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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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"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?
The codes and regulations that must be followed when working with welded piping and fittings are based apon which of the following?
While fitting a joint you are made aware that there is no wall thickness stamped on the fitting you are going to use. The proper course of action would be?
(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 skin to burn due to an elevated temperature of the exposed area?
There are three parts to a common twist drill. Which of the below is not one of those parts?
A square groove double weld commonly has a maximum material thickness of ________. Use the best answer below to fill in the blank.
(ofc)Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Lockable service valve" variation?
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.
"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?
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?
What tool is pictured below?
The first step in starting a task involving plastic pipe should be? Choose the best answer from the following.
Of the three common forged steel fitting classifications, class 4500 is considered:
Of the answers below, choose the layout tool that would most likely consist of a "Bevel protractor" and a steel rule
(ofe)On oxygen cylinders, there are no seams, neither running up and down nor across. This is due to the manufacturing process that it goes though. Which of the answers below best describes this process?
Wood screws have an unthreaded portion just under the screw head on the shank. Using the options below, what is this portion called?
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?
Which of the following disc designs is the most widely use variation for the gate valve?
(papg) The relationship between the distance around a circle and the distance directly across it is a constant ratio. Which of the terms below best describes the half the distance across a circle?
(se)While welding, what is the result of shortening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
In the WHMIS system, "Corrosive materials" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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.
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a male and female set flange?
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for a small volume?
(se)All electrical conductors resist the flow of current to some degree. Which of the terms below is used to measure this resistance? From the answers below select the one best applies.
(se)When sizing welding cables, which of the cables below would be the largest?
(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.
(wf)Of the answers below, which type of defect occurs when the electrode is not drawn away from the puddle slowly enough?
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.
(ofe)A neutral flame would be best suited to which of the following applications?
(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.
When you are going to lubricate an air motor, which of the following would be the best time to do it?
What tool is in the picture below?
(ofe)All of the following statements regarding an oxygen cylinders are true, except one. Choose the answer that does not belong.
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.
(ws) There are several different types of energy that are released when you are welding or oxy-fuel cutting. Which of the answers below would create the greatest amount of "Ultraviolet rays" while being used?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
On the QC paperwork for the hydrotest that you have up and holding requires absolute pressures. The gauges are holding steady at 35 psi. Which of the answers below best represents the pressure that the QC requires?
(ofc)There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "C".
(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.
When breaking down an element, smallest unit into which it can be divided and still retain its characteristic properties is best describes by which of the terms below?
Which of the welding processes below would welding goggles be worn?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded tee elbow?
There a specific vocabulary when describing the areas of a fillet weld. Which of these terms is represented by "G" in the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
A safety relief valves has a specific relationship with the part in the system that has lowest maximum pressure setting. Of the answers below, choose the one that best reflects this relationship.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "E" in the picture provided?
If you have received 43 widgets out of an order of 378 widgets, what percentage of widgets have been accounted for? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
"This type of breathing apparatus is designed to allow a reserve of air for 5-10 minutes." The answer below that this statement best describes is which one?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
(ofe)The ________ is produced when slightly greater volume of oxygen is mixed with a smaller volume of acetylene. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
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.
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.
(se)The graph below best represents which type of welding machine output? Choose from the best answer from those provided below.
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
A cold water piping system does not exceed 4689 psi @ 100 degrees F. What class of forged steel fitting in conjunction with XXS piping should be used
This type of soldering uses temperatures below 450C or 840F:
(papg) Assessing the surface area of any cylinder involves several calculations. Which of the answers below is determined by the formula "2πr²"?
(papg) The relationship between the distance around a circle and the distance directly across it is a constant ratio. Which of the terms below best describes the distance across a circle?
(mse)The CSA classification of carbon steel SMAW electrodes is metric. Choose the best answer for what the "70" represents, in the answers below.
(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?
When heated, metal forms a scale on it's surface. This scale is called what?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
The code that covers external piping for boilers that create steam or vapour at 15 psig or more, and water at a pressures in excess of 160 psig and/or a temperature in excess of 250F is which of the following?
(ofc)Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
(ofe)When balancing pressures with an oxyacetylene torch, good rule of thumb to calculate "blow away" is _________ per tip size. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
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?
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.
"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 options below, which one relies on the memory of the plastic tube to contract to its original size after the fitting is inserted?
(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)After the fillet weld is complete, the weld profile looks like the green section of the picture below. Which of the terms below best describes this profile?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
Class 6000 fittings are commonly made from which material?
(ofc)Looking at the answers below, which one is not a cause of flashback while using an oxyacetelyne cutting torch? Choose the best answer that applies.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded globe valve?
(se)Which of the terms below best relates to a material or substance that resists the flow of electrical current? Choose your answer from those provided below.
Of the options below, choose the one that best states the primary function of plate rolls.
(ofe)When used in conjunction with a reverse flow check valve , a flashback arrestor is best to be place where on an oxyacetylene setup?
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?
(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?
(se)What type of welding circuit is pictured below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
(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?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "B"?
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
What tool is in the picture below?
You have to hire employees to work 40 hours a week to finish the job. If the job is projected for 3178 hours, how many employees will have to be hired? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
What tool is in the picture below?
(ofe)The most common colour for a oxygen gas hose in an oxyacetylene set up is which of the below?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
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?
What temperature separates soft soldering and brazing?
Globe valves have a distinct disadvantage when compared to a gate valve. From the answers below select the best one.
To cut a piece of structural steel with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
The orientation of a vertical line is commonly referred to as _______ to the horizon. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below to fill in the blank.
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.
The alignment of holes in two or more pieces of plate at the same time can be a challenge. Which of the tool below would be best in this situation?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a tongue and groove flange?
In the WHMIS system, "Compressed gas" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.