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Welding Inspection and Metallurgy Exam

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Questions 1

What is the "area of interest" on a weld radiograph?

Options:

A.  

The entire radiograph minus 2 in. (50.8 mm) from the edges

B.  

Only the area of contrasting density

C.  

The specific portion of a radiograph that needs to be evaluated

D.  

The portion that is less than 3t from the center of the radiograph, where t is the thickness of the weld

Discussion 0
Questions 2

In alloy steel, a high hardness measurement could indicate:

Options:

A.  

A correlation to a low tensile strength.

B.  

The presence of untempered martensite.

C.  

The Brinell test device was struck too hard with the hammer.

D.  

The presence of tempered martensite.

Discussion 0
Questions 3

When radiographic examination is used for welder qualification utilizing the GMAW-S process, the minimum length of the test coupon to be examined is:

Options:

A.  

Radiographic examination is not allowed.

B.  

The entire weld circumference for pipe coupon.

C.  

36 in. for welder operator qualification.

D.  

6 in. for welder qualification.

Discussion 0
Questions 4

Which of the following can result from residual magnetism left in a partially completed weld?

Options:

A.  

Excessive distortion

B.  

Tendency of weld pool to be sluggish

C.  

Deflection of the weld arc

D.  

Solidification cracking

Discussion 0
Questions 5

The WPS gives the welder specific guidelines to:

Options:

A.  

Set the machine amperage, voltage, and travel speed.

B.  

Confirm the project heat input is followed during welding.

C.  

Successfully complete production welds.

D.  

Make imperfection/defect-free welds.

Discussion 0
Questions 6

What is the most capable NDE method for finding a discontinuity such as incomplete fusion in a joint?

Options:

A.  

MT

B.  

UT

C.  

ET

D.  

RT

Discussion 0
Questions 7

Which of the following is a hazard associated with in-service welding on a carbon steel pipe containing chlorine?

Options:

A.  

Explosion or unstable reaction with the addition of localized heat.

B.  

Exothermic decomposition or explosion.

C.  

Carbon steel will burn in the presence of chlorine and high heat.

D.  

Hydrogen released during welding process can initiate hydrogen-assisted cracking.

Discussion 0
Questions 8

If a test specimen from a welded coupon should fail during PQR mechanical tests:

Options:

A.  

Three out of four of the required test specimens must pass.

B.  

The test coupon fails and a new coupon is required.

C.  

Two additional test specimens from the coupon must be tested and pass.

D.  

The WPS fails.

Discussion 0
Questions 9

What is the purpose of a PQR?

Options:

A.  

To provide direction to the welder making production welds.

B.  

To establish the properties of the weldment.

C.  

To document that a welder has correctly followed a WPS.

D.  

To establish a welder's capability to make a quality weld.

Discussion 0
Questions 10

In hardness testing of carbon steel weldment specimens, there is an approximate relationship between hardness and:

Options:

A.  

Toughness

B.  

Tensile strength

C.  

Ductility

D.  

Yield strength

Discussion 0
Questions 11

Base metals are assigned P-numbers by the ASME Code, Section IX to reduce the number of:

Options:

A.  

Required welding procedure specifications.

B.  

Required welding procedure qualifications.

C.  

Required procedure and performance qualifications.

D.  

Required mechanical tests.

Discussion 0
Questions 12

Hardenability of a steel can be an indirect indicator of:

Options:

A.  

Weldability

B.  

Toughness

C.  

Strength

D.  

Cooling rate

Discussion 0
Questions 13

The weld symbol represents which type of weld groove?

Options:

A.  

Parallel

B.  

Scarf

C.  

Flare

D.  

Bevel

Discussion 0
Questions 14

Which of the following is an important aspect of a qualified WPS?

Options:

A.  

Welder qualification

B.  

Maintaining project schedule

C.  

Welding program effectiveness

D.  

Fabrication quality control

Discussion 0
Questions 15

In general, austenitic stainless steels are considered to have:

Options:

A.  

Good weldability.

B.  

Significant issues with lack of sidewall fusion.

C.  

Fewer problems with distortion.

D.  

A tendency toward lack of root pass fusion.

Discussion 0
Questions 16

What GMAW welding process uses carbon dioxide as the shielding gas, and is limited to the flat and horizontal position?

Options:

A.  

Spray transfer

B.  

Pulsed transfer

C.  

Globular transfer

D.  

Short circuiting transfer

Discussion 0
Questions 17

API Recommended Practice 2201 primarily covers the:

Options:

A.  

WPS/PQR aspects of in-service welding.

B.  

Technical aspects of hot tapping.

C.  

Safety aspects of in-service welding.

D.  

Weldability aspects of in-service welding.

