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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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Ambient conditions and temperature of the contents of thermoplastic pipe are directly related to which of the answers below?
What tool is pictured below?
Of the answers provided, choose the thermoplastic that is used for laboratory DWV, and has similar characteristics to PP.
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for mass?
(ofe)Acetylene gas reacts explosively with some metals, so only certain metals may be used in piping the gas or repairing hose. Of the answers below, one is not an approved metal to be used in transporting acetylene gas. Choose the one that best applies.
"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?
(bs)"The act or procedure of liquefying or melting by the application of heat, any two materials to combine them." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
Materials used for bolts and studs have been grouped into ______ by ASME. Use the options below to fill in the blank.
(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 outer layer of skin and the next layer, the dermis?
What tool is in the picture below?
Two pieces of eye protection should be used together when grinding or chipping. Choose the best answer from the selection below.
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
When "WPB" is stamped on a butt weld fitting, that designates which of the below?
What tool is in the picture 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?
(bs)Of the alloys below, which is the alloy of copper and zinc?
(ofc)Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
Your crew has just finished setting an enclosed vessel that had a 15 m diameter, a height of 23 m. The insulator foreman has asked you to verify his requirements of insulating the shell of the vessel. Choose the best answer from the ones below that represents the amount of insulation required.
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.
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?
Every hacksaw blade has a "set". This particular "set" has every third tooth straight, while the two before it are bent slightly to the side opposite of each other. Of the answers below, choose the best "set" to match this description.
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
Typical hanger spacing for 50 mm cast iron pipe is 3.0 m. Using that information, how many hangers are needed on a 13 m horizontal run?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of water in metric measurement.
In the WHMIS system, "Flammable and combustible material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When trying to tighten a lock nut, which of the tools below would be the best choice?
(ofe)When the work that is being performed is not dependent on the pressure delivered from the cylinder being used, which style of regulator would most commonly used?
"Machined from a single piece of metal that is cut to match the pipe size, fit between two pipe flanges and requires an additional gasket when it is installed. Also, the bolts will need to be lengthened depending on what piping class and size of the fitting is used." This is the best description of which fitting?
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 is the name of the reamer pictured below?
CSA approved head, eye, and foot protection is required for all workers. This is best legislated by which of the following acts?
"The reaction caused by contact between metals and oxygen molecules." Is the best definition of which of the terms below?
This type of soldering uses temperatures below 450C or 840F:
(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 of 3.4%-10.8%in air.
(papg) Assessing the surface area of any cylinder involves several calculations. Which of the answers below is determined by the formula "2πr²"?
(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?
Which of the following supports are used to support pipe lines with light loads that are subjected to up to 32mm vertical thermal movements?
"This layout tool consists of a calibrated protractor, X-shaped frame, and a triple jointed marking arm and holder. This allows for marking of steel or pipe." Of the answers below, choose the one is best defined by this statement.
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."
Which of the following types of copper requires a bending device?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
"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.
(ofe)A neutral flame would be best suited to which of the following applications?
The code that covers the piping standards to be used for cryogenic fluids would be which of the following?
Which type of pipe fitting., of the list below, is not permitted on natural gas piping systems?
"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?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Pilot valve" variation?
The tools pictured below represent which type of pliers?
"The process of shaping metal and increasing its strength by hammering or pressing." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
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?
Upstream of the low pressure stage and downstream of the high pressure stage of the two stage compressor, should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
(ofc)Which of the following gases has the hottest burning neutral flame? Choose the best answer from those below.
Loss of head for a valve or fitting has an equivalent in a length of the same size pipe. Which valve, a gate or an angle globe (both fully open), would have the highest losses?
(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?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 45° elbow?
(ws) Welding and Oxy-fuel cutting have some specialized safety equipment. Which of the answers below would be the minimum recommended filter plate for low amperage PAC welding?
(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?
If you needed to place new threads on the inside of a fitting, which of these tools would be best?
(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?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #6 is best represented by which answer below?
To properly prepare a joint to be welded, how many steps should be used to get the joint tacked?
One of the following is not a disadvantage of a plug valve. Choose from the options below.
"When used in conjunction with similarly threaded nuts, These externally threaded devices are used to create a joining of two or more components." This is the best description of which of the items below?
(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.
What type of wrench is pictured below?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #4 is best represented by which answer below?
(wf)While welding, water and other liquids get caught up in the weld. These produces voids of gas when the weld cools. Which of the terms below best describes these voids?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "I" in the picture provided?
A small system has been filled and is ready to pressure up. Which of the pumps below would be the best to use for this test?
(mse)The slag from the welding process has several important functions. Of the answers below choose the best one that does not apply.
When buying a ______ solder, the ______ content is always listed first. Fill in the blanks from the options 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 no sensation as it travels through the body?
What type of bar is pictured below?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
A lube oil piping header has a slope of ¹⁄₁₆ every 9 inches. In a 27' run, what is the total drop of the line? Choose the best answer from the ones 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?
Every hacksaw blade has a "set". This particular "set" has every tooth bent slightly to the side and in the opposite direction of the one in front of it. Of the answers below, choose the best "set" to match this description.
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.
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the tolerance dimension.
"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 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.
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that the ________ of a fluid has no effect on pressure." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
(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 type of wrench is pictured below?
What tool is in the picture below?
"This layout tool has one chamfered edge usually. The dual purpose tool can check the material surface to assure flatness, and mark a straight line on a surface." This statement best describes which of the following tools?
(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.
A typical file generally has one of four basic cuts. Which of the below is not one of those cuts?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "G" in the picture provided?
"These types of pumps come in a reciprocating and rotary style." This best describes which of the answers below?
(se)Which of the terms below best relates to a material or substance that resists the flow of electrical current? Choose your answer from those provided below.
The coolest place possible should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded gate valve?
(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%?
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 many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "C".
(ofc)There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "B".
In the WHIMIS system, the workplace labels must display 3 pieces of information. Of the answers provided, choose the one that is not needed.
There are several disadvantages with conventional dimensioning. In the grouping of answers below, one is not a disadvantage of this style of dimensioning. Choose the best answer that applies.