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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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Of the choices below, there is one valve that would be best suited to a service that requires regular maintenance.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 90° elbow?
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for energy?
"The destruction of a metal or an alloy because of chemical or electrochemical reaction with its surrounding environment or medium."
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?
Complete this equation. 5⅘ x 2⅜ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.
Concrete anchors have two broad categories. Of the choices below, select the ones that apply.
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the answer from the ones provided that best describes the method of dimensioning.
Of the following supports, choose the one that is an example of a constant support hanger.
Before working on a task, you notice that a trench with vertical rebar ends is directly under the work location. Harnesses and anchor points are provided at the task location by the employer, which you are instructed to use. The piece of legislation that best covers the action of the employer is which of the below?
(wf)The welding surface may contain discontinuities from the style of preparation. From the answers below, choose the best one that describes discontinuities from a surfaced prepped by gouging. blades.
What tool is in the picture below?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
"Grinding on the workpiece resting on this attachment prevents sudden slips in which the wheel grabs the work momentarily and yanks it out of the operator's hand, or pulls the hand toward the wheel." This is the best description of which attachment to a bench grinder? Choose from the answers below.
Which type of pipe fitting., of the list below, is not permitted on natural gas piping systems?
"The steps in preparing this type of fusion weld and a steel weld are very similar." Which of the answers below best fits this description?
(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?
What type of punch is pictured 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.
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Pilot valve" variation?
Type "K" copper tube has which colour identification strip?
Materials used for bolts and studs have been grouped into ______ by ASME. Use the options below to fill in the blank.
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
Of the valves below, which has a non-directional flow pattern?
What is the SI measurement for air pressure? Choose the best answer from the options below.
(ofe)On every oxygen cylinder there is an overpressurization safety device. Of the answers below, choose the best name for this device.
Which answer below best represents the type of cutting machine in the picture provided?
(se)If a welding machine is left on, but no work is being done with it, what type of voltage is at the output terminals? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(ofe)Welding torches and cutting torches are similar in most respects. Of the options below, choose the best answer that represents a similarity.
Choose the best answer below that is the density of air at STP in metric measurement.
(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?
What type of bar is pictured below?
(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.
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?
"Used to keep a piping line level, or to assure that the proper amount of grade is uniform where needed." This is the best description of which of the following items.
(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.
0.578 oz/in² is equal to which of the answers below? Choose the best answer that applies
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
(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?
The classification of ferrous piping includes all of the following except for one. Choose the pipe that is not ferrous.
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
"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?
(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?
For horizontal soldered joints, it is a good practice to apply the solder at which location?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Appliance valve" variation?
Of the methods to render a container safe for hotwork, which of the following is the most common and most effective?
Your journeyman has asked you to cut them 6 pieces of 4' Sch 80 pipe 3' 7". The only piece of pipe you can find is a 20 foot full length. How many pieces will you be able to cut out of this length? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(ofc)/m³ and Btu/ft³ are two was of expressing ________energy. Use the terms below to select the one that best fills in the blank.
"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?
When "WPB" is stamped on a butt weld fitting, that designates 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
When buying a ______ solder, the ______ content is always listed first. Fill in the blanks from the options below.
A 10 meter piece of brass pipe that has an operating temperature of 85°C and pressure of 34 kPa/m². This line was originally installed At -15°C, what is the total linear expansion in meters for this line? Choose the best answer from the ones supplied below.
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.
A safety relief valves has a specific relationship with the part in the system that has lowest maximum pressure setting. Of the answers below, choose the one that best reflects this relationship.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
"Is a mechanical seal which fills the space between two or more mating surfaces, generally to prevent leakage from or into the joined objects while under compression." This is the best definition of which fitting?
(ofe)Of the answers below, which is the best oxyacetylene term for the condition that occurs when the tip produces a shrieking noise, sparks and dark smoke.
(wf)"The maximum load that a material can support without fracture when being stretched." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
Under the Workers compensation act, are apprentices and learners entitled to compensation?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
(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?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "B" in the picture provided.
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "B"?
In the WHMIS system, "Corrosive materials" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Which of the following disc designs is the most widely use variation for the gate valve?
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.
What type of copper tube is most commonly used in fabricating a hydronic systems?
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.
"The process of shaping metal and increasing its strength by hammering or pressing." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
Of the options below, which one requires both ends of the plastic pipe to be perfectly square?
To cut a piece of copper tube with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
(mse)"This mechanical property is expressed in an elongation percentage. A bend test is used to achieve this percentage." Which of the properties is best described by this statement?
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
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.
The markings required on a butt weld fitting does not include which of the following?
Lockable service, gas cock, pilot valve and a curb stop valve are all varieties of which type of valve?
(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?
Compression type fittings for copper tube are generally made from which of the following materials?
Blueprints are assebled into groups for ease of accessing the information quickly. In the commercial or industrial ares of work, there are commonly ________ divisions of these blueprints. Choose from the answers below to best fill in the blank.
"This layout tool consists of a calibrated protractor, X-shaped frame, and a triple jointed marking arm and holder. This allows for marking of steel or pipe." Of the answers below, choose the one is best defined by this statement.
(wf)Almost all electrode rods are kept in a container to protect them from the elements. Which of the following weld defects would this be the best form of protection from?
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.
After initial tensioning, a set of studbolts may have to be re-tensioned after start up. Which of the following terms would best explain the cause of this situation?
(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?
The plug on the end of a 150 mm pipe has a force restriction of 250,000 N. What is the maximum operating pressure that this fitting can handle? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
There is a molecular attraction that causes like molecules to form a meniscus on the surface of a liquid. This property is best describes by which of the following terms?
(ofe)The most common colour for a fuel gas hose in an oxyacetylene set up is which of the below?
Of the many views that a drawing may have, an isometric drawing will show only three views or faces. Which of the following answers is not one of them?
Gate valves have many advantages. One of the following is not among of them. Choose which one.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "D" in the picture provided?
What tool is pictured below?
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?
"When used in conjunction with similarly threaded nuts, These externally threaded devices are used to create a joining of two or more components." This is the best description of which of the items below?
(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?
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?
Which parts of an ASPT or NPT are flattened slightly?
(ofe)On the jobsite you have to cut 200 mm plate, and have to heat a large hoarding from the same supply. Of the gases below, choose the gas that would best fill both of these requirements.
(se)While welding, what is the result of leangthening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Which of the below would be the best fitting to prevent damage from a pressure surge to a gauge on a hydrostatic test?