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"Easy rotation of the piping to allow for even wearing of the pipe in an abrasive application." This is the best description of which of the plastic pipe joining types below?
When heated, metal forms a scale on it's surface. This scale is called what?
All butt weld fittings must have _____ pieces of information stamped on them.
Weld fittings are available in two varieties, one of these is:
There are three types of radiant energy that is given off by a typical welding arc. Choose the one that does not apply from the answers below.
With regard to fitting a threaded joint, the length of the threads that is engaged inside the fitting is called by which of these terms?
What is the pressure exerted by 1 ft² of water? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
A carbonizing flame would be best suited to which of the following applications?
Type "L" copper tube has which colour identification strip?
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "C"?
(wf)After the fillet weld is complete, the weld profile looks like the green section of the picture below. Which of the terms below best describes this profile?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #1 is best represented by which answer below?
Calculate the volume of 2.3 lb/ft³ of aluminium that weighs 1479 lbs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Composition disc type valves are part of which of the following categories?
Which parts of an ASPT or NPT are flattened slightly?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "D" in the picture provided.
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "C".
What pressure would be exerted by a column of water 14 feet high? Choose the best answer from those provided below
(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.
Of all the materials that make clothes, there is one type that should never be worn in a industrial workplace. Of the answers below, choose the one that best applies.
This filler metal is most commonly used with cobalt alloys, and applications that have an extremely high service temperature." This statement describes which of the filler metals below best?
"Grinding on the workpiece resting on this attachment prevents sudden slips in which the wheel grabs the work momentarily and yanks it out of the operator's hand, or pulls the hand toward the wheel." This is the best description of which attachment to a bench grinder? Choose from the answers below.
The code that covers all piping that transport fluids is which of the following?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
Welding torches and cutting torches are similar in most respects. Of the options below, choose the best answer that represents a similarity.
(wf)"This term refers to a physical property of a material which describes the ability of a material containing a crack to resist further cracking."
(se)"This device limits electrical flow to one direction." This statement best describes which of the devices below?
Of the answers below, choose the layout tool that would most likely consist of a "Bevel protractor" and a steel rule
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.
(wf)"This is the term used for the point where the material begins to have permanent deformation." This statement best describes which of the terms below?
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "B".
Twist drill sizes are designated by four methods. Which of the following answers is not one of them.
Straight pattern, Y pattern and angle pattern are all design variations of which style of valve?
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?
(mse)"Loads that change in either size, position or direction, are considered to be________ loads." This statement best describes which of the terms provided?
There are a great many ways to give information about the shape of an object. Certain ways of drawing or views will give some information clearer than others. Of the answers below, choose the best term that describes the following picture.
Lockable service, gas cock, pilot valve and a curb stop valve are all varieties of which type of valve?
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?
From the following answers, choose the best one that represents the radiant energy hazard produced by Non-destructive testing.
"These regulators allow a consistent pressure to be fed to the tool being used. This is true despite the change in inlet pressures." Which of the regulators below is best described by this statement?
What tool is in the picture below?
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
When "WPB" is stamped on a butt weld fitting, that designates which of the below?
When using a portable fire extinguisher to fight a fire, why is it important to aim at the base of the fire?
What tool is in the picture below?
To properly prepare a joint to be welded, how many steps should be used to get the joint tacked?
What type of wrench is pictured 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.
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
The coolest place possible should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
When using your oxyacetylene torch, if your gas speed is higher that the speed of flame propagation, what will the outcome be?
When one substance is dissolved in another homogeneously, this is called a solution. Which of the three states of matter can a solution exist? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
If a hose connection were to break during the pressuring of a hydrostatic test, which of the following pieces of equipment would prevent it from lashing around?
In the WHMIS system, "Compressed gas" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(se)When sizing welding cables, which of the cables below would be the largest?
"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?
(wf)The welding surface may contain discontinuities from the style of preparation. From the answers below, choose the best one that describes discontinuities from a surfaced prepped by gouging. blades.
The intensity of sound is measured in dBA. In the workplace the suggested dBA level for wearing hearing protection over an 8 hour day would be which of the below?
The markings required on a butt weld fitting does not include which of the following?
These materials can be cooled and heated several times without any change in their chemistry or mechanical properties. This allows them to be formed and re-formed into different shapes" This is the best description of which of the terms 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 filler metals would be most commonly used when brazing copper or copper alloys? Choose the best answer from the following filler metals.
What type of wrench is pictured below?
Which of the following torque procedures is the least accurate in regards to getting to proper tension on a studbolt?
"A hazard within the workplace that can harm the body without necessarily touching it. Vibration and noise are examples of this type of hazards." This statement best describes which of the following hazard groups?
Please add the following fractions ⁴⁄₈, ⁶⁄₁₂, ⁵⁄₈, ⅔. Choose your answer from the ones provided below.
"Heat number" is a designation that can be replaced by which term?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that the ________ of a fluid has no effect on pressure." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
What formula would be correct when attempting to calculate the fitting allowance of a threaded 90 degree elbow?
The 3 classes of fittings for a forged steel piping system come in 3 classes. Of the list below, select the 3 that apply.
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
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?
The codes and regulations that must be followed when working with welded piping and fittings are based apon which of the following?
There are a number of hydrostatic principles, which of the answers below best encompasses them all?
(se)While welding, what is the result of leangthening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld globe valve?
(se)Your welder asks you to turn up the _________ on his welder for more penetration. Choose the best answer from the options below to fill in the blank.
On the jobsite you have to cut 200 mm plate, and have to heat a large hoarding from the same supply. Of the gases below, choose the gas that would best fill both of these requirements.
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "C"?
Ambient conditions and temperature of the contents of thermoplastic pipe are directly related to which of the answers 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 that is 5.3%-14% in air.
What tool is in the picture below?
For material that is ⅜" to 1" thick, the most common type of joint preparation would be which of the following. Choose the best answer that applies
There are three commonly used basic systems of controlling the operation of a mechanized oxy-fuel cutter. Which of the answers below is not one of them? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Of the options below, which one relies on the memory of the plastic tube to contract to its original size after the fitting is inserted?
Inches of Hg is commonly used for atmospheric pressure. What is the difference in pressure exerted by a 10" column of Hg with a 1 in² base, when compared to a column of water the same height? Use the best answer from those provided below.
The engineer has asked you to verify the base for setting a tank on, the area required will be a minimum of 10 meters. Which of the answers below best represents the minimum radius required to set the tank?
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.
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 10 meter piece of brass pipe that has an operating temperature of 85°C and pressure of 34 kPa/m². This line was originally installed At -15°C, what is the total linear expansion in meters for this line? Choose the best answer from the ones supplied below.
From this description, choose the correct pipe support. "A piece of pipe, to support a line, that is mitered and welded to the back of an elbow."
A fume extracting welding gun works well with which other source of ventilation? Choose the best answer from the choices below
"This term is used for lines that intersect at a right angle." Of the terms provided choose the best one to fit this statement
After the second tack is in place, what is the tool most commonly used to maintain the gap?
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "T" represent in this formula?
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.
When the work that is being performed is not dependent on the pressure delivered from the cylinder being used, which style of regulator would most commonly used?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
Your journeyman has asked you to torque a 4" #150 flange to 50 ft/lbs. This represents 30% of the total torque, which of the answers below best represents the full torque value?
Complete this equation. 15⁷⁄₈ - 4 ⅙ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.