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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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(ofe)A neutral flame would be best suited to which of the following applications?
(ofc)At what point, when cutting with oxy-fuel, should the cutting oxygen slowly be introduced?
(bs)"In this type of welding, the filler metal is liquid above 425°C, and deposited in the joint by other than capillary attraction." This statement best describes which of the weld methods below?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld 45° elbow?
(ofe)When used in conjunction with a reverse flow check valve , a flashback arrestor is best to be place where on an oxyacetylene setup?
Of the three common forged steel fitting classifications, class 4500 is considered:
A cold water piping system does not exceed 3000 psi @ 100 degrees F. What weight of pipe is required with class 3000 forged steel fitting?
(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.
(ofc)"This type of oxy-fuel cutting torch has preheat gases supplied to the cutting tip." Which of the following torch types is best described by this statement?
(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.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded tee elbow?
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?
The characteristic of fluidity is shared by two of the three states of matter. Of the answers below, choose the one state that this characteristic does not apply to.
(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 epidermis resulting in blistering?
Which of the following disc designs is the most widely use variation for the gate valve?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
(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?
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When using the shank and the width of the tip to size the proper screwdriver, which of the screwdrivers below would you be sizing?
(wf)In during a welded joint, the input of heat must be controlled. Which of the issues could result in a weld where the heat input was not controlled well? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
If you allow swarf to accumulate on the tool you are using, what are the problems that can arise?
(se)While welding, what is the result of shortening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(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.
Choose the best answer below that is the density of water in imperial measurement.
Good trade practice is a 4:1 ratio when using an extension ladder. From which piece of legislation does the practice originate from?
(ofc)Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
(wf)"Foreign materials trapped in the weld metal at continuous or randomly spaced intervals." This statement best describes which of the defects below?
(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?
You are asked to draw an unbroken horizontal line. Which of the drawing tools below would be the best choice for this task?
Your journeyman asks you to fill out the following print with measurements. What method of dimensioning are they having you do? Choose from the best answer from the ones provided below.
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?
For horizontal soldered joints, it is a good practice to apply the solder at which location?
(wf)Defective properties would include all of the following defects except one. Of the answers below choose the one that is not a defective property.
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 "G" in the picture provided?
"This term is used for lines that intersect at a right angle." Of the terms provided choose the best one to fit this statement
Convert ⁷⁄₁₅ to a decimal. Choose the best answer from the ones below
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Insulated service valve" variation?
The isometric below has an abundance of information contained within it. The amount of 3 inch A106-B sch 40 piping that is required for this drawing is best represented by which of the answers below?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
15.5 meters of line is supposed to be graded at 1:13, which of the answers below best satisfies this grade?
Material safety data sheets are required to be accompany all controlled substances from the supplier. There are _______ that make up these sheets, providing more detail than the label. Use the answers below to fill in the blank
(ofc)Which of the following gases has the highest MJ/m³ rating? Choose the best answer from those provided.
Your crew has just finished setting an enclosed vessel that had a 15 m diameter, a height of 23 m. The insulator foreman has asked you to verify his requirements of insulating the shell of the vessel. Choose the best answer from the ones below that represents the amount of insulation required.
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?
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?
(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?
What is the name of the grinder pictured below?
This type of valve can be installed in locations that are unavailable for a gate valve, but will give you similar valve characteristics. Of the options below, which valve is being described?
"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?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Gas cock" variation?
"These types of pumps come in a reciprocating and rotary style." This best describes which of the answers below?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 45° elbow?
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 "H" in the picture provided?
Calculate the volume of 5 kg/m³ of nitrogen that weighs 2694 kgs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
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."
(ws) Welding and Oxy-fuel cutting have some specialized safety equipment. Which of the answers below would be the minimum safety eye-ware required for Oxy-fuel cutting or welding?
If you needed to place new threads on the inside of a fitting, which of these tools would be best?
The materials that butt weld fittings can be made from include:
There are three types of radiant energy that is given off by a typical welding arc. Choose the one that does not apply from the answers below.
(bs)"This alloy is the combination of copper and tin." Which of the metals below is best described by this statement?
(ofe)When using your oxyacetylene torch, if your gas speed is lower that the speed of flame propagation, what will the outcome be?
(ofc)The type of oxy-fuel cutting torch that has a cutting tip which is supplied with mixed pre-heat gases are typically called which of the names below? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
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
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a male and female set flange?
Every hacksaw blade has a "set". This particular "set" has the teeth in a wavy design running from left to right. . Of the answers below, choose the best "set" to match this description.
(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?
(wf)Of the types of inclusions below, which would be characteristic of a GMAW process?
(ofc)The material that is blown away by the oxygen stream while oxy-fuel cutting is called which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from the selection below.
What tool is in the picture below?
(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.
(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?
A typical file generally has one of four basic cuts. Which of the below is not one of those cuts?
(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?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "I" in the picture provided?
A small system has been filled and is ready to pressure up. Which of the pumps below would be the best to use for this test?
(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.
The barometer in the shop is reading 853 mm Hg, which of the answers below best reflects this reading in psig?
(ofe)100°C is the approximate melting temperature of a fusible plug equipped on an acetylene bottle. Of the reasons below, choose the best reason explaining the purpose of these plugs.
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the answer from the ones provided that best describes the method of dimensioning.
If a hose connection were to break during the pressuring of a hydrostatic test, which of the following pieces of equipment would prevent it from lashing around?
(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.
(wf)Rapid solidification, low amperage, and incomplete perheat are all included in which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "B".
(se)On a brand new joint, when welding one of the first two passes, what arc length should be used? Choose the best answer from the options given below.
Materials used for bolts and studs have been grouped into ______ by ASME. Use the options below to fill in the blank.
What temperature separates soft soldering and brazing?
Upstream of the aftercooler and downstream of the air intake should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
(wf)"This term deals with the increase in stress in an area of a weld near a crack, depression, or a sharp angle. Although the calculated stressing may be quite safe, it can be enough to cause failure of the weld." This statement best describes which of the terms below?
Convert ¹¹⁄₁₆ to a percentage. select the best answer from the ones provided below.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld globe valve?
What is the name of the reamer pictured below?
What tool is in the picture below?
Of the list below, a try cock is considered what type of valve?
In air there are numerous gases in varying proportions, which of the answers below best represents those proportions?
After installing an utility water piping system, you are asked to prove to the client there are no leaks. Which of the following options would be the best for this request?
What pressure would be exerted by a column of water 14 feet high? Choose the best answer from those provided below
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?
A lube oil piping header has a slope of ¹⁄₁₆ every 9 inches. In a 27' run, what is the total drop of the line? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
A forged fitting threaded type with a classification of 3000 would have which schedule number of the following?