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PIPE FITTER TEST

Below are some test knowledge and multiple-choice questions pertaining to Pipe Fitters.

TEST KNOWLEDGE QUESTIONS

1. List five (05) different types of flanges you know. (05 Marks)
a. ...................................................................
b. ...................................................................
c. ...................................................................
d. ...................................................................
e. ...................................................................

2. List five (05) pipe fittings. (05 Marks)

a. ...................................................................
b. ...................................................................
c. ...................................................................
d. ...................................................................
e. ...................................................................

3. What are the four (4) main functions of pipe fittings? (04 Marks)

a. ..........................................................................................................................................
b. ...........................................................................................................................................
c. ..........................................................................................................................................
d. ...........................................................................................................................................

4. List five (05) different types of Valves you know. (05 Marks)
a. ...................................................................
b. ...................................................................
c. ...................................................................
d. ...................................................................
e. ...................................................................

5. Give the functions of the elements listed below. (04 Marks)

a. Pressure relief Valve (PRV) :

..........................................................................................................................................
...........................................................................................................................................
b. Strainer :
..........................................................................................................................................
...........................................................................................................................................

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6. Given that 10” 150# RF is written on a flange, what does it mean? (03 Marks)

10” ................................................................

150# ................................................................

RF ..................................................................

7. Give the name of the Connection system on the drawing below (02 Marks)

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 MULTIPLE-CHOICE
Circle the BEST possible answer for each question.

1. A fitting that is machined to prevent leaking and is used to couple two pipes together is
known as what? (01 Mark)
a. Bushing
b. Joint
c. Coupler
d. Union

2. What device can be used to cut cast iron pipe? (01 Mark)
e. Three wheel cutter
f. Single wheel cutter
g. Wheel and roller cutter
h. All of the above

3. When cutting or threading pipe it should be secured with what device? (01 Mark)
a. Vice
b. Cleat
c. Tackle
d. Grip

4. What is the term for the device used to create threads on a pipe? (01 Mark)
A. Press
B. Die
C. Stamp
D. Spinner

5. Cutting internal or female threads on pipe is known as what? (01 Mark)

a. Grooving
b. Tapering
c. Tapping
d. Grinding

6. A change of direction (other than 90˚) in a pipe that brings one part out of, but parallel with
the line of another pipe is known as what? (01 Mark)
a. Break
b. Elbow
c. Offset
d. Tee

7. Elevated pipes that are suspended from ceilings are usually resting in rigid or flexible what?
(01 Mark)
a. Pipe beds
b. Pipe cleats

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 c. Pipe hooks
d. Pipe hangers

8. When iron or steel pipes are exposed to the weather, applying a durable coating or
waterproofing should prevent what? (01 Mark)
a. Bursting
b. Corrosion
c. Warping
d. Blistering

9. What procedure can be used to make directional changes in pipe without the use of fittings?
(01 Mark)
a. Coupling
b. Bending
c. Twisting
d. Turning

10. Which code governs the installation of pressure piping systems? (01 Mark)
a. SW
b. ASTM
c. CWB471
d. ASME B31.1

11. Which document is used for shop assembly? (01 Mark)

a. Flow sheet
b. Spool sheet. Detail
c. Drawing. Schematic
d. Drawing

12. Which tool is used to correct internal "hi-low" when preparing a 4 inch steel pipe for
Welding? (01 Mark)

a. 4 inch. grinder with cutting disc.

b. Mini-grinder with flapper disc.
c. Pencil grinder with cone stone.
d. 4 inch grinder with ¼ inch. grinding disc.

13. A template is to be divided into 12 equal spaces. What is the angle between the ordinate lines?
(01 Mark)
a. 15˚
b. 30˚
c. 45˚
d. 60˚

14. A template is to be located on a pipe, but a center finder is not available. What else can be
used to accurately mark tile centerline? (01 Mark)

a. Wrap-around.
b. Tape measure.

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 c. 2ft level and plumb bob.
d. Framing square and level.

15. A sleeve is needed for a 300-mm (12-innch.) pipe with a minimum of 38-mm (1 1/2- inch.)
clearance ior insulation. Which size pipe is used for this sleeve? (01 Mark)

16. Identify the Pipeline 01-02-C30-10” and produce an Isometric plan with Nomenclature
included from the drawing below; (07 Marks)

Use these items as the headings of your nomenclature

MARK, QTY, SIZE, SCH AND DESCRIPTION

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