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(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.
The barometer in the shop is reading 853 mm Hg, which of the answers below best reflects this reading in psig?
The vents of a hydrotest are not in the open position on all of the high points while filling the system. Which of the following is the likely result of this situation when trying to test the system
(wf)"The maximum load that a material can support without fracture when being stretched." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
"This cutting machine cuts metal with a scissor-like action." Which of the machines below best fits this description?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
On every acetylene cylinder there is an overpressurization safety device. Of the answers below, choose the best name for this device.
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?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
When referring to the center to end measurement of a 90 degree elbow threaded fitting, what is the best term that describes this measurement?
"This gas irritates sensitive skin and mucous membranes. It is non-flammable, has an unpleasant odour, and is colourless." This statement best describes which of the following gases?
The Variation in a gate valve's design is in the disc. How many types of disc variations are there for a gate valve?
Commonly in oblique drawings, there is a 50% reduction in depth to add realism to the object. Which of the terms below best describes this practice?
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?
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.
(se)On a brand new joint, when welding the last pass, what arc length should be used? Choose the best answer from the options given below.
What tool is pictured 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 picture provided?
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.
What type of wrench is pictured below?
"Smaller tubing sizes and the strength of the operator are both characteristics that this type of bender has." Of the options below, choose the bender that best fits this description.
Of the list below, a try cock is considered what type of valve?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
"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?
Which parts of an ASPT or NPT are flattened slightly?
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
There are several steps to consider when soldering on a valve. Of the list choose the one that dose not apply
"This type of breathing apparatus is designed to allow a reserve of air for 5-10 minutes." The answer below that this statement best describes is which one?
The pressure exerted by a column of Hg 9" high would be which of the following answers? Choose the best answer that applies from the ones below
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.
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.
To cut a piece of structural steel with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
What is the pressure exerted by 1 ft² of water? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
A lube oil piping header has a slope of ¹⁄₁₆ every 9 inches. In a 27' run, what is the total drop of the line? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Which type of pipe fitting., of the list below, is not permitted on natural gas piping systems?
Which of the answers below best describes the units for relative density?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
You are asked to draw an unbroken horizontal line. Which of the drawing tools below would be the best choice for this task?
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "F".
There are a number of lines on the edge of any rule. Which of the terms below best corresponds to these lines?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a flat faced flange?
Which of the below would be the best fitting to prevent damage from a pressure surge to a gauge on a hydrostatic test?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "A"?
Of the choices below, there is one valve that would be best suited to a service that requires regular maintenance.
Some wheels become loaded with debris, or glazing becomes an issue. Of the answers below, choose the best method to solve these problems.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Piping that you have to be order for a job needs to be absolutely devoid of any surface contamination. Which of the following finishes will you ask to have put on your piping?
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.
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
There are three elements that are required to start a fire, this is called the "Fire triangle". Fuel and heat of ignition form two sides of this triangle. Of the answers below, choose the one that best fits on the third side.
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?
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 "I" in the picture provided?
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.
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a male and female set flange?
What tool is in the picture below?
"In the center of a flange there is a tall hub with a bevelled end suitable for welding." This is a description of which type of flange?
The tools pictured below represent which type of pliers?
Pressure vessels such as pipelines, plumbing, gas cylinders, boilers and fuel tanks can be tested for strength and leaks. From the list below choose the correct testing procedure.
Which butt weld fitting wall thickness has the smallest number of fitting sizes?
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #1 is best represented by which answer below?
"Generally concrete screws are fasteners considered _________ and have applications with _______ loads." Choose from the answers below to fill in the blanks.
"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?
"A deterioration of a metal by both mechanical means and chemical means over a period of time." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
Contamination of welds is a very serious issue especially where alloys are involved. To avoid contamination from brushing out material from portions of a weld, what precaution should be taken? Choose the best answer from the choices below.
Of the answers below choose the best answer that reflects style of press that has the highest capacity.
You have to hire employees to work 40 hours a week to finish the job. If the job is projected for 3178 hours, how many employees will have to be hired? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Using the terms provided, choose the best one that would be described as a substance that cannot be be chemically reduced into simpler components.
A fitting that has a classification of 2000 would be what kind of fitting?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld gate valve?
The materials that butt weld fittings can be made from include:
You are part of a crew that is hydrotesting a 40 m, 50 mm, Sch 60 alloy pipe. It is set up horizontally, north to south, on pipestands with a gauge at both ends. According to the principles of hydrostatics, what will the gauges read when the test is up and holding at 45 kPa? choose the best answer from the options below.
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.
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.
Which type of fastener below requires a layout of the holes before fastener is installed?
Weld fittings are available in two configurations, one of these is:
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes lines pointed to by the black arrows in the picture shown?
To keep your back healthy, there are several steps in lifting objects. Of the following, choose the one that would not apply.
"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?
"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?
What are the two common wall thicknesses for copper tubing?
In a carbonizing oxyacetylene flame, the length of the feather indicates which of the conditions below? Choose the best answer from the following.
Choose the best answer below that is the density of water in metric measurement.
(se)Welding power sources that are AC-DC rectifier type have several advantages to them, which of the answers below is not one of them? Select the best answer from the options provided.
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?
Calculate the relative density of a steel at 2357 lb/ft³ with water at 62.4 lb/ft³. Select the best answer from the ones provided below.
(se)While welding, what is the result of lengthening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(mse)The CSA classification of carbon steel SMAW electrodes is metric. Choose the best answer for what the "70" represents, in the answers below.
Which of the behaviors below best describes a rise or fall of the liquid surface, if a thin tube that is open at the both ends is inserted vertically in to a liquid, relative to the adjacent level of the fluid.
When breaking down an element, smallest unit into which it can be divided and still retain its characteristic properties is best describes by which of the terms below?
If you needed to place new threads on the inside of a fitting, which of these tools would be best?
The code that covers external piping for boilers that create steam or vapour at 15 psig or more, and water at a pressures in excess of 160 psig and/or a temperature in excess of 250F is which of the following?
Of the answers below, which support has one bolt or two bolt manufacturing options?
Convert 4.81' to the nearest ¹⁄₁₆ of an inch. Choose the best answer from the ones 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
Convert ¹¹⁄₁₆ to a percentage. select the best answer from the ones provided below.
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?
Which forged steel fitting classification does not have a schedule number?
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 "E" in the picture provided?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?