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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Pilot valve" variation?
Calculate the density of 5 m³ of copper that weighs 3879 kgs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
(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 sever eye strain, and possible blindness?
Type "DWV" copper tubing has what colour identification strip?
A lube oil piping header has a slope of ¹⁄₁₆ every 9 inches. In a 27' run, what is the total drop of the line? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When trying to tighten a lock nut, which of the tools below would be the best choice?
(ofe)In a carbonizing oxyacetylene flame, the length of the feather indicates which of the conditions below? Choose the best answer from the following.
(ofc)There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "A".
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?
With ______ piping, fusion welding, and acid resistant clamps are the the most basic types of joining. Choose from the following to fill in the blank.
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Curb stop valve" variation?
(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.
Which of the behaviors below best describes a rise or fall of the liquid surface, if a thin tube that is open at the both ends is inserted vertically in to a liquid, relative to the adjacent level of the fluid.
The common elements that all fluxes have are listed except for one. Select the one that does not apply.
Use the answers below to answer the following question. "To aid in the removal of trapped sediment and small debris, a valve should be closed in which manner?
When using a beam clamp, ensuring the recommended support load is not exceeded is important. What other component of this support system needs to checked against the weight of the load?
From the following answers, choose the one that answers the following statement. "The operating position of a gate valve commonly are ________ and ________."
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "C" in the picture provided?
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 "E" in the picture provided?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a ring joint flange?
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "B".
The codes and regulations that must be followed when working with welded piping and fittings are based apon which of the following?
(se)When sizing welding cables, which of the cables below would be the largest?
"This cutting machine cuts metal with a scissor-like action." Which of the machines below best fits this description?
Which of the the materials below should never be used to repair an acetylene hose. Choose the best answer that applies.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Of all the materials that make clothes, there is one type that should never be worn in a industrial workplace. Of the answers below, choose the one that best applies.
(se)On a brand new joint, when welding one of the first two passes, what arc length should be used? Choose the best answer from the options given below.
Good trade practice is a 4:1 ratio when using an extension ladder. From which piece of legislation does the practice originate from?
"This workplace hazard consists of organisms or organic matters produced by these organisms that are harmful to human health." This statement best describes which of the hazards below?
When installing a new valve into an existing piping system you find that the flange bolt holes are threaded UNC. The original line also has tapped bolt holes, but are UNF. The valve installation details requires a nut on the valve flange, the line specification requires a fastener with a nut on both ends. Which of the solutions below would satisfy all of the specifications?
Of the safety concerns with soldering listed below, which would occur the least?
Ambient conditions and temperature of the contents of thermoplastic pipe are directly related to which of the answers below?
You are asked to cut a mark on a 50mm piece of pipe with a 5" grinder. Which of the tools below would be the best to secure the pipe for cutting?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
"A measure of a material's ability to undergo significant plastic deformation before rupture." This statement is the best description of which of the following terms?
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.
(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?
(wf)There is a great variety of ______ . This encompasses any flaw that compromises the acceptable standard for a weld. Choose the best answer to fill in the blanks from the ones provided below.
Orthographic and isometric directional arrows have few similarities. From the options provided below, choose the best answer that represents one of those similarities.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
(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?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Main stop valve" variation?
The orientation of a horizontal line is commonly referred to as _______ to the horizon. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below to fill in the blank.
"Has a female socket in which pipe is fitted. Fillet welding is done from outside on the pipe." This is the best description of which fitting?
In vertical runs of piping (risers) at each floor level there should be a support. The type of hardware used by mechanical building trades for supporting pipe would be which of the following?
It is a good trade practice to transport gas cylinders secured and upright. From which act below did this practice come from?
"When two or more substances are combined and each retain their own chemical identity." Choose the term below that best reflects this statement.
(se)While welding, what is the result of leangthening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(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 3.4%-10.8%in air.
(v) Individual types of valve have certain characteristics. Which of the valves below, when partially opened, would suffer from wire-drawing of the disc and seat?
