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Which of the the materials below should never be used to repair an acetylene hose. Choose the best answer that applies.
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
After cutting a pipe to length with a torch beveller, what is the next step in the weld preparation process?
Of the valves below, which has a non-directional flow pattern?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
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.
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 "B" in the picture provided?
Under the Workers compensation act, are apprentices and learners entitled to compensation?
If you were trying to depict the inside workings of an item, you which of the following orthographic views would be best for the task?
(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.
There are three parts to a common twist drill. Which of the below is not one of those parts?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "H" in the picture provided?
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.
On the jobsite you have to cut 200 mm plate, and have to heat a large hoarding from the same supply. Of the gases below, choose the gas that would best fill both of these requirements.
(se)On a brand new joint, when welding the last pass, what arc length should be used? Choose the best answer from the options given below.
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."
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
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?
From the following options, choose the most popular pressure testing method.
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.
(se)While welding, what is the result of shortening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
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?
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.
These multi-purpose portable fire extinguishers are light, commonly red, and have a short nozzle or a narrow length of hose. Choose from the answers below the one that best applies.
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?
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.
Choose the best answer below that is the density of air at STP in metric measurement.
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "A"?
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a ring joint flange?
(wf)In during a welded joint, the input of heat must be controlled. Which of the issues could result in a weld where the heat input was not controlled well? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
In the picture below, what type of joining system is being used? Use the best answer from the ones provided below.
Piping that you have to be order for a job needs to be absolutely devoid of any surface contamination. Which of the following finishes will you ask to have put on your piping?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld globe valve?
Of all the tools listed below, what is the preferred method for cutting tube under 3/4"?
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.
Of the answers below, which support has one bolt or two bolt manufacturing options?
(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.
(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.
A boiler that creates superheated water at 175 psig and 275F is covered under which code(s)?
In the drawing provided, there is a column at the northwest corner of the entrance. It's location is best represented by which of the following answers below?
Orthographic and isometric directional arrows have few similarities. From the options provided below, choose the best answer that represents one of those similarities.
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?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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 2.5%-80% in air.
Calculate the mass of 6.25 ft³ of gold that weighs 3579 lb/ft³. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Of the selection below choose which measurement this sentence best describes. "Not widely used for gas pressures, This measurement is mostly used in materials science, where the tensile strength of a material is measured as a large number of psi."
Using the terms provided, choose the best one that would be described as a substance being chemically joined in fixed proportions of two or more different types of atoms.
What is the name of the reamer pictured below?
(se)"This device limits electrical flow to one direction." This statement best describes which of the devices below?
(se)When sizing welding cables, which of the cables below would be the largest?
In the WHMIS system, "Other poisons" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a containers shape that is holding a fluid will ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
All of the following statements regarding an oxygen cylinders are true, except one. Choose the answer that does not belong.
The pressure exerted by a column of Hg 9" high would be which of the following answers? Choose the best answer that applies from the ones below
(se)Why are work lead clamps integral to the welding process? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
The categories of workplace hazards have been broken down to _____ main areas. Using the answers below fill in the blank.
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a raised face flange?
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.
(mse)The CSA classification of carbon steel SMAW electrodes is metric. Choose the best answer for what the "E" represents, in the answers below.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded globe valve?
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.
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.
Which forged steel fitting classification does not have a schedule number?
(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?
An acetylene bottle has a specific volumetric capacity. The cylinder should not be emptied more then one _______ of that capacity per hour. Choose the best answer to fill in the blank 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?
When using your oxyacetylene torch, if your gas speed is lower that the speed of flame propagation, what will the outcome be?
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?
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?
To supply a gas test with high pressure, dry gas, which of the following would be best to use?
"These types of pumps come in a reciprocating and rotary style." This best describes which of the answers below?
Which of the layout tools below would be the most accurate in transferring measurements? Choose from the following tools.
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
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.
What is the name of the grinder pictured below?
There are a great many ways to give information about the shape of an object. Certain ways of drawing or views will give some information clearer than others. Of the answers below, choose the best term that describes the following picture.
(wf)Of the types of inclusions below, which would be characteristic of a GTAW process?
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for length?
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "A".
"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?
"In the center of a flange there is a tall hub with a bevelled end suitable for welding." This is a description of which type of flange?
Of the answers provided, choose the thermoplastic that is used for laboratory DWV, and has similar characteristics to PP.
Spiral wound gaskets have 6 identifiers on them, which of the below is not one?
A fitting that has a classification of 2000 would be what kind of fitting?
Your isometric calls for a weld neck, raised face, 900 PSI rating, flange. Is this the correct flange to use?
When installing a new valve into an existing piping system you find that the flange bolt holes are threaded UNC. The original line also has tapped bolt holes, but are UNF. The valve installation details requires a nut on the valve flange, the line specification requires a fastener with a nut on both ends. Which of the solutions below would satisfy all of the specifications?
With the options below complete the following sentence. "Rules governing the fabrication of power boilers is found in ASME ________"
In air there are numerous gases in varying proportions, which of the answers below best represents those proportions?
(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?
What tool is in the picture below?
Oxygen should have a purity of 99.5% or higher for oxy-fuel cutting. The cutting speed will be an estimated ¾ of normal and the expenditure in cutting oxygen will increase approximately ¼ of normal for each _______ drop in purity percentage form optimum. Use the answers provided to select the best one to fill in the blank.
Fire suppression applications use CPVC piping. For this application what colour must this piping be? Choose the best answer from the options below.
Regulators commonly have three working parts to them. Which of the parts does the the adjusting screw attach to? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "B"?
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?
"An extra piece of equipment is required when testing with an air compressor." This statement best describes which of 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.