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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?
Ambient conditions and temperature of the contents of thermoplastic pipe are directly related to which of the answers below?
When storing plastic pipe, the pipe should be supported adequate support at all times. For long term storage, what additional step should be taken?
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.
Convert 4.81' to the nearest ¹⁄₁₆ of an inch. Choose the best answer from the ones below
Convert ¹¹⁄₁₆ to a percentage. select the best answer from the ones provided below.
Calculate the relative density of a steel at 2357 lb/ft³ with water at 62.4 lb/ft³. Select the best answer from the ones provided below.
Which of the valve styles below best fits the following statement "This variation of globe valve can be used where minimum pressure loss is required. They can also be rod through to remove debris upstream of the valve. "
If you are bypassing or modifying a ground connection, you are creating what kind of hazard?
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 letters best illustrates a raised face flange?
Masonry anchors come in _______ basic types. Choose from the following answers to fill in the blank.
Of the answers below, which is the best example of the difference between a sensitive drill press and an upright drill press?
After cutting a pipe to length with a torch beveller, what is the next step in the weld preparation process?
The design of a ball valve is similar to which of the listed valves?
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.
From the following answers, choose the one that answers the following statement. "The operating position of a gate valve commonly are ________ and ________."
It is a good trade practice to transport gas cylinders secured and upright. From which act below did this practice come from?
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 largest range of flammability.
What tool is in the picture below?
"_________ is an injury caused by freezing of the skin and underlying tissues. First your skin becomes very cold and red, then numb, hard and pale." Use the answers provided to fill in the blank.
Your journeyman has asked you to cut them 6 pieces of 4' Sch 80 pipe 3' 7". The only piece of pipe you can find is a 20 foot full length. How many pieces will you be able to cut out of this length? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Twist drill sizes are designated by four methods. Which of the following answers is not one of them.
"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?
A natural gas boiler has an output rating of 43500 Btu and is 67% efficient. Which of the answers below best represents it's input rating?
"During the creation of this style of groove, the steel of the pipe is cold formed while it is displaced inward." Of the answers below, choose the one best described by this statement.
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?
Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
"A process in which two or more items (usually metal) are joined together by melting and putting a filler metal into the joint, the filler metal having a lower melting point than the adjoining metal. " This is the best description for which of the following?
Of the answers below choose the best answer that reflects style of press that has the highest capacity.
A support that is floor mounted by welding or by anchors, is commonly called which of the following?
When using a long tape, one extra consideration must be taken into account over a short tape. Of the answers below, choose the one that best applies.
Which butt weld fitting wall thickness has the smallest number of fitting sizes?
"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?
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 "H" in the picture provided?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a male and female set flange?
A worker is grinding 6m away from another worker refueling a diesel welder. Is there any workplace infraction occurring in this situation? Choose the best answer below for answering this.
There is a mutual attraction that causes unlike molecules them to cling to each another. This property is best describes by which of the following terms?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluids pressure is proportional to ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
Which of the following disc designs is the most widely use variation for the gate valve?
Of the answers below, which is the best oxyacetylene term for the explosive condition that occurs upstream the mixer and can include all of the components in the outfit including the regulator.
Of all the valves below, which would have close to the same flow characteristics as a globe pattern straight valve?
Class 3000, is a fitting classification for which type of material?
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.
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?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
0.578 oz/in² is equal to which of the answers below? Choose the best answer that applies
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #5 is best represented by which answer below?
Before entering a container to work, your Journeyman asks for a gas test to be done. The foreman agrees and puts the sniffer close to the roof of the container. Of the following answers, which gas would he be testing for?
The barometer in the shop is reading 853 mm Hg, which of the answers below best reflects this reading in psig?
Copper tube DWV fittings can be used on copper pressure piping systems
Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
When "WPB" is stamped on a butt weld fitting, that designates which of the below?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded ball valve?
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?
(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?
Contamination of welds is a very serious issue especially where alloys are involved. To avoid contamination from brushing out material from portions of a weld, what precaution should be taken? Choose the best answer from the choices below.
The recommended PVC grooved joint operating maximum temperature is which of the below?
Of the three common forged steel fitting classifications, class 4500 is considered:
After seal welding a box, the painters ask how much paint they are going to need to coat the outside. The box is 230 mm long, 450 mm high and 375 mm wide. Of the answers below, choose the best one that reflects this number.
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
(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?
(wf)Almost all electrode rods are kept in a container to protect them from the elements. Which of the following weld defects would this be the best form of protection from?
Which of the filler metals would be most commonly used when brazing copper or copper alloys? Choose the best answer from the following filler metals.
When dealing with acetylene cylinders, generally you will encounter two types of valves. Which of the sets of valves below would you see?
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 steps in preparing this type of fusion weld and a steel weld are very similar." Which of the answers below best fits this description?
This type of layout tool consists of two parts, a "Beam" and a "Blade". Which of the following tools best fits this description?
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?
Calculate the mass of 6.25 ft³ of gold that weighs 3579 lb/ft³. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
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.
The proper procedure for shutting down an oxyacetylene outfit takes an number of steps. Of the answers below, choose the one that represents these number of steps.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
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.
"This two-part anchoring system consists of resin and hardener which are combined through a mixing nozzle, and an anchor rod." This is the best description of which of the following anchors?
Typical hanger spacing for 76 mm black iron pipe is 4.3 m. Using that information, how many hangers are needed on a 20 m horizontal run?
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.
What is the pressure exerted by 1 ft² of water? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(se)"An type of material that allows the flow of an electrical current in one or more directions." The best answer that this statement describes is which of the following?
On oxygen cylinders, there are no seams, neither running up and down nor across. This is due to the manufacturing process that it goes though. Which of the answers below best describes this process?
CSA approved head, eye, and foot protection is required for all workers. This is best legislated by which of the following acts?
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?
Concrete anchors have two broad categories. Of the choices below, select the ones that apply.
"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?
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.
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
When used in conjunction with a flashback arrestor, a reverse flow check valve is best to be place where on an oxyacetylene setup?
Of the answers below, choose the layout tool that would most likely consist of a "Bevel protractor" and a steel rule
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #3 is best represented by which answer below?
What is the name of the reamer pictured below?
When using your oxyacetylene torch, if your gas speed is higher that the speed of flame propagation, what will the outcome be?
At the bottom of a column of water, the pressure is 459 psi, how high is this column? Choose the best answer from those provided below
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?
Using the terms provided, choose the best one that would be described as a substance that cannot be be chemically reduced into simpler components.
Welding torches and cutting torches are similar in most respects. Of the options below, choose the best answer that represents a similarity.
"These types of pumps come in a reciprocating and rotary style." This best describes which of the answers below?