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A carbonizing flame would be best suited to which of the following applications?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld ball valve?
To properly prepare a joint to be welded, how many steps should be used to get the joint tacked?
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.
Loss of head for a valve or fitting has an equivalent in a length of the same size pipe. Which valve, a gate or an angle globe (both fully open), would have the highest losses?
From this description, choose the correct pipe support. "A piece of pipe, to support a line, that is mitered and welded to the back of an elbow."
Copper tube DWV fittings can be used on copper pressure piping systems
Class 6050 is a classification of which fitting type?
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.
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.
"A pressure regulator's primary function is to match the flow of gas through the regulator, while maintaining a consistent output pressure, to the demand for gas placed upon it." Why is this item required for most pneumatic tools?
"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?
Twist drill sizes are designated by four methods. Which of the following answers is not one of them.
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.
(se)Which of the terms below is used when a sine wave completes a 360° rotation?
Youare going to dig a well on your land to get water, you have bought a small suction pump that will create a vacuum equal to a column 984 mm Hg. Which answer below best represents the maximum depth that the well can be while using this pump?
Which of the following disc designs is the most widely use variation for the gate valve?
Gate valves have many advantages. One of the following is not among of them. Choose which one.
When heated, metal forms a scale on it's surface. This scale is called what?
"This term is used for lines that intersect at a right angle." Of the terms provided choose the best one to fit this statement
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.
(wf)Defective properties would include all of the following defects except one. Of the answers below choose the one that is not a defective property.
Which of the following torque procedures is the least accurate in regards to getting to proper tension on a studbolt?
The materials that butt weld fittings can be made from include:
Pipe size is specified with two non-dimensional numbers: ________ diameter based on inches, and _______ for wall thickness. Of the options below, fill in the blanks.
"These drawing tools as commonly used with a T-square to produce vertical and angled lines." Of the tools below, which is best described by this statement?
The type of oxy-fuel cutting torch that has a cutting tip which is supplied with mixed pre-heat gases are typically called which of the names below? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
(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.
When breaking down an element, smallest unit into which it can be divided and still retain its characteristic properties is best describes by which of the terms 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 alloy is the combination of copper and tin." Which of the metals below is best described by this statement?
The wall thickness of the two most commonly available fittings for 27.5mm (1/2") pipe are:
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.
There are several sizes of portable hand drills. How are they rated? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
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?
Of the list below, the two most commonly used pressure ratings on fittings are Class 125 and 250.
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?
After manually oxy-fuel cutting a piece of 75 mm plate in half, your journeyman notices that the kerf lines are indicating a 25% lag in the slag stream. What is he trying to tell you? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
"Joining two metal surfaces by melting an alloy so that it forms a thin layer between the surfaces." This id the best definition of which of the terms below?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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.
What pressure would be exerted by a column of water 14 feet high? Choose the best answer from those provided below
Which of the welding processes below would welding goggles be worn?
"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?
"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?
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
One of the four classifications of fusion welding low alloy steel oxy fuel gas welding rods is R60. What do the two numbers represent in this classification? Choose the best answer from the options below.
A dielectric union would be placed into lines to prevent which condition?
In the WHMIS system, "Corrosive materials" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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."
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?
From the following options, choose the most popular pressure testing method.
(se)"This device limits electrical flow to one direction." This statement best describes which of the devices below?
Socket weld fittings are commonly used on joints that are what size?
Of the valves below, which has a non-directional flow pattern?
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.
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?
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.
The fraction ⁵⁸⁄₇ is equal to which of the answers provided below?
"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
(mse)The weld puddle does not use up the electrode in which of the following weld processes? Choose the best answer from the ones provided.
To cut a piece of thin wall tubing with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
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.
"When required to make a square cut off line on a pipe, this coiled layout tool made of gasket material is commonly used." Which of the tools below best fits this description?
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.
Of the gases below, choose the best one that supports combustion, but is non-flammable on it own.
"Used to keep a piping line level, or to assure that the proper amount of grade is uniform where needed." This is the best description of which of the following items.
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 "D" in the picture provided?
(se)While welding, what is the result of leangthening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(se)What is the name of the welding accessory pictured below? Use the answers provided to choose the best one.
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluids pressure is proportional to ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
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.
At what point, when cutting with oxy-fuel, should the cutting oxygen slowly be introduced?
Which type of fastener below requires a layout of the holes before fastener is installed?
(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?
(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.
What type of screwdriver head is pictured 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.
What type of wrench is pictured below?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(wf)Of the types of inclusions below, which would be characteristic of a GMAW process?
For horizontal soldered joints, it is a good practice to apply the solder at which location?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the arc dimension.
Masonry anchors come in _______ basic types. Choose from the following answers to fill in the blank.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded cap?
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?
In vertical runs of piping (risers) at each floor level there should be a support. The type of hardware used by mechanical building trades for supporting pipe would be which of the following?
"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?
After installing an utility water piping system, you are asked to prove to the client there are no leaks. Which of the following options would be the best for this request?
There are three parts to a common twist drill. Which of the below is not one of those parts?
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?
From the following answers, choose the one that answers the following statement. "The operating position of a gate valve commonly are ________ and ________."
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.
A small percentage of fuels, when exposed to air, water, or heat under normal condition will chemically react. These fuels are classed as which of the below?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
"Easy rotation of the piping to allow for even wearing of the pipe in an abrasive application." This is the best description of which of the plastic pipe joining types below?
In the WHMIS system, "Acute poisons" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.