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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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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 picture provided?
(ofc)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.
Soapstone is commonly available in three grades. Which grade would be best served for marking out steel? Choose your answer from the options below.
Of the choices below, there is one valve that would be best suited to a service that requires regular maintenance.
Choose the best answer below that is the density of water in imperial measurement.
(mse)The protective shield that purges any atmospheric gases that may be harmful to the weld, and the slag that protects the weld metal both are produced from one area in the weld zone. Which of the following ares best describes where these are produced?
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.
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?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
(ofc)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?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
"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?
To protect the internal mechanisms, this type of gate valve should not be placed in a line that has turbulent flow. This is the best description of which of the following?
(ofe)All of the following statements regarding an oxygen cylinders are true, except one. Choose the answer that does not belong.
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?
(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?
What tool is in the picture below?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of air, in imperial measurement, at STP.
What tool is in the picture below?
One of the constants in an isometric drawing is that all angles recede ________ from the horizontal. Choose the best answer from the ones below to fill in the blank.
"When used in conjunction with similarly threaded nuts, These externally threaded devices are used to create a joining of two or more components." This is the best description of which of the items below?
(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.
(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 half the distance across a circle?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
"This type of cutting machine is perfect for busy shops. When the machine is loaded, and starts to cut the material, it allows the operator to do other tasks while the machine is cutting." This statement best describes which of the following metal cutters
"Has a gasket surface in the same plane as the bolting circle face." Is the best description of which fitting?
"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?
The fraction ⁵⁸⁄₇ is equal to which of the answers provided below?
When referring to the center to end measurement of a 90 degree elbow threaded fitting, what is the best term that describes this measurement?
Because of various stresses, fasteners to be used in the piping industry are designed for what type of load?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
"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.
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld globe valve?
(wf)The welding surface may contain discontinuities from the style of preparation. From the answers below, choose the best one that describes discontinuities from a surfaced prepped by gouging. blades.
Composition disc type valves are part of which of the following categories?
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."
If you needed to place new threads on the inside of a fitting, which of these tools would be best?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of air at STP in metric measurement.
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
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.
What tool is in the picture below?
(mse)"This type of mechanical property also is known by the term "Elastic limit." This statement best describes which of the properties below?
When storing plastic pipe, the pipe should be supported adequate support at all times. For long term storage, what additional step should be taken?
Typical hanger spacing for 76 mm black iron pipe is 4.3 m. Using that information, how many hangers are needed on a 20 m horizontal run?
(se)Welding power sources that are AC transformer type have several advantages to them, which of the answers below is not one of them? Select the best answer from the options provided.
(ofc)There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "B".
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
(ws) While welding, there may be contact with extremely hot metals, slag and sparks. Which of the answers below best relates to damage being done to the outer layer of skin and the next layer, the dermis?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
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.
There are a number of hydrostatic principles, which of the answers below best encompasses them all?
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "E" in the picture provided?
(papg) Determining the surface area of any box involves several calculations. Which of the answers below best describes the number of sides that are involved in determining the surface area of a fully enclosed box?
(bs)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.
An Instrument air piping system does not exceed 1673 psi @ 100 degrees F. What class of forged steel fitting in conjunction with Sch 80 piping should be used
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld ball valve?
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.
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.
(ofc)When inspecting your oxy-acetylene cut after cutting a piece of 50 mm plate, you notice that the bottom of the kerf line is slightly behind the top of the same line. Which of the terms below best expresses this condition?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
Before working on a task, you notice that a trench with vertical rebar ends is directly under the work location. Harnesses and anchor points are provided at the task location by the employer, which you are instructed to use. The piece of legislation that best covers the action of the employer is which of the below?
Weld fittings are available in two varieties, one of these is:
(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 heart fibrillation after 3 seconds, as it travels through the body?
After seal welding a box, the painters ask how much paint they are going to need to coat the outside. The box is 230 mm long, 450 mm high and 375 mm wide. Of the answers below, choose the best one that reflects this number.
Which of the following types of copper requires a bending device?
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.
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "A".
In wet sprinkler systems, there is different tube that can be used. Choose the answer below that has all of them.
Of all the valves below, which would have close to the same flow characteristics as a globe pattern straight 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.
0.578 oz/in² is equal to which of the answers below? Choose the best answer that applies
"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?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that the ________ of a fluid has no effect on pressure." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
While fitting a joint you are made aware that there is no wall thickness stamped on the fitting you are going to use. The proper course of action would be?
(se)The graph below best represents which type of welding machine output? Choose from the best answer from those provided below.
The lowest temperature a metal is completely molten is called which of the soldering terms below?
"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.
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
Of the answers below, which best reflects the name of the drill pictured?
(wf)Of the types of inclusions below, which would be characteristic of a GMAW process?
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.
(bs)This filler metal is most commonly used with cobalt alloys, and applications that have an extremely high service temperature." This statement describes which of the filler metals below best?
Lift, swing, and non slam are all variations of which type of valve?
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.
(v) There is a wide variety of valve styles used in industry today. Which of the valves below would be manufactured without a stuffing box?
Which of the welding processes below would welding goggles be worn?
Looking at the body of a check valve you see a hinge pin on the body. Of the following valves what is the valve you are looking at?
What type of copper tube is most commonly used in fabricating a hydronic systems?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "D"?
There are a number of lines on the edge of any rule. Which of the terms below best corresponds to these lines?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
In the picture below, what type of joining system is being used? Use the best answer from the ones provided below.
At the bottom of a column of Hg, the pressure is 5.82 psi, how many inches of water column is required to exert this same pressure? Choose the best answer from those provided below
Of the selection of units below, which would be best used to describe force?
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "C".
What is the square footage of a floor space in a warehouse that is 5' 7¾ by 10' 3⅞? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
If you have received 43 widgets out of an order of 378 widgets, what percentage of widgets have been accounted for? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.