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Instrumentation: FIRST PERIOD

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There are many studies on how pressure and force affect fluids. "Horizontal runs do not increase pressure." is one of the principles of which answer below?
There are many different applications for copper tube. Which of those applications below would have the greatest internal operating pressure ratings?
"A simple circuit for measuring an unknown resistance by connecting it so as to form a quadrilateral with three known resistances and applying a voltage between a pair of opposite corners." is the best description of which of the terms below?
Reduce and state answer as a proper or mixed fraction: ¹²⁄₄₈.
When a pressure of 15 psi is applied to a diaphragm actuator with a diameter of 18 cm, what is the force in Newtons (N) that is created?
All objects have mass which is affected by gravity. Which of the answers below represents the SI approximate value for acceleration due to gravity?
Express 60% as a reduced fraction.
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?
In fluid mechanics, there is always a loss in pressure due to several factors. Which of the factors below would most affect this loss in pressure?
"An electric circuit in which the normal path of current has been interrupted." is the best description of which of the terms below?
The prefix "Mega" can be expressed as?
What is the name of the part of a drill bit that gets fitted into the drill spindle?
In a simple circuit, if E=8 V and R=3 ohms, what is the current of the circuit?
The two main functions of a negative feedback system are:
What is the SI unit of pressure?
In the SI system, the unit used for mass is?
(310102c) Resistors are commonly rated in 3 distinct ways. Which of the answers below would best relate a "resistance" rating?
The volume of a sphere is calculated with which correct equation?
Section 315(1), (2) and (3) covering guardrails can be found in which piece of legislation below?
Covert 3 ⅘ to an improper fraction
(650101a) There are three main sections in the occupational health and safety legislation in Alberta. Which of the sections below best relates to the minimum safety standards set for employers?
There are two very common types of metric vernier calipers. If the caliper that you are using has 1mm graduations on the beam, which of the answers below represents the graduations required on the Vernier scale?
Alternating current is bi-directional.
Which pressure to force converter is typically used in dial indicating pressure gauges?
From the information given in the diagram below, what is the voltage across each resistor?
There are 5 separate classifications in the WHIMIS system. Which of the following classifications is responsible for combustible material?
When taking measurements, there are several terms that are commonly used. Which of the terms below is best described as the difference between the highest and lowest error values
In the figure below, R1= 10 ohms, R2=6 ohms, and R3=4 ohms, with the battery producing 40 V, what is the power absorbed by R1?
A car traveling west has an initial speed of zero, and accelerates at a rate of 4 m/s² for 6 seconds. What is the final velocity of the car?
(310104d) Valve positioners provide several advantages over standard valves. Which of the advantages below would best relate to the addition or release of air from the actuator to achieve proper plug placement?
If a battery has a rating of 133 Ah, theoretically it could provide 5.75 A for how long?
What are all the variables that can be measured when dealing with gases?
The trigonometric ratio of sine is calculated with which mathematical equation?
Convert ⁸⁄₁₉ to a decimal.
Valves require several different styles of physical lock out device. Which of the styles below correctly identifies the device in the following picture?
(310102n) The Canadian Electrical code (CEC) encompasses all standards for electrical/instrumentation work. Which of the sections of that code below would relate best to Class 1 circuits that are controlled remotely?
There are several terms that are used to describe the features of a particular thread type. Which of the terms below would best describe the letter "A" in the picture below?
(310104d) Control valves have a number of accessories that they can use for a variety of applications. Which of the answers below would be best reflect the common accessory for valve plug placement accuracy?
The ratio 3.4:2.5 equal to?
There are several types of purge/pressurization permits that are available. Which of the permits below would best be used when an enclosure needs do be reduced from a Class I, Zone 1 to a Class I, Zone 2?
Reduce and state answer as a proper or mixed fraction: ³⁴⁰⁄₁₆.
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There are many electrical terms that have symbols to describe them in equations. Which of the terms below is best referred to as "Ꜫᵣ" in an equation?
(310101c) There are a wide variety of tubing fitting types with specific name describing them. Which of the fittings below would best be used when connecting tube to tube?
If a closed tank is pressurized to 30 psig and the pressure gauge at the bottom of the tank reads 45 psig, what head (in meters) of a liquid with a R.D. of 0.45 is contained in the tank?
There are many studies on how pressure and force affect fluids. "Fluid pressure is proportional to depth." is one of the principles of which answer below?
What are the three areas of WHMIS?
(310101c) There are many specialized applications for copper tube. Which of the copper tube colour code would be used in a compressed medical air system?
If a closed tank is pressurized to 20 psig and the pressure gauge at the bottom of the tank reads 25 psig, what head (in meters) of a liquid with a R.D. of 0.65 is contained in the tank
There are 5 separate classifications in the WHIMIS system. Which of the following classifications is responsible for poisonous biohazardous material?
Electrostatic generation can be happen in many conditions. Which of the answers below would correctly identify one of those conditions?
What is the mass that is placed on a piston above a gas if the pressure exerted is 78554 Pa on a cylinder that has a 3 cm diameter
A pneumatic level transmitter, with an output range of 20-100 kPa, is being used to assess the fluid level in a cylinder though an input range of 0-15.5 meters. What is the fluid level if the transmitter signal is 78 kPa
The methods to mount an instrument are as varied as the instruments themselves. Which of the mounting methods below would capillary or impulse line to the instrument be used?
