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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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The markings required on a butt weld fitting does not include which of the following?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the answer from the ones provided that best describes the method of dimensioning.
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?
Which of the below would be the best fitting to prevent damage from a pressure surge to a gauge on a hydrostatic test?
What tool is in the picture below?
In every piping system, a specific fitting should be installed for control of flow and pressure. Of the choices below, which fitting(s) would best apply?
Of the answers below choose the best answer that reflects style of press that has the highest capacity.
(se)All electrode holders have a rating. Choose from the answers below and select the one that best describes this rating.
Which of the following situations would a scribe be the best layout tool of choice? Use the following situations for your answer.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld ball valve?
(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?
(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?
(ofe)The most common type of gauge that is found on a regulator is a bourdon type. Choose from the situations below the best way not to have these gauges damaged when opening a cylinder.
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?
(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.
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Capillary action" signify?
What tool is in the picture 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 pain, with the loss of voluntary muscle control, as it travels through the body?
Of the selection of units below, which would be best used to describe pressure?
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.
A fitting that has a classification of 2000 would be what kind of fitting?
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.
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 "B" in the picture provided?
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.
"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.
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When using a "Robertson" screwdriver, which of the screwdrivers below would you be using?
"During the creation of this style of groove, the steel of the pipe is cold formed while it is displaced inward." Of the answers below, choose the one best described by this statement.
Your isometric calls for a weld neck, raised face, 900 PSI rating, flange. Is this the correct flange to use?
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for a small volume?
"A substance that undergoes a ___________, there is a release or absorption of energy as a new substance is formed." Choose from the options below to best fill in the blank in this statement.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "E" in the picture provided?
You are ordering stud bolts to fasten two flanges together. What thread classification would you order of the following classifications?
If you subtract the TE from the T when fitting a threaded joint, the remainder will represent which of these terms?
(bs)"This term is a combination of metals or of a metal and another element." Which of the following terms is best described by this statement?
(ofc)During the oxy-fuel cutting process, iron oxidizes. Of the terms below, which one best describes the resulting lines on the surface of the cut from this process?
"The reaction caused by contact between metals and oxygen molecules." Is the best definition of which of the terms below?
What type of bar is pictured below?
It is a good trade practice to transport gas cylinders secured and upright. From which act below did this practice come from?
At the warehouse, they have received an exchanger. You look at the waybill, and see that it was discounted 3 separate times for 15%, 12% and 6% each. If the original price was $45,692, which of the answers below best represents the final purchase price?
Which answer below best represents the type of cutting machine in the picture provided?
(wf)Slow travel speed, weak amperage and improper electrode angle are all included in which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
The engineer has asked you to verify the base for setting a tank on, the area required will be a minimum of 10 meters. Which of the answers below best represents the minimum radius required to set the tank?
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 is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
Calculate the volume of 5 kg/m³ of nitrogen that weighs 2694 kgs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
(wf)Which answer below best describes the undesireable situation shown by the three black arrows?
"Before heating, the plastic pipe and fittings can be assembled." This statement best describes which of the following?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
Which of the layout tools below would be the most accurate in transferring measurements? Choose from the following tools.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
The volume of all solids and liquids changes as the temperature of the substance rises and falls. Choose the best answer that represents the change in volume when water transforms to ice.
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.
(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 largest range of flammability.
(ofc)There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "B".
The fraction ⅜ is equal to which of the fractions below? Choose the best answer from the ones provided.
Which of the answers below best represents the pressure exerted by a column of water 1' in height and a base of 1 in²?
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?
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
"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?
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?
"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?
"It is a method of drawing which you can represent your shapes into three- dimensional view. An angle of 30 degree is taken in all its sides in order to give a 3d look." This statement best describes which of the following drawing methods?
(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?
This type of layout tool consists of two parts, a "Beam" and a "Blade". Which of the following tools best fits this description?
(se)Why are work lead clamps integral to the welding process? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
(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?
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "P" represent in this formula?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Corporation stop valve" variation?
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 type of gauge that is most commonly used in pressure testing would be one that has a ________ date stamped or labeled on it for easy recorded by QA/QC.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
What tool is pictured below?
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Bore" signify?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
"This tooth count hacksaw blade is generally recommended for most uses". Which of the following blades fit that description?
"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?
(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
What type of wrench is pictured 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?
Good trade practice is a 4:1 ratio when using an extension ladder. From which piece of legislation does the practice originate from?
Type "M" copper tubing has what colour identification strip?
(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 valves below, which has a non-directional flow pattern?
Type "K" copper tube has which colour identification strip?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "A" in the picture provided.
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.
When comparing STD, XS and XXS wall thicknesses on typical piping, XXS piping has:
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "A" in the picture provided?
What tool is in the picture 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 "D" in the picture provided?
"These drawing tools as commonly used with a T-square to produce vertical and angled lines." Of the tools below, which is best described by this statement?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #4 is best represented by which answer below?
Upstream of the aftercooler and downstream of the air intake should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
"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?
(papg) Determining the surface area of any box involves several calculations. Which of the answers below best describes the number of sides that are involved in determining the surface area of a fully enclosed box?
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.
(ofe)In oxy-fuel equipment, if the supply pressure gas is allowed to leak into the low pressure side of a regulator, this can cause problems with gauges, relief valves and operation of tools. Which of the answers below best describes this condition?
(ofe)The chemical symbol C₂H₂ best represents which of the following compounds?
Socket weld fittings are generally used to join piping that is 50mm(2") or less?
What tool is in the picture below?