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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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(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.
Wood screws have an unthreaded portion just under the screw head on the shank. Using the options below, what is this portion called?
A cold water piping system does not exceed 3000 psi @ 100 degrees F. What weight of pipe is required with class 3000 forged steel fitting?
(se)Which of the terms below is used when a sine wave completes a 360° rotation?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
The wall thickness of the two most commonly available fittings for 27.5mm (1/2") pipe are:
The alignment of holes in two or more pieces of plate at the same time can be a challenge. Which of the tool below would be best in this situation?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 45° elbow?
Composition disc type valves are part of which of the following categories?
Globe valves have a distinct disadvantage when compared to a gate valve. From the answers below select the best one.
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.
A small percentage of fuels, when exposed to air, water, or heat under normal condition will chemically react. These fuels are classed as which of the below?
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?
The pressure exerted by a column of Hg 9" high would be which of the following answers? Choose the best answer that applies from the ones below
(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?
(mse)The protective shield that purges any atmospheric gases that may be harmful to the weld, and the slag that protects the weld metal both are produced from one area in the weld zone. Which of the following ares best describes where these are produced?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Main stop valve" variation?
Copper tube DWV fittings can be used on copper pressure piping systems
One side of a support is 372 mm, the other side is 739 mm. What is the smallest area that this support can be used? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
You find a workpiece that you are trying to drill a hole in too tough to position under a sensitive or upright drill press. Which of the following answers best solves this problem?
A natural gas boiler has an output rating of 43500 Btu and is 67% efficient. Which of the answers below best represents it's input rating?
Which of the following torque procedures is the least accurate in regards to getting to proper tension on a studbolt?
Your crew has just finished setting an enclosed vessel that had a 15 m diameter, a height of 23 m. The insulator foreman has asked you to verify his requirements of insulating the shell of the vessel. Choose the best answer from the ones below that represents the amount of insulation required.
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.
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
If the welding apprentices tacked 4 welds in an hour, how many welds would be tacked by 3 apprentices in a 37.5 hour work week? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
If a hose connection were to break during the pressuring of a hydrostatic test, which of the following pieces of equipment would prevent it from lashing around?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Gas cock" variation?
There are three elements that are required to start a fire, this is called the "Fire triangle". Fuel and heat of ignition form two sides of this triangle. Of the answers below, choose the one that best fits on the third side.
The Variation in a gate valve's design is in the disc. How many types of disc variations are there for a gate valve?
When breaking down an element, smallest unit into which it can be divided and still retain its characteristic properties is best describes by which of the terms below?
A soldered or compression fitting is _______ than a flared fitting.
From the following options, choose the most popular pressure testing method.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded globe valve?
"The temperature of a metal, below which the substance is entirely solid." The best term to fit this description from the group below is?
When one substance is dissolved in another homogeneously, this is called a solution. Which of the three states of matter can a solution exist? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
(ofc)Which of the following gases has the hottest burning neutral flame? Choose the best answer from those below.
"Smaller tubing sizes and the strength of the operator are both characteristics that this type of bender has." Of the options below, choose the bender that best fits this description.
"Provides requirements for design, fabrication, installation and inspection of steam heating, hot water heating, hot water supply boilers, and potable water heaters intended for low pressure service that are directly fired by oil, gas, electricity, coal or other solid or liquid fuels." This is the best description of which of the ASME sections below?
Typical hanger spacing for 76 mm black iron pipe is 4.3 m. Using that information, how many hangers are needed on a 20 m horizontal run?
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 "H" in the picture provided?
At the bottom of a column of water, the pressure is 459 psi, how high is this column? Choose the best answer from those provided below
When heated, metal forms a scale on it's surface. This scale is called what?
Omitting this step in the solvent welding of a joint could result in blockage, turbulent flow, and cause pressure loss by restricting the bore of the pipe. Of the answers below, choose the one that applies best
Socket weld fittings most commonly come in sizes ranging from _____ to _____.
