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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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What tool is in the picture below?
(ofe)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.
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
(bs)"This is the term used for the metal or steel that you are actually welding on." The term best described by this statement is which of the following?
(ofe)When dealing with acetylene cylinders, generally you will encounter two types of valves. Which of the sets of valves below would you see?
Wood screws have an unthreaded portion just under the screw head on the shank. Using the options below, what is this portion called?
(ofe)When balancing pressures with an oxyacetylene torch, good rule of thumb to calculate "blow away" is _________ per tip size. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
A soldered or compression fitting is _______ than a flared fitting.
When referring to the center to end measurement of a 90 degree elbow threaded fitting, what is the best term that describes this measurement?
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.
"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.
Composition disc type valves are part of which of the following categories?
(mse)The CSA classification of carbon steel SMAW electrodes is metric. Choose the best answer for what the "70" represents, in the answers below.
The references in red along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
When heated, metal forms a scale on it's surface. This scale is called what?
What tool is in the picture below?
(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.
(ofe)Welding torches and cutting torches are similar in most respects. Of the options below, choose the best answer that represents a similarity.
There are three parts to a common twist drill. Which of the below is not one of those parts?
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.
One of the following is not a disadvantage of a plug valve. Choose from the options below.
Convert ⁷⁄₁₅ to a decimal. Choose the best answer from the ones below
You are asked to draw an unbroken horizontal line. Which of the drawing tools below would be the best choice for this task?
The fraction ⅜ is equal to which of the fractions below? Choose the best answer from the ones 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 force?
What tool is pictured below?
From the following answers, choose the best one that represents the radiant energy hazard produced by Non-destructive testing.
(ofe)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.
Plastic pipe can move slowly in hangers. This is due to temperature changes that have an effect on the expansion and contraction of the pipe. This mechanism is commonly called which of the below?
The design of a ball valve is similar to which of the listed valves?
The classification of fire extinguishers depends on the type of fire they can fight effectively. Which fire extinguisher type is denoted by the picture below?
After initial tensioning, a set of studbolts may have to be re-tensioned after start up. Which of the following terms would best explain the cause of this situation?
(wf)Of the types of inclusions below, which would be characteristic of a GTAW process?
Of all the valves below, which would have close to the same flow characteristics as a globe pattern straight valve?
(se)"This electrical current has is not bi-directional and flows only from negative to positive." This statement best describes which of the following currents?
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?
(es) Amperage has an effect on the human body depending on the amount exposed to. Which of the mA answers below best corresponds to having pain, with the loss of voluntary muscle control, as it travels through the body?
What tool is in the picture below?
Occupational exposure limits have threshold limits. There are three of these threshold limits that are used, of the answers provided, which is not a value used?
(se)Which of the terms below is used when a sine wave completes a 360° rotation?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "D" in the picture provided?
The code that covers all piping that transport fluids is which of the following?
(ofc)"This type of oxy-fuel cutting torch has preheat gases supplied to the cutting tip." Which of the following torch types is best described by this statement?
Copper tube DWV fittings can be used on copper pressure piping systems
If you were to completely show a workpiece in an orthographic projection, how many views would be required as a minimum? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a raised face flange?
"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?
Twist drill sizes are designated by four methods. Which of the following answers is not one of them.
Typically on a hydrostatic test, the _______ of the fill hose is greater than the high pressure hose. Choose from the following answers to fill in the blank.
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the tolerance dimension.
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?
(se)If you wanted a narrower bead, that has deeper penetration, which of the following techniques would be best suited for the task? Choose the best answer from the options below.
(mse)"This type of material property is measured using a Brinell, or a Rockwell test." This statement best describes which of the properties below?
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?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "B"?
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
There a specific vocabulary when describing the areas of a fillet weld. Which of these terms is represented by "B" in the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "B".
(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?
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.
(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.
Which of the welding processes below would welding goggles be worn?
Downstream of the aftercooler, but upstream of the reciever, should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. From the information in the provided picture, select the best answer to describe the method of dimensioning.
From the following answers, choose the one that answers the following statement. "The operating position of a gate valve commonly are ________ and ________."
(ws) There are several different types of energy that are released when you are welding or oxy-fuel cutting. Which of the answers below would create the greatest amount of "Ultraviolet rays" while being used?
"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?
What type of bar is pictured below?
Which of the following disc designs is the most widely use variation for the gate valve?
(ws) There are several different types of energy that are released when you are welding or oxy-fuel cutting. Which of the rays below would best be described as one that would cause cataracts with long term exposure?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld tee?
(ofc)Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given 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.
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Capillary action" signify?
"The ability of a substance, usually a metal, to be deformed or molded into a different shape." This statement is the best description of which of the following terms?
If you subtract the TE from the T when fitting a threaded joint, the remainder will represent which of these terms?
(wf)Defective properties would include all of the following defects except one. Of the answers below choose the one that is not a defective property.
Which forged steel fitting classification does not have a schedule number?
(ofe)Of the answers below, which is the best oxyacetylene term for the condition that occurs when the tip produces a shrieking noise, sparks and dark smoke.
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.
Complete the following sentence with the options below. "This Section covers general descriptions, terminology and operation guidelines applicable to steel and cast iron boilers limited to the operating ranges of ASME _______."
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.
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 "G" in the picture provided?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "E"?
(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?
(ws) Welding and Oxy-fuel cutting have some specialized safety equipment. Which of the answers below would be the minimum safety eye-ware required for Oxy-fuel cutting or welding?
"Before heating, the plastic pipe and fittings can be assembled." This statement best describes which of the following?
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.
(papg) There are several different methods to calculate the grade of a slope. Which of the methods below would best represent a line to be graded up at 1:46 mm?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
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."
Choose the best answer below that is the density of air, in imperial measurement, at STP.
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.
With regard to fitting a threaded joint, the length of the threads that is engaged inside the fitting is called by which of these terms?
If the piping isometric that you are working off of has a 1:20 metric reduced scale to it, what is the actual length of the workpiece of you measure 45mm on the print? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Which of the piping systems below would Bell-end type joints primarily be used in?
(ofe)Acetylene gas reacts explosively with some metals, so only certain metals may be used in piping the gas or repairing hose. Of the answers below, one is not an approved metal to be used in transporting acetylene gas. Choose the one that best applies.
In the groove and shoulder system, if you use a roll groove, what is the disadvantage of this type of groove? Choose the best answer of the options below.