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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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With ______ piping, fusion welding, and acid resistant clamps are the the most basic types of joining. Choose from the following to fill in the blank.
Calculate the volume of 2.3 lb/ft³ of aluminium that weighs 1479 lbs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
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.
What type of wrench is pictured 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?
A common 30/70 soft solder contains what percentage of which elements in it's alloy?
(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 cataracts with long term exposure?
The vents of a hydrotest are not in the open position on all of the high points while filling the system. Which of the following is the likely result of this situation when trying to test the system
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.
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
(mse)"This type of material property is measured using a Brinell, or a Rockwell test." This statement best describes which of the properties below?
What are the two common wall thicknesses for copper tubing?
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.
The pressure of the hydraulic torque might warp the flange before the stubot has reached the desired length. From the options bellow, what is the best solution to alleviate this issue?
Which of the states of matter can be defined as having defined mass, but no defined volume or shape? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Of the answers below, which best reflects the name of the drill pictured?
Weld fittings are available in two configurations, one of these is:
(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?
(bs)"This term is a combination of metals or of a metal and another element." Which of the following terms is best described by this statement?
(se)Which of the terms below is used when a sine wave completes a 360° rotation?
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
Files and hacksaws are similar in that they only__________. Use the answers below to complete the sentence.
"While dimensioning drawings, there is one of the following activities that you must avoid doing." Which of the following actions when dimensioning a drawing must be avoided? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below
(se)What is the name of the welding accessory pictured below? Use the answers provided to choose the best one.
(ws) Welding and Oxy-fuel cutting have some specialized safety equipment. Which of the answers below would be the minimum recommended filter plate for medium amperage PAC welding?
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?
Pressure vessels such as pipelines, plumbing, gas cylinders, boilers and fuel tanks can be tested for strength and leaks. From the list below choose the correct testing procedure.
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "B"?
(ofe)"These regulators allow a consistent pressure to be fed to the tool being used. This is true despite the change in inlet pressures." Which of the regulators below is best described by this statement?
The categories of workplace hazards have been broken down to _____ main areas. Using the answers below fill in the blank.
"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?
(wf)Of the types of inclusions below, which would be characteristic of a GTAW process?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld ball 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.
(se)Why are work lead clamps integral to the welding process? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "F".
Calculate the mass of 6.25 ft³ of gold that weighs 3579 lb/ft³. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Of the answers below, which is the best example of the difference between a sensitive drill press and an upright drill press?
When fusion welding a butt joint, what is the suggested size of the root opening? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
(bs)"This alloy is the combination of copper and tin." Which of the metals below is best described by this statement?
"Has a female socket in which pipe is fitted. Fillet welding is done from outside on the pipe." This is the best description of which fitting?
Of the list below, the two most commonly used pressure ratings on fittings are Class 125 and 250.
Typically on a hydrostatic test, the _______ of the fill hose is greater than the high pressure hose. Choose from the following answers to fill in the blank.
In the WHMIS system, "Other poisons" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
What tool is pictured below?
(ofe)The chemical symbol C₂H₂ best represents which of the following compounds?
Which of the following supports are used to support pipe lines with light loads that are subjected to up to 32mm vertical thermal movements?
(bs)In oxy-fuel welding, the two terms "forehand" and "backhand" reference the ________ of the torch, or heat source, to the puddle of the weld. Choose the best answer to fill in the blank from the options below.
Your journeyman has asked you to torque a 4" #150 flange to 50 ft/lbs. This represents 30% of the total torque, which of the answers below best represents the full torque value?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld tee?
Of the options below, which measuring tool would be best suited to getting exact measurements?
When selecting a flux, what is the most important consideration to be made?
(wf)Weld faults can happen even before the welding has occurred. Which of the answers below best describes the number of common types of pre-weld dimensional defects?
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "D".
Compression type fittings for copper tube are generally made from which of the following materials?
For material that is ⅜" to 1" thick, the most common type of joint preparation would be which of the following. Choose the best answer that applies
Which of the following codes applies to high temperature water is generated at pressures exceeding 160 psig and/or temperatures exceeding 250 degrees F?
"The process of shaping metal and increasing its strength by hammering or pressing." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
Downstream of the second stage of the compressor, but upstream of the moisture separator, should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
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.
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When trying to hold a tube to prevent it from spinning, which of the tools below would be the best choice?
You are part of a crew that is hydrotesting a 40 m, 50 mm, Sch 60 alloy pipe. It is set up horizontally, north to south, on pipestands with a gauge at both ends. According to the principles of hydrostatics, what will the gauges read when the test is up and holding at 45 kPa? choose the best answer from the options below.
(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?
"When looking at this type of drawing, the views most commonly seen are right side, top and front." Which of the terms below is best described by this statement?
"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.
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.
What type of punch is pictured below?
What is the name of the grinder pictured 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.
(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?
The materials that butt weld fittings can be made from include:
This type of layout tool consists of two parts, a "Beam" and a "Blade". Which of the following tools best fits this description?
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "P" represent in this formula?
(ofe)On every oxygen cylinder there is an overpressurization safety device. Of the answers below, choose the best name for this device.
In the WHMIS system, the two types of labels that are the most commonly used are? Use the answers provided.
If the piping isometric that you are working off of has a 1:20 metric reduced scale to it, what is the actual length of the workpiece of you measure 45mm on the print? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Of the list below, before adding the flux to a capillary soldered joint, what must be done?
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
There are several steps to consider when soldering on a valve. Of the list choose the one that dose not apply
(ofe)The safe working pressure of acetylene is 15 psi. As the temperature of the gas increases, this pressure will change. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below to explain what this change will be.
"Has a gasket surface in the same plane as the bolting circle face." Is the best description of which fitting?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "C"?
What tool is in the picture below?
A small system has been filled and is ready to pressure up. Which of the pumps below would be the best to use for this test?
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?
(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 sensation of a mild shock as it travels through the body?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Curb stop valve" variation?
What type of copper tube is most commonly used in fabricating a hydronic systems?
"This gasket material is generally used in low pressure, low temperature applications." Which of the materials below best fits this description?
In a piping system fittings can be used in a variety of situations, one of those is:
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.
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?
You are working with an isometric drawing that has dimensions in imperial measurements. Your journeyman has asked you to convert several measurements to inches. These measurements include 6', 4.5', 3'7" and 2'4". Choose the best answer below to reflect the total number of inches.
What is the name of the cutter pictured below?
Which parts of an ASPT or NPT are flattened slightly?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "F" in the picture provided?
Complete this equation. 5⅘ x 2⅜ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.
There are some specific weld faults that can occur with a fillet weld. Which of these faults is represented by the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
There are a number of lines on the edge of any rule. Which of the terms below best corresponds to these lines?