One of the constants in an isometric drawing is that all angles recede ________ from the horizontal. Choose the best answer from the ones below to fill in the blank.
"This type of cutting machine has a large flywheel driven by an electric motor that does the cutting." Of the answers below choose the one that is best described by this statement.
(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 exposed skin to burn?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
A forged fitting threaded type with a classification of 3000 would have which schedule number of the following?
"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?
(ofc)There are two basic techniques to pierce a hole in plate steel. Choose the one that best applies from the answers below.
(wf)"The maximum load that a material can support without fracture when being stretched." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
Using the terms provided, choose the best one that would be described as a substance that cannot be be chemically reduced into simpler components.
When using a portable fire extinguisher to fight a fire, why is it important to aim at the base of the fire?
"This gas irritates sensitive skin and mucous membranes. It is non-flammable, has an unpleasant odour, and is colourless." This statement best describes which of the following gases?
"This tooth count hacksaw blade is generally recommended for most uses". Which of the following blades fit that description?
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?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
(wf)Slow travel speed, weak amperage and improper electrode angle are all included in which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
"During the creation of this style of groove, the steel of the pipe is cold formed while it is displaced inward." Of the answers below, choose the one best described by this statement.
What tool is in the picture below?
(se)The distance from the molten pool of the weld to the end of the electrodes core wire is called the arc length. A distance that is ________ of the diameter of the electrodes core wire is considered normal. Choose from the following options the best answer to fill the blank.
Which type of flange is machines with a flat face to help facilitate frequent cleaning or inspection?
(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?
Of the following supports, choose the one that is an example of a constant support hanger.
(papg) Areas and surface areas can be measured in both square inches and square feet. Which of the answers below would allow you to convert ft² from in²?
(papg) There are several different methods to calculate the grade of a slope. Which of the methods below would best represent a line to be graded up at 1:46 mm?
To cut a piece of thin wall tubing with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
(ofe)"Fusion welding with an oxidizing flame on this type of material will cause welds that are porous, oxidized, and brittle." This statement best describes which of the metals below?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
There a specific vocabulary when describing the areas of a fillet weld. Which of these terms is represented by "J" in the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
You are asked to cut a mark on a 50mm piece of pipe with a 5" grinder. Which of the tools below would be the best to secure the pipe for cutting?
If you needed to place new threads on the inside of a fitting, which of these tools would be best?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "B" in the picture provided?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the one that the black arrow is pointing to in the picture shown?
Typical hanger spacing for 19 mm copper pipe is 2.4 m. Using that information, how many hangers are needed on a 8 m horizontal run?
What tool is pictured below?
Contamination of welds is a very serious issue especially where alloys are involved. To avoid contamination from brushing out material from portions of a weld, what precaution should be taken? Choose the best answer from the choices below.
When fusion welding a butt joint, what is the suggested size of the root opening? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
Of the safety concerns with soldering listed below, which would occur the least?
(ofc)Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
(se)"The electrical force that retains the arc while the welding work is being done." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
Of the benders below, which will allow kinking in soft tubing?
In the WHMIS system, "Other poisons" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld gate valve?
A lube oil piping header has a slope of 2.5% for a 13500 mm run. What is the total drop of the line in meters? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
(v) There is a wide variety of valve styles used in industry today. Which of the valves below would be manufactured without a stuffing box?
(se)"This term is describing a welding machine that has a steep volt-amp curve. It is well suited for SMAW and GTAW welding." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a tongue and groove flange?
Of the list below, a try cock is considered what type of valve?
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
A square groove double weld commonly has a maximum material thickness of ________. Use the best answer below to fill in the blank.
Fluxes in soldering are also known by another term, choose the best term that would be used in place of "fluxes".
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a male and female set flange?
"Has a gasket surface in the same plane as the bolting circle face." Is the best description of which fitting?
(ofe)The ________ is produced when slightly greater volume of oxygen is mixed with a smaller volume of acetylene. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?