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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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You have to hire employees to work 40 hours a week to finish the job. If the job is projected for 3178 hours, how many employees will have to be hired? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Of the options below, which measuring tool would be best suited to getting exact measurements?
(ofe)"Fusion welding with an oxidizing flame on this type of material will cause welds that are porous, oxidized, and brittle." This statement best describes which of the metals below?
There a specific vocabulary when describing the areas of a fillet weld. Which of these terms is represented by "G" in the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
Calculate the mass of 2.75 m³ of stainless steel that weighs 3790 kg/m³. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
(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?
Of the clothes to wear while cutting, welding or grinding, choose from the answers below the best material to have.
While setting up for a hydrostatic test, it is noted that the maximum output on the pump to be used is 1000 psia. The test hose that is to be used has a pressure rating of 6950 kPaa. From the answers below choose the best course of action.
(wf)There is a great variety of ______ . This encompasses any flaw that compromises the acceptable standard for a weld. Choose the best answer to fill in the blanks from the ones provided below.
Lift, swing, and non slam are all variations of which type of valve?
Of the options below, choose the one that best represents a manual actuator for a gate valve in an inaccessible area.
Compression type fittings for copper tube are generally made from which of the following materials?
Globe valves have a distinct disadvantage when compared to a gate valve. From the answers below select the best one.
(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 distance around a circle?
"The steps in preparing this type of fusion weld and a steel weld are very similar." Which of the answers below best fits this description?
The references in red along the north side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
(se)"An type of material that allows the flow of an electrical current in one or more directions." The best answer that this statement describes is which of the following?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
Most fuels, when exposed to air, water, or heat under normal condition will not chemically react. These fuels are classed as which of the below?
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "A".
Commonly receding lines are drawn from the horizontal at 30°, 45° or 60°. If you were to draw a receding line at a 45°, it would be foreshortened by which of the amounts below. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below
The plug on the end of a 150 mm pipe has a force restriction of 250,000 N. What is the maximum operating pressure that this fitting can handle? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld globe valve?
(v) There is a wide variety of valve styles used in industry today. Which of the valves below would be best used to eliminate backflow in a system?
(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?
(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?
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?
Of the answers below, which best reflects the name of the drill pictured?
The orientation of a horizontal line is commonly referred to as _______ to the horizon. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below to fill in the blank.
Of the selection of units below, which would be best used to describe force?
(ofe)"Carefully controlled tolerances are required to manufacture quality cutting tips. One-piece tips that are used in the cutting process with acetylene are generally made from ________ to endure the heat generated. To produce exact holes for these tips, they are machined, drilled, and swaged over special wires." Select the best answer from the ones below to fill in the blank
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded cap?
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 many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "B".
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
From the following options, choose the most popular pressure testing method.
(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 from in²?
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
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.
If the welding apprentices tacked 4 welds in an hour, how many welds would be tacked by 3 apprentices in a 37.5 hour work week? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
(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?
Of the answers below, choose the layout tool that would most likely consist of a "Bevel protractor" and a steel rule
"This Section provides such guidelines to assist those directly responsible for operating, maintaining, and inspecting power boilers." This is the best description of which of the following ASME sections?
Of the choices below, there is one valve that would be best suited to a service that requires regular maintenance.
(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?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #4 is best represented by which answer 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?
"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?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(se)Which of the terms below is used when a sine wave completes a 360° rotation?
(se)All electrical conductors resist the flow of current to some degree. Which of the terms below is used to measure this resistance? From the answers below select the one best applies.
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?
(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.
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.
In air there are numerous gases in varying proportions, which of the answers below best represents those proportions?
(wf)Almost all electrode rods are kept in a container to protect them from the elements. Which of the following weld defects would this be the best form of protection from?
A cold water piping system does not exceed 4689 psi @ 100 degrees F. What class of forged steel fitting in conjunction with XXS piping should be used
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
When comparing STD, XS and XXS wall thicknesses on typical piping, STD piping has:
(wf)Weld faults can happen even before the welding has occurred. Which of the answers below best describes the number of common types of pre-weld dimensional defects?
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?
(ofc)At what point, when cutting with oxy-fuel, should the cutting oxygen slowly be introduced?
Omitting this step in the solvent welding of a joint could result in blockage, turbulent flow, and cause pressure loss by restricting the bore of the pipe. Of the answers below, choose the one that applies best
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.
(se)The graph below best represents which type of welding machine output? Choose from the best answer from those provided below.
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?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Curb stop valve" variation?
(wf)After the fillet weld is complete, the weld profile looks like the green section of the picture below. Which of the terms below best describes this profile?
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.
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?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "C"?
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.
(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.
When you are going to lubricate an air motor, which of the following would be the best time to do it?
Which of the below would be the best fitting to prevent damage from a pressure surge to a gauge on a hydrostatic test?
Your journeyman is fitting up a joint and asks you to check to see if the pipe is "plumb". Which way would you hold the level to get that information? From the following options, choose the best answer.
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded tee elbow?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
(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 gouging. blades.
Of the methods to render a container safe for hotwork, which of the following is the most common and most effective?
Which of the states of matter can be defined as having defined mass, but no defined volume or shape? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
15.5 meters of line is supposed to be graded at 1:13, which of the answers below best satisfies this grade?
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "C"?
(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?
Calculate the volume of 2.3 lb/ft³ of aluminium that weighs 1479 lbs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Choose the best answer below that is the density of air, in imperial measurement, at STP.
(ofe)100°C is the approximate melting temperature of a fusible plug equipped on an acetylene bottle. Of the reasons below, choose the best reason explaining the purpose of these plugs.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
(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 be created during non-destructive testing of welds?
(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?
(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.
(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?
Biological Hazards can be further broken down into subsections. Of the answers below, one is not a biological hazard, choose the answer that doesn't fit.
(se)The connections used for welding cables must be tight. If an undersized lug is used, which of the following might occur with a high current load? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
When suspending stationary non-insulated pipe line, it is recommended to use which of the supports below?
What is the name of the ginder pictured below?
Fillet welds have fundamentally ________ different types of welds. Choose the best answer from those below to fill in the blank.
(ofc)There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "C".
(ofe)Welding torches and cutting torches are similar in most respects. Of the options below, choose the best answer that represents a similarity.