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Code B149.1-05 covers which of the following?
A fume extracting welding gun works well with which other source of ventilation? Choose the best answer from the choices below
(se)All electrode holders have a rating. Choose from the answers below and select the one that best describes this rating.
What tool is in the picture below?
(mse)"This type of mechanical property also is known by the term "Elastic limit." This statement best describes which of the properties below?
Type "K" copper tube has which colour identification strip?
To properly prepare a joint to be welded, how many steps should be used to get the joint tacked?
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 large volume?
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "B"?
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.
Generally, plastic compression fittings come in how many types? Choose from the answers below.
When suspending stationary non-insulated pipe line, it is recommended to use which of the supports below?
This type of layout tool consists of two parts, a "Beam" and a "Blade". Which of the following tools best fits this description?
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.
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.
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.
Most fuels, when exposed to air, water, or heat under normal condition will not chemically react. These fuels are classed as which of the below?
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?
"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?
When installing an auxiliary service piping system, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
When fusion welding a butt joint, what is the suggested size of the root opening? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
"This tooth count hacksaw blade is generally recommended for most uses". Which of the following blades fit that description?
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 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?
(se)The melting of the electrode and/or the base metal comes from the strength of the electrical current passing through them. Of the answers below, which term best describes the strength of the current?
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.
Which butt weld fitting wall thickness has the smallest number of fitting sizes?
"Two heating irons are used in this particular type of fusion welding." This best describes which of the following answers?
What tool is pictured below?
Of the answers below choose the best answer that reflects style of press that has the highest capacity.
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.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded globe valve?
Your journeyman has asked you to torque a 4" #150 flange to 50 ft/lbs. This represents 30% of the total torque, which of the answers below best represents the full torque value?
(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.
The barometer in the shop is reading 853 mm Hg, which of the answers below best reflects this reading in psig?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld ball valve?
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.
Type "L" copper tube has which colour identification strip?
What temperature separates soft soldering and brazing?
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
If you subtract the TE from the T when fitting a threaded joint, the remainder will represent which of these terms?
These manufacturer installed items must be removed before the piping is put into operation, but not before the Variable Spring Hanger is installed and fully loaded. Of the selections below, which items best fits this description?
A compound commonly used in oxy-fuel operations is derived from a combination of water and calcium carbide. Which of the chemical symbols below best represents this hydrocarbon gas?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded tee elbow?
The chemical symbol C₂H₂ best represents which of the following compunds?
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.
(mse)"A load that is relatively constant for an extended time, is considered to be a ________ load." This statement best describes 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 a small volume?
Of the material types below, which one only is available in class 150 and 300 fittings?
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?
There are two basic techniques to pierce a hole in plate steel. Choose the one that best applies from the answers below.
What tool is in the picture below?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
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.
The encircled letters along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms 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 tools pictured below represent which type of pliers?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "G" in the picture provided?
To keep your back healthy, there are several steps in lifting objects. Of the following, choose the one that would not apply.
What is the name of the cutter pictured below?
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.
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.
"A substance that undergoes a ___________, there is a release or absorption of energy as a new substance is formed." Choose from the options below to best fill in the blank in this statement.
What tool is pictured below?
When dealing with acetylene cylinders, generally you will encounter two types of valves. Which of the sets of valves below would you see?
All of the below are common disadvantages of using plastic pipe except one. Choose the answer that is not a disadvantage.
Of the selection of units below, which would be best used to describe force?
When marking the cut on a 250mm (10") diameter pipe, what tool should be used to be assured that the mark is the same measurement all the way around the pipe?
Which type of pipe fitting., of the list below, is not permitted on natural gas piping systems?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "A" in the picture provided.
Because of various stresses, fasteners to be used in the piping industry are designed for what type of load?
Complete the following sentence with the options below. "This Section covers general descriptions, terminology and operation guidelines applicable to steel and cast iron boilers limited to the operating ranges of ASME _______."
A nitrogen piping system does not exceed 6000 psi @ 100 degrees F. What weight of pipe is required with Class 6000 forged steel fittings?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld 45° elbow?
(se)"This electrical current has is not bi-directional and flows only from negative to positive." This statement best describes which of the following currents?
Which of the answers below best represents the pressure exerted by a column of water 1' in height and a base of 1 in²?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of air, in imperial measurement, at STP.
Of the answers below, which is the best oxyacetylene term for the condition that occurs when the tip produces a shrieking noise, sparks and dark smoke.
Convert ⁷⁄₁₅ to a decimal. Choose the best answer from the ones below
Typically on a hydrostatic test, the _______ of the fill hose is greater than the high pressure hose. Choose from the following answers to fill in the blank.
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
Files and hacksaws are similar in that they only__________. Use the answers below to complete the sentence.
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."
In oxy-fuel welding, the two terms "forehand" and "backhand" reference the ________ of the torch, or heat source, to the puddle of the weld. Choose the best answer to fill in the blank from the options below.
A soldered or compression fitting is _______ than a flared fitting.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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.
Of the answers below, which support has one bolt or two bolt manufacturing options?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of water in imperial measurement.
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.
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 "F" in the picture provided?
A piping system that is being designed to carry a petroleum product at 16 psig and 350F would be covered under which code(s)?
What tool is pictured 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?
(wf)Welding has several broad classes of defects that can occur in any weld. Choose the best answer from the options provided below, to show how many classes there are.
If you were to completely show a workpiece in an orthographic projection, how many views would be required as a minimum? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(wf)A tapered transition ratio of _________ is commonly thought to be acceptable by numerous codes. Use the answers given below to find the best ratio to fill in the blank.
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.
To cut a piece of thin wall tubing with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?