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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(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.
The coolest place possible should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "D" represent in this formula?
The vents of a hydrotest are not in the open position on all of the high points while filling the system. Which of the following is the likely result of this situation when trying to test the system
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?
(ofe)"These regulators allow a consistent pressure to be fed to the tool being used. This is true despite the change in inlet pressures." Which of the regulators below is best described by this statement?
Downstream of the second stage of the compressor, but upstream of the moisture separator, should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
(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.
The intensity of sound is measured in dBA. In the workplace the suggested dBA level for wearing hearing protection over an 8 hour day would be which of the below?
RTJ gaskets come in two styles. These are which of the following?
(wf)"This type of defect is defined as an interruption of the typical structure of a material typically during the welding process." This statement best defines which of the answers below?
(se)Which of the terms below relates best to how quickly the flow of AC changes direction? Choose the your answer from those provided below.
0.578 oz/in² is equal to which of the answers below? Choose the best answer that applies
(ofe)Regulators commonly have three working parts to them. Which of the parts does the the adjusting screw attach to? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
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?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
(ofe)The safe working pressure of acetylene is 15 psi. As the temperature of the gas increases, this pressure will change. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below to explain what this change will be.
A journeyman is paid 27% more than his apprentice. If the journeyman is earning $43.50, what is the apprentice being paid? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
In the WHMIS system, "Acute poisons" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
When buying a ______ solder, the ______ content is always listed first. Fill in the blanks from the options below.
"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?
"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?
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When trying to bend wires in an extremely tight spot, which of the tools below would be the best choice?
The isometric below has an abundance of information contained within it. The amount of 3 inch A106-B sch 40 piping that is required for this drawing is best represented by which of the answers below?
What tool is in the picture below?
Globe valves have a distinct disadvantage when compared to a gate valve. From the answers below select the best one.
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.
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for pressure?
Which form of corrosion(s) is aided by an increase in temperature? Choose the best answer from the options below.
Socket weld fittings are generally used to join piping that is 50mm(2") or less?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "B" in the picture provided?
Of the valves below, which has a non-directional flow pattern?
The major difference between machined screws and both wood screws and sheet metal screws is which of the following?
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "F".
When comparing STD, XS and XXS wall thicknesses on typical piping, STD piping has:
Using the terms provided, choose the best one that would be described as a substance that cannot be be chemically reduced into simpler components.
(mse)The CSA classification of carbon steel SMAW electrodes is metric. Choose the best answer for what the "E" represents, in the answers below.
One of the constants in an isometric drawing is that all angles recede ________ from the horizontal. Choose the best answer from the ones below to fill in the blank.
Which type of pipe fitting., of the list below, is not permitted on natural gas piping systems?
(wf)Which answer below best describes the undesireable situation shown by the three black arrows?
If the piping isometric that you are working off of has a ¼":1' reduced scale to it, what is the print length of the workpiece if it measures 12' on the bench? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(mse)The protective shield that purges any atmospheric gases that may be harmful to the weld, and the slag that protects the weld metal both are produced from one area in the weld zone. Which of the following ares best describes where these are produced?
(wf)In during a welded joint, the input of heat must be controlled. Which of the issues could result in a weld where the heat input was not controlled well? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(ofe)The most common colour for a fuel gas hose in an oxyacetylene set up is which of the below?
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?
(se)"The deflection of an electric arc from its normal path because of magnetic forces, usually after the current has been moving in the same path of travel for an extended period." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
To cut a piece of structural steel with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
What type of punch is pictured below?
To cut a piece of thin wall tubing with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
(bs)This filler metal is most commonly used with cobalt alloys, and applications that have an extremely high service temperature." This statement describes which of the filler metals below best?
(ofc)There are three commonly used basic systems of controlling the operation of a mechanized oxy-fuel cutter. Which of the answers below is not one of them? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a ring joint flange?
Class 6000 fittings are commonly made from which material?
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.
"A process in which a liquid metal is somehow delivered into a mold." This statement is the best description of which term below?
A lube oil piping header has a slope of 2.5% for a 13500 mm run. What is the total drop of the line in meters? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Calculate the mass of 6.25 ft³ of gold that weighs 3579 lb/ft³. Choose the best answer from the ones provided 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?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Firing valve" variation?
"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?
(ofe)When using your oxyacetylene torch, if your gas speed is lower that the speed of flame propagation, what will the outcome be?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
Of all the valves below, which would have close to the same flow characteristics as a globe pattern straight valve?
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.
Gate valves have many advantages. One of the following is not among of them. Choose which one.
All butt weld fittings must have _____ pieces of information stamped on them.
What tool is in the picture below?
(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?
Which of the answers below best represents the pressure exerted by a column of water 1' in height and a base of 1 in²?
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld globe valve?
(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?
The lowest temperature a metal is completely molten is called which of the soldering terms 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.
What tool is in the picture below?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "F" in the picture provided?
This chisel has a cutting edge that is typically 60°,but can be reduced to 40° or increased to 90°. The chisel that best suits this description is which of the below?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
Of the options below, which one relies on the memory of the plastic tube to contract to its original size after the fitting is inserted?
(mse)"This type of mechanical property also is known by the term "Elastic limit." This statement best describes which of the properties below?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
A worker is grinding 6m away from another worker refueling a diesel welder. Is there any workplace infraction occurring in this situation? Choose the best answer below for answering this.
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Main stop valve" variation?
A forged fitting threaded type with a classification of 3000 would have which schedule number of the following?
There are three elements that are required to start a fire, this is called the "Fire triangle". Fuel and heat of ignition form two sides of this triangle. Of the answers below, choose the one that best fits on the third side.
Every hacksaw blade has a "set". This particular "set" has the teeth in a wavy design running from left to right. . Of the answers below, choose the best "set" to match this description.
Lines that are not perpendicular nor are parallel to a vertex are called which term? Choose the best one that applies from the options below.
Of the material types below, which one only is available in class 150 and 300 fittings?
(papg) Assessing the surface area of any cylinder involves several calculations. Which of the answers below is determined by the formula "Ļ€dh"?
These manufacturer installed items must be removed before the piping is put into operation, but not before the Variable Spring Hanger is installed and fully loaded. Of the selections below, which items best fits this description?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a flat faced flange?
Calculate the volume of 2.3 lb/ft³ of aluminium that weighs 1479 lbs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
(papg) Areas and surface areas can be measured in both square inches and square feet. Which of the answers below would allow you to convert ft² from in²?
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?
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
"This term is used to describe an action that means to divide something into two equal sections." The term best described by this statement is which of the following?
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.