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Non ferrous piping has three distinguishing characteristics. Contains no iron, and not susceptible to oxidization are two. Of the following list , pick the third.
There are a certain number of steps to installing soldered tube/pipe. How many steps are required?
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.
In accordance to the specifications set out by AWS, which of the following symbols would be placed on a package of silver filler metals? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
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.
"The process of shaping metal and increasing its strength by hammering or pressing." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
Which of the following gases has the hottest burning neutral flame? Choose the best answer from those below.
Working with explosive gases is a dangerous prospect, you have to be aware of the limits of flammability for the gas you are working with. Of the gases below, choose the one that has the range of flammability of 3.4%-10.8%in air.
What tool is pictured below?
Convert ¹¹⁄₁₆ to a percentage. select the best answer from the ones provided below.
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the tolerance dimension.
"This operation of this type of chuck is with an external collar that you hand turn." This statement best describes which of the chucks below?
Fill the blanks with the answers provided. "These two valves, _______ and ________ are usually used together in a line. The flow of fluid through the line finds little friction from either one."
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "A"?
(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.
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 tool is in the picture below?
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.
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
When installing an instrument air piping system in a textile plant, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
______ type compression joints are also commonly referred to as ______ as well as sleeveless type.
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
What tool is in the picture below?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld ball valve?
One of the following is not a disadvantage of a plug valve. Choose from the options below.
Calculate the relative density of a compound at 10456 kg/m³ with water at 1000 kg/m³. Select the best answer from the ones provided below.
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "B".
Around most construction tasks, eye protection is important. The selection of eye protection will rest mainly with which of the following answers? Choose the best one that applies.
A soldered or compression fitting is _______ than a flared fitting.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded tee elbow?
Working with explosive gases is a dangerous prospect, you have to be aware of the limits of flammability for the gas you are working with. Of the gases below, choose the one that has the range of flammability of 2.5%-80% in air.
There are 4 principal parts to the head of a hammer. Of these 4 parts, there are only two that are opposite of each other, what are they called? Of the answers below, choose the one that best applies.
Convert 4.81' to the nearest ¹⁄₁₆ of an inch. Choose the best answer from the ones below
The volume of all solids and liquids changes as the temperature of the substance rises and falls. Choose the best answer that represents the change in volume when water transforms to ice.
In the WHMIS system, the two types of labels that are the most commonly used are? Use the answers provided.
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.
What tool is pictured below?
(se)The graph below best represents which type of welding machine output? Choose from the best answer from those provided below.
A carbonizing flame would be best suited to which of the following applications?
Which of the following torque procedures is the least accurate in regards to getting to proper tension on a studbolt?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
Of the options below, choose the one that best represents a manual actuator for a gate valve in an inaccessible area.
"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?
The design of a ball valve is similar to which of the listed valves?
"Generally concrete screws are fasteners considered _________ and have applications with _______ loads." Choose from the answers below to fill in the blanks.
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
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.
Typical hanger spacing for 19 mm copper pipe is 2.4 m. Using that information, how many hangers are needed on a 8 m horizontal run?
If you have received 43 widgets out of an order of 378 widgets, what percentage of widgets have been accounted for? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Which of the following supports are used to support pipe lines with light loads that are subjected to up to 32mm vertical thermal movements?
(se)"This term is describing a welding machine that has a flat, or close to it, volt-amp curve. It is well suited for GMAW and SAW welding." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
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?
This design of this fastener allows you to secure the object though holes that are drilled in the piece beforehand. Which of the following fasteners is designed in the same manner?
Of the clothes to wear while cutting, welding or grinding, choose from the answers below the best material to have.
"The space between the OD of the tube being fitted and the bore of the fitting." This is the best description of which soldering term below?
"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?
"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?
"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?
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "B"?
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
The ________ is produced when slightly greater volume of oxygen is mixed with a smaller volume of acetylene. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
On every oxygen cylinder there is an overpressurization safety device. Of the answers below, choose the best name for this device.
The codes and regulations that must be followed when working with welded piping and fittings are based apon which of the following?
What tool is in the picture 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.
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the answer from the ones provided that best describes the method of dimensioning.
A welder has set up a temporary fab area in a c-can. He has put 2 portable fans, one in the front and one in the back, in the c-can for ventilation. Based on the information provided, which type of ventilation is he using? Use the terms provided to choose the best answer.
This type of soldering uses temperatures below 450C or 840F:
(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.
Material safety data sheets are required to be accompany all controlled substances from the supplier. There are _______ that make up these sheets, providing more detail than the label. Use the answers below to fill in the blank
Which of the following situations would a scribe be the best layout tool of choice? Use the following situations for your answer.
(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.
"The standard filler is normally sufficient for applications up to 900º F. Other soft fillers are available for higher temperatures or special applications. The choice of the metal used for the jacketed part of the fitting would depend upon the corrosive conditions being encountered." This is the best description of which of the following fittings?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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?
There are several steps to consider when soldering on a valve. Of the list choose the one that dose not apply
If you were to completely show a workpiece in an orthographic projection, how many views would be required as a minimum? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
This type of valve can be installed in locations that are unavailable for a gate valve, but will give you similar valve characteristics. Of the options below, which valve is being described?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #3 is best represented by which answer below?
Fluxes in soldering are also known by another term, choose the best term that would be used in place of "fluxes".
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
There are two basic techniques to pierce a hole in plate steel. Choose the one that best applies from the answers below.
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
What tool is pictured below?
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
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "C".
"This alloy is the combination of copper and tin." Which of the metals below is best described by this statement?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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.
Class 3000, is a fitting classification for which type of material?
Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given 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 line labeled "C" in the picture provided?
"A process in which a liquid metal is somehow delivered into a mold." This statement is the best description of which term below?
Acetylene gas reacts explosively with some metals, so only certain metals may be used in piping the gas or repairing hose. Of the answers below, one is not an approved metal to be used in transporting acetylene gas. Choose the one that best applies.
What is the name of the reamer pictured below?
In the groove and shoulder system, if you use a roll groove, what is the disadvantage of this type of groove? Choose the best answer of the options below.
(wf)"This term refers to the physical property of a material to resist plastic deformation, penetration or indentation." Which of the following terms is best described by this statement?
"This term is used for lines that intersect at a right angle." Of the terms provided choose the best one to fit this statement