Open Book (26-02-18)

1 . If the repair area is localized (for example, pitting or pinholes) and the SMYS of the pipe is
not more than 40,000 psi (275,800 kPa).

2. The test fluid If the liquid is flammable, its flash point shall be at least 120 °F (49 °C) or
greater.

3. (Magnet lifting power )Each weight shall be weighed with a scale from a reputable
manufacturer and stenciled with the applicable nominal weight prior to first use ( ASME V – T –
762 (d).

4. Filler metal not listed in ASME 9 can use to weld: when wps qualified and welder qualified.

5. Which of these is not an acceptable temporary repair patch for an NPS 12 carbon steel pipe with
localized corrosion?

A) 6 inch (150 mm) circular patch

B) 8 inch (200 mm) circular patch

C) 6 in. x 6 in. (150 x 150 mm) square patch with 1 in. (25 mm) radius corners

D) 6 in. x 6 in. (150 x 150 mm) square patch with 2 in. (50 mm) radius corners

Answer: B … 570, 8.1.4.1 Annex C, Figure C-2 … ½ Diameter rule … A/C/D = OK

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6.The density of step wedge comparison film and densitometer calibrations shall be verified by using
calibrated step wedge film traceable to:

A) An ASME V Standard certified film B) An ASME calibrated step wedge

C) An ASNT certified procedure D) National standard (step tablet)

Answer: D … ASME V, Art. 2, T-262.1.a  Densitometer/Step Wedge Comp. Film

7. Which inspection method is suitable for locating corrosion cells, galvanic anodes, stray currents,
coating problems, underground contacts, and areas of low pipe-to-soil potential?

A) Soil resistivity testing B) Close interval potential surveys

C) Particle examination D) Holiday pipe coating survey

Answer: B … (API 570, Para. 9.3.2 topic)  See API 574, Para. 10.10.1.2, 1st Para.

8. A buried piping system for 100 psig service is hydrostatically tested at 125 psig for 8 hours. After 4
hours, the pressure dropped 5 psig, and the system was repressurized back to 125 psig. During the
remaining 4 hours, the pressure drop was noted again to be by 5 psig. According to API 570, the
inspector should:
A) Accept the test as successful

B) Visually inspect the piping and find the leak

C) Repeat the test and conduct further inspection

D) Excavate the piping and conduct an external visual inspection

Answer: A … API 570, Par. 9.3.7  IF MORE THAN 5% DROP, D is then correct

9. A piping system is designed for 300 psig at 700°F. The allowable stress value at test temperature is
20 ksi. The allowable stress at design temperature is 15 ksi. Which of the following pressures is to be
used in a pneumatic test?

A) 440 psig B) 450 psig C) 562 psig D) 330 psig

Answer: D … API 570, Para. 5.8.2  B31.3, Sect. 345.5.4  300 x 1.1 = 330 psig

10. In general, the corrosion resistance of iron and nickel alloys in sulfidation atmospheres is
dependent upon the content of:

A) Molybdenum B) Chromium C) Nickel D) Niobium or titanium

Answer: B … API 571, Par. 4.4.2.3.e  McConomy Curves  Chromium content

11. Which of the following is the standard height of the raised face portion of a Class 400 raised face
flange?

A) .060 in (2 mm) B) .100 (2.5 mm) C) .125 (3 mm) D) .250 (7 mm)

Ans: D … ASME B16.5, Sect. 6.4.1  Class 150 & 300 = 2mm, Class 400+ = 7 mm
12. The most extensively used NDE method for welds is:
A) Penetrant Testing B) Visual testing

C) Radiographic testing D) Magnetic Particle Testing

Answer: B … API 577, Par. 9.3.1, 1st Sentence … easy … All welds must have VT

13. The rate of corrosion under insulation will usually not be increased by insulation systems that:
A) Contain chloride salts B) Do not utilize vapor barriers

C) Wick moisture D) Are made of closed-cell foam glass

Answer: D … API 571, Par. 4.3.3.7.c … easy … A/B/C cause increased corrosion Note: The term
“wicking” = holds moisture  Critical Factor “e” 4.3.3.3.e

14. When cracking is suspected and an internal visual inspection reveals no indications of cracks,
which of these testing methods is NOT recommended by API 574 as a spot check?
A) Penetrant Testing B) Visual testing

