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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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Which forged steel fitting classification does not have a schedule number?
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.
What tool is pictured below?
(mse)"Loads that change in either size, position or direction, are considered to be________ loads." This statement best describes which of the terms provided?
What tool is in the picture below?
When comparing STD, XS and XXS wall thicknesses on typical piping, STD piping has:
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "C"?
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?
(se)When sizing welding cables, which of the cables below would be the largest?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Firing valve" variation?
(ofe)"Fusion welding with an oxidizing flame on this type of material will cause welds that are porous, oxidized, and brittle." This statement best describes which of the metals below?
(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.
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #6 is best represented by which answer below?
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
"The space between the OD of the tube being fitted and the bore of the fitting." This is the best description of which soldering term below?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of water in metric measurement.
"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?
There are a number of lines on the edge of any rule. Which of the terms below best corresponds to these lines?
(ofe)Of the flame types for the oxyacetylene torch, which of them burns the hottest at the tip of the cone? Choose the best answer from the ones 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.
The classification of ferrous piping includes all of the following except for one. Choose the pipe that is not ferrous.
Using the terms provided, choose the best one that would be described as a substance that cannot be be chemically reduced into simpler components.
What is the name of the cutter 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.
There are 4 principal parts to the head of a hammer. Of these 4 parts, there are only two that are opposite of each other, what are they called? Of the answers below, choose the one that best applies.
(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.
"_________ 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.
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
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.
"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?
Which of the welding processes below would welding goggles be worn?
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?
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?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "C" in the picture provided.
Calculate the mass of 6.25 ft³ of gold that weighs 3579 lb/ft³. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
There is a mutual attraction that causes like molecules them to cling to each another. This property is best describes by which of the following terms?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #1 is best represented by which answer below?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the arc dimension.
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Main stop valve" variation?
In a piping system fittings can be used in a variety of situations, one of those is:
(ofe)Of the answers below, which is the best oxyacetylene term for the explosive condition that occurs upstream the mixer and can include all of the components in the outfit including the regulator.
These manufacturer installed items must be removed before the piping is put into operation, but not before the Variable Spring Hanger is installed and fully loaded. Of the selections below, which items best fits this description?
(ofe)When using your oxyacetylene torch, if your gas speed is lower that the speed of flame propagation, what will the outcome be?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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.
Downstream of the second stage of the compressor, but upstream of the moisture separator, should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
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?
What is the name of the ginder pictured below?
(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 box open to atmosphere?
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?
Of all the tools listed below, what is the preferred method for cutting tube under 3/4"?
(ofe)When the work that is being performed is not dependent on the pressure delivered from the cylinder being used, which style of regulator would most commonly used?
Calculate the mass of 2.75 m³ of stainless steel that weighs 3790 kg/m³. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
(ws) Radiant energy released by a welding arc is far stronger than that of the sun, or other sources. Exposed skin will take a smaller amount of time to reach the same severity of burn with the sun, which of the answers below corresponds to that accelerated time?
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.
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
Of the benders below, which will allow kinking in soft tubing?
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.
(se)Why are work lead clamps integral to the welding process? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of air, in imperial measurement, at STP.
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
This type of soldering uses temperatures below 450C or 840F:
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.
Choose the best answer below that is the density of air at STP in metric measurement.
(ofc)Generally in oxy-fuel cutting, when heat is applied to steel ranging from 760°C to 870°C, this is commonly referred to as which of the terms below? Choose the best answer from the options provided.
When installing a new valve into an existing piping system you find that the flange bolt holes are threaded UNC. The original line also has tapped bolt holes, but are UNF. The valve installation details requires a nut on the valve flange, the line specification requires a fastener with a nut on both ends. Which of the solutions below would satisfy all of the specifications?
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.
"Heat number" is a designation that can be replaced by which term?
Which of the following torque procedures is the least accurate in regards to getting to proper tension on a studbolt?
(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.
In wet sprinkler systems, there is different tube that can be used. Choose the answer below that has all of them.
"This type of drill is only for up to ½" holes that need to be precise." Choose the answer below that is best described by the statement.
(wf)Which answer below best describes the undesireable situation shown by the three black arrows?
"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?
Complete this equation. 15⁷⁄₈ - 4 ⅙ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.
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.
(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 the sensation of a painful shock as it travels through the body?
Type "DWV" copper tubing has what colour identification strip?
Convert 0.67 to the the nearest practical fraction. Choose the best answer from the ones below
(v) There is a wide variety of valve styles used in industry today. Which of the valves below would be best used to eliminate backflow in a system?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
(ofc)There are two basic techniques to pierce a hole in plate steel. Choose the one that best applies from the answers 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 force?
Weld fittings are available in two configurations, one of these is:
(wf)While welding, water and other liquids get caught up in the weld. These produces voids of gas when the weld cools. Which of the terms below best describes these voids?
(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?
The fraction ⅜ is equal to which of the fractions below? Choose the best answer from the ones provided.
Under the Workers compensation act, are apprentices and learners entitled to compensation?
(se)"An type of material that allows the flow of an electrical current in one or more directions." The best answer that this statement describes is which of the following?
(ws) There are several different types of energy that are released when you are welding or oxy-fuel cutting. ""Ultraviolet rays" Would best be defined by which type of energy below?
What is the pressure exerted by 1 ft² of water? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(ofc)Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
(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?
(se)"This device limits electrical flow to one direction." This statement best describes which of the devices below?
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
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.