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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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"Heat number" is a designation that can be replaced by which term?
"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.
Materials used for bolts and studs have been grouped into ______ by ASME. Use the options below to fill in the blank.
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Main stop valve" variation?
Water distribution systems made from PE piping have a maximum operating temperature. What is that temperature? Choose from the options below.
"When two or more substances are combined and each retain their own chemical identity." Choose the term below that best reflects this statement.
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.
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 is the name of the cutter pictured below?
What type of iron from the selections below contains the highest carbon content?
Calculate the volume of 5 kg/m³ of nitrogen that weighs 2694 kgs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
When suspending stationary non-insulated pipe line, it is recommended to use which of the supports below?
Your isometric calls for a weld neck, raised face, 900 PSI rating, flange. Is this the correct flange to use?
Pipe size is specified with two non-dimensional numbers: ________ diameter based on inches, and _______ for wall thickness. Of the options below, fill in the blanks.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "I" in the picture provided?
An extraction hood attached to a system of flexible ductwork would be an example of which of the answers below? Use the options below to choose the best answer.
Of the three common forged steel fitting classifications, class 4500 is considered:
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a flat faced flange?
(bs)"This is the term used for the metal or steel that you are actually welding on." The term best described by this statement is which of the following?
(se)"An type of material that allows the flow of an electrical current in one or more directions." The best answer that this statement describes is which of the following?
"This term is used for lines that intersect at a right angle." Of the terms provided choose the best one to fit this statement
These manufacturer installed items must be removed before the piping is put into operation, but not before the Variable Spring Hanger is installed and fully loaded. Of the selections below, which items best fits this description?
When selecting a fastener, there are many criteria that are needed to be taken into consideration. What specification of the list below is needed to be known to allow proper movement or anchorage in the fastener?
(ofc)"The angle of the oxy-fuel torch relative to the direction of travel that which the tip is pointed dictates the directions in which the heat is going and the slag will be blown." Which of the terms below is best described by this statement?
(mse)"Loads that change in either size, position or direction, are considered to be________ loads." This statement best describes which of the terms provided?
"A metallic substance composed of two or more elements, as either a compound or a solution." This statement is the best description of which of the following terms?
Convert ¹¹⁄₁₆ to a percentage. select the best answer from the ones provided 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 length?
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for force?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes lines pointed to by the black arrows in the picture shown?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "D" in the picture provided.
There are generally considered to be four types of welds. Which of those weld types is represented by the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
(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 types of groove welds. Which of those weld types is represented by the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
(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?
"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?
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When tightening a wide variety of bolts in one place, which of the wrenches below would best be suited for the job?
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?
What pressure would be exerted by a column of water 14 feet high? Choose the best answer from those provided below
Blueprints are assebled into groups for ease of accessing the information quickly. In the commercial or industrial ares of work, there are commonly ________ divisions of these blueprints. Choose from the answers below to best fill in the blank.
(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.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 90° elbow?
(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 to in²?
(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 no sensation as it travels through the body?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
In the WHMIS system, "Compressed gas" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "D"?
Composition disc type valves are part of which of the following categories?
Convert 45 Dekameters to Decimeters. Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Section 315(1), (2) and (3) covering guardrails can be found in which piece of legislation below?
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "C".
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Curb stop valve" variation?
Calculate the volume of 2.3 lb/ft³ of aluminium that weighs 1479 lbs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Appliance valve" 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 "B" in the picture provided?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld ball valve?
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?
"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?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluid will exert pressure in ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
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.
(se)When sizing welding cables, which of the cables below would be the smallest?
What type of wrench is pictured 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
A typical file generally has one of four basic cuts. Which of the below is not one of those cuts?
"This type of cutting machine is perfect for busy shops. When the machine is loaded, and starts to cut the material, it allows the operator to do other tasks while the machine is cutting." This statement best describes which of the following metal cutters
Which of the piping systems below would Bell-end type joints primarily be used in?
(ofe)Working with explosive gases is a dangerous prospect, you have to be aware of the limits of flammability for the gas you are working with. Of the gases below, choose the one that has the largest range of flammability.
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the answer from the ones provided that best describes the method of dimensioning.
A fuel gas piping system does not exceed 2795 psi @ 100 degrees F. What class of forged steel fitting in conjunction with XS piping should be used
Puller, Nut adjuster, Hydraulic load coil and Support bridge are all parts of which of the following tools?
Biological Hazards can be further broken down into subsections. Of the answers below, one is not a biological hazard, choose the answer that doesn't fit.
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.
In wet sprinkler systems, there is different tube that can be used. Choose the answer below that has all of them.
What tool is in the picture below?
In the WHMIS system, "Dangerously reactive material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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
(se)The melting of the electrode and/or the base metal comes from the strength of the electrical current passing through them. Of the answers below, which term best describes the strength of the current?
(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 be created during non-destructive testing of welds?
What tool is in the picture below?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
(bs)"This alloy is the combination of copper and tin." Which of the metals below is best described by this statement?
What tool is pictured below?
Of the answers below choose the best answer that reflects style of press that has the highest capacity.
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 "A" in the picture provided?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #3 is best represented by which answer 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.
"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.
Ozone, carbon monoxide, hydrogen chloride and phosgene are all gases that can be created by different types of welding. Of the answers below, choose the best one that they all have in common.
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Corporation stop valve" variation?
"This physical factor within the environment that harms the musculoskeletal system." This statement best describes which of the hazard groups below?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
Before entering a container to work, your Journeyman asks for a gas test to be done. The foreman agrees and puts the sniffer close to the roof of the container. Of the following answers, which gas would he be testing for?
Use the answers below to answer the following question. "To aid in the removal of trapped sediment and small debris, a valve should be closed in which manner?
(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?
"This tooth count hacksaw blade is generally recommended for most uses". Which of the following blades fit that description?
Which of the below would be the best fitting to prevent damage from a pressure surge to a gauge on a hydrostatic test?
0.578 oz/in² is equal to which of the answers below? Choose the best answer that applies
A lube oil piping header has a slope of ¹⁄₁₆ every 9 inches. In a 27' run, what is the total drop of the line? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
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?
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.