the description of which mathematical term?
Hazardous locations are further divided into specific zones and divisions. Which of the answers below would apply if flammable vapours were present for more than 10, but less than 1000 hours a year?
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?
With the proper formula "Work" is a measurable quantity. Which answer below represents the part of that equation that is measured in "joules"?
In a simple circuit, if I= 2 A and R=3 ohms, what is the voltage drop over the resistor of the circuit?
1 kPa is equal to _____ psi
When a pressure of 15 psi is applied to a diaphragm actuator with a diameter of 18 cm, what is the force in Newtons (N) that is created?
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?
(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 installation of instruments in a hazardous location?
Convert 0.625 to a fraction.
There are many electrical symbols used in industry today. Which of the answers below correctly identifies the following symbol?
A mass of 5 kg is placed on top of a spring and that spring compresses 5 cm. What is it's spring rate?
What item would be used on a pneumatic system to speed up the pneumatic signal?
The relationship between the 4 temperature scales is very important to understand. Which of the answers below correctly corresponds to 0 K?
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 "⅜" refer to?
(310102c) Manufactured resistors have two broad categories. Which of the resistors below would be considered as a fixed resistor?
Stress affects metals in several different ways. Which of the answers below would best be described as the permanent deformation at a slow rate?
The main function of a valve positioner is which of the below?
(310103d) There are several essential components to a pressure regulator. Which of the components below would be used as a measuring element?
There are several types of purge/pressurization permits that are available. Which of the permits below would best be used when an enclosures classification must be reduced from Class I, Zone 1 to non-hazardous?
There are 5 separate classifications in the WHIMIS system. Which of the following classifications is responsible for flammable material?
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?
(310102c) Resistors have several construction methods. Which of the resistors below would have 1 fixed terminal and a sliding contact?
(650101a) There are three main sections in the occupational health and safety legislation in Alberta. Which of the sections below best relates to the workers rights and responsibilities?
The perimeter of a square is calculated with which correct equation?