There are several different types of hammers used in industry. Which of the hammers below best represents the following picture?
Solve for the missing angle.
From the following answers, choose the best one that represents the radiant energy hazard produced by Non-destructive testing.
This valve is primarily used in slurry service and is not over 8 inch in general
(310102n) The Canadian Electrical code (CEC) encompasses all standards for electrical/instrumentation work. Which of the sections of that code below would relate best to Class 2 circuits that are controlled remotely?
(310103f) There are several methods for measuring process variables. Which of the transmitters below would use a fixed restrictor as well as a feedback bellows in the creation of an output pressure signal?
By the early 1800's, there had been several gas laws discovered. Which of those laws below is best described as "the relationship between the volume and temperature in a fixed mass of gas."?
(310103f) There are three main components in a simple signal transmission system. Which of the components below is best represented by the letter "A"?
"An electrical circuit that allows a current to travel along an unintended path with no or a very low electrical impedance." is the best description of which of the terms below?
From the information given in the diagram below, what is the voltage drop over R4, if R1= 3 ohms, R2= 5 ohms, R3= 7 ohms, R4= 6 ohms and the battery produces 24 V?
If a closed tank is pressurized to 145.345 kPa and the pressure gauge at the bottom of the tank reads 156.456 kPa, what head (in feet) of a liquid with a R.D. of 0.67 is contained in the tan
Circular chart recorders have several specific accessories. Which of the answers below would best describe the accessory that allows the additional measurement of differential and static pressures?
Electrostatic generation can be happen in many conditions. Which of the answers below would correctly fill the blank in the statement, "The generation of an electrostatic charge is ________ in conditions that are humid?"
"An element or device which receives information in the form of 4-20 mA and coverts it to information in the form of 3-15 psig." is the best description of which of the terms below?
There are several grades of iron and steel. Which of the answers below best represents a material that is best suited for castings because of it's superior flow characteristics when melted?
Reduce ¹⁵⁄₄₅ and state as a proper or mixed fraction.
The basic unit of matter is called?
Angle motion negative feedback system consists of:
In the SI system, the unit for time is?
What is the pressure generated by a mass of 3 kg placed on a the top of a cylindrical piston with a 4 cm diameter filled with gas?
There are 3 major components to a zener intrinsically safe barrier. Which of the answers below would be best describe the component that limits the current?
Ladders have specific designs for specific applications. Which of the answers below correctly identifies the ladder in the following picture?
There are 5 separate classifications in the WHIMIS system. Which of the following classifications is responsible for flammable material?
State ⁸⁴⁵⁶⁄₂₄₃ as a mixed fraction.
Batteries come in two common varieties. Which of the terms below can relate best to a rechargeable cell?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(310101c) When ordering a GP copper tubing size, it has to be precise. Which of the measurements below would be used for ordering copper tube?
When servicing or troubleshooting a valve there are several steps that must be completed. In controlling hazardous energy, verifying a physical lock or securing method is placed on all isolating devices, would be which of the steps below?
When making an angularity adjustment, what is the first adjustment made?
Which of the resistors below is best described by the following statement, "A variable resistor making use of three contacts whose resistance varies with an adjustment of a sliding contact."?
Magnets have been classified into two distinct groups. Which of the answers below is best described as an electromagnet which only retains magnetism when an electrical current is running through it?
The result of a _______ actuator is installed with a ________ valve will be air-to-close
A magnetic field is set up between the the two poles of a magnet. Which of the answers below would the represent the flow direction outside the magnet?
(310103d) There are several essential components to a pressure regulator. Which of the components below would be used as both a measuring and loading element?
If, for every 20 C of charge, 80 J of energy is available, what is the voltage?
"5 x 7=7 x 5" is an example of which mathematical law?
When 20 C passes by a point in a wire in 12 seconds, what is the current in amperes?
From the information given in the diagram below, what is the total resistance if R1= 3 ohms, R2= 5 ohms, R3= 7 ohms, R4= 6 ohms and the battery produces 24 V?
The point when increasing current will not increases magnetism in an electromagnet is call?
There are several advantages and limitations to installing a galvanically isolated barrier as an intrinsically safe barrier. Which one of the answers below can be considered an advantage of this style of barrier?
There are numerous guidelines provided in section 18, appendix B, from the CEC. Which of the rules from that appendix would relate to ignition temperatures?
(310101c) Although soldered fittings for tube can be used on pressure and DWV applications, there are some differences between the fittings. Which of the answers below describes one of the major differences that the DWV fittings have when compared to pressure fittings??
Covert 6 ¹¹⁄₁₃ to an improper fraction.
Which of the laws below can be best described by the following statement, "The strength or intensity of an unvarying electric current is directly proportional to the electromotive force and inversely proportional to the resistance of the circuit"?
Scaffolds use is daily occurrence at most job sites. Any scaffold that is constructed must be designed to handle _____ times the potential load placed on it. Use that answers below to correctly fill in the blank.
Which type of pilot valve has one supply connection and two output connections?