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(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.
This type of layout tool consists of two parts, a "Beam" and a "Blade". Which of the following tools best fits this description?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "B"?
When using a portable fire extinguisher to fight a fire, why is it important to aim at the base of the fire?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
After cutting a pipe to length with a torch beveller, what is the next step in the weld preparation process?
Under the Workers compensation act, are apprentices and learners entitled to compensation?
"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?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a raised face flange?
The encircled letters along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
(wf)The specific requirements of fabrication must include any of the the welding processes. Chemical and mechanical factors are taken into account in every facet of that fabrication. Any deviation from these requirements would be considered a defect." This statement best describes which of the following weld defects?
The vents of a hydrotest are not in the open position on all of the high points while filling the system. Which of the following is the likely result of this situation when trying to test the system
A boiler that creates superheated water at 175 psig and 275F is covered under which code(s)?
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "F".
The material that is blown away by the oxygen stream while oxy-fuel cutting is called which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from the selection below.
Calculate the volume of 5 kg/m³ of nitrogen that weighs 2694 kgs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
(se)If a welding machine is left on, but no work is being done with it, what type of voltage is at the output terminals? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
What application is better suited for a double flared fitting?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
What type of iron from the selections below contains the highest carbon content?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
"Fusion welding with an oxidizing flame on this type of material will cause welds that are porous, oxidized, and brittle." This statement best describes which of the metals below?
There are 4 principal parts to the head of a hammer. Of these 4 parts, there are only two that are opposite of each other, what are they called? Of the answers below, choose the one that best applies.
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.
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluid will exert pressure in ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
The classification of fire extinguishers depends on the type of fire they can fight effectively. Which fire extinguisher type is denoted by the picture below?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded gate valve?
Please add the following fractions ⁴⁄₈, ⁶⁄₁₂, ⁵⁄₈, ⅔. Choose your answer from the ones provided below.
0.578 oz/in² is equal to which of the answers below? Choose the best answer that applies
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.
There is a molecular attraction that causes like molecules to form a meniscus on the surface of a liquid. This property is best describes by which of the following terms?
"This style of check valves doesn't rely on flow reversal or gravity to close. Instead, the valve is closed by a spring." Of the valves below, this is the best description of which?
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.
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.
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 picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "E"?
There are two basic techniques to pierce a hole in plate steel. Choose the one that best applies from the answers below.
(wf)Structural discontinuities would include all of the following defects except one. Of the answers below choose the one that is not a structural discontinuity.
Soapstone is commonly available in three grades. Which grade would be best served for marking out steel? Choose your answer from the options below.
(se)The distance from the molten pool of the weld to the end of the electrodes core wire is called the arc length. A distance that is ________ of the diameter of the electrodes core wire is considered normal. Choose from the following options the best answer to fill the blank.
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.
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "A"?
(se)What type of welding circuit is pictured below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
Concrete anchors have two broad categories. Of the choices below, select the ones that apply.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded tee elbow?
There a a number of steps in the proper fabrication of a Bell-end joint. Choose the answer below that reflects that number the best.
What tool is in the picture below?
The intensity of sound is measured in dBA. In the workplace the suggested dBA level for wearing hearing protection over an 8 hour day would be which of the 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.
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?
(se)All welding machines have a duty cycle. A machine with a duty cycle of 72% with an amperage of 425, would run continuously at what amp maximum? Choose the best answer from the selection below.
"These regulators allow a consistent pressure to be fed to the tool being used. This is true despite the change in inlet pressures." Which of the regulators below 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?
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?
When "WPB" is stamped on a butt weld fitting, that designates which of the below?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "D"?
From the following answers, choose the one that answers the following statement. "The operating position of a gate valve commonly are ________ and ________."
There are generally considered to be four types of welds. Which of those weld types is represented by the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
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.
What tool is pictured below?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #3 is best represented by which answer below?
When heated, metal forms a scale on it's surface. This scale is called what?
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.
What are the two common wall thicknesses for copper tubing?
Convert ⁷⁄₁₅ to a decimal. Choose the best answer from the ones below
To keep your back healthy, there are several steps in lifting objects. Of the following, choose the one that would not apply.
(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?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
The code that covers external piping for boilers that create steam or vapour at 15 psig or more, and water at a pressures in excess of 160 psig and/or a temperature in excess of 250F is which of the following?
When installing an auxiliary service piping system, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
"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 term is used to describe an action that means to divide something into two equal sections." The term best described by this statement is which of the following?
To properly prepare a joint to be welded, how many steps should be used to get the joint tacked?
To protect the internal mechanisms, this type of gate valve should not be placed in a line that has turbulent flow. This is the best description of which of the following?
When using your oxyacetylene torch, if your gas speed is higher that the speed of flame propagation, what will the outcome be?
Which parts of an ASPT or NPT are flattened slightly?
(mse)"This mechanical property is expressed in an elongation percentage. A bend test is used to achieve this percentage." Which of the properties is best described by this statement?
(wf)While welding, water and other liquids get caught up in the weld. These produces voids of gas when the weld cools. Which of the terms below best describes these voids?
What tool is pictured below?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "B" in the picture provided.
What type of wrench is pictured below?
The isometric below has an abundance of information contained within it. The amount of 4 inch A106-B sch 40 piping that is required for this drawing is best represented by which of the answers below?
Which of the answers below best describes the units for relative density?
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?
A common 30/70 soft solder contains what percentage of which elements in it's alloy?
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?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the black lines outside of the weld in the picture shown?
"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?
What temperature separates soft soldering and brazing?
What pressure would be exerted by a column of water 14 feet high? Choose the best answer from those provided below
Which of the following supports are used to support pipe lines with light loads that are subjected to up to 32mm vertical thermal movements?
Spiral wound gaskets have 6 identifiers on them, which of the below is not one?
A cold water piping system does not exceed 3000 psi @ 100 degrees F. What weight of pipe is required with class 3000 forged steel fitting?
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?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #4 is best represented by which answer below?
What tool is in the picture below?
Fill the blanks with the answers provided. "These two valves, _______ and ________ are usually used together in a line. The flow of fluid through the line finds little friction from either one."
Which type of flange is machines with a flat face to help facilitate frequent cleaning or inspection?
Maintaining all of the required PPE within the manufactures guidelines and in good working order is the responsibility of the________." Choose from the following answers to fill the blank.