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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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Which of the following supports are used to support pipe lines with light loads that are subjected to up to 32mm vertical thermal movements?
Of the clothes to wear while cutting, welding or grinding, choose from the answers below the best material to have.
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
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?
(ofe)When using your oxyacetylene torch, if your gas speed is lower that the speed of flame propagation, what will the outcome be?
A dielectric union would be placed into lines to prevent which condition?
(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.
Globe valves have a distinct disadvantage when compared to a gate valve. From the answers below select the best one.
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.
There a specific vocabulary when describing the areas of a fillet weld. Which of these terms is represented by "B" in the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
What formula would be correct when attempting to calculate the fitting allowance of a threaded 90 degree 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.
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Insulated service valve" variation?
What tool is pictured below?
Of the selection of units below, which would be best used to describe force?
(papg) There are several different methods to calculate the grade of a slope. Which of the methods below would best represent a line to be graded up at 1:46 mm?
What type of bar is pictured below?
The numbers encircled on the north side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "B".
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?
(wf)Which answer below best describes the undesireable situation shown by the three black arrows?
"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.
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "B"?
Of the safety concerns with soldering listed below, which would occur the least?
(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 epidermis resulting in blistering?
What type of iron from the selections below contains the highest carbon content?
(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.
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
The code that covers external piping for boilers that create steam or vapour at 15 psig or more, and water at a pressures in excess of 160 psig and/or a temperature in excess of 250F is which of the following?
To avoid electrical shock there are several steps that can be taken. Of the answers below, choose the one that does not apply.
Which type of pipe fitting., of the list below, is not permitted on natural gas piping systems?
What tube would be commonly used in fabricating a radiant heating 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?
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
"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.
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for force?
The references in red along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
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?
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?
Type "K" copper tube has which colour identification strip?
(se)What type of welding circuit is pictured below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
You are working with an isometric drawing that has dimensions in imperial measurements. Your journeyman has asked you to convert several measurements to inches. These measurements include 6', 4.5', 3'7" and 2'4". Choose the best answer below to reflect the total number of inches.
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #5 is best represented by which answer below?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
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.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld ball valve?
Before entering a confined space for the first time or re-entering after a break, it is a good practice to do which of the following?
Of the choices below, there is one valve that would be best suited to a service that requires regular maintenance.
(bs)In oxy-fuel welding, the two terms "forehand" and "backhand" reference the ________ of the torch, or heat source, to the puddle of the weld. Choose the best answer to fill in the blank from the options below.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the black lines outside of the weld in the picture shown?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Gas cock" variation?
(papg) Areas and surface areas can be measured in metric. Which of the answers below would represent the proper time to convert mm into m in a calculation?
"If a worker is injured or has an accident on the jobsite, they must report it as soon as possible to the employer." The act that best encompasses this statement is which of the following?
(ofc)Which of the following gases has the hottest burning neutral flame? Choose the best answer from those below.
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for energy?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Firing valve" variation?
(ofc)There are two basic techniques to pierce a hole in plate steel. Choose the one that best applies from the answers below.
What is the name of the cutter pictured below?
(se)While welding, what is the result of shortening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
"This workplace hazard consists of substances, mixtures and materials that can be classified according to their health risks and dangers." This statement best describes which of the following hazard groups?
In the drawing provided, there is a column at the northwest corner of the entrance. It's location is best represented by which of the following answers 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.
While setting up for a hydrostatic test, it is noted that the maximum output on the pump to be used is 1000 psia. The test hose that is to be used has a pressure rating of 6950 kPaa. From the answers below choose the best course of action.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view butt weld tee?
After initial tensioning, a set of studbolts may have to be re-tensioned after start up. Which of the following terms would best explain the cause of this situation?
(wf)Rapid solidification, low amperage, and incomplete perheat are all included in which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(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.
What tool is in the picture below?
(wf)The best term to describe the portion of the weld between the two black line would be which of the below?
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
Which butt weld fitting wall thickness has the smallest number of fitting sizes?
The isometric below has an abundance of information contained within it. The amount of 4 inch A106-B sch 40 piping that is required for this drawing is best represented by which of the answers 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?
"Provides requirements for design, fabrication, installation and inspection of steam heating, hot water heating, hot water supply boilers, and potable water heaters intended for low pressure service that are directly fired by oil, gas, electricity, coal or other solid or liquid fuels." This is the best description of which of the ASME sections below?
Which parts of an ASPT or NPT are flattened slightly?
Which of the answers below best represents the pressure exerted by a column of water 1' in height and a base of 1 in²?
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.
Section 315(1), (2) and (3) covering guardrails can be found in which piece of legislation below?
(ofc)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.
(papg) Assessing the surface area of any cylinder involves several calculations. Which of the answers below is determined by the formula "πr²"?
A 35 meter piece of copper pipe that the first 10 m section has an operating temperature of 105°C and pressure of 34 kPa/m² until a restriction, then the temperature and pressure both drop by 15 for the remainder of the line. The entire line was originally installed at -25°C, what is the total linear expansion in meters for this line? Choose the best answer from the ones supplied below.
(ofc)Which of the following gases has the highest MJ/m³ rating? Choose the best answer from those provided.
(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?
(wf)After the fillet weld is complete, the inspector says that the weld profile has a bulge to it. Which of the terms below best describes this situation?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded ball valve?
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 "I" in the picture provided?
If you allow swarf to accumulate on the tool you are using, what are the problems that can arise?
What type of wrench is pictured 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.
After the second tack is in place, what is the tool most commonly used to maintain the gap?
(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.
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.
Youare going to dig a well on your land to get water, you have bought a small suction pump that will create a vacuum equal to a column 984 mm Hg. Which answer below best represents the maximum depth that the well can be while using this pump?
Some wheels become loaded with debris, or glazing becomes an issue. Of the answers below, choose the best method to solve these problems.
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 options below, which measuring tool would be best suited to getting exact measurements?
(wf)Defective properties would include all of the following defects except one. Of the answers below choose the one that is not a defective property.
(v) There is a wide variety of valve styles used in industry today. Which of the valves below would be best used to eliminate a reversal of flow in a system?
Which of the following codes applies to high temperature water is generated at pressures exceeding 160 psig and/or temperatures exceeding 250 degrees F?
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.