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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "D" represent in this formula?
(papg) Assessing the surface area of any cylinder involves several calculations. Which of the answers below is determined by the formula "2πr²"?
In the picture below, what type of joining system is being used? Use the best answer from the ones provided below.
What pressure would be exerted by a column of water 14 feet high? Choose the best answer from those provided below
The numbers encircled on the north side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
(wf)"This term refers to a physical property of a material which describes the ability of a material containing a crack to resist further cracking."
(se)On a brand new joint, when welding one of the first two passes, what arc length should be used? Choose the best answer from the options given below.
The references in red along the north side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
(ws) While welding, there may be contact with extremely hot metals, slag and sparks. Which of the answers below best relates to damage being done to the outer layer of skin and the next layer, the dermis?
Copper tube DWV fittings can be used on copper pressure piping systems
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When using an Allen head wrench, which type of wrench, from the answers below, are you using?
To protect the internal mechanisms, this type of gate valve should not be placed in a line that has turbulent flow. This is the best description of which of the following?
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
A 35 meter piece of copper pipe that the first 10 m section has an operating temperature of 105°C and pressure of 34 kPa/m² until a restriction, then the temperature and pressure both drop by 15 for the remainder of the line. The entire line was originally installed at -25°C, what is the total linear expansion in meters for this line? Choose the best answer from the ones supplied below.
What tool is in the picture below?
(ws) Welding and Oxy-fuel cutting have some specialized safety equipment. Which of the answers below would be the minimum recommended filter plate for low amperage SMAW welding?
A plug valve is quick to open or quick to close. Another way of describing that profile is which of the following?
Which butt weld fitting wall thickness has the smallest number of fitting sizes?
Of the following supports, choose the one that is an example of a constant support hanger.
The encircled letters along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #3 is best represented by which answer below?
(papg) When calculating the area of a shape, you would use the terms "length" and "width". Which of the terms below represents the "width" of a 90° triangle?
Material safety data sheets are required to be accompany all controlled substances from the supplier. There are _______ that make up these sheets, providing more detail than the label. Use the answers below to fill in the blank
There are a variety of drafting tools that are used in the creation of fabrication patterns and layouts. Of the tools given, which one best describes the item in the picture below?
(ofc)During the oxy-fuel cutting process, iron oxidizes. Of the terms below, which one best describes the resulting lines on the surface of the cut from this process?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld ball valve?
(ws) Welding and Oxy-fuel cutting have some specialized safety equipment. Which of the answers below would be the minimum recommended filter plate for medium amperage PAC welding?
Plastic pipe can move slowly in hangers. This is due to temperature changes that have an effect on the expansion and contraction of the pipe. This mechanism is commonly called which of the below?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. From the information in the provided picture, select the best answer to describe the method of dimensioning.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
(ws) There are several different types of energy that are released when you are welding or oxy-fuel cutting. "Infrared rays" Would best be defined by which type of energy below?
Type "M" copper tubing has what colour identification strip?
(bs)"The act or procedure of liquefying or melting by the application of heat, any two materials to combine them." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded gate valve?
(mse)"A load that is relatively constant for an extended time, is considered to be a ________ load." This statement best describes which of the answers below?
There are some specific weld faults that can occur with a fillet weld. Which of these faults is represented by the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
Under the Workers compensation act, are apprentices and learners entitled to compensation?
You are asked to install 753 meters of 50mm, Sch 40 pipe. At the end of the day, you have 157 meters installed, how many meters do you have left until the job is complete? Choose the best anser from the ones provided below.
(wf)"This type of defect is defined as an interruption of the typical structure of a material typically during the welding process." This statement best defines which of the answers below?
The orientation of a vertical line is commonly referred to as _______ to the horizon. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below to fill in the blank.
Of the benders below, which will allow kinking in soft tubing?
"A measure of a material's ability to undergo significant plastic deformation before rupture." This statement is the best description of which of the following terms?
Of the options below, choose the one that best states the primary function of plate rolls.
Socket weld fittings are generally used to join piping that is 50mm(2") or less?
Position designations for groove and fillet test welds include numbers and letters. The number dictates a particular position, while the letter dictates a particular position. Choose the best combination of letters and numbers below to identify the weld position and type shown in the picture below.
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "C".
What tool is pictured below?
The purpose of this step is to provide a prepped surface for the solvent cement by beginning the chemical reaction that softens PVC. Of the options below, choose the best answer.
(ofe)All of the following statements regarding an oxygen cylinders are true, except one. Choose the answer that does not belong.
