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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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In every piping system, a specific fitting should be installed for control of flow and pressure. Of the choices below, which fitting(s) would best apply?
(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 down at ³⁄₁₆"/ft?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
The type of gauge that is most commonly used in pressure testing would be one that has a ________ date stamped or labeled on it for easy recorded by QA/QC.
(mse)The slag from the welding process has several important functions. Of the answers below choose the best one that does not apply.
Some wheels become loaded with debris, or glazing becomes an issue. Of the answers below, choose the best method to solve these problems.
(bs)This filler metal is most commonly used with cobalt alloys, and applications that have an extremely high service temperature." This statement describes which of the filler metals below best?
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
(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 distance between two ends of a sloped pipe?
Of the options below, which measuring tool would be best suited to getting exact measurements?
The volume of all solids and liquids changes as the temperature of the substance rises and falls. Choose the best answer that represents the change in volume when water transforms to ice.
"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?
(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 sensation of a mild shock as it travels through the body?
What is the name of the cutter pictured below?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
What is the name of the reamer pictured below?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of air at STP in metric measurement.
"This gas irritates sensitive skin and mucous membranes. It is non-flammable, has an unpleasant odour, and is colourless." This statement best describes which of the following gases?
(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?
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.
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 "A" in the picture provided?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "B" in the picture provided?
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When tightening a wide variety of bolts in one place, which of the wrenches below would best be suited for the job?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(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
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?
What tool is pictured below?
(se)This term expresses the pressure from an electrical circuit's power source that produces pressure to push a current through a circuit, enabling them to do work. From the terms provided, choose the one that best applies.
(wf)"The maximum load that a material can support without fracture when being stretched." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
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.
______ type compression joints are also commonly referred to as ______ as well as sleeveless type.
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 first step in starting a task involving plastic pipe should be? Choose the best answer from the following.
"Generally concrete screws are fasteners considered _________ and have applications with _______ loads." Choose from the answers below to fill in the blanks.
On any angle grinder and grinding disk there is an RPM rating. What is the relationship between the rating of the grinder and the rating of the disk? Choose the best answer from the ones below
In the WHMIS system, the two types of labels that are the most commonly used are? Use the answers provided.
You are ordering stud bolts to fasten two flanges together. What thread classification would you order of the following classifications?
Using the terms provided, choose the best one that would be described as a substance that cannot be be chemically reduced into simpler components.
All butt weld fittings must have _____ pieces of information stamped on them.
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
"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.
Loss of head for a valve or fitting has an equivalent in a length of the same size pipe. Which valve, a gate or an angle globe (both fully open), would have the highest losses?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld tee?
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
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?
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.
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a flat faced flange?
After seal welding a box, the painters ask how much paint they are going to need to coat the outside. The box is 230 mm long, 450 mm high and 375 mm wide. Of the answers below, choose the best one that reflects this number.
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a tongue and groove flange?
Code B149.1-05 covers which of the following?
(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?
There are a number of hydrostatic principles, which of the answers below best encompasses them all?
Of the selection of units below, which would be best used to describe pressure?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
(papg) Areas and surface areas can be measured in metric. Which of the answers below would represent the proper time to convert mm into m in a calculation?
"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?
A support that is floor mounted by welding or by anchors, is commonly called which of the following?
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 International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for energy?
(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
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "A"?
(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
"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?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
(ofc)A compound commonly used in oxy-fuel operations is derived from a combination of water and calcium carbide. Which of the chemical symbols below best represents this hydrocarbon gas?
What tool is pictured below?
Weld fittings are available in two configurations, one of these is:
What type of punch is pictured below?
(ofc)Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
Type "DWV" copper tubing has what colour identification strip?
(ofc)Oxygen should have a purity of 99.5% or higher for oxy-fuel cutting. The cutting speed will be an estimated ¾ of normal and the expenditure in cutting oxygen will increase approximately ¼ of normal for each _______ drop in purity percentage form optimum. Use the answers provided to select the best one to fill in the blank.
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 "D" in the picture provided?
Of the methods to render a container safe for hotwork, which of the following is the most common and most effective?
One of the following is not a disadvantage of a plug valve. Choose from the options 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 pressure?
(mse)The CSA classification of carbon steel SMAW electrodes is metric. Choose the best answer for what the "70" represents, in 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 a large volume?
When "WPB" is stamped on a butt weld fitting, that designates which of the below?
The coolest place possible should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
Which of the valves below best fits the description of this statement? "This type of valve has two ports to it. One inlet and one outlet, and relies on pressure on the inlet side to work properly."
What is the square footage of a floor space in a warehouse that is 5' 7¾ by 10' 3⅞? Choose the best answer from those 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.
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
Which of the following torque procedures is the least accurate in regards to getting to proper tension on a studbolt?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the arc dimension.
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
(bs)"When joining most metals, silver filler metal can be used. There are only two metals that cannot be joined by this filler metal." This statement best describes which of the following answers
The intensity of sound is measured in dBA. In the workplace the suggested dBA level for wearing hearing protection over an 8 hour day would be which of the below?
(ofe)The proper procedure for setting up an oxyacetylene outfit takes an number of steps. Of the answers below, choose the one that represents these number of steps.
Of the answers below, which support has one bolt or two bolt manufacturing options?
Of the many views that a drawing may have, an isometric drawing will show only three views or faces. Which of the following answers is not one of them?
(wf)Weld faults can happen even before the welding has occurred. Which of the answers below best describes the number of common types of pre-weld dimensional defects?
When you are going to lubricate an air motor, which of the following would be the best time to do it?
(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.
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a containers shape that is holding a fluid will ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
To cut a piece of copper tube with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
What tool is in the picture below?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?