Discussion 0
Questions 18

What is(are) the most appropriate action(s) to prepare an in-service carbon steel piping system that has been in caustic service for welding?

Options:

A.  

Neutralize and clean the surface within 6 in. (150 mm) of weld bevels

B.  

Steam out the piping system and dry

C.  

Verify with pH paper that any surface liquid is “basic"

D.  

Grind the surfaces near the bevel to remove contaminants

Discussion 0
Questions 19

A root opening of a groove weld is:

Options:

A.  

The surface of a joint member included in the groove.

B.  

A separation at the joint root between the work pieces.

C.  

The beveled surface of the joint members.

D.  

That portion of the groove face adjacent to the joint root.

Discussion 0
Questions 20

How much should each pass of the transducer overlap the previous path during a weld scan?

Options:

A.  

5% of the transducer element dimension.

B.  

10% of the transducer element dimension.

C.  

15% of the transducer element dimension.

D.  

20% of the transducer element dimension.

Discussion 0
Questions 21

What is the major cause of lack of fusion in all welding processes involving carbon steel?

Options:

A.  

Inadequate preheat

B.  

Improper welding speed

C.  

Improper heat input and improper welding technique

D.  

Not using a low hydrogen electrode or improper shielding

Discussion 0
Questions 22

To avoid burn through during in-service welding on thinner wall equipment, it is generally recommended to:

Options:

A.  

Use larger diameter electrodes.

B.  

Minimize weaving the bead.

C.  

Maximize weaving the bead.

D.  

Use high heat input.

Discussion 0
Questions 23

One limitation of a shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) process is that:

Options:

A.  

Deposition rates are lower than GMAW.

B.  

The process cannot be used in areas of limited access.

C.  

It has low tolerance for contaminants.

D.  

The process is sensitive to wind and draft.

Discussion 0
Questions 24

Which welding process produces a fast-freezing weld pool and is generally suited for joining thin sections or root passes?

Options:

A.  

GMAW-S

B.  

GTAW

C.  

GMAW

D.  

FCAW

Discussion 0
Questions 25

Codes/standards sometimes specify impact testing of weldments at minimum design metal temperatures to:

Options:

A.  

Assure that the welded material has sufficient yield strength to avoid brittle fracture.

B.  

Assure that the welded material has sufficient ductility to assist brittle fracture.

C.  

Assure that the welded material has sufficient toughness to resist brittle fracture.

D.  

Assure that the welded material has sufficient tensile strength to avoid failure at design loads.

Discussion 0
Questions 26

At least how far on each side of the weld should preheat be maintained?

Options:

A.  

2 in. (5.1 cm)

B.  

3 in. (7.6 cm)

C.  

4 in. (10.2 cm)

D.  

6 in. (15.2 cm)

Discussion 0
Questions 27

For SMAW welding, the last number of the electrode identification identifies:

Options:

A.  

Chemical composition.

B.  

Electrode operating characteristics.

C.  

Welding position.

D.  

Coating operating characteristics.

Discussion 0
Questions 28

Prior to any welding, inspectors should review the:

Options:

A.  

WPQ to verify that the welder is qualified to perform the welding, given its position and process.

B.  

WPQ to verify that the specification in use is correct.

C.  

PQR to verify that the welder is qualified to perform the welding, given its position and process.

D.  

WPS to verify that the welder is qualified to perform the welding, given its position and process.

Discussion 0
Questions 29

Where is the weld HAZ assumed to be for purposes of hardness testing?

Options:

A.  

0.25 inch on either side of the fusion zone

B.  

0.25 inch away from the toe of the weld into the base metal

C.  

1 inch on either side of the centerline of the weld

D.  

Just adjacent to the toe of the weld

Discussion 0
Questions 30

For what maximum outside diameter may a radiographic technique be used in which the radiation passes through two walls and the weld in both walls is viewed for acceptance?

Options:

A.  

1.5 in. (38.0 mm)

B.  

2.5 in. (63.5 mm)

C.  

3 in.(76.2 mm)

D.  

3.5 in. (90.0 mm)

Discussion 0
Questions 31

A crack with its major axis oriented approximately perpendicular to the weld axis is called a:

Options:

A.  

Lamellar crack.

B.  

Non-directional crack.

C.  

Transverse crack.

D.  

Perpendicular crack.

Discussion 0
Questions 32

When verifying that the filler metal selection is appropriate for the base metal being welded, an inspector should consider:

Options:

A.  

Chemical composition.

B.  

Tensile strength to be higher than the base metal.

C.  

Acceptability of physical properties.

D.  

Need for postweld heat treatment (PWHT).

Discussion 0
Questions 33

Which of the following is not usually an essential variable on a WPS form?

Options:

A.  

Welding technique

B.  

Groove design

C.  

Base metal

D.  

Welding position

Discussion 0