Two pieces of eye protection should be used together when grinding or chipping. Choose the best answer from the selection below.
(v) There is a wide variety of valve styles used in industry today. Which of the valves below would be considered a quarter-turn valve?
(papg) Areas and surface areas can be measured in metric. Which of the answers below would represent the proper time to convert mm into m in a calculation?
(v) Individual types of valve have certain characteristics. Which of the valves below, when partially opened, would suffer from wire-drawing of the disc and seat?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "C"?
If the piping isometric that you are working off of has a 1:20 metric reduced scale to it, what is the actual length of the workpiece of you measure 45mm on the print? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(es) Amperage has an effect on the human body depending on the amount exposed to. Which of the mA answers below best corresponds to having heart fibrillation after 3 seconds, as it travels through the body?
"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?
Calculate the density of 4 ft³ of copper that weighs 367 lbs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view butt weld cap?
The intensity of sound is measured in dBA. In the workplace the suggested dBA level for wearing hearing protection over an 8 hour day would be which of the below?
"This type of respirator has two different types that are available. These are continuous flow, and pressure demand respirators. " This statement best describes which of the following respirators?
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for mass?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a containers shape that is holding a fluid will ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #1 is best represented by which answer below?
"Has a gasket surface in the same plane as the bolting circle face." Is the best description of which fitting?
Looking at the answers below, which one is not a cause of flashback while using an oxyacetelyne cutting torch? Choose the best answer that applies.
Soapstone is commonly available in three grades. Which grade would be best served for marking out steel? Choose your answer from the options below.
(v) Valves have many uses in process control. Which of the valves below would be the worst choice for a throttling application for a slurry?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Pilot valve" variation?
(ws) While welding, there may be contact with extremely hot metals, slag and sparks. Which of the answers below best relates to damage being done to the epidermis resulting in blistering?
What tool is in the picture below?
Class 6000 fittings are commonly made from which material?
Occupational exposure limits have threshold limits. There are three of these threshold limits that are used, of the answers provided, which is not a value used?
"The ability of a substance, usually a metal, to be deformed or molded into a different shape." This statement is the best description of which of the following terms?
There are several sizes of portable hand drills. How are they rated? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
(papg) When calculating the "Grade" of a slope, there are several terms that are used. Which of the terms below is best defined as the difference in elevation between two ends of a sloped pipe?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the answer from the ones provided that best describes the orientation of the numerical dimensions.
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
Which of the following supports are used to support pipe lines with light loads that are subjected to up to 32mm vertical thermal movements?
(ofe)Of the flame types for the oxyacetylene torch, which of them burns the hottest at the tip of the cone? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
"It is a method of drawing which you can represent your shapes into three- dimensional view. An angle of 30 degree is taken in all its sides in order to give a 3d look." This statement best describes which of the following drawing methods?
(ws) There are several different types of energy that are released when you are welding or oxy-fuel cutting. "Visible light rays" Would best be defined by which type of energy below?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
(se)"The electrical force that retains the arc while the welding work is being done." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
The references in red along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
(v) There is a wide variety of valve styles used in industry today. Which of the valves below would be considered a quarter-turn valve?
As it happens sometimes, while you were on break, your fire extinguisher grew legs and walked away. You head to the tool crib to get another, as you are doing your inspection you notice it is a CFC type. Is there anything that must be done with this extinguisher?
"When used in conjunction with similarly threaded nuts, These externally threaded devices are used to create a joining of two or more components." This is the best description of which of the items below?
(ofe)100°C is the approximate melting temperature of a fusible plug equipped on an acetylene bottle. Of the reasons below, choose the best reason explaining the purpose of these plugs.
"This two-part anchoring system consists of resin and hardener which are combined through a mixing nozzle, and an anchor rod." This is the best description of which of the following anchors?
"In drill presses and drills, to hold the drill bits and accessories, there are several tooling devices that can be used." These are commonly called which of the below?
Spiral wound gaskets have 6 identifiers on them, which of the below is not one?
There are a variety of drafting tools that are used in the creation of fabrication patterns and layouts. Of the tools given, which one best describes the item in the picture below?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
Materials used for bolts and studs have been grouped into ______ by ASME. Use the options below to fill in the blank.
There a a number of steps in the proper fabrication of a Bell-end joint. Choose the answer below that reflects that number the best.
(se)If a welding machine is left on, but no work is being done with it, what type of voltage is at the output terminals? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(mse)The CSA classification of carbon steel SMAW electrodes is metric. Choose the best answer for what the "E" represents, in the answers below.
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "A".