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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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Spiral wound gaskets have 6 identifiers on them, which of the below is not one?
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view butt weld tee?
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?
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?
Of the answers provided, choose the thermoplastic that is used for laboratory DWV, and has similar characteristics to PP.
Blueprints are assebled into groups for ease of accessing the information quickly. In the commercial or industrial ares of work, there are commonly ________ divisions of these blueprints. Choose from the answers below to best fill in the blank.
Looking at the following terms, choose the best answer that is not associated with a characteristic of a gas.
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?
(ofc)There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "A".
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 "H" in the picture provided?
Which of the following types of copper requires a bending device?
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?
Compression type fittings for copper tube are generally made from which of the following materials?
Complete this equation. 5⅘ x 2⅜ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.
Which form of corrosion(s) is aided by an increase in temperature? Choose the best answer from the options below.
(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 down at ³⁄₁₆"/ft?
There are generally considered to be four types of welds. Which of those weld types is represented by the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
Because of various stresses, fasteners to be used in the piping industry are designed for what type of load?
To protect the internal mechanisms, this type of gate valve should not be placed in a line that has turbulent flow. This is the best description of which of the following?
(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 pain, with the loss of voluntary muscle control, as it travels through the body?
The engineer has asked you to verify the base for setting a tank on, the area required will be a minimum of 10 meters. Which of the answers below best represents the minimum radius required to set the tank?
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "B".
"A substance that undergoes a ___________, doesn't chemically alter what the substance is." Choose from the options below to best fill in the blank in 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.
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the black portion that the arrow is pointing at in picture provided?
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?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "A" in the picture provided.
(wf)"This term refers to a physical property of a material which describes the ability of a material containing a crack to resist further cracking."
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 mixture of substances (in fixed proportions) that melts and solidifies at a single temperature that is lower than the melting points of the separate constituents or of any other mixture of them." Is the best description of which of the soldering terms below?
The fraction ⁵⁸⁄₇ is equal to which of the answers provided below?
What tool is in the picture below?
(se)Why are work lead clamps integral to the welding process? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
Ambient conditions and temperature of the contents of thermoplastic pipe are directly related to which of the answers below?
"The destruction of a metal or an alloy because of chemical or electrochemical reaction with its surrounding environment or medium."
(ofe)The proper procedure for setting up an oxyacetylene outfit takes an number of steps. Of the answers below, choose the one that represents these number of steps.
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.
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "A"?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "G" in the picture provided?
"Joining two metal surfaces by melting an alloy so that it forms a thin layer between the surfaces." This id the best definition of which of the terms 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.
(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 sensation of a mild shock as it travels through the body?
"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?
(ofc)There are two basic techniques to pierce a hole in plate steel. Choose the one that best applies from the answers below.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes lines pointed to by the black arrows in the picture shown?
The air has a density of _________ at STP, based on 101 kPa and 0°C. Use the best answer below to fill in the blank.
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
(wf)The best term to describe the portion of the weld between the two black line would be which of the below?
"It is a method of drawing which you can represent your shapes into three- dimensional view. An angle of 30 degree is taken in all its sides in order to give a 3d look." This statement best describes which of the following drawing methods?
(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?
What tool is pictured below?
"A particular material or class of materials, that is a hazardous substance in workplace air, has an upper limit on the acceptable concentrations." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
Socket weld fittings are commonly used on joints that are what size?
______ type compression joints are also commonly referred to as ______ as well as sleeveless type.
Calculate the perimeter of a building that has a wall measurement of 12' 6⅜". Choose the best answer from the ones below.
(bs)One of the four classifications of fusion welding low alloy steel oxy fuel gas welding rods is R60. What do the two numbers represent in this classification? Choose the best answer from the options below.
There are some good trade practices when using a hammer. Of the practices below, which is not one of them?
(ofe)A neutral flame would be best suited to which of the following applications?
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.
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 _______."
For horizontal soldered joints, it is a good practice to apply the solder at which location?
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.
Choose the best answer below that is the density of air at STP in metric measurement.
(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 pain, loss of voluntary muscle control and difficulty breathing, as it travels through the body?
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "A".
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
Fill the blanks with the answers provided. "These two valves, _______ and ________ are usually used together in a line. The flow of fluid through the line finds little friction from either one."
The references in red along the north side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
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.
It is a good trade practice to transport gas cylinders secured and upright. From which act below did this practice come from?
At the end of the month you have received 4 cheques. $1056, $2907, $4567, and $2957 were the totals, how much did you earn this month? Choose the best answers from the ones 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.
Occupational exposure limits have threshold limits. There are three of these threshold limits that are used, of the answers provided, which is not a value used?
Upstream of the aftercooler and downstream of the air intake should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
The pressure exerted by a column of Hg 9" high would be which of the following answers? Choose the best answer that applies from the ones below
If you are bypassing or modifying a ground connection, you are creating what kind of hazard?
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.
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
What are the two common wall thicknesses for copper tubing?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
An extraction hood attached to a system of flexible ductwork would be an example of which of the answers below? Use the options below to choose the best answer.
(ofe)When used in conjunction with a reverse flow check valve , a flashback arrestor is best to be place where on an oxyacetylene setup?
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
What tool is pictured 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.
There are several sizes of portable hand drills. How are they rated? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
When installing an instrument air piping system in a textile plant, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
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.
(wf)In during a welded joint, the input of heat must be controlled. Which of the issues could result in a weld where the heat input was not controlled well? Choose the best answer from those 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.
A boiler that creates superheated water at 175 psig and 275F is covered under which code(s)?
(ofe)In a carbonizing oxyacetylene flame, the length of the feather indicates which of the conditions below? Choose the best answer from the following.
Type "K" copper tube has which colour identification strip?
(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 range of flammability that is 5.3%-14% in air.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld 90° elbow?
To properly prepare a joint to be welded, how many steps should be used to get the joint tacked?
(bs)Which of the filler metals would be most commonly used when brazing copper or copper alloys? Choose the best answer from the following filler metals.
At the end of the work week, your crew installed 45% of 50 mm, Sch 40 pipe The amount required for the job is 4791 m. Which of the answers below best relates to how much pipe is left to be installed?