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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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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."
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "C".
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Capillary action" signify?
Socket weld fittings most commonly come in sizes ranging from _____ to _____.
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?
What tool is in the picture below?
One of the following is not a disadvantage of a plug valve. Choose from the options below.
Fill the blanks with the answers provided. "These two valves, _______ and ________ are usually used together in a line. The flow of fluid through the line finds little friction from either one."
(v) Some valves can be used for throttling services. Which of the valves below would have a tendency to have cavitation as a result of throttling a process?
A common 30/70 soft solder contains what percentage of which elements in it's alloy?
(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?
(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 down at ³⁄₁₆"/ft?
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.
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the answer from the ones provided that best describes the method of dimensioning.
"The process of shaping metal and increasing its strength by hammering or pressing." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
A fuel gas piping system does not exceed 2795 psi @ 100 degrees F. What class of forged steel fitting in conjunction with XS piping should be used
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
(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 exposed skin to burn?
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.
(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 thermal cutting blades.
Water distribution systems made from PE piping have a maximum operating temperature. What is that temperature? Choose from the options below.
"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 are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
(ofe)On the jobsite you have to cut 200 mm plate, and have to heat a large hoarding from the same supply. Of the gases below, choose the gas that would best fill both of these requirements.
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the black portion that the arrow is pointing at in picture provided?
"The temperature of a metal, below which the substance is entirely solid." The best term to fit this description from the group below is?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld ball valve?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "F" in the picture provided?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded tee elbow?
Of the clothes to wear while cutting, welding or grinding, choose from the answers below the best material to have.
(ofc)Of the following answers, which is the best one for the torch pictured below?
What tool is in the picture below?
Concrete anchors have two broad categories. Of the choices below, select the ones that apply.
What type of wrench is pictured below?
What type of bar is pictured 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.
Which form of corrosion(s) is aided by an increase in temperature? Choose the best answer from the options below.
"Generally concrete screws are fasteners considered _________ and have applications with _______ loads." Choose from the answers below to fill in the blanks.
Which of the piping systems below would Bell-end type joints primarily be used in?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a ring joint flange?
A natural gas boiler has an output rating of 43500 Btu and is 67% efficient. Which of the answers below best represents it's input rating?
(se)"Metal deposition rate is the weight of material deposited by arc welding in a unit of time. For this rate to increase, which of the options below would be best suited?
"The ability of a body to resist a distorting influence and to return to its original size and shape when that influence or force is removed." This is the best definition of which of the terms 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.
(ofe)When dealing with acetylene cylinders, generally you will encounter two types of valves. Which of the sets of valves below would you see?
"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?
To supply a gas test with high pressure, dry gas, which of the following would be best to use?
"This term is used for lines that intersect at a right angle." Of the terms provided choose the best one to fit this statement
What type of punch is pictured below?
(se)If a welding machine is left on, but no work is being done with it, what type of voltage is at the output terminals? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view butt weld tee?
From the following options, choose the most popular pressure testing method.
"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?
Orthographic and isometric directional arrows have few similarities. From the options provided below, choose the best answer that represents one of those similarities.
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?
(papg) Assessing the surface area of any cylinder involves several calculations. Which of the answers below is determined by the formula "πdh"?
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.
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.
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 "C" in the picture provided?
(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?
What formula would be correct when attempting to calculate the fitting allowance of a threaded 90 degree elbow?
You have just installed a small vessel on site, the height is 29' and the base has a 9' diameter. What is the force exerted on the pad that it sits on when completely full of water? choose the best answer from those provided below.
When installing an instrument air piping system in a textile plant, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
(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.
(ofc)There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "F".
When suspending stationary non-insulated pipe line, it is recommended to use which of the supports below?
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?
If the welding apprentices tacked 4 welds in an hour, how many welds would be tacked by 3 apprentices in a 37.5 hour work week? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
(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 2%?
(papg) When calculating the "Grade" of a slope, there are several terms that are used. Which of the terms below is best defined as the difference in elevation between two ends of a sloped pipe?
(v) Some valves can be used for throttling services. Which of the valves below would be restricted in a throttling service to a minimum of 30° and a maximum of 80° of the disc opening?
Of the answers below choose the best answer that reflects style of press that has the highest capacity.
(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 the eyeball to blister?
Of the answers below, which best reflects the name of the drill pictured?
Which of the valve styles below best fits the following statement "This variation of globe valve can be used where minimum pressure loss is required. They can also be rod through to remove debris upstream of the valve. "
(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 relationship between the distance around and the full distance across a circle?
Under the Workers compensation act, are apprentices and learners entitled to compensation?
(se)Why are work lead clamps integral to the welding process? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
(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
(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?
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.
The plug disc valve is a variation of which main category of valve?
(se)Welding power sources that are AC-DC rectifier type have several advantages to them, which of the answers below is not one of them? Select the best answer from the options provided.
Which type of flange is machines with a flat face to help facilitate frequent cleaning or inspection?
(mse)"A load that is relatively constant for an extended time, is considered to be a ________ load." This statement best describes which of the answers below?
The coolest place possible should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
With regard to fitting a threaded joint, the length of the threads that is engaged inside the fitting is called by which of these terms?
What tool is in the picture below?
When fusion welding a butt joint, what is the suggested size of the root opening? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
What tool is in the picture below?
Copper tube pressure fittings can be used on copper tube DWV piping systems.
Burns have a classification by degree. If you have a surface burn, it would be considered which of the following?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "C" in the picture provided.
There are some good trade practices when using a hammer. Of the practices below, which is not one of them?
(mse)The weld puddle does not use up the electrode in which of the following weld processes? Choose the best answer from the ones provided.
(wf)Dimensional defects would include all of the following defects except one. Of the answers below choose the one that is not a dimensional defect.
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "A".
(papg) When calculating the "Grade" of a slope, there are several terms that are used. Which of the terms below is best defined as the difference in distance between two ends of a sloped pipe?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 45° elbow?