Lo, |: ELITE RNa Elite engineering services Cute Guide API 1104 CUTE GUIDE OF API 1104 Bassam Abdelazeem +966538391734 Elite engineering services Mr. Bassam Abdelazeem Cute Guide API 1104Welding of Pipelines and Related Facilities Scope Q-1 API 1104 covers the gas and arc welding of A. Butt welds B. Fillet welds C. Socket welds D. All of the above E, None of the above Answer: D... API 1104, 2014 ...... clauses 1 Scope Q-2 API 1104 applies to new construction and in-services welding of A. carbon steel piping B. low-alloy steel piping C. stainless steel piping D. All of the above E. (A) & (B) above Answer: E... API 1104, 2014 ...... clauses 1 Scope Q3 according to API 1104, which process cannot be performed? A. SMAW B. SAW c. ESW D. Flash butt weld E. None of the above Answer: C... API 1104, 2014 ...... clauses 1 Scope Specifications Q1 Equipment that does not meet the requirements of the API 1104 shall be A. Used as it is. B. Repaired. C. Replace. D. (B) and (C) above. E. (B) or (C) above. Answer: E... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 4.1 Equipment Q-2 Applies to the welding of pipe and fitting that confirm to which specifications A. API 1104. B. ASTM. lite engineering services Mr. Bassam Abdelazeem Cute Guide API 1104Cc. ASME. D. (B) and (C) above. E. (A) and (B) above. Answer: B... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 4.2 Materials / 4.2.1 Pipe and Piping Components Q-3 Atmospheres for shielding an arc may consist of A. Inert gases. B. Active gases. C. Mixture of inert and active gases. D. All of the above. E. None of the above. Answer: D... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 4.2.3 Shielding Gases /4.2.3-1 Types Q4 the dryness and purity of shielding gas has a great influence on welding and should A. have a minimum dew point of -40°F[-40"c] B. be qualified for the welding process C. be specified by the engineer D. be of values suitable for the process and material being used E, frequently measured during welding. Answer: D... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 4.2.3 Shielding Gases /4.2.3.1 Types Q 5 Which statement(s) is/are correct regarding storage and handling of shielding gases? A. Shielding gases may be intermixed in the field in their original contains B. The containers shall be stores away from extremes of temperature. C. Gases in containers that show signs of damage shall not to be used D. all of the above E. only (B) and (C) above Answer: E... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 4.2.3 Shielding Gases / 4.2.3.2 Storage and Handling Qualification of Welding Procedures with Filler Metal Additions Q- 1 Procedure Specifications must include. A. filler metal sizes and classifications B. ranges of outside diameters and wall thicknesses C. minimum number and Sequence of beads D. all of the above E. Only (A) and (B) above lite engineering services Mr. Bassam Abdelazeem Cute Guide API 1104Answer: D... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 5.3.2 Specification Information Q- 2 Which of the following require (s) procedure requalification for semiautomatic GMAW? A. a change in position from roll to fixed B. a change from one shieling gas to another C. a change in welding direction from vertical uphill to vertical downhill D. all of the above E. only (A) and (B) above all of the above. Answer: D... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 5.4.2 Changes Requiring Requalification Q3 which of the following changes would not require re-qualification of semiautomatic FCAW procedure? A. An increase in the specified minimum pre-heat temperature B. a change from on shielding gas to another C. a change in the range for speed D. all of the above E. only (b) and (C) Answer: A... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 5.4.2 Changes Requiring Requalification Q-4 which of the following changes would require requalification of a SMAW procedure A. a change from AC to DC welding current B. an increase in the maximum time between completion of the root bead and the start of the seconds head C. a change in the direction of weld from vertical downhill to vertical uphill D. all of the above E. only (A) and (B) above. Answer: D... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 5.4.2 Changes Requiring Requalification Q-5 Which of the following tests is/are required for butt weld procedure qualification testing of 6-5/8 inch {168 mm} diameter pipe with 1/2 inch {12. mm} wall thickness? A. Tensile test B. Nick break C. Root bend D. Face bend E. Alll of the above Answer: E... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 5.6 Testing of Welded Joints—Butt Welds/Table 2—Type and Number of Test Specimens for Procedure lite engineering services Mr. Bassam Abdelazeem Cute Guide API 1104Q-6 which of the following tests is /are required for butt weld procedure qualification testing of 6-5/8 inch [168] mm diameter pipe with 2 inch [1 2.7mm] wall thickness? A. 2 tensile test B. 2 Nick break C, 2 root bend D. 2 face bend E. all of the above Answer: E... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 5.6 Testing of Welded Joints—Butt Welds/Table 2—Type and Number of Test Specimens for Procedure Qualification Test Q7 Which of the following test specimens are required for a butt weld procedure qualification test with 24 inch [600 mm] diameter pipe with 0.625 inch [16 mm] wall thickness with semiautomatics FCAW? A. 2 tensile, 2 nick break, 2 root bend and 2 face bend specimens B. 4 tensile, 4 nick break, and 8 side bend specimens C. 4 tensile, 4 nick break, 4 root bend, and 4 face bend specimens D. 2 tensile, 2 nick break, and 4 side bend specimens E. 2 nick break and 2 side bend specimens Answer: B... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 5.6 Testing of Welded Joints—Butt Welds/T'able 2—'lype and Number of ‘rest Specimens for Procedure Qualification Test Q-8 how many test specimens required for procedure qualification test if diameter pipe less than 1.315 in. (33.4 mm) in with inch [1 2.7mm] wall thickness? A. 2 nick break and 2 root bend. B. 1 nick break and 1 root bend. C. 1 full section strength specimen. D. 1 tensile, 2 nick break and 2 root bend. E. all of the above Answer: C... