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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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Type "M" copper tubing has what colour identification strip?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "E"?
"A metallic substance composed of two or more elements, as either a compound or a solution." This statement is the best description of which of the following terms?
(papg) When calculating the area of a shape, you would use the terms "length" and "width". Which of the terms below represents the "width" of a 90° triangle?
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
The plug disc valve is a variation of which main category of valve?
A fitting that has a classification of 2000 would be what kind of fitting?
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.
(es) The human body has some integral resistance to electrical contact. Which of the answers below would have the largest resistance to an electrical voltage?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "F" in the picture provided?
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?
To cut a piece of copper tube with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
(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 no sensation as it travels through the body?
(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.
Fluxes in soldering are also known by another term, choose the best term that would be used in place of "fluxes".
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.
(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?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
Which of the states of matter can be defined as having a defined mass, and volume, but no defined shape? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
There a specific vocabulary when describing the areas of a fillet weld. Which of these terms is represented by "J" in the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the one that the black arrow is pointing to in the picture shown?
(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.
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?
(bs)"This alloy is the combination of copper and tin." Which of the metals below is best described by this statement?
Calculate the mass of 6.25 ft³ of gold that weighs 3579 lb/ft³. 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 using a "Robertson" screwdriver, which of the screwdrivers below would you be using?
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 is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluids pressure is proportional to ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
The orientation of a vertical line is commonly referred to as _______ to the horizon. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below to fill in the blank.
(ws) Welding and Oxy-fuel cutting have some specialized safety equipment. Which of the answers below would be the minimum recommended filter plate for medium amperage GTAW welding?
What tool is in the picture below?
(se)What is the name of the welding accessory pictured below? Use the answers provided to choose the best one.
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?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #1 is best represented by which answer below?
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When tightening a wide variety of bolts in one place, which of the wrenches below would best be suited for the job?
(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.
What tool is in the picture below?
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.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #5 is best represented by which answer below?
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?
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?
(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 that is 5.3%-14% in air.
Copper tube DWV fittings can be used on copper pressure piping systems
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "A" in the picture provided.
Your journeyman has asked you to torque a 4" #150 flange to 50 ft/lbs. This represents 30% of the total torque, which of the answers below best represents the full torque value?
(wf)The specific requirements of fabrication must include any of the the welding processes. Chemical and mechanical factors are taken into account in every facet of that fabrication. Any deviation from these requirements would be considered a defect." This statement best describes which of the following weld defects?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #2 is best represented by which answer below?
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When trying to hold a tube to prevent it from spinning, which of the tools below would be the best choice?
What is the name of the reamer pictured below?
(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 sensation of a mild shock as it travels through the body?
"The temperature at which a metal changes state from solid to liquid at atmospheric pressure." Is the best description for which of the terms below?
What tool is in the picture below?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "B".
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
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
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the answer from the ones provided that best describes the orientation of the numerical dimensions.
It is a good trade practice to transport gas cylinders secured and upright. From which act below did this practice come from?
Each substance has it's own rates of expansion and contraction, using the table below find the substance with the greatest amount of expansion per °C. Choose the best answer from those provided below
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
With the options below complete the following sentence. "Rules governing the fabrication of power boilers is found in ASME ________"
"While dimensioning drawings, there is one of the following activities that you must avoid doing." Which of the following actions when dimensioning a drawing must be avoided? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below
(papg) There are several steps to determining the area of a circle. Which of the answers below would you square to calculate the area of a circle?
(ofc)Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
What is the pressure exerted by 1 ft² of water? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(wf)"Foreign materials trapped in the weld metal at continuous or randomly spaced intervals." This statement best describes which of the defects below?
(ofc)There are two basic techniques to pierce a hole in plate steel. Choose the one that best applies from the answers below.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
What tool is in the picture below?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld 45° elbow?
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
"When looking at this type of drawing, the views most commonly seen are right side, top and front." Which of the terms below is best described by this statement?
(se)On a brand new joint, when welding the last pass, what arc length should be used? Choose the best answer from the options given below.
"Heat number" is a designation that can be replaced by which term?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #6 is best represented by which answer below?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "B" 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 "D" in the picture provided?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of air, in imperial measurement, at STP.
Section 315(1), (2) and (3) covering guardrails can be found in which piece of legislation below?
Typical hanger spacing for 19 mm copper pipe is 2.4 m. Using that information, how many hangers are needed on a 8 m horizontal run?
Before entering a container to work, your Journeyman asks for a gas test to be done. The foreman agrees and puts the sniffer close to the floor of the container. Of the following answers, which gas would he be testing for?
(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, loss of voluntary muscle control and difficulty breathing, as it travels through the body?
The markings required on a butt weld fitting does not include which of the following?
The 3 key elements of the WHIMIS system are, worker education, labels and ________. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 90° elbow?
When breaking down an element, smallest unit into which it can be divided and still retain its characteristic properties is best describes by which of the terms below?
The coolest place possible should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
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.
Weld fittings are available in two configurations, one of these is:
What tool is pictured below?
Of the list below, the two most commonly used pressure ratings on fittings are Class 125 and 250.
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?
Blueprints are assebled into groups for ease of accessing the information quickly. In the commercial or industrial ares of work, there are commonly ________ divisions of these blueprints. Choose from the answers below to best fill in the blank.
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a raised face flange?
A piping system that is being designed to carry a petroleum product at 16 psig and 350F would be covered under which code(s)?
To properly prepare a joint to be welded, how many steps should be used to get the joint tacked?