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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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(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?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
Which answer below best represents the type of cutting machine in the picture provided?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Lockable service valve" variation?
"A process in which two or more items (usually metal) are joined together by melting and putting a filler metal into the joint, the filler metal having a lower melting point than the adjoining metal. " This is the best description for which of the following?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
(ofe)The chemical symbol C₂H₂ best represents which of the following compounds?
Good trade practice is a 4:1 ratio when using an extension ladder. From which piece of legislation does the practice originate from?
Calculate the density of 4 ft³ of copper that weighs 367 lbs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Gas cock" variation?
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?
If you allow swarf to accumulate on the tool you are using, what are the problems that can arise?
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.
(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.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld gate valve?
"The reaction caused by contact between metals and oxygen molecules." Is the best definition of which of the terms below?
Code B149.1-05 covers which of the following?
Of the list below, before adding the flux to a capillary soldered joint, what must be done?
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?
Of all the tools listed below, what is the preferred method for cutting tube under 3/4"?
From the following answers, choose the best one that represents the radiant energy hazard produced by Non-destructive testing.
(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.
Type "L" copper tube has which colour identification strip?
(se)Why are work lead clamps integral to the welding process? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
When fusion welding a butt joint, what is the suggested size of the root opening? Choose the best answer from the ones 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.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes lines pointed to by the black arrows in the picture shown?
(se)When sizing welding cables, which of the cables below would be the largest?
If the piping isometric that you are working off of has a 1:20 metric reduced scale to it, what is the actual length of the workpiece of you measure 45mm on the print? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. From the information in the provided picture, select the best answer to describe the method of dimensioning.
Of the selection below choose which measurement this sentence best describes. "Not widely used for gas pressures, This measurement is mostly used in materials science, where the tensile strength of a material is measured as a large number of psi."
Of the options below, which measuring tool would be best suited to getting exact measurements?
A tight seal to the face is required by all respirators. This is a critical element in which of the following type(s) of respirator? Of the options below, choose the best answer.
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.
(se)While welding, what is the result of shortening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
(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?
(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?
Please add the following fractions ⁴⁄₈, ⁶⁄₁₂, ⁵⁄₈, ⅔. Choose your answer from the ones provided below.
Of the options below, which one relies on the memory of the plastic tube to contract to its original size after the fitting is inserted?
"This type of respirator has two different types that are available. These are continuous flow, and pressure demand respirators. " This statement best describes which of the following respirators?
(ofe)Of the gases below, choose the best one that supports combustion, but is non-flammable on it own.
"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.
(papg) Assessing the surface area of any cylinder involves several calculations. Which of the answers below is determined by the formula "πdh"?
What tool is in the picture below?
(mse)"Operational characteristics of an electrode can be controlled in several ways. One of those ways is by the different composition of the flux coating." Choose from the answers below the coating that does not apply to 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?
(wf)"This is the term used for the point where the material begins to have permanent deformation." This statement best describes which of the terms below?
It is a good trade practice to transport gas cylinders secured and upright. From which act below did this practice come from?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
(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?
When comparing STD, XS and XXS wall thicknesses on typical piping, STD piping has:
"This physical factor within the environment that harms the musculoskeletal system." This statement best describes which of the hazard groups below?
Two pieces of eye protection should be used together when grinding or chipping. Choose the best answer from the selection below.
"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?
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.
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.
When buying a ______ solder, the ______ content is always listed first. Fill in the blanks from the options 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 relationship between the distance around and the full distance across a circle?
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.
(mse)The CSA classification of carbon steel SMAW electrodes is metric. Choose the best answer for what the "70" represents, in the answers below.
(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?
What type of iron from the selections below contains the highest carbon content?
Which of the following situations would a scribe be the best layout tool of choice? Use the following situations for your answer.
Convert 4.81' to the nearest ¹⁄₁₆ of an inch. Choose the best answer from the ones below
(se)What type of welding circuit is pictured below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
"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.
"Two heating irons are used in this particular type of fusion welding." This best describes which of the following answers?
What tool is in the picture below?
(ofc)When inspecting your oxy-acetylene cut after cutting a piece of 50 mm plate, you notice that the bottom of the kerf line is slightly behind the top of the same line. Which of the terms below best expresses this condition?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 90° elbow?
(ofe)The safe working pressure of acetylene is 15 psi. As the temperature of the gas increases, this pressure will change. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below to explain what this change will be.
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.
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Curb stop valve" variation?
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?
(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.
(ofe)When used in conjunction with a flashback arrestor, a reverse flow check valve is best to be place where on an oxyacetylene setup?
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?
(ofc)There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "B".
(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 parts of an ASPT or NPT are flattened slightly?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Firing valve" variation?
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?
Your journeyman has asked you to torque a 4" #150 flange to 50 ft/lbs. This represents 30% of the total torque, which of the answers below best represents the full torque value?
Of the valves below, which has a non-directional flow pattern?
"This gasket material is generally used in low pressure, low temperature applications." Which of the materials below best fits this description?
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
"A mixture of substances (in fixed proportions) that melts and solidifies at a single temperature that is lower than the melting points of the separate constituents or of any other mixture of them." Is the best description of which of the soldering terms below?
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?
Self-Drilling anchors are considered to be this type of anchor. Choose from the following answers.
(wf)"This term refers to a physical property of a material which describes the ability of a material containing a crack to resist further cracking."
(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 fully enclosed box?
Which of the states of matter can be defined as having defined mass, but no defined volume or shape? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
(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.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Which of the piping systems below would Bell-end type joints primarily be used in?
Of the safety concerns with soldering listed below, which would occur the least?
A fume extracting welding gun works well with which other source of ventilation? Choose the best answer from the choices below
(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 SMAW welding?