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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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(se)The melting of the electrode and/or the base metal comes from the strength of the electrical current passing through them. Of the answers below, which term best describes the strength of the current?
(ofe)Of the answers below, which is the best oxyacetylene term for the explosive condition that occurs upstream the mixer and can include all of the components in the outfit including the regulator.
A square groove double weld commonly has a maximum material thickness of ________. Use the best answer below to fill in the blank.
(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?
"The term for the dimensioning instrument that is used for notation and commonly at a 45° angled straight line." Which of the terms below best represents this statement?
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?
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 the eyeball to blister?
The height of a free standing or rolling scaffold is restricted to no more than 3 times the smallest base dimension. This guideline comes from which of the acts below?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "C" in the picture provided.
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a ring joint flange?
To cut a piece of thin wall tubing with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
If you were to completely show a workpiece in an orthographic projection, how many views would be required as a minimum? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "A".
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
(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 there are various dimensions noted. From the information in the provided picture, select the best answer to describe the method of dimensioning.
(wf)Lack of fusion, oxidation and lack of penetration are all included in which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from those provided below
Convert 4.81' to the nearest ¹⁄₁₆ of an inch. Choose the best answer from the ones below
Of the three common forged steel fitting classifications, class 4500 is considered:
(se)"This term is describing a welding machine that has a flat, or close to it, volt-amp curve. It is well suited for GMAW and SAW welding." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
A water holding tank has a base of 25.67 m² and a height of 10 m, what is the force acting on the base of the tank? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
At the end of the month you have received 4 cheques. $1056, $2907, $4567, and $2957 were the totals, how much did you earn this month? Choose the best answers from the ones provided below.
"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?
There are a number of lines on the edge of any rule. Which of the terms below best corresponds to these lines?
You are asked to draw an unbroken horizontal line. Which of the drawing tools below would be the best choice for this task?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded gate valve?
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?
(ofe)Welding torches and cutting torches are similar in most respects. Of the options below, choose the best answer that represents a similarity.
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?
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.
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure at an altitude of 3000 feet above sea level?
(papg) Assessing the surface area of any cylinder involves several calculations. Which of the answers below is determined by the formula "πr²"?
(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 skin to burn due to an elevated temperature of the exposed area?
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
(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 cataracts with long term exposure?
"Is a mechanical seal which fills the space between two or more mating surfaces, generally to prevent leakage from or into the joined objects while under compression." This is the best definition of which fitting?
What is the name of the grinder pictured below?
Which of the states of matter can be defined as having defined mass, volume and shape? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
In the WHMIS system, "Corrosive materials" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
What is the name of the ginder pictured 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.
Complete this equation. 5⅘ x 2⅜ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.
Which of the following types of copper requires a bending device?
After the second tack is in place, what is the tool most commonly used to maintain the gap?
Of the safety concerns with soldering listed below, which would occur the least?
To avoid electrical shock there are several steps that can be taken. Of the answers below, choose the one that does not apply.
(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 both layers of skin and may also affect other tissue, such as sweat glands?
To cut a piece of structural steel with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
Of the list below, choose the answer that has one advantage (first) and one disadvantage (second) of copper tubing over steel or iron pipe.
These multi-purpose portable fire extinguishers are light, commonly red, and have a short nozzle or a narrow length of hose. Choose from the answers below the one that best applies.
What is the name of the cutter pictured below?
If a hose connection were to break during the pressuring of a hydrostatic test, which of the following pieces of equipment would prevent it from lashing around?
"_________ is an injury caused by freezing of the skin and underlying tissues. First your skin becomes very cold and red, then numb, hard and pale." Use the answers provided to fill in the blank.
(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.
(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.
When dealing with welding gases and fumes, it is a good practice to limit your exposure to them. The first option to reduce exposure to these fumes and gases is to weld in which of the following locations?
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "H" in the picture provided?
(v) There is a wide variety of valve styles used in industry today. Which of the valves below would be considered a quarter-turn valve?
(ofe)Of the gases below, choose the best one that supports combustion, but is non-flammable on it own.
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for length?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded ball valve?
(ofe)The proper procedure for setting up an oxyacetylene outfit takes an number of steps. Of the answers below, choose the one that represents these number of steps.
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?
"This gasket material is generally used in low pressure, low temperature applications." Which of the materials below best fits this description?
Which butt weld fitting wall thickness has the smallest number of fitting sizes?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 45° elbow?
Of the benders below, which will allow kinking in soft tubing?
A cold water piping system does not exceed 3000 psi @ 100 degrees F. What weight of pipe is required with class 3000 forged steel fitting?
The tools pictured below represent which type of pliers?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
The plug disc valve is a variation of which main category of valve?
(ofc)There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "C".
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
(mse)"Loads that change in either size, position or direction, are considered to be________ loads." This statement best describes which of the terms provided?
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "C".
"A deterioration of a metal by both mechanical means and chemical means over a period of time." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a tongue and groove flange?
In the WHIMIS system, the workplace labels must display 3 pieces of information. Of the answers provided, choose the one that is not needed.
What tool is in the picture below?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #6 is best represented by which answer below?
(bs)"This is the term used for the metal or steel that you are actually welding on." The term best described by this statement is which of the following?
A forged fitting threaded type with a classification of 3000 would have which schedule number of the following?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
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.
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.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded tee elbow?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
"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?
(ofe)The ________ is produced when slightly greater volume of oxygen is mixed with a smaller volume of acetylene. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
The 3 classes of fittings for a forged steel piping system come in 3 classes. Of the list below, select the 3 that apply.
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.
When installing an instrument air piping system in a textile plant, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
If you subtract the TE from the T when fitting a threaded joint, the remainder will represent which of these terms?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
What tool is pictured below?