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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.
The classification of ferrous piping includes all of the following except for one. Choose the pipe that is not ferrous.
At what point, when cutting with oxy-fuel, should the cutting oxygen slowly be introduced?
(se)"This device limits electrical flow to one direction." This statement best describes which of the devices below?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluid will exert pressure in ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
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.
"The ability of a body to resist a distorting influence and to return to its original size and shape when that influence or force is removed." This is the best definition of which of the terms below?
When referring to the center to end measurement of a 90 degree elbow threaded fitting, what is the best term that describes this measurement?
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?
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?
"This alloy is the combination of copper and tin." Which of the metals below is best described by this statement?
Type "DWV" copper tubing has what colour identification strip?
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.
There are a number of hydrostatic principles, which of the answers below best encompasses them all?
The codes and regulations that must be followed when working with welded piping and fittings are based apon which of the following?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
(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?
(se)All welding machines have a duty cycle. A machine with a duty cycle of 72% with an amperage of 425, would run continuously at what amp maximum? Choose the best answer from the selection below.
What type of wrench is pictured below?
As it happens sometimes, while you were on break, your fire extinguisher grew legs and walked away. You head to the tool crib to get another, as you are doing your inspection you notice it is a CFC type. Is there anything that must be done with this extinguisher?
(wf)Slow travel speed, weak amperage and improper electrode angle are all included in which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
The references in red along the north side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
CSA approved head, eye, and foot protection is required for all workers. This is best legislated by which of the following acts?
Socket weld fittings most commonly come in sizes ranging from _____ to _____.
Downstream of the aftercooler, but upstream of the reciever, should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "C" in the picture provided?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #2 is best represented by which answer below?
There are a certain number of steps to installing soldered tube/pipe. How many steps are required?
Class 6000 fittings are commonly made from which material?
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 2.3%-9.5% in air.
On every oxygen cylinder there is an overpressurization safety device. Of the answers below, choose the best name for this device.
You are part of a crew that is hydrotesting a 40 m, 50 mm, Sch 60 alloy pipe. It is set up horizontally, north to south, on pipestands with a gauge at both ends. According to the principles of hydrostatics, what will the gauges read when the test is up and holding at 45 kPa? choose the best answer from the options below.
"This two-part anchoring system consists of resin and hardener which are combined through a mixing nozzle, and an anchor rod." This is the best description of which of the following anchors?
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.
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?
"This term is used to describe an action that means to divide something into two equal sections." The term best described by this statement is which of the following?
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?
While fitting a joint you are made aware that there is no wall thickness stamped on the fitting you are going to use. The proper course of action would 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?
Compression type fittings for copper tube are generally made from which of the following materials?
"In drill presses and drills, to hold the drill bits and accessories, there are several tooling devices that can be used." These are commonly called which of the below?
Class 3000, is a fitting classification for which type of material?
When storing plastic pipe, the pipe should be supported adequate support at all times. For long term storage, what additional step should be taken?
In oxy-fuel equipment, if the supply pressure gas is allowed to leak into the low pressure side of a regulator, this can cause problems with gauges, relief valves and operation of tools. Which of the answers below best describes this condition?
The numbers encircled on the north side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms 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?
(se)Which of the terms below best relates to a material or substance that resists the flow of electrical current? Choose your answer from those provided below.
Every hacksaw blade has a "set". This particular "set" has every third tooth straight, while the two before it are bent slightly to the side opposite of each other. Of the answers below, choose the best "set" to match this description.
Of the methods to render a container safe for hotwork, which of the following is the most common and most effective?
What is the name of the reamer pictured below?
(se)While welding, what is the result of shortening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those 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?
When comparing STD, XS and XXS wall thicknesses on typical piping, STD piping has:
What pressure would be exerted by a column of water 14 feet high? Choose the best answer from those provided below
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluids pressure is proportional to ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
The orientation of a horizontal line is commonly referred to as _______ to the horizon. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below to fill in the blank.
When fusion welding a butt joint, what is the suggested size of the root opening? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
"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?
"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?
Which answer below best represents the type of cutting machine in the picture provided?
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?
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?
Which type of fastener below requires a layout of the holes before fastener is installed?
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
A small percentage of fuels, when exposed to air, water, or heat under normal condition will chemically react. These fuels are classed as which of the below?
(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.
When used in conjunction with a reverse flow check valve , a flashback arrestor is best to be place where on an oxyacetylene setup?
Which of the following answers best describes the advantage of preparing a joint with a U groove over the Vee groove style?
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.
"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?
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)While welding, what is the result of leangthening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Which of the states of matter can be defined as having defined mass, but no defined volume or shape? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
"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?
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.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld 90° elbow?
(wf)Lack of fusion, oxidation and lack of penetration are all included in which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from those provided below
What type of punch is pictured 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?
Composition disc type valves are part of which of the following categories?
Of the options below, choose the one that best states the primary function of plate rolls.
Which of the welding processes below would welding goggles be worn?
RTJ gaskets come in two styles. These are which of the following?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded gate valve?
"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?
"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?
Copper tube DWV fittings can be used on copper pressure piping systems
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."
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.
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.
"In this type of welding, the filler metal is liquid above 425°C, and deposited in the joint by other than capillary attraction." This statement best describes which of the weld methods below?
Calculate the density of 4 ft³ of copper that weighs 367 lbs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
Wood screws have an unthreaded portion just under the screw head on the shank. Using the options below, what is this portion called?
Burns have a classification by degree. If you have a surface burn, it would be considered which of the following?
(se)The graph below best represents which type of welding machine output? Choose from the best answer from those provided below.
In the WHIMIS system, the workplace labels must display 3 pieces of information. Of the answers provided, choose the one that is not needed.
Of the answers below choose the best answer that reflects style of press that has the highest capacity.
If the piping isometric that you are working off of has a 1:20 metric reduced scale to it, what is the actual length of the workpiece of you measure 45mm on the print? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(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 thermal cutting blades.