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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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Socket weld fittings are commonly used on joints that are what size?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
"This material is formed with cross-linking, and becomes irreversibly rigid after the reaction has taken place." This is the best description of which of the terms below?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the answer from the ones provided that best describes the method of dimensioning.
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When trying to cut wires in an extremely tight spot, which of the tools below would be the best choice?
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 metallic substance composed of two or more elements, as either a compound or a solution." This statement is the best description of which of the following terms?
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.
What type of copper tube is most commonly used in fabricating a hydronic systems?
From the following answers, choose the best one that represents the radiant energy hazard produced by Non-destructive testing.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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?
(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 GTAW welding?
From the following answers, choose the one that answers the following statement. "The operating position of a gate valve commonly are ________ and ________."
(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 welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the black portion that the arrow is pointing at in picture provided?
The categories of workplace hazards have been broken down to _____ main areas. Using the answers below fill in the blank.
(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.
(wf)Lack of fusion, oxidation and lack of penetration are all included in which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from those provided below
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
What type of bar 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?
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.
"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.
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the answer from the ones provided that best describes the orientation of the numerical dimensions.
What type of punch is pictured below?
What tool is in the picture below?
"When two or more substances are combined and each retain their own chemical identity." Choose the term below that best reflects this statement.
To avoid electrical shock there are several steps that can be taken. Of the answers below, choose the one that does not apply.
(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.
(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?
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Capillary action" signify?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of air at STP in metric measurement.
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 type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
Wood screws have an unthreaded portion just under the screw head on the shank. Using the options below, what is this portion called?
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "A"?
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for force?
(wf)A tapered transition ratio of _________ is commonly thought to be acceptable by numerous codes. Use the answers given below to find the best ratio to fill in the blank.
(se)On a brand new joint, when welding the last pass, what arc length should be used? Choose the best answer from the options given below.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
(se)All electrode holders have a rating. Choose from the answers below and select the one that best describes this rating.
Convert 45 Dekameters to Decimeters. Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(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?
A small percentage of fuels, when exposed to air, water, or heat under normal condition will chemically react. These fuels are classed as which of the below?
(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)Which answer below best describes the undesireable situation shown by the three black arrows?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Firing valve" variation?
Which forged steel fitting classification does not have a schedule number?
Pressure vessels such as pipelines, plumbing, gas cylinders, boilers and fuel tanks can be tested for strength and leaks. From the list below choose the correct testing procedure.
What tube would be commonly used in fabricating a radiant heating system?
"The space between the OD of the tube being fitted and the bore of the fitting." This is the best description of which soldering term 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.
When comparing STD, XS and XXS wall thicknesses on typical piping, STD piping has:
"Are used with meters for the purpose of measuring the flow rate of either liquids or gases in the respective pipeline. Pairs of pressure "Tappings", mostly on 2 sides, directly opposite each other, are machined into the flange." This is the best description of which type of fitting?
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?
Downstream of the aftercooler, but upstream of the reciever, should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
"This type of respirator has two different types that are available. These are continuous flow, and pressure demand respirators. " This statement best describes which of the following respirators?
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 roof of the container. Of the following answers, which gas would he be testing for?
(papg) Assessing the surface area of any cylinder involves several calculations. Which of the answers below is determined by the formula "2πr²"?
These types of portable fire extinguishers are very heavy, have a conical nozzle, and are commonly bright red. Choose the best answer from the selection below.
(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?
(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 suspending stationary non-insulated pipe line, it is recommended to use which of the supports below?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
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?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
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.
(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.
(ofe)Of the gases below, choose the one that has the highest flame temperature in its neutral state.
"In drill presses and drills, to hold the drill bits and accessories, there are several tooling devices that can be used." These are commonly called which of the below?
The code that covers external piping for boilers that create steam or vapour at 15 psig or more, and water at a pressures in excess of 160 psig and/or a temperature in excess of 250F is which of the following?
(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?
(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?
Of the list below, a try cock is considered what type of valve?
Of the list below, before adding the flux to a capillary soldered joint, what must be done?
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.
What tool is in the picture below?
(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?
To properly prepare a joint to be welded, how many steps should be used to get the joint tacked?
(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?
Code B149.1-05 covers which of the following?
"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?
(ofc)There are two basic techniques to pierce a hole in plate steel. Choose the one that best applies from the answers below.
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
What tool is in the picture below?
(wf)A weld defect called "precipitate hardening" is a situation that can lead to which of the below problems? Choose the best answer from those provided
(ofe)"These regulators allow a consistent pressure to be fed to the tool being used. This is true despite the change in inlet pressures." Which of the regulators below is best described by this statement?
From the following options, choose the most popular pressure testing method.
Section 315(1), (2) and (3) covering guardrails can be found in which piece of legislation below?
(se)"The electrical force that retains the arc while the welding work is being done." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for mass?
When buying a ______ solder, the ______ content is always listed first. Fill in the blanks from the options below.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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.
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
"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?
Of the answers provided, choose the thermoplastic that is used for laboratory DWV, and has similar characteristics to PP.