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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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When using a long tape, one extra consideration must be taken into account over a short tape. Of the answers below, choose the one that best applies.
(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?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
Class 6050 is a classification of which fitting type?
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "A".
(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?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 45° elbow?
The encircled letters along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
(bs)Of the alloys below, which is the alloy of copper and zinc?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of water in imperial measurement.
(es) The human body has some integral resistance to electrical contact. Which of the answers below would have the largest resistance to an electrical voltage?
Which of the following disc designs is the most widely use variation for the gate valve?
(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 down at ³⁄₁₆"/ft?
Inches of Hg is commonly used for atmospheric pressure. What is the difference in pressure exerted by a 10" column of Hg with a 1 in² base, when compared to a column of water the same height? Use the best answer from those provided below.
Which butt weld fitting wall thickness has the smallest number of fitting sizes?
This type of soldering uses temperatures below 450C or 840F:
(ofe)Welding torches and cutting torches are similar in most respects. Of the options below, choose the best answer that represents a similarity.
Which of the following answers best describes the advantage of preparing a joint with a U groove over the Vee groove style?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Corporation stop valve" variation?
(ofe)Regulators commonly have three working parts to them. Which of the parts does the the adjusting screw attach to? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
"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.
Of the options below, which measuring tool would be best suited to getting exact measurements?
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)Defective properties would include all of the following defects except one. Of the answers below choose the one that is not a defective property.
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.
Which of the following torque procedures is the least accurate in regards to getting to proper tension on a studbolt?
Class 3000, is a fitting classification for which type of material?
(se)While welding, what is the result of lengthening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(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.
The plug disc valve is a variation of which main category of valve?
Compression type fittings for copper tube are generally made from which of the following materials?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that the ________ of a fluid has no effect on pressure." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
Choose the best answer below that is the density of air, in imperial measurement, at STP.
(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?
Calculate the relative density of a compound at 10456 kg/m³ with water at 1000 kg/m³. Select the best answer from the ones provided below.
In the WHMIS system, "Infectious materials" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes lines pointed to by the black arrows in the picture shown?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of air at STP in metric measurement.
"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?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
"This Section provides such guidelines to assist those directly responsible for operating, maintaining, and inspecting power boilers." This is the best description of which of the following ASME sections?
"This type of drill is only for up to ½" holes that need to be precise." Choose the answer below that is best described by the statement.
What tool is in the picture below?
(se)What is the name of the welding accessory pictured below? Use the answers provided to choose the best one.
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 "G" in the picture provided?
(ofe)When the work that is being performed is not dependent on the pressure delivered from the cylinder being used, which style of regulator would most commonly used?
What tool is in the picture below?
Socket weld fittings are commonly used on joints that are what size?
Socket weld fittings are generally used to join piping that is 50mm(2") or less?
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?
(ofc)Oxygen should have a purity of 99.5% or higher for oxy-fuel cutting. The cutting speed will be an estimated ¾ of normal and the expenditure in cutting oxygen will increase approximately ¼ of normal for each _______ drop in purity percentage form optimum. Use the answers provided to select the best one to fill in the blank.
(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 distance between two ends of a sloped pipe?
(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?
Of the clothes to wear while cutting, welding or grinding, choose from the answers below the best material to have.
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.
Downstream of the aftercooler, but upstream of the reciever, should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
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.
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When using a "Robertson" screwdriver, which of the screwdrivers below would you be using?
(se)All electrical conductors resist the flow of current to some degree. Which of the terms below is used to measure this resistance? From the answers below select the one best applies.
Commonly receding lines are drawn from the horizontal at 30°, 45° or 60°. If you were to draw a receding line at a 45°, it would be foreshortened by which of the amounts below. Choose the best answer from the ones 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.
Wood screws have an unthreaded portion just under the screw head on the shank. Using the options below, what is this portion called?
(ws) Radiant energy released by a welding arc is far stronger than that of the sun, or other sources. Exposed skin will take a smaller amount of time to reach the same severity of burn with the sun, which of the answers below corresponds to that accelerated time?
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.
Piping that you have to be order for a job needs to be absolutely devoid of any surface contamination. Which of the following finishes will you ask to have put on your piping?
(ofe)The _________ has a one-to-one ratio of acetylene and oxygen, any additional oxygen needed for complete combustion comes from the surrounding air. Use the answers provided to fill in the blank.
"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?
(ofe)The chemical symbol C₂H₂ best represents which of the following compounds?
(ofe)The _________ has an excess of acetylene, the inner cone has a feathery edge, called the acetylene feather, extending beyond it. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
(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?
"Before heating, the plastic pipe and fittings can be assembled." This statement best describes which of the following?
(se)Your welder asks you to turn up the _________ on his welder for more penetration. Choose the best answer from the options below to fill in the blank.
(se)"This device limits electrical flow to one direction." This statement best describes which of the devices below?
Of all the tools listed below, what is the preferred method for cutting tube under 3/4"?
What type of copper tube is most commonly used in fabricating a hydronic systems?
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for pressure?
Every hacksaw blade has a "set". This particular "set" has the teeth in a wavy design running from left to right. . Of the answers below, choose the best "set" to match this description.
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "E"?
Fillet welds have fundamentally ________ different types of welds. Choose the best answer from those below to fill in the blank.
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?
15.5 meters of line is supposed to be graded at 1:13, which of the answers below best satisfies this grade?
(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.
A holding tank is 43 feet in diameter. How many feet of welding will it take to seal the lid on the top? Choose the best answers from those provided below.
"This workplace hazard consists of substances, mixtures and materials that can be classified according to their health risks and dangers." This statement best describes which of the following hazard groups?
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "F".
The barometer in the shop is reading 853 mm Hg, which of the answers below best reflects this reading in psig?
(se)While welding, what is the result of shortening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "A".
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
(ofe)Of the gases below, choose the one that has the highest flame temperature in its neutral state.
Upstream of the aftercooler and downstream of the air intake should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
Looking at the body of a check valve you see a hinge pin on the body. Of the following valves what is the valve you are looking at?
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 "E" in the picture provided?
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.
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?
When you are going to lubricate an air motor, which of the following would be the best time to do it?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "B"?
Which of the valves below best fits the description of this statement? "This type of valve has two ports to it. One inlet and one outlet, and relies on pressure on the inlet side to work properly."
"This material is formed with cross-linking, and becomes irreversibly rigid after the reaction has taken place." This is the best description of which of the terms below?