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 5.6 Testing of Welded Joints—Butt Welds/ Table 2 (Note a)—Type and Number of Test Specimens for Procedure Qualification Test Q9 Tensile-strength test specimens: ‘A. May be machine or oxygen cut. B. Shall be approximately g inches [230 mm] long and approximately 1 inch [25 mm] wide. ©. Is necessary, shall be machined so that the sides are smooth and parallel. D. lite engineering services Mr. Bassam Abdelazeem Cute Guide API 1104All of the above E. Only (a) and (b) above Answer: D... API 1104, 2014 ‘Sub-clauses 5.6.2 Tensile-strength Test / 5.6.2.1 Preparation Qo the tensile strength of a butt weld for procedure qualification, including the fusion zone of each specimen: A. Shall be greater than or equal to the specified minimum tensile strength of the pipe material. B. Need not be greater than or equal to the actual tensile strength of the material. €. Shall equal or exceed the actual tensile strength of the material. D. Only (A) and (B) above E, Only (A) and (C) above Answer: D... API 1104, 2014 Sub-clauses 5.6.2 Tensile Strength Test / 5.6.2.3 Requirements Q11 which of the following acceptance criteria accurately applies to a Nick- break specimen removed from a weld procedure qualification test A. the exposed surfaces of each specimen shall show complete penetration and fusion B, the companied area of all gas pockets shall not exceed 5% of the exposed surface area C. slag inclusion shall not be more than 1/16 inch [16mm] in depth D. all of the above F. only [A] and [C] Answer: A... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 5.6.3 Nick Break Test/ 5.6.3-3 Requirements Q12 Which of the following imperfection is acceptable in a nick-break specimen used for procedure qualification? A. incomplete penetration 1/6inch [1.6mm] in length B. a gas pocket 1/8 inch in diameter C. a slag inclusion [1/16mm] in depth D. two slag inclusion 7/16 inch [11mm] part E. a fisheye 1/8 inch [3mm] in diameter Answer: E... API 1104, 2014 Sub-clauses 5.6.3 Nick Break Test/ 5.6.3.3 Requirements 13 what are the requirements for root-bend and face -bend test specimens for procedure qualification A. they shall be approximately 9 inches [230mm] long and 1 inch [23mm] wide Elite engineering services Mr. Bassam Abdelazeem Cute Guide API 1104B. they shall be machined smooth and all machining marks shall be light and parallel to the weld C. the cover and root-bead reinforcement shall be removed flush with the suffuses of the specimen D. All of the above E. only [A]and [C] above. Answer: E... API 1104, 2014 Sub-clauses 5.6.4 Root and Face Bend Test/ 5.6.4.1 Preparation Q-14 the weld and fusion zone of side bend test shall be considered acceptable under which of the following conditions? A. no crack or other imperfection exceeds 1/8 inch [3mm] B. no crack or other imperfection exceeds one -half the nominal wall thickness €. no crack or other imperfection exceeds % inch [ 6mm] D. (A) or (B) above, whichever is smaller E. (B) or (C) above whichever is smaller Answer: D... API 1104, 2014 Sub-clauses 5.6.5 Side Bend Test/ 5.6.4.3 Requirements ements for preparation of fillet weld test specimens for procedure qualification A. the number of specimens required is 2 B. the specimens shall be machine cut and machined smooth C, the specimens shall be air cooled to ambient temperature prior to testing D. they shall be 2 inches [50mm] wide F. (A) and (C) above Answer: C... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 5.8 Testing of Welded Joints— Fillet Welds/5.8.1 Preparation Qualification of Welders Q-1 For qualification, a welder shall ~ - A. be allowed responsible time to adjust the welding equipment to be used B. use the same technique he will use if he passes the test and permitted to do production welding C. qualify for welding by performing a test on segment of pipe nipples or on full-size pipe nipples D. all of the above E. only (A)and (C)above Answer: E... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 6.1 General Q2 which of the following changes in variable(S) require(S) welder requalification Elite engineering services Mr. Bassam Abdelazeem Cute Guide API 1104A. a change of the electrode diameter B. a change in steel pipe composition C. a change in joint design D. a change from group 1 to a group 2 filler metal E. a change from a pipe carrying oil to one carrying gas Answer: C... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 6.2 Single Qualification / 6.2.2 Scope Q3 If a multiple qualification is obtained by shielded metal arc welding a 6- 5/8 inch [170mm] schedule 4o pipe (0.280 inch [7.11mm] nominal wall). Which of the following changes in production do not require the welder to requalify? A. a change to 2inch [50mm] standard wall pipe (0.154inch [3.91mm] wall thickness) B. a change from E601 0 electrodes on the root bead pass to E7018 €. Change from downhill to uphill welding on the root bead D. change to GMAW on the root bead E. none of the above Answer: A... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 6.2 Single Qualification / 6.: Scope Q4 A multiple welder qualification is obtained using SMAW ON a 14 inch [356mm] outside diameter a pipe and a full -size branch -connection weld on pipe with an OD of 14 inches [356mm]. Which of the following changes in production do require the welder to requalify? A. a change to 2 inch [50mm] standard wall Thickness B. a change from an E018 Electrode to an Ego10-A1 electrode C. a change from an Ego18 electrode to an E 7015 electrode D. a change in joint design E. a change to a different position Answer: B... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 6.3 Multiple Qualification/ 6. Scope/ Table 1—Filler Metal Groups Q5 which of the following visual examination requirement must be met for a welder qualification test to pass A. it shall be free of crack B. it shall be free of burn through C. it must present a neat, workman -like appearance D. all of the above E. only (A) and (B) Answer: D... API 1104, 2014 «+++ Sub-clauses 6.4 Visual Examination lite engineering services Mr. Bassam Abdelazeem Cute Guide API 1104& 6 Which is the following visual examination requirements must be met for a welder qualification test to pass? A. No undercutting is permitted B, the depth of undercutting adjacent to the final bead on outside of the pipe shall not excedi/32 inch (0.8mm) or 12.5% of the pipe wall thickness, whichever is less. €. The depth of undercutting adjacent to the final bead on the outside of the pipe shall not exceed 1/6 inch [1.6mm] or 25% of the pipe wall thickness, whichever is less. There shall not be more than 2 inches [50mm] of undercutting in any continuous 12 inch [300mm] length of weld E, only (B) and (D) above. Answer: E... API 1104, 2014 .. Sub-clauses 6.4 Visual Examination )- 7 how many test specimens required for welder qualification if pipe diameter is greater than 12.75 in. and wall thickness of 0.75 in.? Answer: D... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 6.5 Destructive ‘Testing /6.5-1 Sampling of Test Butt Welds / Table 3—Type and Number of Butt Weld Test Specimens per Welder for Welder Qualification Test and Destructive Testing of Production Welds Q-8 Welder qualification with E7016-A1 electrodes also covers production welding with which of the following? A. EXX10 B. E9018-M C. E7010-A1 D. E8010 E, None of the above Answer: B... