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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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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.
All butt weld fittings must have _____ pieces of information stamped on them.
(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?
(ofe)In a carbonizing oxyacetylene flame, the length of the feather indicates which of the conditions below? Choose the best answer from the following.
Because of various stresses, fasteners to be used in the piping industry are designed for what type of load?
(ofe)The _________ has a one-to-one ratio of acetylene and oxygen, any additional oxygen needed for complete combustion comes from the surrounding air. Use the answers provided to fill in the blank.
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.
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "C"?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
"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.
"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?
(papg) When calculating the area of a shape, you would use the terms "length" and "width". Which of the terms below represents the "width" of a 90° triangle?
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 "C" in the picture provided?
When heated, metal forms a scale on it's surface. This scale is called what?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Cock stop valve" variation?
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When using the shank and the width of the tip to size the proper screwdriver, which of the screwdrivers below would you be sizing?
"The ability of a substance, usually a metal, to be deformed or molded into a different shape." This statement is the best description of which of the following terms?
A safety relief valves has a specific relationship with the part in the system that has lowest maximum pressure setting. Of the answers below, choose the one that best reflects this relationship.
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?
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.
Weld fittings are available in two varieties, one of these is:
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.
(ofe)Of the answers below, which is the best oxyacetylene term for the condition that occurs when the flame burns back into the tip, followed by a "pop" noise?
A common 30/70 soft solder contains what percentage of which elements in it's alloy?
(ofc)Looking at the answers below, which one is not a cause of flashback while using an oxyacetelyne cutting torch? Choose the best answer that applies.
What is the name of the cutter pictured below?
At the bottom of a column of Hg, the pressure is 5.82 psi, how many inches of water column is required to exert this same pressure? Choose the best answer from those provided below
There are three types of radiant energy that is given off by a typical welding arc. Choose the one that does not apply from the answers below.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(ofe)All of the following statements regarding an oxygen cylinders are true, except one. Choose the answer that does not belong.
(mse)"This mechanical property is expressed in an elongation percentage. A bend test is used to achieve this percentage." Which of the properties is best described by this statement?
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
Good trade practice is a 4:1 ratio when using an extension ladder. From which piece of legislation does the practice originate from?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluids pressure is proportional to ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
The Variation in a gate valve's design is in the disc. How many types of disc variations are there for a gate valve?
Typical hanger spacing for 76 mm black iron pipe is 4.3 m. Using that information, how many hangers are needed on a 20 m horizontal run?
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.
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?
"The standard filler is normally sufficient for applications up to 900º F. Other soft fillers are available for higher temperatures or special applications. The choice of the metal used for the jacketed part of the fitting would depend upon the corrosive conditions being encountered." This is the best description of which of the following fittings?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #2 is best represented by which answer below?
Maintaining all of the required PPE within the manufactures guidelines and in good working order is the responsibility of the________." Choose from the following answers to fill the blank.
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "B".
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the black lines outside of the weld in the picture shown?
A typical file generally has one of four basic cuts. Which of the below is not one of those cuts?
"A hazard within the workplace that can harm the body without necessarily touching it. Vibration and noise are examples of this type of hazards." This statement best describes which of the following hazard groups?
(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.
What tool is in the picture below?
Commonly in oblique drawings, there is a 50% reduction in depth to add realism to the object. Which of the terms below best describes this practice?
(se)Which of the terms below is used when a sine wave completes a 360° rotation?
(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?
"Has a gasket surface in the same plane as the bolting circle face." Is the best description of which fitting?
"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?
(wf)"Foreign materials trapped in the weld metal at continuous or randomly spaced intervals." This statement best describes which of the defects 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?
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
Of the answers provided, choose the thermoplastic that is used for laboratory DWV, and has similar characteristics to PP.
(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?
(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.
(wf)"This is the term used for the point where the material begins to have permanent deformation." This statement best describes which of the terms 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?
It is a good trade practice to transport gas cylinders secured and upright. From which act below did this practice come from?
(ofc)Which of the following gases has the highest MJ/m³ rating? Choose the best answer from those provided.
(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?
Which of the answers below best describes the units for relative density?
With the options below complete the following sentence. "Rules governing the fabrication of power boilers is found in ASME ________"
"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?
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
Before entering a container to work, your Journeyman asks for a gas test to be done. The foreman agrees and puts the sniffer close to the floor of the container. Of the following answers, which gas would he be testing for?
Of the options below, choose the one that best represents a manual actuator for a gate valve in an inaccessible area.
(ofe)On every acetylene cylinder there is an overpressurization safety device. Of the answers below, choose the best name for this device.
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.
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.
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.
(papg) When calculating the area of a shape, you would use the terms "length" and "width". Which of the terms below represents the "length" of a 90° triangle?
(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?
To protect the internal mechanisms, this type of gate valve should not be placed in a line that has turbulent flow. This is the best description of which of the following?
There are a number of lines on the edge of any rule. Which of the terms below best corresponds to these lines?
Typical hanger spacing for 150 mm stainless steel pipe is 5.5 m. Using that information, how many hangers are needed on a 46 m horizontal run?
(bs)Of the alloys below, which is the alloy of copper and zinc?
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "C".
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.
When using a long tape, one extra consideration must be taken into account over a short tape. Of the answers below, choose the one that best applies.
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.
(bs)"This term denotes a type of steel that, to enhance mechanical properties has undergone alloying using different elements." which of the following terms is best described by this statement?
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?
Masonry anchors come in _______ basic types. Choose from the following answers to fill in the blank.
Your journeyman has asked you to torque a 4" #150 flange to 50 ft/lbs. This represents 30% of the total torque, which of the answers below best represents the full torque value?
(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?
In the WHMIS system, "Oxidizing material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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.
Piping that you have to be order for a job needs to be absolutely devoid of any surface contamination. Which of the following finishes will you ask to have put on your piping?
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
(se)What type of welding circuit is pictured below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
"A substance that undergoes a ___________, doesn't chemically alter what the substance is." Choose from the options below to best fill in the blank in this statement.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld 45° elbow?
"The destruction of a metal or an alloy because of chemical or electrochemical reaction with its surrounding environment or medium."
(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?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a raised face flange?
The codes and regulations that must be followed when working with welded piping and fittings are based apon which 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.