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Of the answers below, which is the best example of the difference between a sensitive drill press and an upright drill press?
Which of the states of matter can be defined as having defined mass, volume and shape? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
The codes and regulations that must be followed when working with welded piping and fittings are based apon which of the following?
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 heated, metal forms a scale on it's surface. This scale is called what?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #5 is best represented by which answer below?
(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?
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?
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "C".
When you are going to lubricate an air motor, which of the following would be the best time to do it?
(wf)"This term deals with the increase in stress in an area of a weld near a crack, depression, or a sharp angle. Although the calculated stressing may be quite safe, it can be enough to cause failure of the weld." This statement best describes which of the terms below?
"A particular material or class of materials, that is a hazardous substance in workplace air, has an upper limit on the acceptable concentrations." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
Which form of corrosion(s) is aided by an increase in temperature? 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 "A" in the picture provided?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "D" in the picture provided?
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
With the options below complete the following sentence. "Rules governing the fabrication of power boilers is found in ASME ________"
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.
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?
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.
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.
A soldered or compression fitting is _______ than a flared fitting.
(se)Which device below uses one or more diodes to restrict current to flow to one direction, changing AC to DC in the process? From the answers below, choose the best one.
When the work that is being performed is not dependent on the pressure delivered from the cylinder being used, which style of regulator would most commonly used?
(se)"The electrical force that retains the arc while the welding work is being done." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
In the WHMIS system, "Corrosive materials" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
To keep your back healthy, there are several steps in lifting objects. Of the following, choose the one that would not apply.
Convert 0.67 to the the nearest practical fraction. Choose the best answer from the ones below
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluid will exert pressure in ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
"There are many advantages to a vertical band saw. Of the advantages, one stands out as the greatest." Of the answers below, which one best fits that description.
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?
Burns have a classification by degree. If you have a surface burn, it would be considered which of the following?
When referring to the center to end measurement of a 90 degree elbow threaded fitting, what is the best term that describes this measurement?
At the warehouse, they have received an exchanger. You look at the waybill, and see that it was discounted 3 separate times for 15%, 12% and 6% each. If the original price was $45,692, which of the answers below best represents the final purchase price?
Which of the following torque procedures is the least accurate in regards to getting to proper tension on a studbolt?
The number of turns by _______ should be _______ than the number of turns by _____ when tightening a threaded joint. Choose the words in order to fill the blanks from the options below.
Self-Drilling anchors are considered to be this type of anchor. Choose from the following answers.
"Grinding on the workpiece resting on this attachment prevents sudden slips in which the wheel grabs the work momentarily and yanks it out of the operator's hand, or pulls the hand toward the wheel." This is the best description of which attachment to a bench grinder? Choose from the answers below.
This type of layout tool consists of two parts, a "Beam" and a "Blade". Which of the following tools best fits this description?
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?
(mse)"Loads that change in either size, position or direction, are considered to be________ loads." This statement best describes which of the terms provided?
Convert 0.41278 to a fraction. Choose the best answer from below.
Which of the answers below best describes the units for relative density?
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.
"Two heating irons are used in this particular type of fusion welding." This best describes which of the following answers?
A neutral flame would be best suited to which of the following applications?
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "A".
What type of copper tube is most commonly used in fabricating a hydronic systems?
Type "M" copper tubing has what colour identification strip?
One of the four classifications of fusion welding low alloy steel oxy fuel gas welding rods is R60. What do the two numbers represent in this classification? Choose the best answer from the options below.
"This layout tool has one chamfered edge usually. The dual purpose tool can check the material surface to assure flatness, and mark a straight line on a surface." This statement best describes which of the following tools?
The materials that butt weld fittings can be made from include:
The barometer in the shop is reading 853 mm Hg, which of the answers below best reflects this reading in psig?
(wf)Of the types of inclusions below, which would be characteristic of a GMAW process?
What tool is pictured below?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Downstream of the aftercooler, but upstream of the reciever, should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
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?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "G" in the picture provided?
"A metallic substance composed of two or more elements, as either a compound or a solution." This statement is the best description of which of the following terms?
What type of bar is pictured below?
Of the methods to render a container safe for hotwork, which of the following is the most common and most effective?
"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?
Your journeyman has asked you to torque a 4" #150 flange to 50 ft/lbs. This represents 30% of the total torque, which of the answers below best represents the full torque value?
The 3 classes of fittings for a forged steel piping system come in 3 classes. Of the list below, select the 3 that apply.
Which of the following supports has a hardened steel cup set screw?
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.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "B" in the picture provided?
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for a large volume?
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.
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a tongue and groove flange?
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?
Ambient conditions and temperature of the contents of thermoplastic pipe are directly related to which of the answers 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?
"Heat number" is a designation that can be replaced by which term?
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.
What type of wrench is pictured below?
Section 315(1), (2) and (3) covering guardrails can be found in which piece of legislation 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?
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 type of gauge that is most commonly used in pressure testing would be one that has a ________ date stamped or labeled on it for easy recorded by QA/QC.
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.
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for mass?
Code B149.1-05 covers which of the following?
These manufacturer installed items must be removed before the piping is put into operation, but not before the Variable Spring Hanger is installed and fully loaded. Of the selections below, which items best fits this description?
"This term denotes a type of steel that, to enhance mechanical properties has undergone alloying using different elements." which of the following terms is best described by this statement?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
Of the following supports, choose the one that is an example of a constant support hanger.
"_________ 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.
Of the answers below choose the best answer that reflects style of press that has the highest capacity.
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
Youare going to dig a well on your land to get water, you have bought a small suction pump that will create a vacuum equal to a column 984 mm Hg. Which answer below best represents the maximum depth that the well can be while using this pump?
Which of the welding processes below would welding goggles be worn?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
"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?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "A" in the picture provided.