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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
(ofc)The material that is blown away by the oxygen stream while oxy-fuel cutting is called which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from the selection below.
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?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
(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?
(ofe)When using your oxyacetylene torch, if your gas speed is lower that the speed of flame propagation, what will the outcome be?
Convert ⁷⁄₁₅ to a decimal. Choose the best answer from the ones below
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
Type "M" copper tubing has what colour identification strip?
The classification of fire extinguishers depends on the type of fire they can fight effectively. Which fire extinguisher type is denoted by the picture below?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Gas cock" variation?
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?
Soapstone is commonly available in three grades. Which grade would be best served for marking out steel? Choose your answer from the options below.
(bs)One of the four classifications of fusion welding low alloy steel oxy fuel gas welding rods is R60. What do the two numbers represent in this classification? Choose the best answer from the options below.
Of the selection of units below, which would be best used to describe force?
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When trying to tighten a lock nut, which of the tools below would be the best choice?
(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?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
In the WHIMIS system, the workplace labels must display 3 pieces of information. Of the answers provided, choose the one that is not needed.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded gate valve?
"A mixture of substances (in fixed proportions) that melts and solidifies at a single temperature that is lower than the melting points of the separate constituents or of any other mixture of them." Is the best description of which of the soldering terms below?
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.
There are several different types of groove welds. Which of those weld types is represented by the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
To cut a piece of thin wall tubing with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
"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.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
After cutting a pipe to length with a torch beveller, what is the next step in the weld preparation process?
(bs)Which of the filler metals would be most commonly used when brazing copper or copper alloys? Choose the best answer from the following filler metals.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded globe valve?
Of the following supports, choose the one that is an example of a constant support hanger.
Commonly in oblique drawings, there is a 50% reduction in depth to add realism to the object. Which of the terms below best describes this practice?
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 "F" in the picture provided?
(ws) There are several different types of energy that are released when you are welding or oxy-fuel cutting. ""Ultraviolet rays" Would best be defined by which type of energy below?
Before entering a confined space for the first time or re-entering after a break, it is a good practice to do which of the following?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a flat faced flange?
Type "K" copper tube has which colour identification strip?
The classification of ferrous piping includes all of the following except for one. Choose the pipe that is not ferrous.
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.
(bs)Of the alloys below, which is the alloy of copper and zinc?
Of the safety concerns with soldering listed below, which would occur the least?
The orientation of a horizontal line is commonly referred to as _______ to the horizon. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below to fill in the blank.
(mse)The slag from the welding process has several important functions. Of the answers below choose the best one that does not apply.
(ws) Welding and Oxy-fuel cutting have some specialized safety equipment. Which of the answers below would be the minimum safety eye-ware required for Oxy-fuel cutting or welding?
The lowest temperature a metal is completely molten is called which of the soldering terms below?
When installing an instrument air piping system in a textile plant, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
(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?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for a large volume?
All of the below are common disadvantages of using plastic pipe except one. Choose the answer that is not a disadvantage.
There are several different types of groove welds. Which of those weld types is represented by the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
Using the terms provided, choose the best one that would be described as a substance that cannot be be chemically reduced into simpler components.
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "A".
What tool is pictured below?
"Are used with meters for the purpose of measuring the flow rate of either liquids or gases in the respective pipeline. Pairs of pressure "Tappings", mostly on 2 sides, directly opposite each other, are machined into the flange." This is the best description of which type of fitting?
(wf)Rapid solidification, low amperage, and incomplete perheat are all included in which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
The classification of fire extinguishers depends on the type of fire they can fight effectively. Which fire extinguisher type is denoted by the picture below?
______ type compression joints are also commonly referred to as ______ as well as sleeveless type.
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Cock stop valve" variation?
(se)When sizing welding cables, which of the cables below would be the smallest?
In the groove and shoulder system, if you use a roll groove, what is the disadvantage of this type of groove? Choose the best answer of the options below.
What tool is pictured 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 pain, with the loss of voluntary muscle control, as it travels through the body?
(ofc)Of the following answers, which is the best one for the torch pictured below?
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?
(se)What is the name of the welding accessory pictured below? Use the answers provided to choose the best one.
"This cutting machine cuts metal with a scissor-like action." Which of the machines below best fits this description?
The code that covers the piping standards to be used for cryogenic fluids would be which of the following?
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?
"A process in which a liquid metal is somehow delivered into a mold." This statement is the best description of which term below?
What tool is in the picture below?
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When trying to create a splice by twisting wires together, which of the tools below would be the best choice?
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?
"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?
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "B"?
(ofe)Of the answers below, which is the best oxyacetylene term for the condition that occurs when the tip produces a shrieking noise, sparks and dark smoke.
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
(ofc)There are three commonly used basic systems of controlling the operation of a mechanized oxy-fuel cutter. Which of the answers below is not one of them? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
There are several disadvantages with conventional dimensioning. In the grouping of answers below, one is not a disadvantage of this style of dimensioning. Choose the best answer that applies.
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
A welder has set up a temporary fab area in a c-can. He has put 2 portable fans, one in the front and one in the back, in the c-can for ventilation. Based on the information provided, which type of ventilation is he using? Use the terms provided to choose the best answer.
The fraction ⁵⁸⁄₇ is equal to which of the answers provided below?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the answer from the ones provided that best describes the method of dimensioning.
(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?
(ofe)When used in conjunction with a reverse flow check valve , a flashback arrestor is best to be place where on an oxyacetylene setup?
(ofc)There are two basic techniques to pierce a hole in plate steel. Choose the one that best applies from the answers below.
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "D" in the picture provided.
Of the options listed below, one is not an advantage of ERS over conventional soldering. Choose which one.
What is the name of the cutter pictured below?
The 3 key elements of the WHIMIS system are, worker education, material safety data sheets and ________. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Bore" signify?
(ofc)There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "B".
The isometric below has an abundance of information contained within it. The amount of 4 inch A106-B sch 40 piping that is required for this drawing is best represented by which of the answers below?
Which parts of an ASPT or NPT are flattened slightly?
When using a beam clamp, ensuring the recommended support load is not exceeded is important. What other component of this support system needs to checked against the weight of the load?
Spiral wound gaskets have 6 identifiers on them, which of the below is not one?
When storing plastic pipe, the pipe should be supported adequate support at all times. For long term storage, what additional step should be taken?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Corporation stop valve" variation?
(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.