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 6.2 Single Qualification / 6.2.2 (C) Scope / Table 1—Filler Metal Groups A. E6010 to E7010-A1, B. E7015 to E 7018. C. E7o10-A1 to E7018. D. All of the above E. None of the above Answer: C... API 1104, 2014 «1... Sub-clauses 6.2 Single Qualification / 6.2.2 (C) lite engineering services Mr. Bassam Abdelazeem Cute Guide API 1104Scope /Table 1—Filler Metal Groups Q-10 A welder qualified with an E6010 electrode is also qualified to weld with which of the following electrodes? A.E7010-A1 B. E 8010-P1 . E 9010-6 D. All of the above E. None of the above Answer: D... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 6.2 Single Qualification / 6.2.2 (©) Scope /Table 1—Filler Metal Groups Q11 which of the following requirements apply to testing fillet welds for welder qualification? A. An approximately equal number of specimens shall be removed from each segment if the test weld consists of segments of pipe nipples. B, Specimens shall be cut from each test weld. C. The specimens shall be circumferential weld. D. All of the above E. Only (A) and (B) above Answer: E... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 6.5 Destructive Testing/ 6.5.6 Sampling of Test Fillet Welds Exercise Questions Design and Preparation of a Joint for Production Welding Q- 1 Welding on a surface Containing Scale--. ai A. is only allowed if the surface is smooth B. requires that it be free of laminations C. is permitted only if all grease, paint and other deleterious material has been removed D. all of the above E. is not allowed Answer: E... API 1104, 2014 .. Sub-clauses 7.1 General 2 When are alignment variations larger than the recommended maximum permitted in abutting ends of pipe? A. when the variation is caused is by variations of the pipe end dimensions within the pipe purchase specification tolerances B. when the variations have been distributed essentially uniformly around the circumference of the pipe C. when the variations are caused by pip by pipe handling procedures D. all of the above E. uly (A) and (B) above ite engineering services Mr. Bassam Abdelazeem Cute Guide API 1104Answer: E... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 7.2 Alignment Q- 3 What is the recommended maximum offset when aligning pipe ends with the same nominal thicknesses that show no variations in dimension? A. 1/32 inch [0.8mm] B. 1/6 inch [2mm] C. 1/8 inch [3mm] D. 1/4 inch [6mm] E. 3/8 inch [1omm] Answer: C... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 7.2 Alignment Q-4 which of the following conditions must be met to permit removal of an external line up clamp before the root bead is completed? A. The procedure specification permits it B. The completed root bead segments should be uniformly spaced around the circumference of the pipe C. The completed root bead segments shall have an aggregate length of all least 50%of the pipe circumference D. alll of the above E. only (A) and (B) above Answer: D... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 7.3 Use of Lineup Clamp for Butt Welds 5 pipe end field bevels are allowed to be made by A. machine tool cutting B. machine oxygen cutting C. manual oxygen cutting when authorized D. any of the above E. not specified Answer: D... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 7.4.2 Field Bevel Q-6 which method used to prepare field bevels on pipe ends requires authorization by the company? A. Machine tool cutting B. Machine oxygen cutting C. Manual oxygen cutting D. Any of the above E. Only (A) or (B) above Answer: C... API 1104, 2014 . Q7 which of the following weather condition(s) will prohibit welding from being done A. airborne moisture B. blowing sands lite engineering services Cute Guide API 1104C. high winds D. all of the above E. only (B) and(C) above Answer: D... API 1104, 2014 Sub-clauses 7.5 Weather Conditions Q-8 which of the following statements is/are correct regarding cleaning between beads? A. scale and slag shall be removed B. power tools shall be used when called for in the procedure specification otherwise, cleaning may be performed with either hand or power tools C. When semiautomatic or mechanized welding is used, bead starts and points need not be removed D. all of the above E. only (A) and (B) above Answer: E... API 1104, 2014. Sub-clauses 7.7 Cleaning Between Beads 9 When cleaning between beads during mechanized welding, which of the following is/are correct? A. Surface porosity clusters, bead stars, and high points shall be removed by grinding. B. Upon request, heavy glass deposits shall be removed. C. Only hand tools may be used. D. All of the above E, Only (A) and (B) above Answer: E... API 1104, 2014. Sub-clauses 7.7 Cleaning Between Beads Q-10 what is the recommended width of the weld face of a completed position weld? A. approximately the same width as the width of the original groove B, approximately 1/16 inch (2mm) wider than the width of the original groove C. approximately 1/8 inch (3mm) wider than the width of the original groove D. Approximately 3/16 inch (5mm) wider than the width of original groove E. there is no recommended width. Answer: C... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 7.8.2 Filler and Finish Beads Q-11 the crown surface of the weld should not be raised above the parent no more than: A. 1/16 inch [1.6 mm] B. 1/8 inch [3.2 mm] C. The width of the original groove D. The width of the root bead TB. None of the above Elite engineering services Mr. Bassam Abdelazeem Cute Guide API 1104Answer: A... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 7.9.2 Filler and Finish Beads Q-12 When inspecting the filler and finish beads of a position weld, which of the following is/are reject able? A. The finish bead’s crown surface falls below the out said surface of the pipe. B. The finish bead’s crown surface is raised above the parent material by 1/8 in [3 mm]. C. Two beads were started at the same location. D. Only (A) or (c) above E. Only (A) or (B) above Answer: E... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 7.9.2 Filler and Finish Beads Q13 How shall welds identify their welds? A. With a P stamp B, in the manner prescribed by the company C. with their certification number D. with their initials and date completed E. if any manner suitable to the welder Answer: B... API 1104, 2014 Sub-clauses 7.10 Identification of Welds Q-14 When materials or weather conditions make preheating necessary, preheating should be done: A. When post heating is also required. B. When requested by the welder. C. When the pipe temperature is less than 70°F [21°C]. D. Prior to repair welding. E, When specified by the procedure specification. Answer: E... