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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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Fabricators and designers have been using the various lines to convey information in their drawings, which is called the "alphabet of lines". Which of the terms below best describes the line labeled "C" in the picture provided?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of air, in imperial measurement, at STP.
Some wheels become loaded with debris, or glazing becomes an issue. Of the answers below, choose the best method to solve these problems.
Of the answers below choose the best answer that reflects style of press that has the highest capacity.
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #1 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 "length" of a 90° triangle?
Most fuels, when exposed to air, water, or heat under normal condition will not chemically react. These fuels are classed as which of the below?
Of the list below, the two most commonly used pressure ratings on fittings are Class 125 and 250.
When referring to the center to end measurement of a 90 degree elbow threaded fitting, what is the best term that describes this measurement?
The coolest place possible should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
Which of the welding processes below would welding goggles be worn?
(se)Which of the terms below relates best to how quickly the flow of AC changes direction? Choose the your answer from those provided below.
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a ring joint flange?
(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?
Convert 0.41278 to a fraction. Choose the best answer from below.
______ type compression joints are also commonly referred to as ______ as well as sleeveless type.
(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?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
"This layout tool has one chamfered edge usually. The dual purpose tool can check the material surface to assure flatness, and mark a straight line on a surface." This statement best describes which of the following tools?
(ws) There are several different types of energy that are released when you are welding or oxy-fuel cutting. Which of the rays below would best be described as one that would cause cataracts with long term exposure?
"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?
What type of bar is pictured below?
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 great many ways to give information about the shape of an object. Certain ways of drawing or views will give some information clearer than others. Of the answers below, choose the best term that describes the following picture.
A cold water piping system does not exceed 4689 psi @ 100 degrees F. What class of forged steel fitting in conjunction with XXS piping should be used
"These types of pumps come in a reciprocating and rotary style." This best describes which of the answers below?
What is the square footage of a floor space in a warehouse that is 5' 7¾ by 10' 3⅞? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Upstream of the low pressure stage and downstream of the high pressure stage of the two stage compressor, should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
(ws) There are several different types of energy that are released when you are welding or oxy-fuel cutting. Which of the answers below would create the greatest amount of "Ultraviolet rays" while being used?
Which of the piping systems below would Bell-end type joints primarily be used in?
There are 4 principal parts to the head of a hammer. Of these 4 parts, there are only two that are opposite of each other, what are they called? Of the answers below, choose the one that best applies.
Your journeyman has asked you to cut them 6 pieces of 4' Sch 80 pipe 3' 7". The only piece of pipe you can find is a 20 foot full length. How many pieces will you be able to cut out of this length? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
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.
(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.
Which of the answers below best represents the pressure exerted by a column of water 1' in height and a base of 1 in²?
From the following answers, choose the best one that represents the radiant energy hazard produced by Non-destructive testing.
To cut a piece of thin wall tubing with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
The encircled letters along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
The 3 key elements of the WHIMIS system are, material safety data sheets, labels and ________. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
What tool is pictured below?
"This style of check valves doesn't rely on flow reversal or gravity to close. Instead, the valve is closed by a spring." Of the valves below, this is the best description of which?
"Is a mechanical seal which fills the space between two or more mating surfaces, generally to prevent leakage from or into the joined objects while under compression." This is the best definition of which fitting?
Which type of pipe fitting., of the list below, is not permitted on natural gas piping systems?
In vertical runs of piping (risers) at each floor level there should be a support. The type of hardware used by mechanical building trades for supporting pipe would be which of the following?
(ofe)On oxygen cylinders, there are no seams, neither running up and down nor across. This is due to the manufacturing process that it goes though. Which of the answers below best describes this process?
(se)When the current flow meets resistance in a conductor, that energy is turned into what form? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
(ofe)When used in conjunction with a flashback arrestor, a reverse flow check valve is best to be place where on an oxyacetylene setup?
From the following options, choose the most popular pressure testing method.
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 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?
CSA approved head, eye, and foot protection is required for all workers. This is best legislated by which of the following acts?
