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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
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 tube would be commonly used in fabricating a radiant heating system?
Type "DWV" copper tubing has what colour identification strip?
There are three types of radiant energy that is given off by a typical welding arc. Choose the one that does not apply from the answers below.
This chisel has a cutting edge that is typically 60°,but can be reduced to 40° or increased to 90°. The chisel that best suits this description is which of the below?
If a hose connection were to break during the pressuring of a hydrostatic test, which of the following pieces of equipment would prevent it from lashing around?
What tool is in the picture 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?
What temperature separates soft soldering and brazing?
(se)The connections used for welding cables must be tight. If an undersized lug is used, which of the following might occur with a high current load? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
The safe working pressure of acetylene is 15 psi. As the temperature of the gas increases, this pressure will change. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below to explain what this change will be.
There are two basic techniques to pierce a hole in plate steel. Choose the one that best applies from the answers below.
Under the Workers compensation act, are apprentices and learners entitled to compensation?
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.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "I" in the picture provided?
When selecting a flux, what is the most important consideration to be made?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "B"?
(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.
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
"The standard filler is normally sufficient for applications up to 900º F. Other soft fillers are available for higher temperatures or special applications. The choice of the metal used for the jacketed part of the fitting would depend upon the corrosive conditions being encountered." This is the best description of which of the following fittings?
"The temperature of a metal, below which the substance is entirely solid." The best term to fit this description from the group below is?
When referring to the center to end measurement of a 90 degree elbow threaded fitting, what is the best term that describes this measurement?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #2 is best represented by which answer below?
On the jobsite you have to cut 200 mm plate, and have to heat a large hoarding from the same supply. Of the gases below, choose the gas that would best fill both of these requirements.
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.
(se)All electrical conductors resist the flow of current to some degree. Which of the terms below is used to measure this resistance? From the answers below select the one best applies.
Type "M" copper tubing has what colour identification strip?
The most common colour for a oxygen gas hose in an oxyacetylene set up is which of the below?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
The air has a density of _________ at STP, based on 101 kPa and 0°C. Use the best answer below to fill in the blank.
(wf)Which answer below best describes the undesireable situation shown by the three black arrows?
Of the list below, the two most commonly used pressure ratings on fittings are Class 125 and 250.
Your journeyman has asked you to cut them 6 pieces of 4' Sch 80 pipe 3' 7". The only piece of pipe you can find is a 20 foot full length. How many pieces will you be able to cut out of this length? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Of the choices below, there is one valve that would be best suited to a service that requires regular maintenance.
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?
Globe valves have a distinct disadvantage when compared to a gate valve. From the answers below select the best 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.
(wf)Of the types of inclusions below, which would be characteristic of a GTAW process?
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.
"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?
Calculate the relative density of a steel at 2357 lb/ft³ with water at 62.4 lb/ft³. Select the best answer from the ones provided below.
(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 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 height of a free standing or rolling scaffold is restricted to no more than 3 times the smallest base dimension. This guideline comes from which of the acts below?
There are some specific weld faults that can occur with a fillet weld. Which of these faults is represented by the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
(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?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
A worker is grinding 6m away from another worker refueling a diesel welder. Is there any workplace infraction occurring in this situation? Choose the best answer below for answering this.
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.
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "T" represent in this formula?
At the end of the work week, your crew installed 45% of 50 mm, Sch 40 pipe The amount required for the job is 4791 m. Which of the answers below best relates to how much pipe is left to be installed?
(mse)"Loads that change in either size, position or direction, are considered to be________ loads." This statement best describes which of the terms provided?
(wf)Weld faults can happen even before the welding has occurred. Which of the answers below best describes the number of common types of pre-weld dimensional defects?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a raised face flange?
Which of the following disc designs is the most widely use variation for the gate valve?
"Before heating, the plastic pipe and fittings can be assembled." This statement best describes which of the following?
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
The pressure exerted by a column of Hg 9" high would be which of the following answers? Choose the best answer that applies from the ones below
Which of the measurements below is the metric standard for the breaking strength of bolts?
Which of the the materials below should never be used to repair an acetylene hose. Choose the best answer that applies.
Generally, plastic compression fittings come in how many types? Choose from the answers below.
An acetylene bottle has a specific volumetric capacity. The cylinder should not be emptied more then one _______ of that capacity per hour. Choose the best answer to fill in the blank from the ones below.
With the options below,complete the following sentence. "The rules of ASME _______ constitute construction requirements for pressure vessels."
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.
From the following answers, choose the best one that represents the radiant energy hazard produced by Non-destructive testing.
There are some specific weld faults that can occur with a fillet weld. Which of these faults is represented by the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
Calculate the density of 4 ft³ of copper that weighs 367 lbs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view butt weld tee?
Plastic pipe can move slowly in hangers. This is due to temperature changes that have an effect on the expansion and contraction of the pipe. This mechanism is commonly called which of the below?
"This piece of legislation came into effect in 1915. This act deals primarily with compensation, medical aid and rehabilitation of a worker due to a job-related injury." Which of the answers below is best described by this statement?
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?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a flat faced flange?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
The materials that butt weld fittings can be made from include:
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluids pressure is proportional to ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
Convert 0.67 to the the nearest practical fraction. Choose the best answer from the ones below
(wf)"This term refers to the physical property of a material to resist plastic deformation, penetration or indentation." Which of the following terms is best described by 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?
Of all the valves below, which would have close to the same flow characteristics as a globe pattern straight valve?
What is the name of the reamer pictured below?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
A carbonizing flame would be best suited to which of the following applications?
What is the SI measurement for air pressure? Choose the best answer from the options below.
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
The pressure of the hydraulic torque might warp the flange before the stubot has reached the desired length. From the options bellow, what is the best solution to alleviate this issue?
There are two basic techniques to pierce a hole in plate steel. Choose the one that best applies from the answers below.
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.
After installing an instrument air piping system, you are asked to prove to the client there are no leaks. The piping specs require that no moisture be left in the system after testing. Which of the following options would be the best for this request?
From the following answers, choose the one that answers the following statement. "The operating position of a gate valve commonly are ________ and ________."
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
(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.
There are a number of lines on the edge of any rule. Which of the terms below best corresponds to these lines?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
Files and hacksaws are similar in that they only__________. Use the answers below to complete the sentence.
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 workplace hazard consists of substances, mixtures and materials that can be classified according to their health risks and dangers." This statement best describes which of the following hazard groups?