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 7.11 Preheat and PWHT Inspection and Testing of Production Welds Q-1 the welds shall be evaluated on the basis of -. A. Section 7 B. Section 9 C. at the company’s option, Appendix A. D. (B) or (C) above E. none of the above Answer: D... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 8.2 Methods of Inspection Q-2 the Company shall retain documentation of the qualification of welding inspectors, which shall include but not necessarily be limited to-~ - A. Result of any qualification examinations B. education aud experience Elite engineering services Mr. Bassam Abdelazeem Cute Guide API 1104¢. training D. All of the above E. none of the above Answer: D... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 8.3 Qualification of Inspection Personnel Q-3 Non-destructive testing personnel shall be certified to level I, Il or III in accordance with ~ A. The recommendations of American Society for Nondestructive testing, Recommended Practice No.SNT-TC-1 A, ACCP B. any other recognized national certification program C. API 1104 D. ASTM E, (A) or (B) above Answer: E... API 1104, 2014 .. Sub-clauses 8.4 Certification of NDT Personnel / 8.4.1 Procedures Q4 In accordance with which one of the following standards shall non destruction testing personal be certified for magnetic particle testing (MT)? A. ASNT SNT-TC-1A. B. ISO 1027 C. AWS QC1 D. ASTM E 165 E, ASIM E 709 Answer: A... API 1104, 2014 .. Sub-clauses 8.4 Certification of NDT Personnel / 8.4.1 Procedures Q-5 Levels I and II non-destructive testing personnel shall be recertified at least-- A. every 3 years. B. every 5 years C. every 6 years D. every 4 years E. (A) and (B) above Answer: B... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 8.4 Certification of NDT Personnel / 8.4.2 Record Acceptance Standards for Nondestructive Testing Q1A company may reject any weld that appears to meet the standards of acceptability if, in its opinion: A. Inspection personnel are qualified by experience only. B. The depth of an imperfection may be detrimental to the weld. ©. The weld was magnetic particle inspected. lite engineering services Mr. Bassam Abdelazeem Cute Guide API 1104D. The length of the discontinuity is close to exceeding the allowable. E. The discontinuity is in the root of the weld. Answer: B... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 9.2 Rights of Rejection Q-2 After a 24-inch [600 mm] diameter pipe was radiographer, it was discovered to contain on indication of inadequate penetration of the weld root due to incomplete filling. This condition is acceptable provided its length does not exceed which of the following? A. 8% of the weld length B. 12 inches [300 mm] C.1 inch [25 mm] D. 2 inches [50 mm] E. Not specified Answer: C... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 9.3 Radiographic Testing / 9.3.1 Inadequate Penetration Without High-low (IP) 3 what discontinuity is found between two adjacent beads or between a weld bead and the base metal that is not open to the surface? A. internal concavity B. inadequate penetration of weld root C. hollow bead D. incomplete fusion due to cold lap E. none of the above Answer: D... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 9.3 Radiographic Testing / 9.3.5 Incomplete Fusion Due to Cold Lap (IFD) Q-4 what subsurface imperfection in unique to weld made from both sides A. incomplete fusion B. inadequate penetration due to high low C. in adequate cross penetration in adequate penetration without high low incomplete fusion due to cold lap Answer: E... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 9.3 Radiographic Testing / 9.3.5 Incomplete Fusion Due to Cold Lap (IFD) the following discontinuities is allowed provided that the density of its radiographic image does not exceed that of the thinnest adjacent base metal? A. undercut B. Elongated C. Hollow bead D. wormhole porosity lite engineering services Cute Guide API 1104E. internal concavity Answer: E... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 9.3 Radiographic Testing / 9.3.6 Internal Concavity (IC) 6 When internal concavity is visually identified and the density of the radiograph does not exceed that of the adjacent thinner parent metal, the internal concavity shall be: A. Acceptable regardless of length B. acceptable if length id less than 1/2inch (13mm) C. evaluated based on the requirement for burn -through D. repaired using a qualified repair procedure E. verified using ultrasonic examination Answer: A... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 9.3 Radiographic Testing / 9.3.6 Internal Concavity (IC) Q7 In any continuous 12 inch [300 mm] length of weld, what is the total length of isolated slag inclusions allowed for 6 inch [150 mm] diameter pipe? A. 1/32 inch [0.8 mm] B. 1/16 inch [1.6 mm] C. 1/8 inch [3 mm] D. % inch [6 mm] E. Yainch [13 mm] Answer: E... API 1104, 2014 sub-clauses 9.3 Radiographic ‘esting / 9.3.8 Slag Inclusions / 9.3.8.2 Large Diameter Pipe / d) Q-8 which of the following criteria make cluster porosity in the finish pass a defect? A. If the diameter of the cluster exceeds 1/2 inch [13 mm] B. If the total of the porosity in the cluster exceeds 1/2 inch [13 mm] C. If the aggregate length of cluster porosity in any continuous 12 inch [300 mm] length of weld exceeds 1 inch [25 mm] D. If the diameter of the cluster exceeds 25% of the nominal wall thickness E. Only (A) and (C) above Answer: E... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 9.3 Radiographic Testing / 9.3.9.3 Cluster Porosity (CP) 9 after the 24 inch [600mm] diameter pipe was radiographed; it was discovered that contain one area of Hollow Bead (HB) Porosity. which of the following condition is acceptable? A. The length of an individual indication of HB exceeds 1/2 in. (13 mm). B. The aggregate length of indications of HB in any continuous 12 in. (300 mm) length of weld exceeds 2 in. (50 mm). Elite engineering services Mr. Bassam Abdelazeem Cute Guide API 1104C. The length of an individual indication of HB is 3/8 in. (9.5 mm). D. The length of an individual indication of HB exceeds 2 inch [50mm]. E. The aggregate length of all indications of HB exceeds 8% of the weld length. Answer: C.,. API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 9.3 Radiographic Testing / 9. Hollow Bead (HB) Porosity Q-10 after the 24 inch [600mm] diameter pipe was radiographed; it was discovered that contain one area of Hollow-bead porosity (HB) of the weld root. This condition is acceptable provided its length does not exceed which of the following? A. 8% of the weld length B. 12 inches [300mm] C.1 inch [25mm] D. 2 inch [50mm] Answer: D... