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In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the answer from the ones provided that best describes the orientation of the numerical dimensions.
An Instrument air piping system does not exceed 1673 psi @ 100 degrees F. What class of forged steel fitting in conjunction with Sch 80 piping should be used
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.
RTJ gaskets come in two styles. These are which of the following?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
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?
What tool is in the picture below?
(wf)A weld defect called "precipitate hardening" is a situation that can lead to which of the below problems? Choose the best answer from those provided
(mse)"Loads that change in either size, position or direction, are considered to be________ loads." This statement best describes which of the terms provided?
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 "B" in the picture provided?
"The act or procedure of liquefying or melting by the application of heat, any two materials to combine them." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
What tool is in the picture below?
Typical hanger spacing for 150 mm stainless steel pipe is 5.5 m. Using that information, how many hangers are needed on a 46 m horizontal run?
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?
In the WHMIS system, "Infectious materials" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
The major difference between machined screws and both wood screws and sheet metal screws is 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?
"This gas irritates sensitive skin and mucous membranes. It is non-flammable, has an unpleasant odour, and is colourless." This statement best describes which of the following gases?
"Provides requirements for design, fabrication, installation and inspection of steam heating, hot water heating, hot water supply boilers, and potable water heaters intended for low pressure service that are directly fired by oil, gas, electricity, coal or other solid or liquid fuels." This is the best description of which of the ASME sections below?
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?
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 following codes applies to high temperature water is generated at pressures exceeding 160 psig and/or temperatures exceeding 250 degrees F?
One of the constants in an isometric drawing is that all angles recede ________ from the horizontal. Choose the best answer from the ones below to fill in the blank.
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #1 is best represented by which answer below?
Using the terms provided, choose the best one that would be described as a substance that cannot be be chemically reduced into simpler components.
What is the name of the ginder pictured below?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "C"?
Before working on a task, you notice that a trench with vertical rebar ends is directly under the work location. Harnesses and anchor points are provided at the task location by the employer, which you are instructed to use. The piece of legislation that best covers the action of the employer is which of the 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
Which of the welding processes below would welding goggles be worn?
What is the name of the grinder pictured below?
(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?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
(wf)"This type of defect is defined as an interruption of the typical structure of a material typically during the welding process." This statement best defines which of the answers below?
"When joining most metals, silver filler metal can be used. There are only two metals that cannot be joined by this filler metal." This statement best describes which of the following answers
Typical hanger spacing for 50 mm cast iron pipe is 3.0 m. Using that information, how many hangers are needed on a 13 m horizontal run?
Every hacksaw blade has a "set". This particular "set" has every tooth bent slightly to the side and in the opposite direction of the one in front of it. Of the answers below, choose the best "set" to match this description.
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
A tight seal to the face is required by all respirators. This is a critical element in which of the following type(s) of respirator? Of the options below, choose the best answer.
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the answer from the ones provided that best describes the method of dimensioning.
Which of the piping systems below would Bell-end type joints primarily be used in?
Ambient conditions and temperature of the contents of thermoplastic pipe are directly related to which of the answers below?
Generally in oxy-fuel cutting, when heat is applied to steel ranging from 760°C to 870°C, this is commonly referred to as which of the terms below? Choose the best answer from the options provided.
The purpose of this step is to provide a prepped surface for the solvent cement by beginning the chemical reaction that softens PVC. Of the options below, choose the best answer.
Of the options below, choose the one that best states the primary function of plate rolls.
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the black portion that the arrow is pointing at in picture provided?
(se)If you wanted a wider bead accompanied with less penetration, which of the following techniques would be best suited for the task? Choose the best answer from the ones provided 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?
Welding torches and cutting torches are similar in most respects. Of the options below, choose the best answer that represents a similarity.
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.
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the arc dimension.
To cut a piece of thin wall tubing with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
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.
When using your oxyacetylene torch, if your gas speed is higher that the speed of flame propagation, what will the outcome be?
Which of the the materials below should never be used to repair an acetylene hose. Choose the best answer that applies.
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a tongue and groove flange?
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?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "A" in the picture provided.
If you have received 43 widgets out of an order of 378 widgets, what percentage of widgets have been accounted for? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Type "L" copper tube has which colour identification strip?
"This operation of this type of chuck is with an external collar that you hand turn." This statement best describes which of the chucks below?
Which forged steel fitting classification does not have a schedule number?
Omitting this step in the solvent welding of a joint could result in blockage, turbulent flow, and cause pressure loss by restricting the bore of the pipe. Of the answers below, choose the one that applies best
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
Which of the following types of copper requires a bending device?
If you needed to place new threads on the inside of a fitting, which of these tools would be best?
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.
(se)When sizing welding cables, which of the cables below would be the smallest?
Of the valves below, which has a non-directional flow pattern?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes lines pointed to by the black arrows in the picture shown?
The vents of a hydrotest are not in the open position on all of the high points while filling the system. Which of the following is the likely result of this situation when trying to test the system
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. From the information in the provided picture, select the best answer to describe the method of dimensioning.
Of the answers below, which is the best oxyacetylene term for the condition that occurs when the flame burns back into the tip, followed by a "pop" noise?
What tube would be commonly used in fabricating a radiant heating system?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "C" in the picture provided.
Calculate the density of 4 ft³ of copper that weighs 367 lbs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
(mse)The CSA classification of carbon steel SMAW electrodes is metric. Choose the best answer for what the "E" represents, in the answers below.
"This is the term used for the metal or steel that you are actually welding on." The term best described by this statement is which of the following?
What tool is in the picture below?
When fusion welding a butt joint, what is the suggested size of the root opening? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
"This alloy is the combination of copper and tin." Which of the metals below is best described by this statement?
(mse)The weld puddle does not use up the electrode in which of the following weld processes? Choose the best answer from the ones provided.
Puller, Nut adjuster, Hydraulic load coil and Support bridge are all parts of which of the following tools?
(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.
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."
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.
When using a long tape, one extra consideration must be taken into account over a short tape. Of the answers below, choose the one that best applies.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld tee?
Which of the following situations would a scribe be the best layout tool of choice? Use the following situations for your answer.
These multi-purpose portable fire extinguishers are light, commonly red, and have a short nozzle or a narrow length of hose. Choose from the answers below the one that best applies.
Section 315(1), (2) and (3) covering guardrails can be found in which piece of legislation below?
Masonry anchors come in _______ basic types. Choose from the following answers to fill in the blank.
"This material is formed with cross-linking, and becomes irreversibly rigid after the reaction has taken place." This is the best description of which of the terms below?
"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?
Of the many views that a drawing may have, an isometric drawing will show only three views or faces. Which of the following answers is not one of them?
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?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
There is a molecular attraction that causes like molecules to form a meniscus on the surface of a liquid. This property is best describes by which of the following terms?
A forged fitting threaded type with a classification of 3000 would have which schedule number of the following?
At the bottom of a column of water, the pressure is 459 psi, how high is this column? Choose the best answer from those provided below