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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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You are asked to draw an unbroken horizontal line. Which of the drawing tools below would be the best choice for this task?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the tolerance dimension.
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.
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When trying to hold a tube to prevent it from spinning, which of the tools below would be the best choice?
Calculate the volume of 5 kg/m³ of nitrogen that weighs 2694 kgs. 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.
Of all the materials that make clothes, there is one type that should never be worn in a industrial workplace. Of the answers below, choose the one that best applies.
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Corporation stop valve" variation?
(bs)"When joining most metals, silver filler metal can be used. There are only two metals that cannot be joined by this filler metal." This statement best describes which of the following answers
(ofe)Of the flame types for the oxyacetylene torch, which of them burns the hottest at the tip of the cone? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Globe valves have a distinct disadvantage when compared to a gate valve. From the answers below select the best one.
The references in red along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
(ofe)Of the gases below, choose the best one that supports combustion, but is non-flammable on it own.
(wf)"Foreign materials trapped in the weld metal at continuous or randomly spaced intervals." This statement best describes which of the defects below?
The numbers encircled on the north side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
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.
(se)On a brand new joint, when welding one of the first two passes, what arc length should be used? Choose the best answer from the options given below.
Of the selection of units below, which would be best used to describe force?
The alignment of holes in two or more pieces of plate at the same time can be a challenge. Which of the tool below would be best in this situation?
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.
The 3 key elements of the WHIMIS system are, worker education, labels and ________. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "F" in the picture provided?
"The ability of a body to resist a distorting influence and to return to its original size and shape when that influence or force is removed." This is the best definition of which of the terms below?
A pressure of 379 kPa is showing on your absolute pressure gauge. Your journeyman needs that in converted to psig. Which of the answers below best reflects the number that you will give them?
(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?
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.
(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 sever eye strain, and possible blindness?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
STD or Sch40 piping is measured by the nominal ______ up to ______ diameter, and by the exact ______ up to ________diameter. Use the choices below to fill in the blanks in order.
What is the name of the cutter pictured below?
"This tooth count hacksaw blade is generally recommended for most uses". Which of the following blades fit that description?
The tools pictured below represent which type of pliers?
(v) Valves have many uses in process control. Which of the valves below would be the worst choice for a throttling application for a slurry?
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 picture provided?
(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 to in²?
Concrete anchors have two broad categories. Of the choices below, select the ones that apply.
(ws) There are several different types of energy that are released when you are welding or oxy-fuel cutting. ""Ultraviolet rays" Would best be defined by which type of energy below?
If you needed to place new threads on the inside of a fitting, which of these tools would be best?
The plug disc valve is a variation of which main category of valve?
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.
Use the following answers to fill in the blank. "The _________ should be reviewed to be assured that the proper studbolts and nuts are being used."
After installing an instrument air piping system, you are asked to prove to the client there are no leaks. The piping specs require that no moisture be left in the system after testing. Which of the following options would be the best for this request?
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?
"Smaller tubing sizes and the strength of the operator are both characteristics that this type of bender has." Of the options below, choose the bender that best fits this description.
Which form of corrosion(s) is aided by an increase in temperature? Choose the best answer from the options below.
Generally, plastic compression fittings come in how many types? Choose from the answers below.
Code B149.1-05 covers which of the following?
Gate valves have many advantages. One of the following is not among of them. Choose which one.
With ______ piping, fusion welding, and acid resistant clamps are the the most basic types of joining. Choose from the following to fill in the blank.
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.
(mse)The CSA classification of carbon steel SMAW electrodes is metric. Choose the best answer for what the "E" represents, in the answers below.
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?
Fillet welds have fundamentally ________ different types of welds. Choose the best answer from those below to fill in the blank.
(ofe)When dealing with acetylene cylinders, generally you will encounter two types of valves. Which of the sets of valves below would you see?
(ofe)In a carbonizing oxyacetylene flame, the length of the feather indicates which of the conditions below? Choose the best answer from the following.
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Bore" signify?
(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?
Which answer below best represents the type of cutting machine in the picture provided?
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.
A welder has set up a temporary fab area in a c-can. He has put 2 portable fans, one in the front and one in the back, in the c-can for ventilation. Based on the information provided, which type of ventilation is he using? Use the terms provided to choose the best answer.
Type "L" copper tube has which colour identification strip?
(se)What type of welding circuit is pictured below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
To properly prepare a joint to be welded, how many steps should be used to get the joint tacked?
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "D".
In the WHMIS system, "Flammable and combustible material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Section 315(1), (2) and (3) covering guardrails can be found in which piece of legislation below?
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "A"?
Of the choices below, there is one valve that would be best suited to a service that requires regular maintenance.
(ofe)An acetylene bottle has a specific volumetric capacity. The cylinder should not be emptied more then one _______ of that capacity per hour. Choose the best answer to fill in the blank from the ones 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 "G" in the picture provided?
What tool is in the picture below?
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "A".
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.
"Easy rotation of the piping to allow for even wearing of the pipe in an abrasive application." This is the best description of which of the plastic pipe joining types below?
When using a beam clamp, ensuring the recommended support load is not exceeded is important. What other component of this support system needs to checked against the weight of the load?
It is a good trade practice to transport gas cylinders secured and upright. From which act below did this practice come from?
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.
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
(se)What is the name of the welding accessory pictured below? Use the answers provided to choose the best one.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 45° elbow?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(se)While welding, what is the result of shortening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "E" in the picture provided?
You are part of a crew that is hydrotesting a 40 m, 50 mm, Sch 60 alloy pipe. It is set up horizontally, north to south, on pipestands with a gauge at both ends. According to the principles of hydrostatics, what will the gauges read when the test is up and holding at 45 kPa? choose the best answer from the options below.
(ofc)There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "C".
The orientation of a vertical line is commonly referred to as _______ to the horizon. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below to fill in the blank.
(mse)The weld puddle does not use up the electrode in which of the following weld processes? Choose the best answer from the ones provided.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "A" in the picture provided?
"This type of drill is only for up to ½" holes that need to be precise." Choose the answer below that is best described by the statement.
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Main stop valve" variation?
Of the options below, choose the one that best states the primary function of plate rolls.
(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 the sensation of a painful shock as it travels through the body?
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
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
Of the answers below, choose the layout tool that would most likely consist of a "Bevel protractor" and a steel rule
Of the methods to render a container safe for hotwork, which of the following is the most common and most effective?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded cap?
(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 cataracts with long term exposure?
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?