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Fire suppression applications use CPVC piping. For this application what colour must this piping be? Choose the best answer from the options below.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "E" in the picture provided?
Of the list below, the two most commonly used pressure ratings on fittings are Class 125 and 250.
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.
(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?
When using your oxyacetylene torch, if your gas speed is lower that the speed of flame propagation, what will the outcome be?
"In this type of welding, the filler metal is liquid above 425°C, and deposited in the joint by other than capillary attraction." This statement best describes which of the weld methods below?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "B" in the picture provided.
What tool is pictured below?
You have just installed a small vessel on site, the height is 29' and the base has a 9' diameter. What is the force exerted on the pad that it sits on when completely full of water? choose the best answer from those provided below.
With the options below complete the following sentence. "Rules governing the fabrication of power boilers is found in ASME ________"
"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?
Which type of flange is machines with a flat face to help facilitate frequent cleaning or inspection?
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.
What is the SI measurement for air pressure? Choose the best answer from the options below.
"The ability of a substance, usually a metal, to be deformed or molded into a different shape." This statement is the best description of which of the following terms?
15.5 meters of line is supposed to be graded at 1:13, which of the answers below best satisfies this grade?
To avoid electrical shock there are several steps that can be taken. Of the answers below, choose the one that does not apply.
On any angle grinder and grinding disk there is an RPM rating. What is the relationship between the rating of the grinder and the rating of the disk? Choose the best answer from the ones below
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 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?
(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.
What tool is in the picture below?
Type "DWV" copper tubing has what colour identification strip?
Working with explosive gases is a dangerous prospect, you have to be aware of the limits of flammability for the gas you are working with. Of the gases below, choose the one that has the range of flammability that is 5.3%-14% in air.
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?
Of the answers below, which support has one bolt or two bolt manufacturing options?
Because of various stresses, fasteners to be used in the piping industry are designed for what type of load?
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.
Fillet welds have fundamentally ________ different types of welds. Choose the best answer from those below to fill in the blank.
These types of portable fire extinguishers are very heavy, have a conical nozzle, and are commonly bright red. Choose the best answer from the selection 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?
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for force?
(mse)The slag from the welding process has several important functions. Of the answers below choose the best one that does not apply.
What type of wrench is pictured below?
Of the answers below, which best reflects the name of the drill pictured?
In the WHMIS system, "Compressed gas" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
There are two basic techniques to pierce a hole in plate steel. Choose the one that best applies from 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 energy?
Downstream of the second stage of the compressor, but upstream of the moisture separator, should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded tee elbow?
In the WHMIS system, "Other poisons" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
The volume of all solids and liquids changes as the temperature of the substance rises and falls. Choose the best answer that represents the change in volume when water transforms to ice.
What tool is pictured below?
Which of the answers below best represents the pressure exerted by a column of water 1' in height and a base of 1 in²?
Upstream of the low pressure stage and downstream of the high pressure stage of the two stage compressor, should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
(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?
"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?
The isometric below has an abundance of information contained within it. The amount of 3 inch A106-B sch 40 piping that is required for this drawing is best represented by which of the answers below?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "I" in the picture provided?
In the WHMIS system, "Infectious materials" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #1 is best represented by which answer below?
"This term is a combination of metals or of a metal and another element." Which of the following terms is best described by this statement?
(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?
Gate valves have many advantages. One of the following is not among of them. Choose which one.
What tool is pictured below?
The 3 key elements of the WHIMIS system are, worker education, labels and ________. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
There are some good trade practices when using a hammer. Of the practices below, which is not one of them?
Working with explosive gases is a dangerous prospect, you have to be aware of the limits of flammability for the gas you are working with. Of the gases below, choose the one that has the range of flammability of 2.3%-9.5% in air.
All butt weld fittings must have _____ pieces of information stamped on them.
In every piping system, a specific fitting should be installed for control of flow and pressure. Of the choices below, which fitting(s) would best apply?
One of the components in a oxyacetylene outfit is required to deliver a pressure that is consistent despite source pressure fluctuations. Which of the following components best fits this function?
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.
Using the terms provided, choose the best one that would be described as a substance that cannot be be chemically reduced into simpler components.
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?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 45° elbow?
"Carefully controlled tolerances are required to manufacture quality cutting tips. One-piece tips that are used in the cutting process with acetylene are generally made from ________ to endure the heat generated. To produce exact holes for these tips, they are machined, drilled, and swaged over special wires." Select the best answer from the ones below to fill in the blank
"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?
A common 30/70 soft solder contains what percentage of which elements in it's alloy?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 90° elbow?
(se)Which device below uses one or more diodes to restrict current to flow to one direction, changing AC to DC in the process? From the answers below, choose the best one.
Around most construction tasks, eye protection is important. The selection of eye protection will rest mainly with which of the following answers? Choose the best one that applies.
When comparing STD, XS and XXS wall thicknesses on typical piping, XXS piping has:
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.
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "D" in the picture provided.
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.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld 45° elbow?
"A substance that undergoes a ___________, doesn't chemically alter what the substance is." Choose from the options below to best fill in the blank in this statement.
Which type of fastener below requires a layout of the holes before fastener is installed?
Which of the piping systems below would Bell-end type joints primarily be used in?
Of the alloys below, which is the alloy of copper and zinc?
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.
"Generally concrete screws are fasteners considered _________ and have applications with _______ loads." Choose from the answers below to fill in the blanks.
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
When selecting a flux, what is the most important consideration to be made?
Non ferrous piping has three distinguishing characteristics. Contains no iron, and not susceptible to oxidization are two. Of the following list , pick the third.
What tool is in the picture below?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "C"?
Class 6050 is a classification of which fitting type?
"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?
(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?
The wall thickness of the two most commonly available fittings for 27.5mm (1/2") pipe are:
The 3 key elements of the WHIMIS system are, material safety data sheets, labels and ________. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
Of the options listed below, one is not an advantage of ERS over conventional soldering. Choose which one.
"Machined from a single piece of metal that is cut to match the pipe size, fit between two pipe flanges and requires an additional gasket when it is installed. Also, the bolts will need to be lengthened depending on what piping class and size of the fitting is used." This is the best description of which fitting?
A lube oil piping header has a slope of ¹⁄₁₆ every 9 inches. In a 27' run, what is the total drop of the line? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
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.