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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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At the end of the month you have received 4 cheques. $1056, $2907, $4567, and $2957 were the totals, how much did you earn this month? Choose the best answers from the ones provided below.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "K" represent in this formula?
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for mass?
"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?
CSA approved head, eye, and foot protection is required for all workers. This is best legislated by which of the following acts?
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 fraction ⅜ is equal to which of the fractions below? Choose the best answer from the ones provided.
(wf)Structural discontinuities would include all of the following defects except one. Of the answers below choose the one that is not a structural discontinuity.
(mse)"Loads that change in either size, position or direction, are considered to be________ loads." This statement best describes which of the terms provided?
If you allow swarf to accumulate on the tool you are using, what are the problems that can arise?
Of the list below, choose the answer that has one advantage (first) and one disadvantage (second) of copper tubing over steel or iron pipe.
Upstream of the low pressure stage and downstream of the high pressure stage of the two stage compressor, should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
At the bottom of a column of Hg, the pressure is 5.82 psi, how many inches of water column is required to exert this same pressure? Choose the best answer from those provided below
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
(ofe)Working with explosive gases is a dangerous prospect, you have to be aware of the limits of flammability for the gas you are working with. Of the gases below, choose the one that has the range of flammability of 3.4%-10.8%in air.
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.
A journeyman is paid 27% more than his apprentice. If the journeyman is earning $43.50, what is the apprentice being paid? Choose the best answer from the ones 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 "G" in the picture provided?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
Of all the valves below, which would have close to the same flow characteristics as a globe pattern straight valve?
The inert purge gases for GMAW and GTAW welding processes are non-toxic, but are still dangerous. In what situation below would these gases be a danger?
(ofe)When using your oxyacetylene torch, if your gas speed is lower that the speed of flame propagation, what will the outcome be?
(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?
(ws) There are several different types of energy that are released when you are welding or oxy-fuel cutting. Which of the rays below would best be described as one that would cause the eyeball to blister?
When installing an auxiliary service piping system, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld 90° elbow?
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "T" represent in this formula?
"This term is used for lines that intersect at a right angle." Of the terms provided choose the best one to fit this statement
(ws) Welding and Oxy-fuel cutting have some specialized safety equipment. Which of the answers below would be the minimum recommended filter plate for medium amperage GTAW welding?
What is the pressure exerted by 1 ft² of water? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
(papg) There are several steps to determining the area of a circle. Which of the answers below would you square to calculate the area of a circle?
When using a portable fire extinguisher to fight a fire, why is it important to aim at the base of the fire?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
When buying a ______ solder, the ______ content is always listed first. Fill in the blanks from the options below.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "E" in the picture provided?
Of the clothes to wear while cutting, welding or grinding, choose from the answers below the best material to have.
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Gas valve" variation?
(ws) There are several different types of energy that are released when you are welding or oxy-fuel cutting. "Visible light rays" Would best be defined by which type of energy below?
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
This design of this fastener allows you to secure the object though holes that are drilled in the piece beforehand. Which of the following fasteners is designed in the same manner?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of water in imperial measurement.
To cut a piece of structural steel with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
(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?
(papg) There are several different methods to calculate the grade of a slope. Which of the methods below would only be used for metric measurements primarily, but also imperial measurements only?
After installing an instrument air piping system, you are asked to prove to the client there are no leaks. The piping specs require that no moisture be left in the system after testing. Which of the following options would be the best for this request?
Using the terms provided, choose the best one that would be described as a substance being chemically joined in fixed proportions of two or more different types of atoms.
"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?
"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?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "B"?
"Has a female socket in which pipe is fitted. Fillet welding is done from outside on the pipe." This is the best description of which fitting?
(wf)Of the types of inclusions below, which would be characteristic of a GMAW process?
"It is a method of drawing which you can represent your shapes into three- dimensional view. An angle of 30 degree is taken in all its sides in order to give a 3d look." This statement best describes which of the following drawing methods?
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 small volume?
Which type of pipe fitting., of the list below, is not permitted on natural gas piping systems?
Soapstone is commonly available in three grades. Which grade would be best served for marking out steel? Choose your answer from the options below.
There are a number of hydrostatic principles, which of the answers below best encompasses them all?
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
What is the name of the ginder pictured 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?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
Which of the measurements below is the metric standard for the breaking strength of bolts?
The markings required on a butt weld fitting does not include which of the following?
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.
The code that covers the piping standards to be used for cryogenic fluids would be which of the following?
Which parts of an ASPT or NPT are flattened slightly?
What type of wrench is pictured 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 pain, with the loss of voluntary muscle control, as it travels through the body?
Type "K" copper tube has which colour identification strip?
"This piece of legislation came into effect in 1915. This act deals primarily with compensation, medical aid and rehabilitation of a worker due to a job-related injury." Which of the answers below is best described by this statement?
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "B".
(ws) Welding and Oxy-fuel cutting have some specialized safety equipment. Which of the answers below would be the minimum recommended filter plate for medium amperage PAC welding?
In the WHMIS system, "Dangerously reactive material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
What tool is pictured below?
(ofe)On every acetylene cylinder there is an overpressurization safety device. Of the answers below, choose the best name for this device.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes lines pointed to by the black arrows in the picture shown?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of air at STP in metric measurement.
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Corporation stop valve" variation?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld gate valve?
If you have received 43 widgets out of an order of 378 widgets, what percentage of widgets have been accounted for? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
What type of iron from the selections below contains the highest carbon content?
(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?
(ws) There are several different types of energy that are released when you are welding or oxy-fuel cutting. Which of the rays below would be created during non-destructive testing of welds?
What temperature separates soft soldering and brazing?
(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.
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.
"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.
"The temperature of a metal, below which the substance is entirely solid." The best term to fit this description from the group below is?
A plug valve is quick to open or quick to close. Another way of describing that profile is which of the following?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #1 is best represented by which answer below?
Materials used for bolts and studs have been grouped into ______ by ASME. Use the options below to fill in the blank.
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.
Weld fittings are available in two varieties, one of these is:
"This material is formed with cross-linking, and becomes irreversibly rigid after the reaction has taken place." This is the best description of which of the terms below?
The code that covers all piping that transport fluids is which of the following?
Twist drill sizes are designated by four methods. Which of the following answers is not one of them.
When "WPB" is stamped on a butt weld fitting, that designates which of the below?
Of the answers below, which best reflects the name of the drill pictured?