C) Radiographic testing D) Magnetic Particle Testing

Answer: C … API 574, Par. 10.3.2.2 … RT is unreliable for environmental cracking

15. An inspection reveals that a repaired NPS 4 seamless pipe, A-53 Gr. B, has a thickness of 0.180
inches. If the service is 1000 psig at 500°F, what is the actual remaining corrosion allowance
considering only internal pressure?
A) 0.043 inches B) 0.064 inches C) 0.070 inches D) 0.116 inches

Answer: B … Barlow calc, ASME B31.3 Table A-1 (S=19 ksi), Table A-1B (E = 1.0), PD = 1,000 x 4.500 =
4,500 ÷ 38,000 (2SE=2x19000x1)=.118 … .180 - .118 = 0.062 in.

16. Insert repair patches may be of any shape but must:

A) Have a test hole

B) Have rounded corners

C) Be double the pipe thickness

D) Be 1.5 times the minimum stress of original material

Answer: B … API 570, Para. 8.1.4.2.c … 25 mm minimum radius also required!

17. An NPS 12 carbon steel standard pipe in Class 2 service, designed to operate at 450 psig and 500°F
(260°C) with an allowable stress of 20 ksi, has a thickness at inspection of 0.280 inches (7.1 mm). What
is the maximum interval for the next thickness measurement inspection (assume no RBI, E=1.0, Corr.
rate = 25 MPY)?

A) 2.7 years B) 5 years

C) 5.5 years D) 10 years

Ans: A … 570 Par. 6.3.3  UT Thickness meas interval = Lesser of 10 yrs or ½ RL

t required = PD ÷ 2SE: 450 x 12.75 ÷ 2 (20,000) (1) = 5,738 ÷ 40,000 = 0.143 inches

RL = 0.280 in. (t actual) – 0.143 inches = 0.137 inches ÷ 0.025 (25 MPY) = 5.48 yrs

Use lesser of ½ RL (½ RL = 2.74 yrs) or Table 2 value 10 years (Class 2) = 2.7 yrs

18. SMAW Essential variable ( Preheat limitation 100 F). WPS Given

19. Welder Not Qualified for 12 month no welding.

20. ASME 16.5 , 5.3.4 , Low Strength Bolting temp. )‫)اخر سطرين‬.

21. API 574 (10.3.8) Hot Spot.

22. ASME B 16.5 ( Flange RF – Rating 300 , NPS 6 , Length of stud bolt required =120mm)

23. Under Cut Definition.

24. IQI (Wire type) Depend on Weldment thickness.

25,26,27. Acc. cr. of tensile , Bend and thickness range on given WPS. (03 Questions)

28. pigging not possible for globe Valve.

29. (2G , 5G) Qualification for All position.

30. CUI Temp. for CS and SS.

31. API 571 .(4.3.10.6 – (C)) nickel base alloys exhibit much lower corrosion rates.

32. API 571 (4.4.2.7 (C)) Evidence of thinning can be detected using external ultrasonic thickness
measurements and profile radiography.

33. AP 571 (4.5.1.3 (d)) alloys with nickel contents above 35% are highly resistant and alloys above
45% are nearly immune.

34. AP 571 (4.5.1.7 (b)) PT or phase analysis EC techniques are the preferred methods.

35. AP 571 (4.5.3.6 (C)) Nickel base alloys are more resistant to cracking…etc

36. IQI type (Hole type) Which hole should be visible.

37. Injection point Range .

38. PSV Non Fouling Non Corrosive (10 Years).

39. ASME Sec. 5 Article 6 PT (Table T-621.1) ‫ جاب سؤال ايه المطلوب من ال‬essential variables.

40. ASME Sec 9 . QW-304.2 If

a production weld is selected for welder performance qualification and it
does not meet the examination standards, the welder has failed the test. In this event, the entire
Production weld made by this welder shall be examined and repaired by a qualified welder or
welding operator. Alternatively, retests may be made as permitted in QW-320.

41. API 578, (5.3) Equipment Calibration “The person(s) performing the PMI testing should calibrate and/or
verify the test equipment performance as specified by the equipment manufacturer.”

42. ASME 16.5 ( 6.4.5.3) Other Flange Facings. Either a serrated concentric or serrated spiral finish having a
resultant surface finish from (3.2 _to 6.3 _m(125 _in. to 250 _in.)

43. A53 ERW Ej = 0.85 from table A-1B.