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses y.3 Radiographic Testing / 9.3.9.4 Hollow Bead (HB) Porosity Q-11 Individual hollow bead discontinuities shall be considered a defect if tow (2) HB indications exceeding in length are separated by less than 2 in [50 mm]. A. 2 inch [50 mm] B. 1 inch [25 mm] C. 1/2 inch [13 mm] D. 1/4 inch [6 mm] E. Not specified Answer: D... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 9.3 Radiographic Testing / 9.3 Hollow Bead (HB) Porosity Q12 which of the following relevant liquid penetrant indications shall be considered defect? A. a crater crack 1/8 inch [3mm] in length B. a Crater crack 5/32inch [4mm] in length €. a crater crack 1/4 inch [6mm]Jin length D. Incomplete fusion which totals 3/4inch [19mmlin 10 inches [250mm] continuous weld E. in complete fusion which totals 1/2 inch [13mm]in azinches [300mm] continuous weld. Answer: C... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 9.5 Liquid Penetrant Testing / 9.5.2 Acceptance Standards Elite engineering services Mr. Bassam Abdelazeem Cute Guide API 1104Repair and Removal of Weld Defects Q-1A company my authorized weld cracks to be repaired provided the crack is less than -- -of the weld length A. 8% B. 12-1/2% c.1/6 D. 1/32 Answer: A... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 10.2.2 Crack Repairs Q-2 The company may authorize weld crack to be required provided that. A. They are less than 2 in {50 mm} in length. B. They are inspected using acoustic-emission. C. A qualified repair welding procedure is used. D. They are less than 8% of the weld length. E. (C) and (D) above Answer: E... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 10.2.2 Crack Repairs 3 how may a1 -inch [25mm] long crack, which is found in circumferential weld on a 24 inch [600mm] diameter pipe using magnetic particle testing during a schedule inspection, repaired? A. when the crack is only 8% of the wall thickness of the pipe B. when the crack is under 8% of the weld length and there for can be repaired by grinding the crack out of the weld and re-welding by a qualified welder C. when the company the repair using a qualified repair welding procedure. D. any of the above E, (B) and (C) above Answer: E... API 1104, 2014 ‘Sub-clauses 10.2.2 Crack Repairs Q-4 A company may authorize cracks in butt welds to be repaired using a qualified repair procedure provided the crack meets which of the following? A. A single crack less than 8% of the weld length B. Multiple repair areas with an accumulated repair length less than 8% of the weld length C. A shallow crater crack contained completely in the external weld reinforcement requiring re-welding D. All of the above E. Both (A) and (B) Answer: E... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 10.2.2 Crack Repairs &5 which defect can be repaired without prior company authorization? A, Small porusity in subsurface, Elite engineering services Mr. Bassam Abdelazeem Cute Guide API 1104B. Small slag inclusion at hot pass. C. Defect in cover pass except crack. D. All of the above. E. none of the above Answer: C.,. API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 10.2.3 Repairs of Defects Other Than Cracks 6 after a weld repaired it shall be reinserted using which of the following methods? A, Ultrasonic B. Magnetic particle ¢. visual D. same means previously used for the original weld E, none of the above Answer: D... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 10.6 Acceptance Criteria Procedures for NDT Q-1 DWE/SWV stands for A. Double wall examination / single wall viewing. B. Double wall exposure / single wall viewing. C. Dwell wait exposure/simple well vision. D. Dwell wait exposure /simple wait vision E. None of the above. Answer: B... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 11.1 Radiographic Test Methods / 11.1.2.2 Film Radiography- d) Exposure geometry Q-2 A film radiography procedure shall specify A. film type B. exposure geometry C. radiation source D. all of above E. only (A) and (B) Answer: D... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 11.1 Radiographic Test Methods / 11.1.2.2 Film Radiography Q-3 during radiography testing, the film or other imaging media shall be interpreted A. Level I B. a level II or a Level III C. The contractor’s representative D. the radiographer Answer: Du. API 1104, 2014 «.+++. Sub-clauses 11.1 Radiographic Test Methods / lite engineering services Mr. Bassam Abdelazeem Cute Guide API 110411.1.7 Production Radiography Q 4 Whenever more than one radiographic images is used to inspection weld - shall appear on each image and adjacent images shall--------- A. identification markers; not touch each other B. identification markers; overlap C. processing irregularities; touch end to end D. processing irregularities; overlap E. gamma rays; overlap Answer: B... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 11.1 Radiographic Test Methods / 11.1.8 Identification of Images 5 when requested by the company, film and other imaging media shall be processed, handled, and stored so that they are interpretable for least -- years (s) after the produced. A. one B. two C. three D. five E. ten Answer: C... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 11.1 Radiographic Test Methods / 11.1.10.4 Image Processing Q6 who shall be responsible for the protection and personnel monitoring of every person working with or near radiation sources? A. welding inspector B. welders C. the company D. the radiographer E. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Answer: D... API 1104, 2014 ‘Sub-clauses 11.1 Radiographic Test Methods / 11.1.10.6 Radiation Protection Automatic Welding without Filler Metal Additions hich process is acceptable for automatic wilding without filler-metal additions? A. Gas tungsten arc welding B. Plasma arc welding C. Flash butt-welding D. Laser beam welding E, Electron beam welding Answer: C... API 1104, 2014 .. Sub-clauses 13.1 Acceptable Processes lite engineering services Mr. Bassam Abdelazeem Cute Guide API 1104Q-2 Automatic welding without filler metal additions shall be done using? A. GTAW B.OFW C. The flash butt welding process. D. SMAW. E. None of the above Answer: C... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 13.1 Acceptable Processes &3 which of the following essential variable changes require(s) requalification procedure for automatic flash-butt welding without filler rental -- A. A change in position B. A change from one shielding gas to another C. A change in welding flux D. Any of the above E. None of the above Answer: A... