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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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Under the Workers compensation act, are apprentices and learners entitled to compensation?
A nitrogen piping system does not exceed 6000 psi @ 100 degrees F. What weight of pipe is required with Class 6000 forged steel fittings?
(wf)Structural discontinuities would include all of the following defects except one. Of the answers below choose the one that is not a structural discontinuity.
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.
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 "I" in the picture provided?
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?
15.5 meters of line is supposed to be graded at 1:13, which of the answers below best satisfies this grade?
"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.
There is a molecular attraction that causes like molecules to form a meniscus on the surface of a liquid. This property is best describes by which of the following terms?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
Compression type fittings for copper tube are generally made from which of the following materials?
(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
If you were to completely show a workpiece in an orthographic projection, how many views would be required as a minimum? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(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?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Corporation stop valve" variation?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "C" in the picture provided.
The numbers encircled on the north side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the one that the black arrow is pointing to in the picture shown?
What type of punch is pictured below?
(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?
(se)If you wanted a narrower bead, that has deeper penetration, which of the following techniques would be best suited for the task? Choose the best answer from the options below.
Which of the answers below best describes the units for relative density?
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.
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.
Which forged steel fitting classification does not have a schedule number?
(papg) There are several different methods to calculate the grade of a slope. Which of the methods below would best represent a line to be graded up at 1:46 mm?
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 three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "B" in the picture provided.
Of the answers below, choose the layout tool that would most likely consist of a "Bevel protractor" and a steel rule
Some wheels become loaded with debris, or glazing becomes an issue. Of the answers below, choose the best method to solve these problems.
Which of the layout tools below would be the most accurate in transferring measurements? Choose from the following tools.
After the second tack is in place, what is the tool most commonly used to maintain the gap?
(ofc)There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "B".
What tool is in the picture below?
(ofc)The material that is blown away by the oxygen stream while oxy-fuel cutting is called which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from the selection below.
(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.
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?
Type "M" copper tubing has what colour identification strip?
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "K" represent in this formula?
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
(se)The distance from the molten pool of the weld to the end of the electrodes core wire is called the arc length. A distance that is ________ of the diameter of the electrodes core wire is considered normal. Choose from the following options the best answer to fill the blank.
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
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?
(papg) Determining the surface area of any box involves several calculations. Which of the answers below best describes the number of sides that are involved in determining the surface area of a fully enclosed box?
(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?
There are some good trade practices when using a hammer. Of the practices below, which is not one of them?
Convert 4.81' to the nearest ¹⁄₁₆ of an inch. Choose the best answer from the ones below
You are ordering stud bolts to fasten two flanges together. What thread classification would you order of the following classifications?
(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.
Socket weld fittings are generally used to join piping that is 50mm(2") or less?
What tool is in the picture below?
Complete this equation. 15⁷⁄₈ - 4 ⅙ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.
Your crew has just finished setting an enclosed vessel that had a 15 m diameter, a height of 23 m. The insulator foreman has asked you to verify his requirements of insulating the shell of the vessel. Choose the best answer from the ones below that represents the amount of insulation required.
The code that covers all piping that transport fluids is which of the following?
What type of bar is pictured below?
The classification of ferrous piping includes all of the following except for one. Choose the pipe that is not ferrous.
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?
When fusion welding a butt joint, what is the suggested size of the root opening? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for pressure?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a containers shape that is holding a fluid will ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
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.
"This piece of legislation came into effect in 1915. This act deals primarily with compensation, medical aid and rehabilitation of a worker due to a job-related injury." Which of the answers below is best described by this statement?
Complete this equation. 5⅘ x 2⅜ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.
What is the SI measurement for air pressure? Choose the best answer from the options below.
Using the terms provided, choose the best one that would be described as a substance that cannot be be chemically reduced into simpler components.
(ofc)Of the following answers, which is the best one for the torch pictured 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.
The code that covers the piping standards to be used for cryogenic fluids would be which of the following?
(mse)The CSA classification of carbon steel SMAW electrodes is metric. Choose the best answer for what the "70" represents, in the answers below.
(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 severe muscle contractions and burns as it travels through the body?
Type "K" copper tube has which colour identification strip?
If you are bypassing or modifying a ground connection, you are creating what kind of hazard?
What is the name of the grinder pictured below?
The materials that butt weld fittings can be made from include:
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. From the information in the provided picture, select the best answer to describe the method of dimensioning.
(ofc)The type of oxy-fuel cutting torch that has a cutting tip which is supplied with mixed pre-heat gases are typically called which of the names below? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Every hacksaw blade has a "set". This particular "set" has every tooth bent slightly to the side and in the opposite direction of the one in front of it. Of the answers below, choose the best "set" to match this description.
(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
(papg) Assessing the surface area of any cylinder involves several calculations. Which of the answers below is determined by the formula "πr²"?
Convert ¹¹⁄₁₆ to a percentage. select the best answer from the ones provided below.
(mse)"This type of mechanical property also is known by the term "Elastic limit." This statement best describes which of the properties below?
(v) There is a wide variety of valve styles used in industry today. Which of the valves below would be manufactured without a stuffing box?
"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?
What tool is pictured below?
(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?
What formula would be correct when attempting to calculate the fitting allowance of a threaded 90 degree elbow?
Water distribution systems made from PE piping have a maximum operating temperature. What is that temperature? Choose from the options below.
Calculate the volume of 2.3 lb/ft³ of aluminium that weighs 1479 lbs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
(papg) Areas and surface areas can be measured in metric. Which of the answers below would represent the proper time to convert mm into m in a calculation?
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?
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.
"This term is used for lines that intersect at a right angle." Of the terms provided choose the best one to fit this statement
(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.
The characteristic of fluidity is shared by two of the three states of matter. Of the answers below, choose the one state that this characteristic does not apply to.
If the piping isometric that you are working off of has a ¼":1' reduced scale to it, what is the print length of the workpiece if it measures 12' on the bench? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(wf)Rapid solidification, low amperage, and incomplete perheat are all included in which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from those provided 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.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
When buying a ______ solder, the ______ content is always listed first. Fill in the blanks from the options below.
Which form of corrosion(s) is aided by an increase in temperature? Choose the best answer from the options below.