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"This term denotes a type of steel that, to enhance mechanical properties has undergone alloying using different elements." which of the following terms is best described by this statement?
"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?
If the welding apprentices tacked 4 welds in an hour, how many welds would be tacked by 3 apprentices in a 37.5 hour work week? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
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.
"The term for the dimensioning instrument that is used for notation and commonly at a 45° angled straight line." Which of the terms below best represents this statement?
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?
(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.
When installing a new valve into an existing piping system you find that the flange bolt holes are threaded UNC. The original line also has tapped bolt holes, but are UNF. The valve installation details requires a nut on the valve flange, the line specification requires a fastener with a nut on both ends. Which of the solutions below would satisfy all of the specifications?
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?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a ring joint flange?
When heated, metal forms a scale on it's surface. This scale is called what?
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
"This layout tool has one chamfered edge usually. The dual purpose tool can check the material surface to assure flatness, and mark a straight line on a surface." This statement best describes which of the following tools?
"Fusion welding with an oxidizing flame on this type of material will cause welds that are porous, oxidized, and brittle." This statement best describes which of the metals below?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #2 is best represented by which answer below?
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.
When buying a ______ solder, the ______ content is always listed first. Fill in the blanks from the options below.
To supply a gas test with high pressure, dry gas, which of the following would be best to use?
(mse)"This type of mechanical property also is known by the term "Elastic limit." This statement best describes which of the properties below?
A journeyman is paid 27% more than his apprentice. If the journeyman is earning $43.50, what is the apprentice being paid? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
When selecting a flux, what is the most important consideration to be made?
There are three parts to a common twist drill. Which of the below is not one of those parts?
(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.
(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.
The fraction ⁵⁸⁄₇ is equal to which of the answers provided below?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #6 is best represented by which answer below?
Of the gases below, choose the one that has the highest flame temperature in its neutral state.
(wf)Dimensional defects would include all of the following defects except one. Of the answers below choose the one that is not a dimensional defect.
Of the alloys below, which is the alloy of copper and zinc?
There are generally considered to be four types of welds. Which of those weld types is represented by the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
The _________ has a one-to-one ratio of acetylene and oxygen, any additional oxygen needed for complete combustion comes from the surrounding air. Use the answers provided to fill in the blank.
Class 3000, is a fitting classification for which type of material?
"This term is used for lines that intersect at a right angle." Of the terms provided choose the best one to fit this statement
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "K" represent in this formula?
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for energy?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld tee?
"A measure of a material's ability to undergo significant plastic deformation before rupture." This statement is the best description of which of the following terms?
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 roof of the container. Of the following answers, which gas would he be testing for?
When comparing STD, XS and XXS wall thicknesses on typical piping, XXS piping has:
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?
(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.
There are a number of hydrostatic principles, which of the answers below best encompasses them all?
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 "A" in the picture provided?
"Has a female socket in which pipe is fitted. Fillet welding is done from outside on the pipe." This is the best description of which fitting?
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.
There are several different types of labeling or lettering on a drawing. In the picture below how many different types of labeling and/or lettering is there. Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a tongue and groove flange?
Commonly in oblique drawings, there is a 50% reduction in depth to add realism to the object. Which of the terms below best describes this practice?
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?
Downstream of the aftercooler, but upstream of the reciever, should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
Which of the following answers best describes the advantage of preparing a joint with a U groove over the Vee groove style?
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.
What tool is pictured below?
Which of the valve styles below best fits the following statement "This variation of globe valve can be used where minimum pressure loss is required. They can also be rod through to remove debris upstream of the valve. "
Acetylene gas reacts explosively with some metals, so only certain metals may be used in piping the gas or repairing hose. Of the answers below, one is not an approved metal to be used in transporting acetylene gas. Choose the one that best applies.
Which of the following supports are used to support pipe lines with light loads that are subjected to up to 32mm vertical thermal movements?
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?
(wf)The specific requirements of fabrication must include any of the the welding processes. Chemical and mechanical factors are taken into account in every facet of that fabrication. Any deviation from these requirements would be considered a defect." This statement best describes which of the following weld defects?
When dealing with welding gases and fumes, it is a good practice to limit your exposure to them. The first option to reduce exposure to these fumes and gases is to weld in which of the following locations?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "B" in the picture provided?
Convert ¹¹⁄₁₆ to a percentage. select the best answer from the ones provided below.
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.
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 "G" in the picture provided?
On the QC paperwork for the hydrotest that you have up and holding requires gauge pressures. The gauges are holding steady at 245 kPa(a). Which of the answers below best represents the pressure that the QC requires?
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "B"?
"This style of check valves doesn't rely on flow reversal or gravity to close. Instead, the valve is closed by a spring." Of the valves below, this is the best description of which?
______ type compression joints are also commonly referred to as ______ as well as sleeveless type.
Socket weld fittings most commonly come in sizes ranging from _____ to _____.
"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?
The categories of workplace hazards have been broken down to _____ main areas. Using the answers below fill in the blank.
Complete this equation. 5⅘ x 2⅜ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.
(se)"This term is describing a welding machine that has a steep volt-amp curve. It is well suited for SMAW and GTAW welding." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
One side of a support is 372 mm, the other side is 739 mm. What is the smallest area that this support can be used? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
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.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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.
In the WHMIS system, "Corrosive materials" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "F".
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.
"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
Regulators commonly have three working parts to them. Which of the parts does the the adjusting screw attach to? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
"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.
STD or Sch40 piping is measured by the nominal ______ up to ______ diameter, and by the exact ______ up to ________diameter. Use the choices below to fill in the blanks in order.
(wf)Of the answers below, which type of defect occurs when the electrode is not drawn away from the puddle slowly enough?
A common 30/70 soft solder contains what percentage of which elements in it's alloy?
What tool is in the picture below?
Calculate the relative density of a compound at 10456 kg/m³ with water at 1000 kg/m³. Select the best answer from the ones provided below.
What are the two common wall thicknesses for copper tubing?
Of the flame types for the oxyacetylene torch, which of them burns the hottest at the tip of the cone? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Of all the valves below, which would have close to the same flow characteristics as a globe pattern straight valve?
In the WHMIS system, "Oxidizing material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Gate valves have many advantages. One of the following is not among of them. Choose which one.
With ______ piping, fusion welding, and acid resistant clamps are the the most basic types of joining. Choose from the following to fill in the blank.
In accordance to the specifications set out by AWS, which of the following symbols would be placed on a package of silver filler metals? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Of the options below, which measuring tool would be best suited to getting exact measurements?
(se)While welding, what is the result of shortening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.