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses 13.5.2 Changes Requiring Requalification Q4 Repair of Porosity found in flash butt welds if, A. Porosity Exceeds 1/8 in. length. B. Porosity Exceeds 1/2 in. length. ©. Porosity Exceeds 1/4 in. length. D. Porosity Exceeds 1 in. diameter. E. None of the above Answer: E... API 1104, 2014 ub-clauses 13.10 Repair and Removal of Defects / 13-10.2 Repairs Not Permitted Appendix - A Alternative Acceptance Standards for Girth Welds Q-1 when using the Alternative Acceptance Standard for Girth Welds, the closing of a check valve in a line carrying oil would be considered what type of loading on girth weld? A, static B. cyclic C. dynamic D. progressive E. isolated Answer: C... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses A.2.4 Dynamic Loading Q2 when utilizing the alternative Acceptance Standard of girth welds, the enlargement of weld imperfections due tw fatigue is ol a function of which lite engineering services Mr. Bassam Abdelazeem Cute Guide API 1104of the following A. stress intensity B. cycles of loading C. imperfection size D. environment at the crack trip E, location of the imperfection Answer: E... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses A.2.2.2 Environmental Effects on Fatigue Q-3 According to the Alternative Acceptance Standard for Girth Welds, which of the following environments at a crack tip may increase the growth rate of enlargement of a weld imperfection due to fatigue A. OIL B. hydrocarbons C. Water, brine and aqueous solutions containing H2s D. air E. none of the above Answer: C... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses A.2.2.2 Environmental Effects on Fatigue Q-4 what are the preparation requirements for Charpy V-notch specimens used for procedure qualification under the Alternative Acceptance Standard for Girth Welds? A, shall be prepared with their lengths transverse to the pipe axis B. Six specimens shall be removed from each of the following positions: 12, 6, and 3 or 9 o'clock, for a total of 18 specimens C. for each of the specified positions, three specimens shall have the V-notch placed in the weld centreline and the other three shall have v-notch placed in the HAZ D. Sub sized specimens should have at least 50% of the wall thickness E.Bandc Answer: E... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses A.3.4.2 Charpy Impact Energy /A.3.4.2.1 Specimen Preparation Q5 which of the following additional mechanical property test are required for the qualification of a welding procedure using the Alternative Acceptance Standard for Girth welds? A. Tensile test B. Impact Energy Test (Charpy-V) C. Fracture Toughness Test(CTOD) D. All of the above BE. only (B) and (C) lite engineering services Cute Guide API 1104Answer: E... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses A.3.4 Mechanical Property Testing Q-6 How are welders qualified under the Alternative Acceptance Standard for Girth Welds? A. According to Section 6 B. According to Section12 C. According to Appendix B D. According to AWS B2.1 E. According to ASME Section IX Answer: A... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses A.4 Qualification of Welders Q 6 welding operators qualified under the Alternative Acceptance standard for Girth Welds? A. according to section 6 B. according to Subsection 12.6 C. according to Appendix B D. according to AWS B2.1 E. any of the above. Answer: B... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses A.4 Qualification of Welders Q 7 when using the Alternative Acceptance Standard for Girth Welds, what is the maximum height of stacked imperfection from weld starts and stops in a weld on pipe with a 1/2 inch[12mm] wall thickness? A. 1/6inch [2mm] B. 1/8inch [3mm] C. 3/16 inch [5mm] D. 1/4 inch [6mm] E. 5/16 inch [8mm] Answer: D... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses A.5.1.6 Transverse Planar Imperfections Q-8 When using the alternative Acceptance standard for Girth welds, which of the following statement is correct regarding arc burns A. Arc Burn shall be repaired or removed regardless of size or condition B, Arc burn that contain cracks visible to the eye or on conventional radiographs are not covered by this appendix and shall be repaired or removed C. Arc burns that contain cracks visible to the eye are acceptable and no repair if they are on internal weld location D. Arc burns that contain cracks visible to the eye are conventional radiographs may not be repaired and require rejection of the entire welding I. All arc burns are acceptable lite engineering services Mr. Bassam Abdelazeem Cute Guide API 1104Answer: B... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses A.5.3 Arc Burns 9 A wilding procedure is qualified on pipe with a nominal outside diameter of 16 inches [400 mm] in accordance with the Alternative Acceptance Standard for Girth Welds. The permitted rang to be specified on the WPS would be: (A) Greater than or equal to 16 inches [400 mm]. (B) Less than or equal to 16 inches [400 mm]. (C) Greater than 12,750 inches [323.9 mm]. (D) 3 inches to 6 inches [75 mm to 150 mm]. (E) 12 inches to 24 inches [300 mm to 600 mm]. Answer: E... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses A.3.2 (p) Essential Variables NOTE: p) A change in the specified pipe OD more than -0.25D or +0.5D, where D is the pipe OD of procedure qualification welds. (-0.25 X 16) OR (+ 0.5 X 16) = “ OR+ 8 =12 70 24 Appendix - B in Service Welding Q-1 when welding onto in-service pipeline, burn-through is a primary concern. Which of the following is also a primary concern? A. pipeline pressure B. welder qualification Cc. weather D. hydrogen cracking E, electrode selection Answer: D... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses B.1 General Q-2 For in- service welding, burn-through is unlikely if the pipe: A. Is made of stainless steel. B. Has a wall thickness greater than or equal to 0.250 in [6.4 mm] C. Is pressurized to at least 15 psi [ 1 bar]. D, Is preheated prior to welding. E. Is welded with a qualified welder. Answer: B... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses B.1 General 3 For in service welding, which of the following conditions are required for hydrogen cracking to occur A. a crack susceptible microstructure B. a weld discontinuity C.a tensile stress acting on the weld D. all of the above E. only (A) and (C) above Answer: Eu. API 1104, 2014 «.