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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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If you subtract the TE from the T when fitting a threaded joint, the remainder will represent which of these terms?
(wf)While welding, water and other liquids get caught up in the weld. These produces voids of gas when the weld cools. Which of the terms below best describes these voids?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld ball valve?
(papg) There are several different methods to calculate the grade of a slope. Which of the methods below would only be used for imperial measurements only?
Concrete anchors have two broad categories. Of the choices below, select the ones that apply.
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
(se)When sizing welding cables, which of the cables below would be the smallest?
(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?
(papg) The relationship between the distance around a circle and the distance directly across it is a constant ratio. Which of the terms below best describes the distance across a circle?
(se)While welding, what is the result of shortening of the welding arc? 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 "D" in the picture provided?
To supply a gas test with high pressure, dry gas, which of the following would be best to use?
What type of bar is pictured below?
What tool is in the picture below?
What type of punch is pictured below?
(ofe)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.
Convert 0.41278 to a fraction. Choose the best answer from below.
"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?
______ type compression joints are also commonly referred to as ______ as well as sleeveless type.
Convert 0.67 to the the nearest practical fraction. Choose the best answer from the ones below
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "B"?
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?
When you are going to lubricate an air motor, which of the following would be the best time to do it?
(ofc)There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "F".
Of the answers below choose the best answer that reflects style of press that has the highest capacity.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld 45° elbow?
Which of the following answers best describes the advantage of preparing a joint with a U groove over the Vee groove style?
(se)This term expresses the pressure from an electrical circuit's power source that produces pressure to push a current through a circuit, enabling them to do work. From the terms provided, choose the one that best applies.
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.
What type of punch is pictured below?
"An extra piece of equipment is required when testing with an air compressor." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld gate valve?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references 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 pressure?
(ofc)"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?
The pressure of the hydraulic torque might warp the flange before the stubot has reached the desired length. From the options bellow, what is the best solution to alleviate this issue?
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When using the shank and the width of the tip to size the proper screwdriver, which of the screwdrivers below would you be sizing?
What tool is in the picture below?
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.
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.
To avoid electrical shock there are several steps that can be taken. Of the answers below, choose the one that does not apply.
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "A".
This type of layout tool consists of two parts, a "Beam" and a "Blade". Which of the following tools best fits this description?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a tongue and groove flange?
Of the material types below, which one only is available in class 150 and 300 fittings?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld globe valve?
(ofc)Generally in oxy-fuel cutting, when heat is applied to steel ranging from 760°C to 870°C, this is commonly referred to as which of the terms below? Choose the best answer from the options provided.
(papg) When calculating the "Grade" of a slope, there are several terms that are used. Which of the terms below is best defined as the difference in elevation between two ends of a sloped pipe?
(se)All electrical conductors resist the flow of current to some degree. Which of the terms below is used to measure this resistance? From the answers below select the one best applies.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "C" in the picture provided.
(ofe)On every acetylene cylinder there is an overpressurization safety device. Of the answers below, choose the best name for this device.
Lines that are not perpendicular nor are parallel to a vertex are called which term? Choose the best one that applies from the options below.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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?
Calculate the mass of 2.75 m³ of stainless steel that weighs 3790 kg/m³. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
With the options below,complete the following sentence. "The rules of ASME _______ constitute construction requirements for pressure vessels."
Looking at the answers below, which one is not a cause of flashback while using an oxyacetelyne cutting torch? Choose the best answer that applies.
What tube would be commonly used in fabricating a radiant heating system?
Masonry anchors come in _______ basic types. Choose from the following answers to fill in the blank.
(wf)Of the types of inclusions below, which would be characteristic of a GMAW process?
"This material is formed with cross-linking, and becomes irreversibly rigid after the reaction has taken place." This is the best description of which of the terms below?
From the following options, choose the most popular pressure testing method.
"This type of respirator has two different types that are available. These are continuous flow, and pressure demand respirators. " This statement best describes which of the following respirators?
(bs)"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?
When using a long tape, one extra consideration must be taken into account over a short tape. Of the answers below, choose the one that best applies.
There is a set number of steps in the procedure for creating proper joints with thermoplastic piping. Of the answers below, select the one that is closest to that number.
To keep your back healthy, there are several steps in lifting objects. Of the following, choose the one that would not apply.
Of the safety concerns with soldering listed below, which would occur the least?
(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 be created during non-destructive testing of welds?
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 beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Insulated service valve" variation?
Complete this equation. 15⁷⁄₈ - 4 ⅙ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.
(mse)The CSA classification of carbon steel SMAW electrodes is metric. Choose the best answer for what the "70" represents, in the answers below.
(bs)"The act or procedure of liquefying or melting by the application of heat, any two materials to combine them." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
When heated, metal forms a scale on it's surface. This scale is called what?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
This type of soldering uses temperatures below 450C or 840F:
For horizontal soldered joints, it is a good practice to apply the solder at which location?
Of the methods to render a container safe for hotwork, which of the following is the most common and most effective?
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "B".
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a male and female set flange?
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.
(ofe)When using your oxyacetylene torch, if your gas speed is lower that the speed of flame propagation, what will the outcome be?
Complete this equation. 5⅘ x 2⅜ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
(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?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Pilot valve" variation?
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
"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.
What type of wrench is pictured below?
There are a number of lines on the edge of any rule. Which of the terms below best corresponds to these lines?
There a specific vocabulary when describing the areas of a fillet weld. Which of these terms is represented by "G" in the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
Which of the following codes applies to high temperature water is generated at pressures exceeding 160 psig and/or temperatures exceeding 250 degrees F?
(se)While welding, what is the result of leangthening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
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. "
(ofe)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.
What type of wrench is pictured below?
(se)While welding, what is the result of lengthening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.