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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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Of all the tools listed below, what is the preferred method for cutting tube under 3/4"?
When comparing STD, XS and XXS wall thicknesses on typical piping, XXS piping has:
"Used to keep a piping line level, or to assure that the proper amount of grade is uniform where needed." This is the best description of which of the following items.
(se)The distance from the molten pool of the weld to the end of the electrodes core wire is called the arc length. A distance that is ________ of the diameter of the electrodes core wire is considered normal. Choose from the following options the best answer to fill the blank.
Type "M" copper tubing has what colour identification strip?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "D" in the picture provided?
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "C".
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?
(ofe)When using your oxyacetylene torch, if your gas speed is lower that the speed of flame propagation, what will the outcome be?
What is the name of the reamer pictured below?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld 45° elbow?
Because of various stresses, fasteners to be used in the piping industry are designed for what type of load?
"The temperature of a metal, below which the substance is entirely solid." The best term to fit this description from the group below is?
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.
(ofe)An acetylene bottle has a specific volumetric capacity. The cylinder should not be emptied more then one _______ of that capacity per hour. Choose the best answer to fill in the blank from the ones 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.
The Variation in a gate valve's design is in the disc. How many types of disc variations are there for a gate valve?
In the WHMIS system, "Other poisons" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
A support that is floor mounted by welding or by anchors, is commonly called which of the following?
(wf)The welding surface may contain discontinuities from the style of preparation. From the answers below, choose the best one that describes discontinuities from a surfaced prepped by gouging. blades.
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.
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?
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "C".
What tool is in the picture below?
"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?
(wf)Dimensional defects would include all of the following defects except one. Of the answers below choose the one that is not a dimensional defect.
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "C"?
"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?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "I" in the picture provided?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view butt weld tee?
These materials can be cooled and heated several times without any change in their chemistry or mechanical properties. This allows them to be formed and re-formed into different shapes" This is the best description of which of the terms below?
(se)While welding, what is the result of lengthening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When trying rotate a 2" length of pipe, which of the tools below would be the best choice?
"A pressure regulator's primary function is to match the flow of gas through the regulator, while maintaining a consistent output pressure, to the demand for gas placed upon it." Why is this item required for most pneumatic tools?
(ofc)When inspecting your oxy-acetylene cut after cutting a piece of 50 mm plate, you notice that the bottom of the kerf line is slightly behind the top of the same line. Which of the terms below best expresses this condition?
A 10 meter piece of brass pipe that has an operating temperature of 85°C and pressure of 34 kPa/m². This line was originally installed At -15°C, what is the total linear expansion in meters for this line? Choose the best answer from the ones supplied below.
"Easy rotation of the piping to allow for even wearing of the pipe in an abrasive application." This is the best description of which of the plastic pipe joining types below?
(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.
Calculate the mass of 2.75 m³ of stainless steel that weighs 3790 kg/m³. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 45° elbow?
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.
Plastic pipe can move slowly in hangers. This is due to temperature changes that have an effect on the expansion and contraction of the pipe. This mechanism is commonly called which of the 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?
The materials that butt weld fittings can be made from include:
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
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.
At the warehouse, they have received an exchanger. You look at the waybill, and see that it was discounted 3 separate times for 15%, 12% and 6% each. If the original price was $45,692, which of the answers below best represents the final purchase price?
With regard to fitting a threaded joint, the length of the threads that is engaged inside the fitting is called by which of these terms?
(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.
"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.
(ofe)"Carefully controlled tolerances are required to manufacture quality cutting tips. One-piece tips that are used in the cutting process with acetylene are generally made from ________ to endure the heat generated. To produce exact holes for these tips, they are machined, drilled, and swaged over special wires." Select the best answer from the ones below to fill in the blank
(mse)"Operational characteristics of an electrode can be controlled in several ways. One of those ways is by the different composition of the flux coating." Choose from the answers below the coating that does not apply to this statement.
There are a number of lines on the edge of any rule. Which of the terms below best corresponds to these lines?
(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?
(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 range of flammability of 2.3%-9.5% in air.
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.
Of the options below, which one requires both ends of the plastic pipe to be perfectly square?
What are the two common wall thicknesses for copper tubing?
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)Of the types of inclusions below, which would be characteristic of a GMAW process?
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?
Your journeyman has asked you to cut them 6 pieces of 4' Sch 80 pipe 3' 7". The only piece of pipe you can find is a 20 foot full length. How many pieces will you be able to cut out of this length? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(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.
All of the below are common disadvantages of using plastic pipe except one. Choose the answer that is not a disadvantage.
The air has a density of _________ at STP, based on 101 kPa and 0°C. Use the best answer below to fill in the blank.
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.
Which of the following torque procedures is the least accurate in regards to getting to proper tension on a studbolt?
"When required to make a square cut off line on a pipe, this coiled layout tool made of gasket material is commonly used." Which of the tools below best fits this description?
(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.
(v) Some valves can be used for throttling services. Which of the valves below would be restricted in a throttling service to a minimum of 30° and a maximum of 80° of the disc opening?
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?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a raised face flange?
From this description, choose the correct pipe support. "A piece of pipe, to support a line, that is mitered and welded to the back of an elbow."
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?
There are some good trade practices when using a hand wrench. Of the practices below, which is not one of them?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "C" in the picture provided?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure at an altitude of 3000 feet above sea level?
(papg) Assessing the surface area of any cylinder involves several calculations. Which of the answers below is determined by the formula "2πr²"?
In the drawing provided, there is a column at the northwest corner of the entrance. It's location is best represented by which of the following answers below?
(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 up at 2%?
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
(wf)"This is the term used for the point where the material begins to have permanent deformation." This statement best describes which of the terms below?
(se)On a brand new joint, when welding the last pass, what arc length should be used? Choose the best answer from the options given below.
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. From the information in the provided picture, select the best answer to describe the method of dimensioning.
"A deterioration of a metal by both mechanical means and chemical means over a period of time." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
"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?
A common 30/70 soft solder contains what percentage of which elements in it's alloy?
With the options below complete the following sentence. "Rules governing the fabrication of power boilers is found in ASME ________"
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?
(bs)Of the alloys below, which is the alloy of copper and zinc?
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "D" represent in this formula?
(ws) Welding and Oxy-fuel cutting have some specialized safety equipment. Which of the answers below would be the minimum safety eye-ware required for Oxy-fuel cutting or welding?
(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?
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.
There a specific vocabulary when describing the areas of a fillet weld. Which of these terms is represented by "J" in the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
The categories of workplace hazards have been broken down to _____ main areas. Using the answers below fill in the blank.
A soldered or compression fitting is _______ than a flared fitting.
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?
Twist drill sizes are designated by four methods. Which of the following answers is not one of them.