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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?
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "C".
What tube would be commonly used in fabricating a radiant heating system?
There are generally considered to be four types of welds. Which of those weld types is represented by the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
If you allow swarf to accumulate on the tool you are using, what are the problems that can arise?
This type of layout tool consists of two parts, a "Beam" and a "Blade". Which of the following tools best fits this description?
"Is not designed for continuous occupancy, and has limited or restricted means for entry or exit." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
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.
Of the list below, choose the answer that has one advantage (first) and one disadvantage (second) of copper tubing over steel or iron pipe.
Which of the following disc designs is the most widely use variation for the gate valve?
(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.
The materials that butt weld fittings can be made from include:
"This workplace hazard consists of substances, mixtures and materials that can be classified according to their health risks and dangers." This statement best describes which of the following hazard groups?
Socket weld fittings are generally used to join piping that is 50mm(2") or less?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "A"?
(wf)Structural discontinuities would include all of the following defects except one. Of the answers below choose the one that is not a structural discontinuity.
"A substance used to promote fusion that is applied to surfaces to be joined to keep them free from oxide and promote their union." This is the best definition of which of the soldering terms below?
"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?
In every piping system, a specific fitting should be installed for control of flow and pressure. Of the choices below, which fitting(s) would best apply?
Loss of head for a valve or fitting has an equivalent in a length of the same size pipe. Which valve, a gate or an angle globe (both fully open), would have the highest losses?
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "B"?
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 some specific weld faults that can occur with a fillet weld. Which of these faults is represented by the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
Which type of pipe fitting., of the list below, is not permitted on natural gas piping systems?
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.
The references in red along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
Globe valves have a distinct disadvantage when compared to a gate valve. From the answers below select the best one.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld globe valve?
What is the name of the reamer pictured below?
There a specific vocabulary when describing the areas of a fillet weld. Which of these terms is represented by "J" in the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
Which of the following types of copper requires a bending device?
Orthographic and isometric directional arrows have few similarities. From the options provided below, choose the best answer that represents one of those similarities.
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "A".
Type "K" copper tube has which colour identification strip?
Typically on a hydrostatic test, the _______ of the fill hose is greater than the high pressure hose. Choose from the following answers to fill in the blank.
A lube oil piping header has a slope of 2.5% for a 13500 mm run. What is the total drop of the line in meters? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Which form of corrosion(s) is aided by an increase in temperature? Choose the best answer from the options below.
"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.
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?
(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.
Oxygen should have a purity of 99.5% or higher for oxy-fuel cutting. The cutting speed will be an estimated ¾ of normal and the expenditure in cutting oxygen will increase approximately ¼ of normal for each _______ drop in purity percentage form optimum. Use the answers provided to select the best one to fill in the blank.
When used in conjunction with a flashback arrestor, a reverse flow check valve is best to be place where on an oxyacetylene setup?
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
(se)This term expresses the pressure from an electrical circuit's power source that produces pressure to push a current through a circuit, enabling them to do work. From the terms provided, choose the one that best applies.
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "E"?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
"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?
The markings required on a butt weld fitting does not include which of the following?
Socket weld fittings are commonly used on joints that are what size?
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.
0.578 oz/in² is equal to which of the answers below? Choose the best answer that applies
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "G" in the picture provided?
If you needed to place new threads on the inside of a fitting, which of these tools would be best?
Which of the following situations would a scribe be the best layout tool of choice? Use the following situations for your answer.
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.
To cut a piece of thin wall tubing with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
(mse)The protective shield that purges any atmospheric gases that may be harmful to the weld, and the slag that protects the weld metal both are produced from one area in the weld zone. Which of the following ares best describes where these are produced?
In air there are numerous gases in varying proportions, which of the answers below best represents those proportions?
(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?
The _________ has a one-to-one ratio of acetylene and oxygen, any additional oxygen needed for complete combustion comes from the surrounding air. Use the answers provided to fill in the blank.
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?
Of the answers below, which is the best example of the difference between a sensitive drill press and an upright drill press?
There a specific vocabulary when describing the areas of a fillet weld. Which of these terms is represented by "B" in the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
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.
In the picture below, what type of joining system is being used? Use the best answer from the ones provided below.
Lockable service, gas cock, pilot valve and a curb stop valve are all varieties of which type of valve?
Of the gases below, choose the one that has the highest flame temperature in its neutral state.
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure at an altitude of 3000 feet above sea level?
Fillet welds have fundamentally ________ different types of welds. Choose the best answer from those below to fill in the blank.
Ambient conditions and temperature of the contents of thermoplastic pipe are directly related to which of the answers 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.
(se)"The deflection of an electric arc from its normal path because of magnetic forces, usually after the current has been moving in the same path of travel for an extended period." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
Generally, plastic compression fittings come in how many types? Choose from the answers 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?
Before entering a confined space for the first time or re-entering after a break, it is a good practice to do which of the following?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
Section 315(1), (2) and (3) covering guardrails can be found in which piece of legislation below?
The air has a density of _________ at STP, based on 101 kPa and 0°C. Use the best answer below to fill in the blank.
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
What is the name of the cutter pictured below?
The type of gauge that is most commonly used in pressure testing would be one that has a ________ date stamped or labeled on it for easy recorded by QA/QC.
When installing an auxiliary service piping system, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
The alignment of holes in two or more pieces of plate at the same time can be a challenge. Which of the tool below would be best in this situation?
"It is a method of drawing which you can represent your shapes into three- dimensional view. An angle of 30 degree is taken in all its sides in order to give a 3d look." This statement best describes which of the following drawing methods?
(wf)A tapered transition ratio of _________ is commonly thought to be acceptable by numerous codes. Use the answers given below to find the best ratio to fill in the blank.
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.
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.
Because of various stresses, fasteners to be used in the piping industry are designed for what type of load?
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Bore" signify?
"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?
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.
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 small volume?
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.
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
Maintaining all of the required PPE within the manufactures guidelines and in good working order is the responsibility of the________." Choose from the following answers to fill the blank.
(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.
Of the answers below choose the best answer that reflects style of press that has the highest capacity.