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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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What tool is pictured below?
What type of punch is 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 "C" in the picture provided?
"The reaction caused by contact between metals and oxygen molecules." Is the best definition of which of the terms below?
"A substance that undergoes a ___________, there is a release or absorption of energy as a new substance is formed." Choose from the options below to best fill in the blank in this statement.
Occupational exposure limits have threshold limits. There are three of these threshold limits that are used, of the answers provided, which is not a value used?
(ofc)At what point, when cutting with oxy-fuel, should the cutting oxygen slowly be introduced?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Gas cock" variation?
What tool is in the picture below?
(se)While welding, what is the result of lengthening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
You are asked to cut a mark on a 50mm piece of pipe with a 5" grinder. Which of the tools below would be the best to secure the pipe for cutting?
The code that covers all piping that transport fluids is which of the following?
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.
"This piece of legislation came into effect in 1915. This act deals primarily with compensation, medical aid and rehabilitation of a worker due to a job-related injury." Which of the answers 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?
In the WHMIS system, "Dangerously reactive material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
There are some good trade practices when using a hammer. Of the practices below, which is not one of them?
What is the pressure exerted by 1 ft² of water? Choose the best answer from those 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?
"This operation of this type of chuck is with an external collar that you hand turn." This statement best describes which of the chucks 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.
(v) There is a wide variety of valve styles used in industry today. Which of the valves below would be best used to eliminate a reversal of flow in a system?
When using a portable fire extinguisher to fight a fire, why is it important to aim at the base of the fire?
(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?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Some wheels become loaded with debris, or glazing becomes an issue. Of the answers below, choose the best method to solve these problems.
The intensity of sound is measured in dBA. In the workplace the suggested dBA level for wearing hearing protection over an 8 hour day would be which of the below?
It is a good trade practice to transport gas cylinders secured and upright. From which act below did this practice come from?
(ofe)One of the components in a oxyacetylene outfit is required to deliver a pressure that is consistent despite source pressure fluctuations. Which of the following components best fits this function?
A cold water piping system does not exceed 3000 psi @ 100 degrees F. What weight of pipe is required with class 3000 forged steel fitting?
In the WHMIS system, "Acute poisons" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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?
Typical hanger spacing for 50 mm cast iron pipe is 3.0 m. Using that information, how many hangers are needed on a 13 m horizontal run?
This type of soldering uses temperatures below 450C or 840F:
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
Copper tube DWV fittings can be used on copper pressure piping systems
(papg) Determining the surface area of any box involves several calculations. Which of the answers below best describes the number of sides that are involved in determining the surface area of a fully enclosed box?
What is the name of the grinder pictured below?
Your journeyman is fitting up a joint and asks you to check to see if the pipe is "plumb". Which way would you hold the level to get that information? From the following options, choose the best answer.
To cut a piece of structural steel with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
Of the list below, a try cock is considered what type of valve?
Loss of head for a valve or fitting has an equivalent in a length of the same size pipe. Which valve, a gate or an angle globe (both fully open), would have the highest losses?
From the following answers, choose the best one that represents the radiant energy hazard produced by Non-destructive testing.
If you were to completely show a workpiece in an orthographic projection, how many views would be required as a minimum? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "F".
Of the options below, choose the one that best represents a manual actuator for a gate valve in an inaccessible area.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
(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 GTAW welding?
(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.
(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.
Self-Drilling anchors are considered to be this type of anchor. Choose from the following answers.
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "D" in the picture provided.
(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 SMAW welding?
Convert ⁷⁄₁₅ to a decimal. Choose the best answer from the ones below
What tool is in the picture below?
The coolest place possible should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
(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?
This design of this fastener allows you to secure the object though holes that are drilled in the piece beforehand. Which of the following fasteners is designed in the same manner?
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.
Around most construction tasks, eye protection is important. The selection of eye protection will rest mainly with which of the following answers? Choose the best one that applies.
Of the following supports, choose the one that is an example of a constant support hanger.
The Variation in a gate valve's design is in the disc. How many types of disc variations are there for a gate valve?
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?
Compression type fittings for copper tube are generally made from which of the following materials?
(papg) When calculating the area of a shape, you would use the terms "length" and "width". Which of the terms below represents the "length" of a 90° triangle?
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When trying to bend wires in an extremely tight spot, which of the tools below would be the best choice?
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.
"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)There is a great variety of ______ . This encompasses any flaw that compromises the acceptable standard for a weld. Choose the best answer to fill in the blanks from the ones provided below.
(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 elevation between two ends of a sloped pipe?
(papg) Assessing the surface area of any cylinder involves several calculations. Which of the answers below is determined by the formula "2πr²"?
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.
A fume extracting welding gun works well with which other source of ventilation? Choose the best answer from the choices below
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #3 is best represented by which answer below?
A dielectric union would be placed into lines to prevent which condition?
When buying a ______ solder, the ______ content is always listed first. Fill in the blanks from the options below.
If you needed to place new threads on the inside of a fitting, which of these tools would be best?
(ws) There are several different types of energy that are released when you are welding or oxy-fuel cutting. "Infrared rays" Would best be defined by which type of energy below?
When heated, metal forms a scale on it's surface. This scale is called what?
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "T" represent in this formula?
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.
Which of the answers below best describes the units for relative density?
A small percentage of fuels, when exposed to air, water, or heat under normal condition will chemically react. These fuels are classed as which of the below?
(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?
Which of the following supports has a hardened steel cup set screw?
(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?
In the WHMIS system, the two types of labels that are the most commonly used are? Use the answers provided.
(se)"This device limits electrical flow to one direction." This statement best describes which of the devices below?
(ofe)On the jobsite you have to cut 200 mm plate, and have to heat a large hoarding from the same supply. Of the gases below, choose the gas that would best fill both of these requirements.
(wf)"This term refers to the physical property of a material to resist plastic deformation, penetration or indentation." Which of the following terms is best described by this statement?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of water in imperial measurement.
Of the options below, what is the following sentence describing? "This is a mechanism that mechanically joins or affixes two or more objects together."
"The ability of a body to resist a distorting influence and to return to its original size and shape when that influence or force is removed." This is the best definition of which of the terms 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 severe muscle contractions and burns as it travels through the body?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
A common 30/70 soft solder contains what percentage of which elements in it's alloy?
(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, loss of voluntary muscle control and difficulty breathing, as it travels through the body?
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.
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.
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?