(wf)Structural discontinuities would include all of the following defects except one. Of the answers below choose the one that is not a structural discontinuity.
The inert purge gases for GMAW and GTAW welding processes are non-toxic, but are still dangerous. In what situation below would these gases be a danger?
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "T" represent in this formula?
This chisel has a cutting edge that is typically 60°,but can be reduced to 40° or increased to 90°. The chisel that best suits this description is which of the below?
Of the options below, which one requires both ends of the plastic pipe to be perfectly square?
A small system has been filled and is ready to pressure up. Which of the pumps below would be the best to use for this test?
Fabricators and designers have been using the various lines to convey information in their drawings, which is called the "alphabet of lines". Which of the terms below best describes the line labeled "B" in the picture provided?
(ofe)Of the gases below, choose the best one that supports combustion, but is non-flammable on it own.
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
"The steps in preparing this type of fusion weld and a steel weld are very similar." Which of the answers below best fits this description?
At the warehouse, they have received an exchanger. You look at the waybill, and see that it was discounted 3 separate times for 15%, 12% and 6% each. If the original price was $45,692, which of the answers below best represents the final purchase price?
When storing plastic pipe, the pipe should be supported adequate support at all times. For long term storage, what additional step should be taken?
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When using the size of the screw to be used to size the proper screwdriver, which of the screwdrivers below would you be sizing?
(ofe)When dealing with acetylene cylinders, generally you will encounter two types of valves. Which of the sets of valves below would you see?
Burns have a classification by degree. If you have a surface burn, it would be considered which of the following?
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "K" represent in this formula?
Fabricators and designers have been using the various lines to convey information in their drawings, which is called the "alphabet of lines". Which of the terms below best describes the line labeled "C" in the picture provided?
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.
What tool is in the picture below?
"Has a female socket in which pipe is fitted. Fillet welding is done from outside on the pipe." This is the best description of which fitting?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
(mse)"Operational characteristics of an electrode can be controlled in several ways. One of those ways is by the different composition of the flux coating." Choose from the answers below the coating that does not apply to this statement.
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?
(wf)Lack of fusion, oxidation and lack of penetration are all included in which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from those provided below
"A particular material or class of materials, that is a hazardous substance in workplace air, has an upper limit on the acceptable concentrations." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
The engineer has asked you to verify the base for setting a tank on, the area required will be a minimum of 10 meters. Which of the answers below best represents the minimum radius required to set the tank?
With the options below,complete the following sentence. "The rules of ASME _______ constitute construction requirements for pressure vessels."
(ofc)Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
Before working on a task, you notice that a trench with vertical rebar ends is directly under the work location. Harnesses and anchor points are provided at the task location by the employer, which you are instructed to use. The piece of legislation that best covers the action of the employer is which of the below?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #6 is best represented by which answer below?
What application is better suited for a double flared fitting?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded globe valve?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #4 is best represented by which answer below?
(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.
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
There are a great many ways to give information about the shape of an object. Certain ways of drawing or views will give some information clearer than others. Of the answers below, choose the best term that describes the following picture.
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "D"?
When you are going to lubricate an air motor, which of the following would be the best time to do it?
(ofe)"These regulators allow a consistent pressure to be fed to the tool being used. This is true despite the change in inlet pressures." Which of the regulators below is best described by this statement?
What pressure would be exerted by a column of water 14 feet high? Choose the best answer from those provided below
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "P" represent in this formula?
There are a number of lines on the edge of any rule. Which of the terms below best corresponds to these lines?
"This term is used to describe an action that means to divide something into two equal sections." The term best described by this statement is which of the following?
(se)All welding machines have a duty cycle. A machine with a duty cycle of 72% with an amperage of 425, would run continuously at what amp maximum? Choose the best answer from the selection below.
In a piping system fittings can be used in a variety of situations, one of those is:
A journeyman is paid 27% more than his apprentice. If the journeyman is earning $43.50, what is the apprentice being paid? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
(wf)Of the types of inclusions below, which would be characteristic of a GTAW process?
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.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "D" in the picture provided?