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(mse)The slag from the welding process has several important functions. Of the answers below choose the best one that does not apply.
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 "G" in the picture provided?
Which of the the materials below should never be used to repair an acetylene hose. Choose the best answer that applies.
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "A"?
With the options below complete the following sentence. "Rules governing the fabrication of power boilers is found in ASME ________"
Type "DWV" copper tubing has what colour identification strip?
On oxygen cylinders, there are no seams, neither running up and down nor across. This is due to the manufacturing process that it goes though. Which of the answers below best describes this process?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the one that the black arrow is pointing to in the picture shown?
What tool is pictured below?
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Capillary action" signify?
The isometric below has an abundance of information contained within it. The amount of 3 inch A106-B sch 40 piping that is required for this drawing is best represented by which of the answers below?
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.
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.
Ozone, carbon monoxide, hydrogen chloride and phosgene are all gases that can be created by different types of welding. Of the answers below, choose the best one that they all have in common.
What is the name of the reamer pictured below?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a ring joint flange?
"An extra piece of equipment is required when testing with an air compressor." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
The classification of ferrous piping includes all of the following except for one. Choose the pipe that is not ferrous.
Of all the tools listed below, what is the preferred method for cutting tube under 3/4"?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 90° elbow?
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?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #3 is best represented by which answer below?
(se)All electrical conductors resist the flow of current to some degree. Which of the terms below is used to measure this resistance? From the answers below select the one best applies.
Code B149.1-05 covers which of the following?
(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.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 45° elbow?
Class 6050 is a classification of which fitting type?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluids pressure is proportional to ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
Of the options below, which measuring tool would be best suited to getting exact measurements?
(wf)A weld defect called "precipitate hardening" is a situation that can lead to which of the below problems? Choose the best answer from those provided
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
In air there are numerous gases in varying proportions, which of the answers below best represents those proportions?
"This piece of legislation came into effect in 1915. This act deals primarily with compensation, medical aid and rehabilitation of a worker due to a job-related injury." Which of the answers below is best described by this statement?
One of the following is not a disadvantage of a plug valve. Choose from the options below.
What is the name of the ginder pictured below?
Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
Of the list below, choose the answer that has one advantage (first) and one disadvantage (second) of copper tubing over steel or iron pipe.
"This style of check valves doesn't rely on flow reversal or gravity to close. Instead, the valve is closed by a spring." Of the valves below, this is the best description of which?
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "B"?
______ type compression joints are also commonly referred to as ______ as well as sleeveless type.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld gate valve?
The type of oxy-fuel cutting torch that has a cutting tip which is supplied with mixed pre-heat gases are typically called which of the names below? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Socket weld fittings are commonly used on joints that are what size?
At the end of the work week, your crew installed 45% of 50 mm, Sch 40 pipe The amount required for the job is 4791 m. Which of the answers below best relates to how much pipe is left to be installed?
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
What type of wrench is pictured below?
(wf)Defective properties would include all of the following defects except one. Of the answers below choose the one that is not a defective property.
An extraction hood attached to a system of flexible ductwork would be an example of which of the answers below? Use the options below to choose the best answer.
Your journeyman asks you to fill out the following print with measurements. What method of dimensioning are they having you do? Choose from the best answer from the ones provided below.
Most fuels, when exposed to air, water, or heat under normal condition will not chemically react. These fuels are classed as which of the below?
(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?
(wf)"Foreign materials trapped in the weld metal at continuous or randomly spaced intervals." This statement best describes which of the defects below?
"This cutting machine cuts metal with a scissor-like action." Which of the machines below best fits this description?
Pipe size is specified with two non-dimensional numbers: ________ diameter based on inches, and _______ for wall thickness. Of the options below, fill in the blanks.
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluids pressure is proportional to ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
When using a portable fire extinguisher to fight a fire, why is it important to aim at the base of the fire?
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for a large volume?
What tool is in the picture 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.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded ball valve?
When dealing with acetylene cylinders, generally you will encounter two types of valves. Which of the sets of valves below would you see?
Of the options below, choose the one that best represents a manual actuator for a gate valve in an inaccessible area.
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.
Of the valves below, which has a non-directional flow pattern?
Which parts of an ASPT or NPT are flattened slightly?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes lines pointed to by the black arrows in the picture shown?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "D" in the picture provided.
"This alloy is the combination of copper and tin." Which of the metals below is best described by this statement?
"Are used with meters for the purpose of measuring the flow rate of either liquids or gases in the respective pipeline. Pairs of pressure "Tappings", mostly on 2 sides, directly opposite each other, are machined into the flange." This is the best description of which type of fitting?
Complete the following sentence with the options below. "This Section covers general descriptions, terminology and operation guidelines applicable to steel and cast iron boilers limited to the operating ranges of ASME _______."
"When two or more substances are combined and each retain their own chemical identity." Choose the term below that best reflects this statement.
Welding torches and cutting torches are similar in most respects. Of the options below, choose the best answer that represents a similarity.
"Before heating, the plastic pipe and fittings can be assembled." This statement best describes which of the following?
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
The numbers encircled on the north side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
This chisel has a cutting edge that is typically 60°,but can be reduced to 40° or increased to 90°. The chisel that best suits this description is which of the below?
The classification of fire extinguishers depends on the type of fire they can fight effectively. Which fire extinguisher type is denoted by the picture below?
When you are going to lubricate an air motor, which of the following would be the best time to do it?
"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.
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?
At the bottom of a column of Hg, the pressure is 5.82 psi, how many inches of water column is required to exert this same pressure? Choose the best answer from those provided below
In the drawing provided, there is a column at the northwest corner of the entrance. It's location is best represented by which of the following answers below?
The wall thickness of the two most commonly available fittings for 27.5mm (1/2") pipe are:
What type of wrench is pictured below?
After manually oxy-fuel cutting a piece of 75 mm plate in half, your journeyman notices that the kerf lines are indicating a 25% lag in the slag stream. What is he trying to tell you? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
What type of wrench is pictured below?
"A pressure regulator's primary function is to match the flow of gas through the regulator, while maintaining a consistent output pressure, to the demand for gas placed upon it." Why is this item required for most pneumatic tools?
Lift, swing, and non slam are all variations of which type of valve?
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.
If you are asked to install PVC piping for a drainage system, what colour must the pipe and solvent be? Choose the best answer from the options below.
(se)If you wanted a wider bead accompanied with less penetration, which of the following techniques would be best suited for the task? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
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.
Every hacksaw blade has a "set". This particular "set" has the teeth in a wavy design running from left to right. . Of the answers below, choose the best "set" to match this description.
When buying a ______ solder, the ______ content is always listed first. Fill in the blanks from the options below.
If you were trying to depict the inside workings of an item, you which of the following orthographic views would be best for the task?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the arc dimension.
These multi-purpose portable fire extinguishers are light, commonly red, and have a short nozzle or a narrow length of hose. Choose from the answers below the one that best applies.
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.