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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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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?
An extraction hood attached to a system of flexible ductwork would be an example of which of the answers below? Use the options below to choose the best answer.
What type of punch is pictured below?
______ type compression joints are also commonly referred to as ______ as well as sleeveless type.
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Curb stop valve" variation?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this 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 soldered or compression fitting is _______ than a flared fitting.
What tool is in the picture below?
15.5 meters of line is supposed to be graded at 1:13, which of the answers below best satisfies this grade?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Globe valves have a distinct disadvantage when compared to a gate valve. From the answers below select the best one.
(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.
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 "E" in the picture provided?
To properly prepare a joint to be welded, how many steps should be used to get the joint tacked?
Before working on a task, you notice that a trench with vertical rebar ends is directly under the work location. Harnesses and anchor points are provided at the task location by the employer, which you are instructed to use. The piece of legislation that best covers the action of the employer is which of the below?
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When trying rotate a 2" length of pipe, which of the tools below would be the best choice?
Ozone, carbon monoxide, hydrogen chloride and phosgene are all gases that can be created by different types of welding. Of the answers below, choose the best one that they all have in common.
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?
The pressure of the hydraulic torque might warp the flange before the stubot has reached the desired length. From the options bellow, what is the best solution to alleviate this issue?
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "A".
When faced with vertical movements typically in excess of 13mm, or where no residual stresses are to be transferred to the pipe, which of the supports below would be the best to install?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluids pressure is proportional to ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
(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?
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 welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the black portion that the arrow is pointing at in picture provided?
In the WHMIS system, "Dangerously reactive material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(se)When the current flow meets resistance in a conductor, that energy is turned into what form? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Which of the valves below best fits the description of this statement? "This type of valve has two ports to it. One inlet and one outlet, and relies on pressure on the inlet side to work properly."
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "B" in the picture provided?
(ofc)At what point, when cutting with oxy-fuel, should the cutting oxygen slowly be introduced?
There are several sizes of portable hand drills. How are they rated? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
Calculate the density of 4 ft³ of copper that weighs 367 lbs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
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?
(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?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of water in imperial measurement.
"Grinding on the workpiece resting on this attachment prevents sudden slips in which the wheel grabs the work momentarily and yanks it out of the operator's hand, or pulls the hand toward the wheel." This is the best description of which attachment to a bench grinder? Choose from the answers below.
If you needed to place new threads on the inside of a fitting, which of these tools would be best?
There are several different types of labeling or lettering on a drawing. In the picture below how many different types of labeling and/or lettering is there. Choose the best answer from those provided 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.
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #6 is best represented by which answer 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.
"The reaction caused by contact between metals and oxygen molecules." Is the best definition of which of the terms below?
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?
What tool is in the picture below?
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
"Of all the plastic compression joining methods, this one will not create a flow restriction within the line." This is the best description for which of the following?
(ofe)The most common colour for a fuel gas hose in an oxyacetylene set up is which of the below?
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
"Used to keep a piping line level, or to assure that the proper amount of grade is uniform where needed." This is the best description of which of the following items.
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #1 is best represented by which answer below?
Your journeyman has asked you to cut them 6 pieces of 4' Sch 80 pipe 3' 7". The only piece of pipe you can find is a 20 foot full length. How many pieces will you be able to cut out of this length? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
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.
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.
(ofc)After manually oxy-fuel cutting a piece of 75 mm plate in half, your journeyman notices that the kerf lines are indicating a 25% lag in the slag stream. What is he trying to tell you? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
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?
There is a mutual attraction that causes unlike molecules them to cling to each another. This property is best describes by which of the following terms?
Of the options listed below, one is not an advantage of ERS over conventional soldering. Choose which one.
(papg) There are several different methods to calculate the grade of a slope. Which of the methods below would only be used for imperial measurements only?
(ofc)There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "A".
Downstream of the aftercooler, but upstream of the reciever, should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
0.578 oz/in² is equal to which of the answers below? Choose the best answer that applies
(ws) Radiant energy released by a welding arc is far stronger than that of the sun, or other sources. Exposed skin will take a smaller amount of time to reach the same severity of burn with the sun, which of the answers below corresponds to that accelerated time?
The classification of ferrous piping includes all of the following except for one. Choose the pipe that is not ferrous.
(bs)"In this type of welding, the filler metal is liquid above 425°C, and deposited in the joint by other than capillary attraction." This statement best describes which of the weld methods below?
Calculate the density of 5 m³ of copper that weighs 3879 kgs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
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.
Using the terms provided, choose the best one that would be described as a substance being chemically joined in fixed proportions of two or more different types of atoms.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
You are working with an isometric drawing that has dimensions in imperial measurements. Your journeyman has asked you to convert several measurements to inches. These measurements include 6', 4.5', 3'7" and 2'4". Choose the best answer below to reflect the total number of inches.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld globe valve?
Of the answers below choose the best answer that reflects style of press that has the highest capacity.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view butt weld tee?
(se)While welding, what is the result of shortening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided 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 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.
"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?
(ofe)Of the gases below, choose the one that has the highest flame temperature in its neutral state.
The purpose of this step is to provide a prepped surface for the solvent cement by beginning the chemical reaction that softens PVC. Of the options below, choose the best answer.
Type "M" copper tubing has what colour identification strip?
"A mixture of substances (in fixed proportions) that melts and solidifies at a single temperature that is lower than the melting points of the separate constituents or of any other mixture of them." Is the best description of which of the soldering terms below?
(ofe)The chemical symbol C₂H₂ best represents which of the following compounds?
Self-Drilling anchors are considered to be this type of anchor. Choose from the following answers.
Class 3000, is a fitting classification for which type of material?
What tool is pictured below?
(ofc)/m³ and Btu/ft³ are two was of expressing ________energy. Use the terms below to select the one that best fills in the blank.
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
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?
What tool is pictured below?
In the WHMIS system, "Corrosive materials" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(wf)The specific requirements of fabrication must include any of the the welding processes. Chemical and mechanical factors are taken into account in every facet of that fabrication. Any deviation from these requirements would be considered a defect." This statement best describes which of the following weld defects?
(se)All welding machines have a duty cycle. A machine with a duty cycle of 72% with an amperage of 425, would run continuously at what amp maximum? Choose the best answer from the selection 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 45° elbow?
Of the valves below, which has a non-directional flow pattern?
Material safety data sheets are required to be accompany all controlled substances from the supplier. There are _______ that make up these sheets, providing more detail than the label. Use the answers below to fill in the blank
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded tee elbow?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a ring joint flange?
Complete this equation. 15⁷⁄₈ - 4 ⅙ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.
(ofe)One of the components in a oxyacetylene outfit is required to deliver a pressure that is consistent despite source pressure fluctuations. Which of the following components best fits this function?