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The inert purge gases for GMAW and GTAW welding processes are non-toxic, but are still dangerous. In what situation below would these gases be a danger?
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.
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
While setting up for a hydrostatic test, it is noted that the maximum output on the pump to be used is 1000 psia. The test hose that is to be used has a pressure rating of 6950 kPaa. From the answers below choose the best course of action.
What tool is pictured below?
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for force?
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.
"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?
"When two or more substances are combined and each retain their own chemical identity." Choose the term below that best reflects this statement.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
There are a number of hydrostatic principles, which of the answers below best encompasses them all?
A support that is floor mounted by welding or by anchors, is commonly called which of the following?
"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.
When comparing STD, XS and XXS wall thicknesses on typical piping, XXS piping has:
Calculate the volume of 2.3 lb/ft³ of aluminium that weighs 1479 lbs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Generally in oxy-fuel cutting, when heat is applied to steel ranging from 760°C to 870°C, this is commonly referred to as which of the terms below? Choose the best answer from the options provided.
With the options below complete the following sentence. "Rules governing the fabrication of power boilers is found in ASME ________"
What tool is in the picture below?
"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?
"Heat number" is a designation that can be replaced by which term?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the black portion that the arrow is pointing at in picture provided?
"The act or procedure of liquefying or melting by the application of heat, any two materials to combine them." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
Downstream of the aftercooler, but upstream of the reciever, should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
The design of a ball valve is similar to which of the listed valves?
Of the valves below, which has a non-directional flow pattern?
There are several steps to consider when soldering on a valve. Of the list choose the one that dose not apply
Which of the following gases has the highest MJ/m³ rating? Choose the best answer from those provided
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.
"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?
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.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld globe valve?
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Capillary action" signify?
There a specific vocabulary when describing the areas of a fillet weld. Which of these terms is represented by "A" in the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
(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.
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?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded gate valve?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld 90° elbow?
Please add the following fractions ⁴⁄₈, ⁶⁄₁₂, ⁵⁄₈, ⅔. Choose your answer from the ones provided below.
"While dimensioning drawings, there is one of the following activities that you must avoid doing." Which of the following actions when dimensioning a drawing must be avoided? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below
Regulators commonly have three working parts to them. Which of the parts does the the adjusting screw attach to? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
During the oxy-fuel cutting process, iron oxidizes. Of the terms below, which one best describes the resulting lines on the surface of the cut from this process?
"Has a female socket in which pipe is fitted. Fillet welding is done from outside on the pipe." This is the best description of which fitting?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a ring joint flange?
A neutral flame would be best suited to which of the following applications?
"During the creation of this style of groove, the steel of the pipe is cold formed while it is displaced inward." Of the answers below, choose the one best described by this statement.
(se)When sizing welding cables, which of the cables below would be the smallest?
The isometric below has an abundance of information contained within it. The amount of 4 inch A106-B sch 40 piping that is required for this drawing is best represented by which of the answers below?
Of the options below, which measuring tool would be best suited to getting exact measurements?
Convert 0.41278 to a fraction. Choose the best answer from below.
If the welding apprentices tacked 4 welds in an hour, how many welds would be tacked by 3 apprentices in a 37.5 hour work week? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #6 is best represented by which answer below?
The fraction ⅜ is equal to which of the fractions below? Choose the best answer from the ones provided.
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 picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "A".
A 35 meter piece of copper pipe that the first 10 m section has an operating temperature of 105°C and pressure of 34 kPa/m² until a restriction, then the temperature and pressure both drop by 15 for the remainder of the line. The entire line was originally installed at -25°C, what is the total linear expansion in meters for this line? Choose the best answer from the ones supplied below.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "E" in the picture provided?
A small system has been filled and is ready to pressure up. Which of the pumps below would be the best to use for this test?
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 of the following gases has the hottest burning neutral flame? Choose the best answer from those 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?
"This gasket material is generally used in low pressure, low temperature applications." Which of the materials below best fits this description?
Weld fittings are available in two varieties, one of these is:
In the picture below, what type of joining system is being used? Use the best answer from the ones provided below.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "H" in the picture provided?
"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?
When using a long tape, one extra consideration must be taken into account over a short tape. Of the answers below, choose the one that best applies.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld gate valve?
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.
There are three parts to a common twist drill. Which of the below is not one of those parts?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "A" in the picture provided.
Spiral wound gaskets have 6 identifiers on them, which of the below is not one?
(se)The distance from the molten pool of the weld to the end of the electrodes core wire is called the arc length. A distance that is ________ of the diameter of the electrodes core wire is considered normal. Choose from the following options the best answer to fill the blank.
"These drawing tools as commonly used with a T-square to produce vertical and angled lines." Of the tools below, which is best described by this statement?
Calculate the density of 4 ft³ of copper that weighs 367 lbs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
What tool is in the picture below?
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
"Fusion welding with an oxidizing flame on this type of material will cause welds that are porous, oxidized, and brittle." This statement best describes which of the metals below?
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "A".
(se)What is the name of the welding accessory pictured below? Use the answers provided to choose the best one.
When using your oxyacetylene torch, if your gas speed is higher that the speed of flame propagation, what will the outcome be?
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?
(mse)"Loads that change in either size, position or direction, are considered to be________ loads." This statement best describes which of the terms provided?
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Bore" signify?
With ______ piping, fusion welding, and acid resistant clamps are the the most basic types of joining. Choose from the following to fill in the blank.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld 45° elbow?
The most common colour for a fuel gas hose in an oxyacetylene set up is which of the below?
The numbers encircled on the north side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
All of the below are common disadvantages of using plastic pipe except one. Choose the answer that is not a disadvantage.
Of the answers below choose the best answer that reflects style of press that has the highest capacity.
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
Concrete anchors have two broad categories. Of the choices below, select the ones that apply.
When installing an instrument air piping system in a textile plant, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "D" in the picture provided.
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "D"?
Which of the measurements below is the metric standard for the breaking strength of bolts?
Socket weld fittings are generally used to join piping that is 50mm(2") or less?
When fusion welding a butt joint, what is the suggested size of the root opening? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
When heated, metal forms a scale on it's surface. This scale is called what?