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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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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.
Lines that are not perpendicular nor are parallel to a vertex are called which term? Choose the best one that applies from the options below.
Class 6000 fittings are commonly made from which material?
Generally, plastic compression fittings come in how many types? Choose from the answers below.
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Main stop valve" variation?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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?
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded tee elbow?
(ofe)A carbonizing flame would be best suited to which of the following applications?
Which of the below would be the best fitting to prevent damage from a pressure surge to a gauge on a hydrostatic 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?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
Which of the following situations would a scribe be the best layout tool of choice? Use the following situations for your answer.
After the second tack is in place, what is the tool most commonly used to maintain the gap?
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
Which answer below best represents the type of cutting machine in the picture provided?
"The destruction of a metal or an alloy because of chemical or electrochemical reaction with its surrounding environment or medium."
(wf)"This term refers to a physical property of a material which describes the ability of a material containing a crack to resist further cracking."
"The standard filler is normally sufficient for applications up to 900º F. Other soft fillers are available for higher temperatures or special applications. The choice of the metal used for the jacketed part of the fitting would depend upon the corrosive conditions being encountered." This is the best description of which of the following fittings?
The type of gauge that is most commonly used in pressure testing would be one that has a ________ date stamped or labeled on it for easy recorded by QA/QC.
(ofc)There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "C".
(se)If you wanted a narrower bead, that has deeper penetration, which of the following techniques would be best suited for the task? Choose the best answer from the options below.
The common elements that all fluxes have are listed except for one. Select the one that does not apply.
(papg) There are several different methods to calculate the grade of a slope. Which of the methods below would only be used for imperial measurements only?
A threaded fitting you are trying to reclaim has been cross threaded. Which of the items below would be best to attempt to salvage the fitting?
RTJ gaskets come in two styles. These are which of the following?
Calculate the density of 4 ft³ of copper that weighs 367 lbs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Complete this equation. 15⁷⁄₈ - 4 ⅙ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.
"The term for the dimensioning instrument that is used for notation and commonly at a 45° angled straight line." Which of the terms below best represents 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?
"Machined from a single piece of metal that is cut to match the pipe size, fit between two pipe flanges and requires an additional gasket when it is installed. Also, the bolts will need to be lengthened depending on what piping class and size of the fitting is used." This is the best description of which fitting?
(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?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a tongue and groove flange?
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?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(wf)Almost all electrode rods are kept in a container to protect them from the elements. Which of the following weld defects would this be the best form of protection from?
When dealing with welding gases and fumes, it is a good practice to limit your exposure to them. The first option to reduce exposure to these fumes and gases is to weld in which of the following locations?
In the WHMIS system, "Oxidizing material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Type "L" copper tube has which colour identification strip?
(ofc)Of the following answers, which is the best one for the torch pictured below?
Class 6050 is a classification of which fitting type?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured 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?
(wf)In during a welded joint, the input of heat must be controlled. Which of the issues could result in a weld where the heat input was not controlled well? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Copper tube pressure fittings can be used on copper tube DWV piping systems.
Of the clothes to wear while cutting, welding or grinding, choose from the answers below the best material to have.
Spiral wound gaskets have 6 identifiers on them, which of the below is not one?
(ofe)On every oxygen cylinder there is an overpressurization safety device. Of the answers below, choose the best name for this device.
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the answer from the ones provided that best describes the method of dimensioning.
If the piping isometric that you are working off of has a ¼":1' reduced scale to it, what is the print length of the workpiece if it measures 12' on the bench? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
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?
Of the benders below, which will allow kinking in soft tubing?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "A"?
Every hacksaw blade has a "set". This particular "set" has every tooth bent slightly to the side and in the opposite direction of the one in front of it. Of the answers below, choose the best "set" to match this description.
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "A".
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When trying to cut wires in an extremely tight spot, which of the tools below would be the best choice?
Which form of corrosion(s) is aided by an increase in temperature? Choose the best answer from the options below.
When marking the cut on a 250mm (10") diameter pipe, what tool should be used to be assured that the mark is the same measurement all the way around the pipe?
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.
(v) Individual types of valve have certain characteristics. Which of the valves below, when partially opened, would suffer from wire-drawing of the disc and seat?
(ofc)Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given 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.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Cock stop valve" variation?
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.
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.
If you were trying to depict the inside workings of an item, you which of the following orthographic views would be best for the task?
(bs)In accordance to the specifications set out by AWS, which of the following symbols would be placed on a package of silver filler metals? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
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.
(ofe)On every acetylene cylinder there is an overpressurization safety device. Of the answers below, choose the best name for this device.
If you are asked to install PVC piping for a drainage system, what colour must the pipe and solvent be? Choose the best answer from the options below.
(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?
What type of punch is pictured below?
Fluxes in soldering are also known by another term, choose the best term that would be used in place of "fluxes".
What tool is pictured below?
(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 outer layer of skin and the next layer, the dermis?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "E"?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "A" in the picture provided.
Of the options below, which one relies on the memory of the plastic tube to contract to its original size after the fitting is inserted?
(ws) Welding and Oxy-fuel cutting have some specialized safety equipment. Which of the answers below would be the minimum recommended filter plate for low amperage PAC welding?
Concrete anchors have two broad categories. Of the choices below, select the ones that apply.
(mse)The CSA classification of carbon steel SMAW electrodes is metric. Choose the best answer for what the "70" represents, in the answers below.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld ball valve?
(ws) There are several different types of energy that are released when you are welding or oxy-fuel cutting. "Visible light rays" Would best be defined by which type of energy below?
Your isometric calls for a weld neck, raised face, 900 PSI rating, flange. Is this the correct flange to use?
(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?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
(wf)A tapered transition ratio of _________ is commonly thought to be acceptable by numerous codes. Use the answers given below to find the best ratio to fill in the blank.
Of the selection of units below, which would be best used to describe pressure?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld globe valve?
If you are bypassing or modifying a ground connection, you are creating what kind of hazard?
There are several sizes of portable hand drills. How are they rated? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
What temperature separates soft soldering and brazing?
(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?
In the picture below, what type of joining system is being used? Use the best answer from the ones provided below.
Looking at the following terms, choose the best answer that is not associated with a characteristic of a gas.
Your journeyman asks you to fill out the following print with measurements. What method of dimensioning are they having you do? Choose from the best answer from the ones provided below.
"A substance that undergoes a ___________, doesn't chemically alter what the substance is." Choose from the options below to best fill in the blank in this statement.