+14. Sub-clauses Bet General lite engineering services Mr. Bassam Abdelazeem Cute Guide API 1104Q4 for in-service welds, carbon equivalent of the material to which the procedure applies should be identified which of the following element is not used to determine the carbon equivalency? A. COPPER B. NICKEL C. silicon D. vanadium E. chromium Answer: C... API 1104, 2014 .. ‘Sub-clauses B.2.2.1.1 Materials /Footnote (21) Q-5 Welding procedures for in-service welding that procedure HAZ hardness values excess of 350 Hv should be evaluated with regard to the risk of; A. weld ability B. heat input C. hydrogen cracking D. cracking during heat treatment E, Lamellar tearing. Answer: C... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses B.2.5.4.3 Hardness Testing / B.2.5.4.4 Requirements Q-6 for in-service welds of full-encirclement fittings that require circumferential fillet welds, when should the longitudinal seams be completed? A. Before beginning the circumferential welds B. after the circumferential welds are completed C. simultaneously either the circumferential welds D. as determined by the welder E. prior to installing the sleeve all of the above. Answer: A... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses B.4.3 Welding Sequence Q-7 In-service welds that contact the carrier pipe may be particularly susceptible to which of the following? A. porosity B. hydrogen cracking C. hot cracking D. lack of fusion E. Cold lap Answer: B... API 1104, 2014 ...... Sub-clauses B.5 Inspection and Testing of In- service Welds lite engineering services Mr. Bassam Abdelazeem Cute Guide API 1104API 1104 Mockup Exam 1. Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding cleaning between beads? (A) Scale and slag shall be removed. (B) Power tools shall be used when called for in the procedure specification, otherwise, cleaning may be performed with either hand or power tools. (©) When semiautomatic or mechanized welding is used, bead starts and high points need not be removed. (D) All of the above (£) Only (A) and (B) above 2. Which of the following criteria for individual or scattered porosity make the imperfection a defect? (A) If the size of the pore exceeds 1/16 inch [1.6 mm] (B) If the size of the pore exceeds 1/8 inch [3 mm] (C) If the size of the pore exceeds 50% of the thinner of the nominal wall thicknesses joined (D) (A) or (C) above (F) (R) or (C) above 3. At what temperature shall the Charpy V notch tests used for procedure qualification under the Alternative Acceptance Standard for Girth Welds be performed? (A) 32°F [0°C] (B) o°F [-18°C] (©) -20°F [-29°C] (D) -40°F [-40°C] (£) At or below the minimum design temperature 4. Which of the following changes in essential variable(S) require(S) welder requalification? (A) A change of electrode diameter (B) A change in steel pipe composition (C) A change in joint design (D) A change from a Group 1 to a group 2 filler metal (E) A change from a pipe carrying oil to one carrying gas 5. Which of the following require(S) procedure requalification for semiautomatic GMAW? (A) A change in position from roll to fixed (B) A change from one shielding gas to another (©) A change in welding direction from vertical uphill to vertical downhill Elite engineering services Mr. Bassam Abdelazeem Cute Guide API 1104(D) All of the above (E) Only (A) and (B) above 6. In any continuous 12 inch [300 mm] length of weld, what is the total length of isolated slag inclusions allowed for 6 inch [150 mm] diameter pipe? (A) 1/32 inch [0.8 mm] (B) 1/36 inch [1.6 mm] (C) 1/8 inch [3 mm] (D) 1/4 inch [6 mm] (E) 1/2 inch [13 mm] 7. For fillet weld procedure qualification, after the test specimens are cut and broken, the exposed surfaces of each fillet weld specimen shall show complete penetration and fusion, and the greatest dimension of any gas pocket shall exceed: (A) 2/8 inch [3.2 mm] (B) 3/16 inch [5 mm] (©) 1/16 inch [1.6 mm] (D) 3/8 inch [10 mm] (E) 1/32 inch [0.8 mm] 8. Pipe end filed bevels are allowed to be made by (A) Machine tool cutting (8) Machine oxygen cutting (C) Manual oxygen cutting when authorized\ (D) Any of the above (F) Not specified g. The crown surface of the weld should not be raised above the parent metal by more than: (A) 1/16 inch [1.6 mm] (B) 1/8 inch [3.2 mm] (C) The width of the original groove (D) The width of the root bead (B) None of the above 10. What is the recommended maximum offset when aligning pipe ends with the same nominal thicknesses that show no variations in dimension? (A) 1/32 inch [0.8 mm] (B) 1/16 inch [2 mm] (©) 1/8 inch [3 mm] (D) 1/4 inch [6 mm] (@) 3/8 inch [10 mm] Elite engineering services Cute Guide API 110411. For in-service welds, the carbon equivalent of the material to which the procedure applies should be identified. Which of the following elements is not used to determine the carbon equivalency? (A) Copper (B) Nickel (©) Silicon (D) Vanadium (E) Chromium 12, When using the Alternative Acceptance Standard for Girth Welds, the closing of a check valve in a line carrying oil would be considered what type of loading on a girth weld? (A) Static (B) Cyclic (©) Dynamic (D) Progressive (E) Isolated 13. Welding procedures for in-service welding that produce HAZ hardness values in excess of 350 HV should be evaluated with regard to the risk of: (A) Weld ability. (8) Heat input. (©) Hydrogen cracking. (D) Cracking during heat treatment. (&) Lamellar tearing. 14. For in-service welding, which of the following conditions are required for hydrogen cracking to occur? (A) A crack susceptible microstructure (B) A weld discontinuity (©) A tensile stress acting on the weld (D) All of the above (E) Only (A) and (C) above 15. Welding on a surface containing scale (A) Is only allowed if the surface is smooth (B) Requires that it be free of laminations (C) Is permitted only if all grease, paint, and other deleterious material has been removed (D) All of the above (2) is not allowed lite engineering services Mr. Bassam Abdelazeem Cute Guide API 110416. Mechanized oxyacetylene welding with the addition of filler metal: (A) May be used in combination with submerged arc welding. (B) May be used as a standalone process. (C) Is not permitted. (D) Usually requires preheating. (Z) May be used provided it is qualified. 