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When comparing STD, XS and XXS wall thicknesses on typical piping, STD piping has:
Of the answers below, which is the best example of the difference between a sensitive drill press and an upright drill press?
Water distribution systems made from PE piping have a maximum operating temperature. What is that temperature? Choose from the options below.
Complete this equation. 5⅘ x 2⅜ = X. Choose from the selection of answers 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.
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
There are a great many ways to give information about the shape of an object. Certain ways of drawing or views will give some information clearer than others. Of the answers below, choose the best term that describes the following picture.
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.
Your journeyman is fitting up a joint and asks you to check to see if the pipe is "plumb". Which way would you hold the level to get that information? From the following options, choose the best answer.
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
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?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
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?
You find a workpiece that you are trying to drill a hole in too tough to position under a sensitive or upright drill press. Which of the following answers best solves this problem?
"This type of cutting machine is perfect for busy shops. When the machine is loaded, and starts to cut the material, it allows the operator to do other tasks while the machine is cutting." This statement best describes which of the following metal cutters
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded gate valve?
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?
On every acetylene cylinder there is an overpressurization safety device. Of the answers below, choose the best name for this device.
At the warehouse, they have received an exchanger. You look at the waybill, and see that it was discounted 3 separate times for 15%, 12% and 6% each. If the original price was $45,692, which of the answers below best represents the final purchase price?
Masonry anchors come in _______ basic types. Choose from the following answers to fill in the blank.
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a tongue and groove flange?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "D"?
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "A"?
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.
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?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
The categories of workplace hazards have been broken down to _____ main areas. Using the answers below fill in the blank.
Which of the following gases has the hottest burning neutral flame? Choose the best answer from those below.
Occupational exposure limits have threshold limits. There are three of these threshold limits that are used, of the answers provided, which is not a value used?
"This type of breathing apparatus is designed to allow a reserve of air for 5-10 minutes." The answer below that this statement best describes is which one?
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "C"?
Of the gases below, choose the best one that supports combustion, but is non-flammable on it own.
Lift, swing, and non slam are all variations of which type of valve?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Socket weld fittings most commonly come in sizes ranging from _____ to _____.
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
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?
In the picture below, what type of joining system is being used? Use the best answer from the ones provided below.
There are several disadvantages with conventional dimensioning. In the grouping of answers below, one is not a disadvantage of this style of dimensioning. Choose the best answer that applies.
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.
RTJ gaskets come in two styles. These are which of the following?
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 process in which a liquid metal is somehow delivered into a mold." This statement is the best description of which term below?
What is the pressure exerted by 1 ft² of water? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
A lube oil piping header has a slope of 2.5% for a 13500 mm run. What is the total drop of the line in meters? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the arc dimension.
At what point, when cutting with oxy-fuel, should the cutting oxygen slowly be introduced?
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.
"Of all the plastic compression joining methods, this one will not create a flow restriction within the line." This is the best description for which of the following?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the tolerance dimension.
While setting up for a hydrostatic test, it is noted that the maximum output on the pump to be used is 1000 psia. The test hose that is to be used has a pressure rating of 6950 kPaa. From the answers below choose the best course of action.
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #5 is best represented by which answer below?
Which type of flange is machines with a flat face to help facilitate frequent cleaning or inspection?
"When looking at this type of drawing, the views most commonly seen are right side, top and front." Which of the terms below 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 "D" represent in this formula?
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
What tool is in the picture below?
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "B".
When using your oxyacetylene torch, if your gas speed is lower that the speed of flame propagation, what will the outcome be?
Use the following answers to fill in the blank. "The _________ should be reviewed to be assured that the proper studbolts and nuts are being used."
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.
Of the following answers, which is the best one for the torch pictured below?
Of the list below, a try cock is considered what type of valve?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld globe valve?
Self-Drilling anchors are considered to be this type of anchor. Choose from the following answers.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
(wf)In during a welded joint, the input of heat must be controlled. Which of the issues could result in a weld where the heat input was not controlled well? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(mse)"Loads that change in either size, position or direction, are considered to be________ loads." This statement best describes which of the terms provided?
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.
The major difference between machined screws and both wood screws and sheet metal screws is which of the following?
With the options below complete the following sentence. "Rules governing the fabrication of power boilers is found in ASME ________"
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.
"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?
In a carbonizing oxyacetylene flame, the length of the feather indicates which of the conditions below? Choose the best answer from the following.
(mse)The slag from the welding process has several important functions. Of the answers below choose the best one that does not apply.
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?
In wet sprinkler systems, there is different tube that can be used. Choose the answer below that has all of them.
What type of wrench is pictured below?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Of the methods to render a container safe for hotwork, which of the following is the most common and most effective?
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Capillary action" signify?
"Is a mechanical seal which fills the space between two or more mating surfaces, generally to prevent leakage from or into the joined objects while under compression." This is the best definition of which fitting?
When using a beam clamp, ensuring the recommended support load is not exceeded is important. What other component of this support system needs to checked against the weight of the load?
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 valves below best fits the description of this statement? "This type of valve has two ports to it. One inlet and one outlet, and relies on pressure on the inlet side to work properly."
When storing plastic pipe, the pipe should be supported adequate support at all times. For long term storage, what additional step should be taken?
The materials that butt weld fittings can be made from include:
A welder has set up a temporary fab area in a c-can. He has put 2 portable fans, one in the front and one in the back, in the c-can for ventilation. Based on the information provided, which type of ventilation is he using? Use the terms provided to choose the best answer.
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 3 classes of fittings for a forged steel piping system come in 3 classes. Of the list below, select the 3 that apply.
(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 gouging. blades.
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?
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.
"A particular material or class of materials, that is a hazardous substance in workplace air, has an upper limit on the acceptable concentrations." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a flat faced flange?
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "C".
What type of wrench is pictured below?
Every hacksaw blade has a "set". This particular "set" has every third tooth straight, while the two before it are bent slightly to the side opposite of each other. Of the answers below, choose the best "set" to match this description.
(se)All electrode holders have a rating. Choose from the answers below and select the one that best describes this rating.
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?