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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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Of the answers below, which best reflects the name of the drill pictured?
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.
Pipe size is specified with two non-dimensional numbers: ________ diameter based on inches, and _______ for wall thickness. Of the options below, fill in the blanks.
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the tolerance dimension.
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.
The inert purge gases for GMAW and GTAW welding processes are non-toxic, but are still dangerous. In what situation below would these gases be a danger?
(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.
Commonly in oblique drawings, there is a 50% reduction in depth to add realism to the object. Which of the terms below best describes this practice?
What is the name of the cutter pictured below?
Of the options below, what is the following sentence describing? "This is a mechanism that mechanically joins or affixes two or more objects together."
Commonly receding lines are drawn from the horizontal at 30°, 45° or 60°. If you were to draw a receding line at a 45°, it would be foreshortened by which of the amounts below. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below
What is the name of the reamer pictured below?
(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.
"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?
Weld fittings are available in two varieties, one of these is:
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
"This Section provides such guidelines to assist those directly responsible for operating, maintaining, and inspecting power boilers." This is the best description of which of the following ASME sections?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes lines pointed to by the black arrows in the picture shown?
(wf)Of the types of inclusions below, which would be characteristic of a GTAW process?
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.
Which of the following supports has a hardened steel cup set screw?
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?
After installing an instrument air piping system, you are asked to prove to the client there are no leaks. The piping specs require that no moisture be left in the system after testing. Which of the following options would be the best for this request?
"This piece of legislation came into effect in 1915. This act deals primarily with compensation, medical aid and rehabilitation of a worker due to a job-related injury." Which of the answers below is best described by this statement?
(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.
(ofc)There are three commonly used basic systems of controlling the operation of a mechanized oxy-fuel cutter. Which of the answers below is not one of them? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
A 10 meter piece of brass pipe that has an operating temperature of 85°C and pressure of 34 kPa/m². This line was originally installed At -15°C, what is the total linear expansion in meters for this line? Choose the best answer from the ones supplied below.
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Capillary action" signify?
Which of the below would be the best fitting to prevent damage from a pressure surge to a gauge on a hydrostatic test?
Non ferrous piping has three distinguishing characteristics. Contains no iron, and not susceptible to oxidization are two. Of the following list , pick the third.
"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?
"Easy rotation of the piping to allow for even wearing of the pipe in an abrasive application." This is the best description of which of the plastic pipe joining types below?
What tool is in the picture below?
(se)"The electrical force that retains the arc while the welding work is being done." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
(se)Your welder asks you to turn up the _________ on his welder for more penetration. Choose the best answer from the options below to fill in the blank.
"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?
(mse)"This type of mechanical property also is known by the term "Elastic limit." This statement best describes which of the properties below?
There are some specific weld faults that can occur with a fillet weld. Which of these faults is represented by the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
Convert 0.67 to the the nearest practical fraction. Choose the best answer from the ones below
Which of the answers below best represents the pressure exerted by a column of water 1' in height and a base of 1 in²?
What type of bar is pictured below?
(ofc)There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "F".
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "D".
Choose the best answer below that is the density of water in metric measurement.
What tool is pictured below?
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.
STD or Sch40 piping is measured by the nominal ______ up to ______ diameter, and by the exact ______ up to ________diameter. Use the choices below to fill in the blanks in order.
What tube would be commonly used in fabricating a radiant heating system?
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?
(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?
(ofe)The _________ has a one-to-one ratio of acetylene and oxygen, any additional oxygen needed for complete combustion comes from the surrounding air. Use the answers provided to fill in the blank.
The code that covers the piping standards to be used for cryogenic fluids would be which of the following?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of air at STP in metric measurement.
Choose the best answer below that is the density of water in imperial measurement.
The encircled letters along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms 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?
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "C".
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
You find a workpiece that you are trying to drill a hole in too tough to position under a sensitive or upright drill press. Which of the following answers best solves this problem?
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?
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?
"A process in which two or more items (usually metal) are joined together by melting and putting a filler metal into the joint, the filler metal having a lower melting point than the adjoining metal. " This is the best description for which of the following?
(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?
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 numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded tee elbow?
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 portable fire extinguisher to fight a fire, why is it important to aim at the base of the fire?
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.
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
What is the name of the grinder pictured below?
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.
Of the three common forged steel fitting classifications, class 4500 is considered:
(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.
______ type compression joints are also commonly referred to as ______ as well as sleeveless type.
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "E"?
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?
The 3 key elements of the WHIMIS system are, material safety data sheets, labels and ________. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
Masonry anchors come in _______ basic types. Choose from the following answers to fill in the blank.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded cap?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #5 is best represented by which answer below?
(ofc)The material that is blown away by the oxygen stream while oxy-fuel cutting is called which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from the selection below.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded globe valve?
(bs)Of the alloys below, which is the alloy of copper and zinc?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a flat faced flange?
"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.
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
"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?
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.
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?
Convert ⁷⁄₁₅ to a decimal. Choose the best answer from the ones below
(se)When sizing welding cables, which of the cables below would be the largest?
This type of soldering uses temperatures below 450C or 840F:
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.
"Joining two metal surfaces by melting an alloy so that it forms a thin layer between the surfaces." This id the best definition of which of the terms below?
There are three types of radiant energy that is given off by a typical welding arc. Choose the one that does not apply from the answers below.
(bs)"This term is a combination of metals or of a metal and another element." Which of the following terms is best described by this statement?
When marking the cut on a 250mm (10") diameter pipe, what tool should be used to be assured that the mark is the same measurement all the way around the pipe?
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?
(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.