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There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "A".
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.
The code that covers all piping that transport fluids is which of the following?
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?
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?
"This layout tool consists of a calibrated protractor, X-shaped frame, and a triple jointed marking arm and holder. This allows for marking of steel or pipe." Of the answers below, choose the one is best defined by 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.
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?
What type of bar is pictured 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?
When installing an instrument air piping system in a textile plant, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
What tool is in the picture 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.
"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.
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 encircled letters along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded globe valve?
There is a mutual attraction that causes like molecules them to cling to each another. This property is best describes by which of the following terms?
These materials can be cooled and heated several times without any change in their chemistry or mechanical properties. This allows them to be formed and re-formed into different shapes" This is the best description of which of the terms below?
Which type of pipe fitting., of the list below, is not permitted on natural gas piping systems?
"This workplace hazard consists of substances, mixtures and materials that can be classified according to their health risks and dangers." This statement best describes which of the following hazard groups?
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "P" represent in this formula?
"The process of shaping metal and increasing its strength by hammering or pressing." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
Of the answers below, which support has one bolt or two bolt manufacturing options?
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?
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.
The 3 key elements of the WHIMIS system are, worker education, labels and ________. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
When one substance is dissolved in another homogeneously, this is called a solution. Which of the three states of matter can a solution exist? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
"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.
"Two heating irons are used in this particular type of fusion welding." This best describes which of the following answers?
On every oxygen cylinder there is an overpressurization safety device. Of the answers below, choose the best name for this device.
"Generally concrete screws are fasteners considered _________ and have applications with _______ loads." Choose from the answers below to fill in the blanks.
When selecting a fastener, there are many criteria that are needed to be taken into consideration. What specification of the list below is needed to be known to allow proper movement or anchorage in the fastener?
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
Of the material types below, which one only is available in class 150 and 300 fittings?
The 3 classes of fittings for a forged steel piping system come in 3 classes. Of the list below, select the 3 that apply.
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 "A" in the picture provided?
To cut a piece of thin wall tubing with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
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?
What tool is in the picture below?
The engineer has asked you to verify the base for setting a tank on, the area required will be a minimum of 10 meters. Which of the answers below best represents the minimum radius required to set the tank?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #1 is best represented by which answer below?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
(mse)"This type of mechanical property also is known by the term "Elastic limit." This statement best describes which of the properties below?
What type of punch is pictured below?
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.
For horizontal soldered joints, it is a good practice to apply the solder at which location?
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?
A fuel gas piping system does not exceed 2795 psi @ 100 degrees F. What class of forged steel fitting in conjunction with XS piping should be used
What type of bar is pictured below?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
You are asked to draw an unbroken horizontal line. Which of the drawing tools below would be the best choice for this task?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #5 is best represented by which answer below?
Of the options below, which one relies on the memory of the plastic tube to contract to its original size after the fitting is inserted?
The most common type of gauge that is found on a regulator is a bourdon type. Choose from the situations below the best way not to have these gauges damaged when opening a cylinder.
The most common colour for a oxygen gas hose in an oxyacetylene set up is which of the below?
Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
A square groove double weld commonly has a maximum material thickness of ________. Use the best answer below to fill in the blank.
Of all the tools listed below, what is the preferred method for cutting tube under 3/4"?
What tool is in the picture below?
What type of wrench is pictured 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 "H" in the picture provided?
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.
What type of copper tube is most commonly used in fabricating a hydronic systems?
Which of the piping systems below would Bell-end type joints primarily be used in?
Upstream of the aftercooler and downstream of the air intake should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
A holding tank is 43 feet in diameter. How many feet of welding will it take to seal the lid on the top? Choose the best answers from those provided below.
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.
"Are used with meters for the purpose of measuring the flow rate of either liquids or gases in the respective pipeline. Pairs of pressure "Tappings", mostly on 2 sides, directly opposite each other, are machined into the flange." This is the best description of which type of fitting?
A common 30/70 soft solder contains what percentage of which elements in it's alloy?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluids pressure is proportional to ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
The ________ is produced when slightly greater volume of oxygen is mixed with a smaller volume of acetylene. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
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.
(se)"The deflection of an electric arc from its normal path because of magnetic forces, usually after the current has been moving in the same path of travel for an extended period." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 90° elbow?
When selecting a flux, what is the most important consideration to be made?
Globe valves have a distinct disadvantage when compared to a gate valve. From the answers below select the best one.
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?
Your crew has just finished setting an enclosed vessel that had a 15 m diameter, a height of 23 m. The insulator foreman has asked you to verify his requirements of insulating the shell of the vessel. Choose the best answer from the ones below that represents the amount of insulation required.
(wf)"This type of weld deviance is any defect that cause the weld metal, parent metal, or work piece to be out of specification or tolerance. These issues are mainly caused by improper set up or distortion." This statement best describes which of the following classes of weld defects
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.
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.
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?
Of the benders below, which will allow kinking in soft tubing?
To keep your back healthy, there are several steps in lifting objects. Of the following, choose the one that would not apply.
Type "K" copper tube has which colour identification strip?
Which type of flange is machines with a flat face to help facilitate frequent cleaning or inspection?
Copper tube DWV fittings can be used on copper pressure piping systems
What is the SI measurement for air pressure? Choose the best answer from the options below.
"Is a mechanical seal which fills the space between two or more mating surfaces, generally to prevent leakage from or into the joined objects while under compression." This is the best definition of which fitting?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of water in imperial measurement.
There are a number of hydrostatic principles, which of the answers below best encompasses them all?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld ball valve?
"This gas irritates sensitive skin and mucous membranes. It is non-flammable, has an unpleasant odour, and is colourless." This statement best describes which of the following gases?
Orthographic and isometric directional arrows have few similarities. From the options provided below, choose the best answer that represents one of those similarities.
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.
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?
A journeyman is paid 27% more than his apprentice. If the journeyman is earning $43.50, what is the apprentice being paid? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
Type "L" copper tube has which colour identification strip?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?