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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 picture provided?
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. "
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.
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, "Oxidizing material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Of the answers below, choose the layout tool that would most likely consist of a "Bevel protractor" and a steel rule
"The angle of the oxy-fuel torch relative to the direction of travel that which the tip is pointed dictates the directions in which the heat is going and the slag will be blown." Which of the terms below is best described by this statement?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
(se)Which answer best describes the device that can increase the frequency of an AC current, or change DC to AC? Choose your answer from the ones provided below
(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 many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "D" in the picture provided?
If you are asked to install PVC piping for a drainage system, what colour must the pipe and solvent be? Choose the best answer from the options below.
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?
"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 protective shield that purges any atmospheric gases that may be harmful to the weld, and the slag that protects the weld metal both are produced from one area in the weld zone. Which of the following ares best describes where these are produced?
The classification of ferrous piping includes all of the following except for one. Choose the pipe that is not ferrous.
"A substance used to promote fusion that is applied to surfaces to be joined to keep them free from oxide and promote their union." This is the best definition of which of the soldering terms below?
On the QC paperwork for the hydrotest that you have up and holding requires absolute pressures. The gauges are holding steady at 35 psi. Which of the answers below best represents the pressure that the QC requires?
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.
A small system has been filled and is ready to pressure up. Which of the pumps below would be the best to use for this test?
(wf)"This term refers to a physical property of a material which describes the ability of a material containing a crack to resist further cracking."
Which of the behaviors below best describes a rise or fall of the liquid surface, if a thin tube that is open at the both ends is inserted vertically in to a liquid, relative to the adjacent level of the fluid.
Puller, Nut adjuster, Hydraulic load coil and Support bridge are all parts of which of the following tools?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the answer from the ones provided that best describes the method of dimensioning.
A pressure of 379 kPa is showing on your absolute pressure gauge. Your journeyman needs that in converted to psig. Which of the answers below best reflects the number that you will give them?
"The term for the dimensioning instrument that is used for notation and commonly at a 45° angled straight line." Which of the terms below best represents this statement?
Wood screws have an unthreaded portion just under the screw head on the shank. Using the options below, what is this portion called?
(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?
(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.
When fusion welding a butt joint, what is the suggested size of the root opening? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
"This term is used for lines that intersect at a right angle." Of the terms provided choose the best one to fit this statement
Which answer below best represents the type of cutting machine 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)?
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?
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
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?
Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given 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.
On every oxygen cylinder there is an overpressurization safety device. Of the answers below, choose the best name for this device.
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."
Of the list below, before adding the flux to a capillary soldered joint, what must be done?
This type of layout tool consists of two parts, a "Beam" and a "Blade". Which of the following tools best fits this description?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #3 is best represented by which answer below?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 90° elbow?
(se)If you wanted a wider bead accompanied with less penetration, which of the following techniques would be best suited for the task? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
"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?
Fire suppression applications use CPVC piping. For this application what colour must this piping be? Choose the best answer from the options below.
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
(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?
Omitting this step in the solvent welding of a joint could result in blockage, turbulent flow, and cause pressure loss by restricting the bore of the pipe. Of the answers below, choose the one that applies best
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(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?
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.
What type of iron from the selections below contains the highest carbon content?
Type "L" copper tube has which colour identification strip?
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?
What is the name of the ginder pictured below?
"A mixture of substances (in fixed proportions) that melts and solidifies at a single temperature that is lower than the melting points of the separate constituents or of any other mixture of them." Is the best description of which of the soldering terms below?
Which of the following gases has the hottest burning neutral flame? Choose the best answer from those below.
Which of the following disc designs is the most widely use variation for the gate valve?
(wf)There is a great variety of ______ . This encompasses any flaw that compromises the acceptable standard for a weld. Choose the best answer to fill in the blanks from the ones provided below.
"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?
Which of the states of matter can be defined as having a defined mass, and volume, but no defined shape? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
If the piping isometric that you are working off of has a ¼":1' reduced scale to it, what is the print length of the workpiece if it measures 12' on the bench? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(se)While welding, what is the result of shortening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
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.
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a tongue and groove flange?
"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?
When faced with vertical movements typically in excess of 13mm, or where no residual stresses are to be transferred to the pipe, which of the supports below would be the best to install?
As it happens sometimes, while you were on break, your fire extinguisher grew legs and walked away. You head to the tool crib to get another, as you are doing your inspection you notice it is a CFC type. Is there anything that must be done with this extinguisher?
Of the following answers, which is the best one for the torch pictured below?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
100°C is the approximate melting temperature of a fusible plug equipped on an acetylene bottle. Of the reasons below, choose the best reason explaining the purpose of these plugs.
Materials used for bolts and studs have been grouped into ______ by ASME. Use the options below to fill in the blank.
All of the below are common disadvantages of using plastic pipe except one. Choose the answer that is not a disadvantage.
(mse)The CSA classification of carbon steel SMAW electrodes is metric. Choose the best answer for what the "70" represents, in the answers below.
For horizontal soldered joints, it is a good practice to apply the solder at which location?
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.
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
A 35 meter piece of copper pipe that the first 10 m section has an operating temperature of 105°C and pressure of 34 kPa/m² until a restriction, then the temperature and pressure both drop by 15 for the remainder of the line. The entire line was originally installed at -25°C, what is the total linear expansion in meters for this line? Choose the best answer from the ones supplied below.
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
You are working with an isometric drawing that has dimensions in imperial measurements. Your journeyman has asked you to convert several measurements to inches. These measurements include 6', 4.5', 3'7" and 2'4". Choose the best answer below to reflect the total number of inches.
A nitrogen piping system does not exceed 6000 psi @ 100 degrees F. What weight of pipe is required with Class 6000 forged steel fittings?
Compression type fittings for copper tube are generally made from which of the following materials?
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
"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?
The coolest place possible should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "T" represent in this formula?
Calculate the volume of 5 kg/m³ of nitrogen that weighs 2694 kgs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Spiral wound gaskets have 6 identifiers on them, which of the below is not one?
Concrete anchors have two broad categories. Of the choices below, select the ones that apply.
Copper tube pressure fittings can be used on copper tube DWV piping systems.
Which of the welding processes below would welding goggles be worn?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view butt weld cap?
Of all the valves below, which would have close to the same flow characteristics as a globe pattern straight valve?
A dielectric union would be placed into lines to prevent which condition?
If you have received 43 widgets out of an order of 378 widgets, what percentage of widgets have been accounted for? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
While fitting a joint you are made aware that there is no wall thickness stamped on the fitting you are going to use. The proper course of action would be?
Calculate the mass of 6.25 ft³ of gold that weighs 3579 lb/ft³. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Material safety data sheets are required to be accompany all controlled substances from the supplier. There are _______ that make up these sheets, providing more detail than the label. Use the answers below to fill in the blank