In the picture below, what type of joining system is being used? Use the best answer from the ones provided below.
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
The categories of workplace hazards have been broken down to _____ main areas. Using the answers below fill in the blank.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld gate valve?
(ofc)Oxygen should have a purity of 99.5% or higher for oxy-fuel cutting. The cutting speed will be an estimated ¾ of normal and the expenditure in cutting oxygen will increase approximately ¼ of normal for each _______ drop in purity percentage form optimum. Use the answers provided to select the best one to fill in the blank.
"The steps in preparing this type of fusion weld and a steel weld are very similar." Which of the answers below best fits this description?
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
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.
(se)The connections used for welding cables must be tight. If an undersized lug is used, which of the following might occur with a high current load? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
Compression type fittings for copper tube are generally made from which of the following materials?
(ofc)Which of the following gases has the hottest burning neutral flame? Choose the best answer from those below.
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "C"?
(ws) Radiant energy released by a welding arc is far stronger than that of the sun, or other sources. Exposed skin will take a smaller amount of time to reach the same severity of burn with the sun, which of the answers below corresponds to that accelerated time?
(ofe)The most common colour for a oxygen gas hose in an oxyacetylene set up is which of the below?
A common 30/70 soft solder contains what percentage of which elements in it's alloy?
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 welder has set up a temporary fab area in a c-can. He has put 2 portable fans, one in the front and one in the back, in the c-can for ventilation. Based on the information provided, which type of ventilation is he using? Use the terms provided to choose the best answer.
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.
There are 4 principal parts to the head of a hammer. Of these 4 parts, there are only two that are opposite of each other, what are they called? Of the answers below, choose the one that best applies.
Generally, plastic compression fittings come in how many types? Choose from the answers below.
Of the answers below choose the best answer that reflects style of press that has the highest capacity.
The purpose of this step is to provide a prepped surface for the solvent cement by beginning the chemical reaction that softens PVC. Of the options below, choose the best answer.
(ofe)Of the flame types for the oxyacetylene torch, which of them burns the hottest at the tip of the cone? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
There a a number of steps in the proper fabrication of a Bell-end joint. Choose the answer below that reflects that number the best.
Of the selection of units below, which would be best used to describe pressure?
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.
(se)If you wanted a wider bead accompanied with less penetration, which of the following techniques would be best suited for the task? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld gate valve?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of air at STP in metric measurement.
When using a portable fire extinguisher to fight a fire, why is it important to aim at the base of the fire?
What tool is in the picture below?
"Two heating irons are used in this particular type of fusion welding." This best describes which of the following answers?
Which of the following types of copper requires a bending device?
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 "B" in the picture provided?
(wf)Almost all electrode rods are kept in a container to protect them from the elements. Which of the following weld defects would this be the best form of protection from?
(se)"The electrical force that retains the arc while the welding work is being done." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
Weld fittings are available in two varieties, one of these is:
Of the options listed below, one is not an advantage of ERS over conventional soldering. Choose which one.
(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.
Which of the layout tools below would be the most accurate in transferring measurements? Choose from the following tools.
What type of iron from the selections below contains the highest carbon content?
(wf)"This type of weld deviance is any defect that cause the weld metal, parent metal, or work piece to be out of specification or tolerance. These issues are mainly caused by improper set up or distortion." This statement best describes which of the following classes of weld defects
A pressure of 379 kPa is showing on your absolute pressure gauge. Your journeyman needs that in converted to psig. Which of the answers below best reflects the number that you will give them?
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
(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 2.3%-9.5% in air.
The engineer has asked you to verify the base for setting a tank on, the area required will be a minimum of 10 meters. Which of the answers below best represents the minimum radius required to set the tank?
(se)The distance from the molten pool of the weld to the end of the electrodes core wire is called the arc length. A distance that is ________ of the diameter of the electrodes core wire is considered normal. Choose from the following options the best answer to fill the blank.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "H" in the picture provided?
Convert 0.41278 to a fraction. Choose the best answer from below.