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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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At the bottom of a column of water, the pressure is 459 psi, how high is this column? Choose the best answer from those provided below
With ______ piping, fusion welding, and acid resistant clamps are the the most basic types of joining. Choose from the following to fill in the blank.
When faced with vertical movements typically in excess of 13mm, or where no residual stresses are to be transferred to the pipe, which of the supports below would be the best to install?
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?
You are asked to install 753 meters of 50mm, Sch 40 pipe. At the end of the day, you have 157 meters installed, how many meters do you have left until the job is complete? Choose the best anser from the ones provided below.
When "WPB" is stamped on a butt weld fitting, that designates which of the below?
(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?
A cold water piping system does not exceed 4689 psi @ 100 degrees F. What class of forged steel fitting in conjunction with XXS piping should be used
(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.
(se)The melting of the electrode and/or the base metal comes from the strength of the electrical current passing through them. Of the answers below, which term best describes the strength of the current?
(ofe)The most common colour for a fuel gas hose in an oxyacetylene set up is which of the below?
Of the answers below, choose the layout tool that would most likely consist of a "Bevel protractor" and a steel rule
Of the clothes to wear while cutting, welding or grinding, choose from the answers below the best material to have.
A welder has set up a temporary fab area in a c-can. He has put 2 portable fans, one in the front and one in the back, in the c-can for ventilation. Based on the information provided, which type of ventilation is he using? Use the terms provided to choose the best answer.
What tool is in the picture below?
What tool is pictured below?
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?
There are a number of hydrostatic principles, which of the answers below best encompasses them all?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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?
(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, loss of voluntary muscle control and difficulty breathing, as it travels through the body?
(ofc)Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given 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 a reversal of flow in a system?
Which of the following codes applies to high temperature water is generated at pressures exceeding 160 psig and/or temperatures exceeding 250 degrees F?
Which of the answers below best describes the units for relative density?
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
For material that is ⅜" to 1" thick, the most common type of joint preparation would be which of the following. Choose the best answer that applies
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When using the size of the screw to be used to size the proper screwdriver, which of the screwdrivers below would you be sizing?
(wf)"This type of defect is defined as an interruption of the typical structure of a material typically during the welding process." This statement best defines which of the answers below?
Which type of pipe fitting., of the list below, is not permitted on natural gas piping systems?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
What tool is in the picture below?
Which of the following disc designs is the most widely use variation for the gate valve?
The wall thickness of the two most commonly available fittings for 27.5mm (1/2") pipe are:
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "B" in the picture provided.
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for length?
(ofc)"The angle of the oxy-fuel torch relative to the direction of travel that which the tip is pointed dictates the directions in which the heat is going and the slag will be blown." Which of the terms below is best described by this statement?
"This term is used to describe an action that means to divide something into two equal sections." The term best described by this statement is which of the following?
Water distribution systems made from PE piping have a maximum operating temperature. What is that temperature? Choose from the options below.
(se)When sizing welding cables, which of the cables below would be the largest?
There a specific vocabulary when describing the areas of a fillet weld. Which of these terms is represented by "G" in the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
There are some good trade practices when using a hammer. Of the practices below, which is not one of them?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(v) There is a wide variety of valve styles used in industry today. Which of the valves below would be considered a quarter-turn valve?
What tool is pictured below?
The materials that butt weld fittings can be made from include:
The codes and regulations that must be followed when working with welded piping and fittings are based apon which of the following?
(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?
(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.
(se)What is the name of the welding accessory pictured below? Use the answers provided to choose the best one.
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
A threaded fitting you are trying to reclaim has been cross threaded. Which of the items below would be best to attempt to salvage the fitting?
Which type of flange is machines with a flat face to help facilitate frequent cleaning or inspection?
The isometric below has an abundance of information contained within it. The amount of 4 inch A106-B sch 40 piping that is required for this drawing is best represented by which of the answers below?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
What is the name of the cutter pictured below?
Fill the blanks with the answers provided. "These two valves, _______ and ________ are usually used together in a line. The flow of fluid through the line finds little friction from either one."
"This two-part anchoring system consists of resin and hardener which are combined through a mixing nozzle, and an anchor rod." This is the best description of which of the following anchors?
(ofe)When used in conjunction with a flashback arrestor, a reverse flow check valve is best to be place where on an oxyacetylene setup?
"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?
"This tooth count hacksaw blade is generally recommended for most uses". Which of the following blades fit that description?
(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.
Globe valves have a distinct disadvantage when compared to a gate valve. From the answers below select the best one.
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Capillary action" signify?
The alignment of holes in two or more pieces of plate at the same time can be a challenge. Which of the tool below would be best in this situation?
Which parts of an ASPT or NPT are flattened slightly?
"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?
(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 required difference in elevation between two ends of a sloped pipe over a set distance?
(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?
(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?
Of the benders below, which will allow kinking in soft tubing?
Convert 45 Dekameters to Decimeters. Choose the best answer from those provided below.
"There are many advantages to a vertical band saw. Of the advantages, one stands out as the greatest." Of the answers below, which one best fits that description.
Biological Hazards can be further broken down into subsections. Of the answers below, one is not a biological hazard, choose the answer that doesn't fit.
(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 no sensation as it travels through the body?
(wf)Of the types of inclusions below, which would be characteristic of a GTAW process?
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
(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 exposed skin to burn?
(ws) There are several different types of energy that are released when you are welding or oxy-fuel cutting. Which of the answers below would create the greatest amount of "Ultraviolet rays" while being used?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "A" in the picture provided.
Which answer below best represents the type of cutting machine 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?
You are asked to cut a mark on a 50mm piece of pipe with a 5" grinder. Which of the tools below would be the best to secure the pipe for cutting?
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 roof of the container. Of the following answers, which gas would he be testing for?
(v) There is a wide variety of valve styles used in industry today. Which of the valves below would be considered a quarter-turn valve?
"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?
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.
Which butt weld fitting wall thickness has the smallest number of fitting sizes?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
Spiral wound gaskets have 6 identifiers on them, which of the below is not one?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
Class 6050 is a classification of which fitting type?
(se)When the current flow meets resistance in a conductor, that energy is turned into what form? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld ball valve?
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?
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."
(wf)Of the answers below, which type of defect occurs when the electrode is not drawn away from the puddle slowly enough?
A soldered or compression fitting is _______ than a flared fitting.
On the QC paperwork for the hydrotest that you have up and holding requires absolute pressures. The gauges are holding steady at 35 psi. Which of the answers below best represents the pressure that the QC requires?