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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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Which of the following answers best describes the advantage of preparing a joint with a U groove over the Vee groove style?
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.
(se)While welding, what is the result of shortening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(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?
There a specific vocabulary when describing the areas of a fillet weld. Which of these terms is represented by "B" in the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
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 "B" in the picture provided?
Water distribution systems made from PE piping have a maximum operating temperature. What is that temperature? Choose from the options below.
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?
"A process in which a liquid metal is somehow delivered into a mold." This statement is the best description of which term below?
(ofe)Of the gases below, choose the one that has the highest flame temperature in its neutral state.
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?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Pilot valve" variation?
This type of soldering uses temperatures below 450C or 840F:
(ws) While welding, there may be contact with extremely hot metals, slag and sparks. Which of the answers below best relates to damage being done to the outer layer of skin and the next layer, the dermis?
Of all the valves below, which would have close to the same flow characteristics as a globe pattern straight valve?
A 35 meter piece of copper pipe that the first 10 m section has an operating temperature of 105°C and pressure of 34 kPa/m² until a restriction, then the temperature and pressure both drop by 15 for the remainder of the line. The entire line was originally installed at -25°C, what is the total linear expansion in meters for this line? Choose the best answer from the ones supplied below.
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #6 is best represented by which answer below?
"The destruction of a metal or an alloy because of chemical or electrochemical reaction with its surrounding environment or medium."
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
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.
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Corporation stop valve" variation?
What is the name of the ginder pictured below?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
What tool is pictured 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?
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 picture provided?
(se)"The electrical force that retains the arc while the welding work is being done." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
(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 1:46 mm?
(ofe)In a carbonizing oxyacetylene flame, the length of the feather indicates which of the conditions below? Choose the best answer from the following.
You have just installed a small vessel on site, the height is 29' and the base has a 9' diameter. What is the force exerted on the pad that it sits on when completely full of water? choose the best answer from those provided below.
(se)Which device below uses one or more diodes to restrict current to flow to one direction, changing AC to DC in the process? From the answers below, choose the best one.
When dealing with welding gases and fumes, it is a good practice to limit your exposure to them. The first option to reduce exposure to these fumes and gases is to weld in which of the following locations?
"These drawing tools as commonly used with a T-square to produce vertical and angled lines." Of the tools below, which is best described by this statement?
Of the choices below, there is one valve that would be best suited to a service that requires regular maintenance.
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.
(se)What is the name of the welding accessory pictured below? Use the answers provided to choose the best one.
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
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.
All butt weld fittings must have _____ pieces of information stamped on them.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded globe valve?
Calculate the volume of 2.3 lb/ft³ of aluminium that weighs 1479 lbs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
When "WPB" is stamped on a butt weld fitting, that designates which of the below?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
(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.
"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.
What is the name of the cutter pictured 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?
(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 from in²?
What tube would be commonly used in fabricating a radiant heating system?
(se)If a welding machine is left on, but no work is being done with it, what type of voltage is at the output terminals? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
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.
(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?
Of the options listed below, one is not an advantage of ERS over conventional soldering. Choose which one.
(se)Which answer best describes the device that can increase the frequency of an AC current, or change DC to AC? Choose your answer from the ones provided below
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.
The height of a free standing or rolling scaffold is restricted to no more than 3 times the smallest base dimension. This guideline comes from which of the acts below?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured 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?
To keep your back healthy, there are several steps in lifting objects. Of the following, choose the one that would not apply.
"A mixture of substances (in fixed proportions) that melts and solidifies at a single temperature that is lower than the melting points of the separate constituents or of any other mixture of them." Is the best description of which of the soldering terms below?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Firing valve" variation?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
The codes and regulations that must be followed when working with welded piping and fittings are based apon which of the following?
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?
Convert ¹¹⁄₁₆ to a percentage. select the best answer from the ones 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?
What application is better suited for a double flared fitting?
Piping that you have to be order for a job needs to be absolutely devoid of any surface contamination. Which of the following finishes will you ask to have put on your piping?
Spiral wound gaskets have 6 identifiers on them, which of the below is not one?
(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?
Before entering a container to work, your Journeyman asks for a gas test to be done. The foreman agrees and puts the sniffer close to the floor of the container. Of the following answers, which gas would he be testing for?
Non ferrous piping has three distinguishing characteristics. Contains no iron, and not susceptible to oxidization are two. Of the following list , pick the third.
A typical file generally has one of four basic cuts. Which of the below is not one of those cuts?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Cock stop valve" variation?
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "B"?
Of the selection below choose which measurement this sentence best describes. "Not widely used for gas pressures, This measurement is mostly used in materials science, where the tensile strength of a material is measured as a large number of psi."
(ofe)The proper procedure for shutting down an oxyacetylene outfit takes an number of steps. Of the answers below, choose the one that represents these number of steps.
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a ring joint flange?
There are a number of lines on the edge of any rule. Which of the terms below best corresponds to these lines?
(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 relationship between the distance around and the full distance across a circle?
(ofe)The most common colour for a fuel gas hose in an oxyacetylene set up is which of the below?
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 picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the answer from the ones provided that best describes the method of dimensioning.
(wf)"Foreign materials trapped in the weld metal at continuous or randomly spaced intervals." This statement best describes which of the defects below?
(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?
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
"Joining two metal surfaces by melting an alloy so that it forms a thin layer between the surfaces." This id the best definition of which of the terms below?
In the WHMIS system, "Corrosive materials" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
A plug valve is quick to open or quick to close. Another way of describing that profile is which of the following?
Calculate the relative density of a steel at 2357 lb/ft³ with water at 62.4 lb/ft³. Select the best answer from the ones provided below.
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?
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 "I" in the picture provided?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
"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?
Good trade practice is a 4:1 ratio when using an extension ladder. From which piece of legislation does the practice originate from?
(se)While welding, what is the result of leangthening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(ofc)There are two basic techniques to pierce a hole in plate steel. Choose the one that best applies from the answers below.