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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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What application is better suited for a double flared fitting?
To cut a piece of structural steel with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
Commonly receding lines are drawn from the horizontal at 30°, 45° or 60°. If you were to draw a receding line at a 45°, it would be foreshortened by which of the amounts below. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below
There is a set number of steps in the procedure for creating proper joints with thermoplastic piping. Of the answers below, select the one that is closest to that number.
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
There are some good trade practices when using a hand wrench. Of the practices below, which is not one of them?
A square groove double weld commonly has a maximum material thickness of ________. Use the best answer below to fill in the blank.
STD or Sch40 piping is measured by the nominal ______ up to ______ diameter, and by the exact ______ up to ________diameter. Use the choices below to fill in the blanks in order.
There are several different types of labeling or lettering on a drawing. In the picture below how many different types of labeling and/or lettering is there. Choose the best answer from those provided 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.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the one that the black arrow is pointing to in the picture shown?
Of the options below, which one requires both ends of the plastic pipe to be perfectly square?
RTJ gaskets come in two styles. These are which of the following?
Of the options below, which measuring tool would be best suited to getting exact measurements?
(ofc)After manually oxy-fuel cutting a piece of 75 mm plate in half, your journeyman notices that the kerf lines are indicating a 25% lag in the slag stream. What is he trying to tell you? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Weld fittings are available in two configurations, one of these is:
Lift, swing, and non slam are all variations of which type of valve?
You are ordering stud bolts to fasten two flanges together. What thread classification would you order of the following classifications?
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?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the tolerance dimension.
"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?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluids pressure is proportional to ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
Of the choices below, there is one valve that would be best suited to a service that requires regular maintenance.
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?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Appliance valve" variation?
(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?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view butt weld tee?
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?
When heated, metal forms a scale on it's surface. This scale is called what?
(ofc)There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "C".
(ofe)Regulators commonly have three working parts to them. Which of the parts does the the adjusting screw attach to? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Type "DWV" copper tubing has what colour identification strip?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
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?
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?
What tool is in the picture below?
"The process of shaping metal and increasing its strength by hammering or pressing." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
The major difference between machined screws and both wood screws and sheet metal screws is which of the following?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "C" in the picture provided?
0.578 oz/in² is equal to which of the answers below? Choose the best answer that applies
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
Of the options listed below, one is not an advantage of ERS over conventional soldering. Choose which one.
Commonly in oblique drawings, there is a 50% reduction in depth to add realism to the object. Which of the terms below best describes this practice?
A water holding tank has a base of 25.67 m² and a height of 10 m, what is the force acting on the base of the tank? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
These multi-purpose portable fire extinguishers are light, commonly red, and have a short nozzle or a narrow length of hose. Choose from the answers below the one that best applies.
(ofe)Welding torches and cutting torches are similar in most respects. Of the options below, choose the best answer that represents a similarity.
"This Section provides such guidelines to assist those directly responsible for operating, maintaining, and inspecting power boilers." This is the best description of which of the following ASME sections?
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When using a "Robertson" screwdriver, which of the screwdrivers below would you be using?
Of the clothes to wear while cutting, welding or grinding, choose from the answers below the best material to have.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld ball valve?
Omitting this step in the solvent welding of a joint could result in blockage, turbulent flow, and cause pressure loss by restricting the bore of the pipe. Of the answers below, choose the one that applies 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?
"There are many advantages to a vertical band saw. Of the advantages, one stands out as the greatest." Of the answers below, which one best fits that description.
In the WHMIS system, "Infectious materials" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
What tool is in the picture below?
Each substance has it's own rates of expansion and contraction, using the table below find the substance with the greatest amount of expansion per °C. Choose the best answer from those provided below
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
"_________ is an injury caused by freezing of the skin and underlying tissues. First your skin becomes very cold and red, then numb, hard and pale." Use the answers provided to fill in the blank.
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.
(wf)Slow travel speed, weak amperage and improper electrode angle are all included in which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
A welder has set up a temporary fab area in a c-can. He has put 2 portable fans, one in the front and one in the back, in the c-can for ventilation. Based on the information provided, which type of ventilation is he using? Use the terms provided to choose the best answer.
(wf)"The maximum load that a material can support without fracture when being stretched." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When trying to create a splice by twisting wires together, which of the tools below would be the best choice?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a flat faced flange?
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.
When you are going to lubricate an air motor, which of the following would be the best time to do it?
Of the benders below, which will allow kinking in soft tubing?
Puller, Nut adjuster, Hydraulic load coil and Support bridge are all parts of which of the following tools?
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.
"These types of pumps come in a reciprocating and rotary style." This best describes which of the answers below?
There are some good trade practices when using a hammer. Of the practices below, which is not one of them?
You find a workpiece that you are trying to drill a hole in too tough to position under a sensitive or upright drill press. Which of the following answers best solves this problem?
(bs)Of the alloys below, which is the alloy of copper and zinc?
A forged fitting threaded type with a classification of 3000 would have which schedule number of the following?
(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?
Complete the following sentence with the options below. "This Section covers general descriptions, terminology and operation guidelines applicable to steel and cast iron boilers limited to the operating ranges of ASME _______."
(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, with the loss of voluntary muscle control, as it travels through the body?
(ofe)The chemical symbol C₂H₂ best represents which of the following compounds?
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 "F" in the picture provided?
A support that is floor mounted by welding or by anchors, is commonly called which of the following?
Of all the materials that make clothes, there is one type that should never be worn in a industrial workplace. Of the answers below, choose the one that best applies.
"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?
Which of the piping systems below would Bell-end type joints primarily be used in?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Gas cock" variation?
(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?
Of the list below, a try cock is considered what type of valve?
These types of portable fire extinguishers are very heavy, have a conical nozzle, and are commonly bright red. Choose the best answer from the selection below.
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
An Instrument air piping system does not exceed 1673 psi @ 100 degrees F. What class of forged steel fitting in conjunction with Sch 80 piping should be used
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Firing valve" variation?
"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?
(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 of the following torque procedures is the least accurate in regards to getting to proper tension on a studbolt?
What are the two common wall thicknesses for copper tubing?
Calculate the volume of 2.3 lb/ft³ of aluminium that weighs 1479 lbs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Electrical shock accounts for a large number of workplace injuries. Which of the following would not increase the possibility of electrical shock? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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.
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for length?
(wf)A weld defect called "precipitate hardening" is a situation that can lead to which of the below problems? Choose the best answer from those provided