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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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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?
When referring to the center to end measurement of a 90 degree elbow threaded fitting, what is the best term that describes this measurement?
"Heat number" is a designation that can be replaced by which term?
Calculate the mass of 6.25 ft³ of gold that weighs 3579 lb/ft³. Choose the best answer from the ones provided 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?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the answer from the ones provided that best describes the method of dimensioning.
The barometer in the shop is reading 853 mm Hg, which of the answers below best reflects this reading in psig?
Of all the valves below, which would have close to the same flow characteristics as a globe pattern straight valve?
(ws) Welding and Oxy-fuel cutting have some specialized safety equipment. Which of the answers below would be the minimum safety eye-ware required for Oxy-fuel cutting or welding?
(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?
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
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.
"A process in which two or more items (usually metal) are joined together by melting and putting a filler metal into the joint, the filler metal having a lower melting point than the adjoining metal. " This is the best description for which of the following?
(es) The human body has some integral resistance to electrical contact. Which of the answers below would have the largest resistance to an electrical voltage?
What temperature separates soft soldering and brazing?
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 cap?
Twist drill sizes are designated by four methods. Which of the following answers is not one of them.
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "B" in the picture provided.
(papg) When calculating the "Grade" of a slope, there are several terms that are used. Which of the terms below is best defined as the required difference in elevation between two ends of a sloped pipe over a set distance?
Which type of fastener below requires a layout of the holes before fastener is installed?
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for length?
Which of the following torque procedures is the least accurate in regards to getting to proper tension on a studbolt?
(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?
What is the SI measurement for air pressure? Choose the best answer from the options below.
(se)"The deflection of an electric arc from its normal path because of magnetic forces, usually after the current has been moving in the same path of travel for an extended period." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
In air there are numerous gases in varying proportions, which of the answers below best represents those proportions?
The inert purge gases for GMAW and GTAW welding processes are non-toxic, but are still dangerous. In what situation below would these gases be a danger?
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.
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #2 is best represented by which answer below?
The Variation in a gate valve's design is in the disc. How many types of disc variations are there for a gate valve?
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?
(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?
(ofc)"This type of oxy-fuel cutting torch has preheat gases supplied to the cutting tip." Which of the following torch types is best described by this statement?
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When trying to bend wires in an extremely tight spot, which of the tools below would be the best choice?
(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.
15.5 meters of line is supposed to be graded at 1:13, which of the answers below best satisfies this grade?
A dielectric union would be placed into lines to prevent which condition?
There are several steps to consider when soldering on a valve. Of the list choose the one that dose not apply
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 90° elbow?
A soldered or compression fitting is _______ than a flared fitting.
Complete the following sentence with the options below. "This Section covers general descriptions, terminology and operation guidelines applicable to steel and cast iron boilers limited to the operating ranges of ASME _______."
(wf)"Foreign materials trapped in the weld metal at continuous or randomly spaced intervals." This statement best describes which of the defects below?
Of all the tools listed below, what is the preferred method for cutting tube under 3/4"?
(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?
Of the answers provided, choose the thermoplastic that is used for laboratory DWV, and has similar characteristics to PP.
(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?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Cock stop valve" variation?
(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.
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.
(se)What is the name of the welding accessory pictured below? Use the answers provided to choose the best one.
A fume extracting welding gun works well with which other source of ventilation? Choose the best answer from the choices below
(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.
A fuel gas piping system does not exceed 2795 psi @ 100 degrees F. What class of forged steel fitting in conjunction with XS piping should be used
What tool is in the picture below?
(se)This term expresses the pressure from an electrical circuit's power source that produces pressure to push a current through a circuit, enabling them to do work. From the terms provided, choose the one that best applies.
Which of the states of matter can be defined as having defined mass, volume and shape? Choose the best answer from the ones provided 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.
Of the three common forged steel fitting classifications, class 4500 is considered:
(ofe)On every acetylene cylinder there is an overpressurization safety device. Of the answers below, choose the best name for this device.
"A substance used to promote fusion that is applied to surfaces to be joined to keep them free from oxide and promote their union." This is the best definition of which of the soldering terms 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.
"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 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.
Which of the piping systems below would Bell-end type joints primarily be used in?
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.
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
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.
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "D"?
(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?
The major difference between machined screws and both wood screws and sheet metal screws is which of the following?
(mse)The protective shield that purges any atmospheric gases that may be harmful to the weld, and the slag that protects the weld metal both are produced from one area in the weld zone. Which of the following ares best describes where these are produced?
Of the options below, which measuring tool would be best suited to getting exact measurements?
What pressure would be exerted by a column of water 14 feet high? Choose the best answer from those provided below
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
"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?
You have just installed a small vessel on site, the height is 29' and the base has a 9' diameter. What is the force exerted on the pad that it sits on when completely full of water? choose the best answer from those provided below.
Some wheels become loaded with debris, or glazing becomes an issue. Of the answers below, choose the best method to solve these problems.
When storing plastic pipe, the pipe should be supported adequate support at all times. For long term storage, what additional step should be taken?
Class 3000, is a fitting classification for which type of material?
(ofc)Which of the following gases has the highest MJ/m³ rating? Choose the best answer from those provided.
"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?
Lockable service, gas cock, pilot valve and a curb stop valve are all varieties of which type of valve?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "A" in the picture provided?
What is the name of the grinder pictured below?
Which butt weld fitting wall thickness has the smallest number of fitting sizes?
What tool is in the picture below?
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.
(se)"The electrical force that retains the arc while the welding work is being done." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
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?
The pressure of the hydraulic torque might warp the flange before the stubot has reached the desired length. From the options bellow, what is the best solution to alleviate this issue?
(ofe)In oxy-fuel equipment, if the supply pressure gas is allowed to leak into the low pressure side of a regulator, this can cause problems with gauges, relief valves and operation of tools. Which of the answers below best describes this condition?
Using the terms provided, choose the best one that would be described as a substance that cannot be be chemically reduced into simpler components.
Fluxes in soldering are also known by another term, choose the best term that would be used in place of "fluxes".
With regard to fitting a threaded joint, the length of the threads that is engaged inside the fitting is called by which of these terms?
Convert ⁷⁄₁₅ to a decimal. Choose the best answer from the ones below
Which of the the materials below should never be used to repair an acetylene hose. Choose the best answer that applies.
(papg) Assessing the surface area of any cylinder involves several calculations. Which of the answers below is determined by the formula "2πr²"?
(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?
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?