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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded globe valve?
(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?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "D" in the picture provided.
Convert 0.41278 to a fraction. Choose the best answer from below.
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.
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?
Type "M" copper tubing has what colour identification strip?
(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?
Calculate the volume of 5 kg/m³ of nitrogen that weighs 2694 kgs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
"The ability of a substance, usually a metal, to be deformed or molded into a different shape." This statement is the best description of which of the following terms?
(se)While welding, what is the result of shortening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
What type of wrench is pictured below?
The encircled letters along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
The first step in starting a task involving plastic pipe should be? Choose the best answer from the following.
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "B" in the picture provided.
"This type of cutting machine has a large flywheel driven by an electric motor that does the cutting." Of the answers below choose the one that is best described by this statement.
(bs)"This is the term used for the metal or steel that you are actually welding on." The term best described by this statement is which of the following?
Omitting this step in the solvent welding of a joint could result in blockage, turbulent flow, and cause pressure loss by restricting the bore of the pipe. Of the answers below, choose the one that applies best
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "D" represent in this formula?
(wf)Of the answers below, which type of defect occurs when the electrode is not drawn away from the puddle slowly enough?
Class 6000 fittings are commonly made from which material?
(es) The human body has some integral resistance to electrical contact. Which of the answers below would have the largest resistance to an electrical voltage?
(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 outer layer of skin and the next layer, the dermis?
Which of the states of matter can be defined as having a defined mass, and volume, but no defined shape? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
(mse)The weld puddle does not use up the electrode in which of the following weld processes? Choose the best answer from the ones provided.
To keep your back healthy, there are several steps in lifting objects. Of the following, choose the one that would not apply.
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a male and female set flange?
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "F".
(se)Welding power sources that are AC transformer type have several advantages to them, which of the answers below is not one of them? Select the best answer from the options provided.
There are a number of lines on the edge of any rule. Which of the terms below best corresponds to these lines?
"This workplace hazard consists of organisms or organic matters produced by these organisms that are harmful to human health." This statement best describes which of the hazards below?
Which of the piping systems below would Bell-end type joints primarily be used in?
In a piping system fittings can be used in a variety of situations, one of those is:
There are a variety of drafting tools that are used in the creation of fabrication patterns and layouts. Of the tools given, which one best describes the item in the picture below?
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.
What type of wrench is pictured below?
"Of all the plastic compression joining methods, this one will not create a flow restriction within the line." This is the best description for which of the following?
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."
From the following answers, choose the best one that represents the radiant energy hazard produced by Non-destructive testing.
(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?
"A substance that undergoes a ___________, doesn't chemically alter what the substance is." Choose from the options below to best fill in the blank in this statement.
What type of iron from the selections below contains the highest carbon content?
"Easy rotation of the piping to allow for even wearing of the pipe in an abrasive application." This is the best description of which of the plastic pipe joining types 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?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the answer from the ones provided that best describes the method of dimensioning.
The purpose of this step is to provide a prepped surface for the solvent cement by beginning the chemical reaction that softens PVC. Of the options below, choose the best answer.
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 floor of the container. Of the following answers, which gas would he be testing for?
What tool is pictured below?
(mse)The slag from the welding process has several important functions. Of the answers below choose the best one that does not apply.
Class 3000, is a fitting classification for which type of material?
Convert 45 Dekameters to Decimeters. Choose the best answer from those provided below.
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?
Typically on a hydrostatic test, the _______ of the fill hose is greater than the high pressure hose. Choose from the following answers to fill in the blank.
Of the answers below, which support has one bolt or two bolt manufacturing options?
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
You are ordering stud bolts to fasten two flanges together. What thread classification would you order of the following classifications?
To properly prepare a joint to be welded, how many steps should be used to get the joint tacked?
Copper tube DWV fittings can be used on copper pressure piping systems
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld gate valve?
One of the constants in an isometric drawing is that all angles recede ________ from the horizontal. Choose the best answer from the ones below to fill in the blank.
(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?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "A" in the picture provided.
Ambient conditions and temperature of the contents of thermoplastic pipe are directly related to which of the answers below?
(wf)Which answer below best describes the undesireable situation shown by the three black arrows?
The orientation of a vertical line is commonly referred to as _______ to the horizon. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below to fill in the blank.
When comparing STD, XS and XXS wall thicknesses on typical piping, STD piping has:
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld ball valve?
(ofe)When used in conjunction with a flashback arrestor, a reverse flow check valve is best to be place where on an oxyacetylene setup?
(wf)"This type of weld deviance is any defect that cause the weld metal, parent metal, or work piece to be out of specification or tolerance. These issues are mainly caused by improper set up or distortion." This statement best describes which of the following classes of weld defects
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When trying to tighten a lock nut, which of the tools below would be the best choice?
Type "DWV" copper tubing has what colour identification strip?
"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?
Copper tube pressure fittings can be used on copper tube DWV piping systems.
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Lockable service valve" variation?
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.
After cutting a pipe to length with a torch beveller, what is the next step in the weld preparation process?
(se)Your welder asks you to turn up the _________ on his welder for more penetration. Choose the best answer from the options below to fill in the blank.
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluids pressure is proportional to ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
A nitrogen piping system does not exceed 6000 psi @ 100 degrees F. What weight of pipe is required with Class 6000 forged steel fittings?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluid will exert pressure in ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
(papg) Assessing the surface area of any cylinder involves several calculations. Which of the answers below is determined by the formula "2πr²"?
The 3 key elements of the WHIMIS system are, material safety data sheets, labels and ________. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
What type of bar is pictured below?
"A metallic substance composed of two or more elements, as either a compound or a solution." This statement is the best description of which of the following terms?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Pilot valve" variation?
There are several disadvantages with conventional dimensioning. In the grouping of answers below, one is not a disadvantage of this style of dimensioning. Choose the best answer that applies.
In the picture below, what type of joining system is being used? Use the best answer from the ones provided below.
(ofc)At what point, when cutting with oxy-fuel, should the cutting oxygen slowly be introduced?
(se)While welding, what is the result of lengthening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
"Has a gasket surface in the same plane as the bolting circle face." Is the best description of which fitting?
What tool is 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.
(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 the sensation of a painful shock as it travels through the body?
Which of the states of matter can be defined as having defined mass, volume and shape? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
(bs)Which of the filler metals would be most commonly used when brazing copper or copper alloys? Choose the best answer from the following filler metals.
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the answer from the ones provided that best describes the orientation of the numerical dimensions.
(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?
Of the valves below, which has a non-directional flow pattern?
All butt weld fittings must have _____ pieces of information stamped on them.
(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?