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True or False: On a WPS, backing material, if used, will be documented on the document for the
FCAW, GMAW, GTAW and SMAW process? True
If a WPS indicates it is to be used to weld Single Bevel groove welds, the Groove Angle
dimension provided on the WPS represents the ____________________? Groove angle
and Bevel angle
The number of bend tests required for a 3G plate test is ___________________? 2
A WPS was established without Postweld Heat Treating (PWHT), the contractor now wants to
PWHT because of cracking issues. What should be done in this scenario? Qualify a new
WPS and a new PQR with PWHT
A welder tested on GTAW will have to be requalified if he/she changes from
________________________. AC to DC or DC to AC and change in polarity
A previously qualified welding procedure may be revised without requiring requalification for
which of the following? Change from forehand to backhand technique
What is the abbreviation for ultrasonic testing? UT
, What is true for weld repair and inspection of pipeline? Prior to welding, the repair groove
shall be examined visually and by either PT or MT to verify complete removal of the defect.
What is the abbreviation for porosity? P
What is correct when applying the Pipeline criteria? Undercut is not allowed to be more
than 1/32 inch deep or greater than 12/5% of the wall thickness.
The removal of weld metal or portions of the base metal shall be done by: Machining,
grinding, chipping or gouging
Typical things that are unacceptable to the requirements of pressure piping are __________.
Cracks.
Undercut or any reduction of base metal at the toe of the weld greater than 1/32 " in depth.
Lack of Fusion.
Pipeline defects may be removed by grinding, chipping or gouging or by a combination of these
methods followed by a weld repair. The repair groove shall be examined by _________________
or _____________________ to verify complete removal of the defect. Magnetic Particle
Testing or Liquid Penetrant Testing
What should you do if the ase metal has no specified minimum tensile strength? Accept
the tensile test, if it breaks in the base material