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After cutting a pipe to length with a torch beveller, what is the next step in the weld preparation process?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "H" in the picture 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.
There are a number of hydrostatic principles, which of the answers below best encompasses them all?
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?
If you were trying to depict the inside workings of an item, you which of the following orthographic views would be best for the task?
To avoid electrical shock there are several steps that can be taken. Of the answers below, choose the one that does not apply.
When faced with vertical movements typically in excess of 13mm, or where no residual stresses are to be transferred to the pipe, which of the supports below would be the best to install?
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Masonry anchors come in _______ basic types. Choose from the following answers to fill in the blank.
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
Using the terms provided, choose the best one that would be described as a substance being chemically joined in fixed proportions of two or more different types of atoms.
______ type compression joints are also commonly referred to as ______ as well as sleeveless type.
Socket weld fittings are generally used to join piping that is 50mm(2") or less?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "C" in the picture provided?
These types of portable fire extinguishers are very heavy, have a conical nozzle, and are commonly bright red. Choose the best answer from the selection 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.
(mse)"This mechanical property is expressed in an elongation percentage. A bend test is used to achieve this percentage." Which of the properties is best described by this statement?
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.
Globe valves have a distinct disadvantage when compared to a gate valve. From the answers below select the best one.
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.
Of the alloys below, which is the alloy of copper and zinc?
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "C".
Of the selection below choose which measurement this sentence best describes. "Not widely used for gas pressures, This measurement is mostly used in materials science, where the tensile strength of a material is measured as a large number of psi."
MJ/m³ and Btu/ft³ are two was of expressing ________energy. Use the terms below to select the one that best fills in the blank.
What is the SI measurement for air pressure? Choose the best answer from the options below.
The number of turns by _______ should be _______ than the number of turns by _____ when tightening a threaded joint. Choose the words in order to fill the blanks from the options below.
There is a set number of steps in the procedure for creating proper joints with thermoplastic piping. Of the answers below, select the one that is closest to that number.
"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?
Electrical shock accounts for a large number of workplace injuries. Which of the following would not increase the possibility of electrical shock? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(wf)"The maximum load that a material can support without fracture when being stretched." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
Composition disc type valves are part of which of the following categories?
"This workplace hazard consists of organisms or organic matters produced by these organisms that are harmful to human health." This statement best describes which of the hazards 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.
This type of layout tool consists of two parts, a "Beam" and a "Blade". Which of the following tools best fits this description?
(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."
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?
The code that covers external piping for boilers that create steam or vapour at 15 psig or more, and water at a pressures in excess of 160 psig and/or a temperature in excess of 250F is which of the following?
If you had to walk around a house and it took you 4 minutes to walk one side and 6 minutes to walk the adjacent side, how long would it take to finish the entire walk? Choose the best answers from those below
The design of a ball valve is similar to which of the listed valves?
Of the list below, a try cock is considered what type of valve?
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "C".
Lockable service, gas cock, pilot valve and a curb stop valve are all varieties of which type of valve?
There are two basic techniques to pierce a hole in plate steel. Choose the one that best applies from the answers below.
Before entering a container to work, your Journeyman asks for a gas test to be done. The foreman agrees and puts the sniffer close to the floor of the container. Of the following answers, which gas would he be testing for?
A carbonizing flame would be best suited to which of the following applications?
"The angle of the oxy-fuel torch relative to the direction of travel that which the tip is pointed dictates the directions in which the heat is going and the slag will be blown." Which of the terms below is best described by this statement?
Youare going to dig a well on your land to get water, you have bought a small suction pump that will create a vacuum equal to a column 984 mm Hg. Which answer below best represents the maximum depth that the well can be while using this pump?
There are several sizes of portable hand drills. How are they rated? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
Which form of corrosion(s) is aided by an increase in temperature? Choose the best answer from the options below.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld ball valve?
"In the center of a flange there is a tall hub with a bevelled end suitable for welding." This is a description of which type of flange?
Which of the following gases has the highest MJ/m³ rating? Choose the best answer from those provided
This type of soldering uses temperatures below 450C or 840F:
(se)When sizing welding cables, which of the cables below would be the largest?
A common 30/70 soft solder contains what percentage of which elements in it's alloy?
What is the name of the ginder pictured below?
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?
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?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded globe valve?
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 3.4%-10.8%in air.
After installing an utility water piping system, you are asked to prove to the client there are no leaks. Which of the following options would be the best for this request?
"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?
(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.
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the answer from the ones provided that best describes the method of dimensioning.
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "C" in the picture provided.
The proper procedure for setting up an oxyacetylene outfit takes an number of steps. Of the answers below, choose the one that represents these number of steps.
The encircled letters along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
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.
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.
(wf)Rapid solidification, low amperage, and incomplete perheat are all included in which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "F" in the picture provided?
What type of punch is pictured below?
Class 6050 is a classification of which fitting type?
The orientation of a vertical line is commonly referred to as _______ to the horizon. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below to fill in the blank.
(se)All electrode holders have a rating. Choose from the answers below and select the one that best describes this rating.
Of all the tools listed below, what is the preferred method for cutting tube under 3/4"?
Which of the piping systems below would Bell-end type joints primarily be used in?
(wf)"This term deals with the increase in stress in an area of a weld near a crack, depression, or a sharp angle. Although the calculated stressing may be quite safe, it can be enough to cause failure of the weld." This statement best describes which of the terms below?
Calculate the volume of 2.3 lb/ft³ of aluminium that weighs 1479 lbs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
"A process in which a liquid metal is somehow delivered into a mold." This statement is the best description of which term below?
Looking at the answers below, which one is not a cause of flashback while using an oxyacetelyne cutting torch? Choose the best answer that applies.
Copper tube pressure fittings can be used on copper tube DWV piping systems.
What type of bar is pictured below?
Which of the measurements below is the metric standard for the breaking strength of bolts?
Materials used for bolts and studs have been grouped into ______ by ASME. Use the options below to fill in the blank.
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.
A plug valve is quick to open or quick to close. Another way of describing that profile is which of the following?
"When used in conjunction with similarly threaded nuts, These externally threaded devices are used to create a joining of two or more components." This is the best description of which of the items below?
What type of bar is pictured below?
Fluxes in soldering are also known by another term, choose the best term that would be used in place of "fluxes".
Contamination of welds is a very serious issue especially where alloys are involved. To avoid contamination from brushing out material from portions of a weld, what precaution should be taken? Choose the best answer from the choices below.
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.
Of the answers provided, choose the thermoplastic that is used for laboratory DWV, and has similar characteristics to PP.
Which forged steel fitting classification does not have a schedule number?
Pipe size is specified with two non-dimensional numbers: ________ diameter based on inches, and _______ for wall thickness. Of the options below, fill in the blanks.
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 largest range of flammability.
Biological Hazards can be further broken down into subsections. Of the answers below, one is not a biological hazard, choose the answer that doesn't fit.