17. How shall welders identify their welds? (A) With a P stamp (B) In the manner prescribed by the company (C) With their certification number (D) with their initials and date completed (E) In any manner suitable to the welder 18. Who shall decide if weather conditions are suitable for wilding? (A) The labor union (B) The company (C) The National Weather Service (D) The insurance representative (E) The OSHA representative 19. For welder qualification of an in-service longitudinal seam weld on pipe with inch [300 mm] OD and a wall thickness of 1 inch [25 mm], which test specimens are required? (A) 2 tensile, 2 nick break, 2 root bends and 2 face bends (B) 2 tensile, 2nick break and 4 side bends (C) 2 nick break, 4 face bends and 4 macros (D) 1 tensile, 1 nick break and 2 side bends (E) 1 tensile, 1 nick break, 1 face bend and 1 root bend 20. Which of the following tests is/are required for butt weld procedure qualification testing of 6-5/8 inch [168 mm] diameter pipe with 1/2 inch [12.7 mm] wall thickness? (A) Tensile test (B) Nick break (©) Root bend (D) Face bend (E) All of the above 21. Which of the following changes would require requalification of a SMAW procedure? Elite engineering services Mr. Bassam Abdelazeem Cute Guide API 1104(A) A change from AC to DC welding current (B) An increase in the maximum time between completion or the root bead and the start of the second bead (C) A change in the direction of welding from vertical downhill to vertical uphill (D) All of the above (B) Only (A) and (C) above 22. Which of the following variables would require requalification of fillet welds for in-service applications? (A) A change in the specified minimum yield strength (B) A change in pipe wall thickness (©) A change from a temper bead deposition sequence to some other deposition sequence (D) An increase in the severity of the pipeline operating conditions (E) (C) and (D) above 23. A welding procedure is qualified on pipe with a nominal outside diameter of 16 inches [400 mm] In accordance with the Alternative Acceptance Standard for Girth Welds. The permitted range to be specified on the WPS would be: (A) Greater than or equal to 16 inches [400 mm]. (S) Less than or equal to 16 inches [400 mm]. (C) Greater than 12.750 inches [323.9 mm] (D) 3 inches to 6 inches [75 mm to 150 mm]. (B) 12 inches to 24 inches [300 mm to 600 mm]. 24. The dryness and purity of shielding gas has a great influence on welding and should: (A) Have a minimum dew point of -40°F [-40°C]. (B) Be qualified for the welding process. (C) Be specified by the engineer. (D) Be of values suitable for the process and material being used. (&) Be frequently measured during welding. 25. When are alignment variations larger than the recommended maximum permitted in abutting ends of pipe? (A) When the variation is caused by variations of the pipe end dimensions within the pipe purchase specification tolerances (B) When the variations have been distributed essentially uniformly around the circumference of the pipe (©) When the variations are caused by pipe handling procedures Elite engineering services Mr. Bassam Abdelazeem Cute Guide API 1104(D) All of the above (E) Only (A) and (B) above 26. Welder qualification with E7016-A1 electrodes also covers production welding with which of the following? (A) EXX 10 (B) £9018-M (©) E7010-A1 (D) E8010 (E) None of the above 27. Which of the following visual examination requirements must be met for a welder qualification test to pass? (A) No undercutting is permitted. (B) The depth of undercutting adjacent to the final bead on the outside of the pipe shall not exceed 1/32 inch [v.8 mm] or 12.5% of the pipe wall thickness, whichever is less. (C) The depth of undercutting adjacent to the final bead on the outside of the pipe shall not exceed 1/16 inch [1.6 mm] or 25% of the pipe wall thickness whichever is less. (D) There shall not be than 2 inches [20 mm] of undercutting in any continuous 12 inch [300 mm] length of weld. (&) Only (B) and (1D) above. 28. Which method used to prepare field bevels on pipe ends requires authorization by the company? (A) Machine tool cutting (B) Machine oxygen cutting (C) Manual oxygen cutting (D) Any of the above (E) Only (A) or (B) above 29. To use the Alternative Acceptance Standards for Girth Welds, the company most: (A) Verify the line contains hydrogen sulfide. (B) Qualify an NDE procedure. (C) Have welder approval. (D) Have performed a stress analysis. (E) Verify that the pipeline pressure is less than 50 psi [345 KPA]. Elite engineering services Cute Guide API 110430. When using the Alternative Acceptance Standard for Girth Welds, what is the maximum height of a stacked imperfection from weld starts and stops in a weld on pipe with a 1/2 inch [12 mm] wall thickness? (A) 1/16 inch [2 mm] (B) 1/8 inch [3 mm] (C) 3/16 inch [5 mm] (D) 1/4 inch [6 mm] (E) 5/16 inch [8 mm] 31. When cleaning between beads during mechanized welding, which of the following, which of the following is/are correct? (A) Surface porosity clusters, bead starts, and high points shall be removed by grinding. (B) Upon request, heavy glass deposits shall be removed. (©) Only hand tools may be used. (D) All of the above (E) Only (A) and (B) above 32. The location of butt weld test specimens for the welder qualification test (A) does not matter as long as the required number of specimen are take (B) Must be taken so that both the top and the bottom of the pipe are represented. (C) Shall not include the longitudinal weld. (D) May be rotated provided they are equally spaced around the pipe. (B) (C) and (D) above 33. When welding pipe above ground, the working clearance around the pipe at the weld should be not less than. (A) 16 in [400 mm] (B) 18 in [450 mm] (C) 20 in [500 mm] (D) Sufficient to provide the welder ready access to the joint (E) Not specified 34. A company may reject any weld that appears to meet the standards of acceptability if, in its opinion: (A) Inspection personal are qualified by experience only. (B) The depth of an imperfection may be detrimental to weld. (C) The weld was magnetic particle inspected. (D) The length of the discontinuity is close to exceeding the allowable. (E) The discontinuity is in the root of the weld. Elite engineering services Mr. Bassam Abdelazeem Cute Guide API 110435. Which of the following visual examination requirements must be met for a welder qualification test to pass? (A) It shall be free of cracks. (B) It shall be free of burn-through. (C) It must present a nest, workman-like appearance. (D) Alll of the above (Z) Only (A) and (B) above 36. What are the requirements for root-bend and face-bend test specimens for procedure qualification? (A) They shall be approximately 9 inches [230 mm] long and 1 inch [25 mm] wide. (B) They shall be smooth and all marks shall be light and parallel to the wide (C) The cover and root-bead reinforcements shall be removed flush with Surfaces of the specimen. (D) All of the above (E) Only (A) and (C) above 37. Which of the following conditions must be met to permit removal of an external lineup clamp before the root bead is completed? (A) The procedure specification permits it. (B) The completed root bead segments should be uniformly spaced around the circumference of the pipe. (C) The completed root bead segments shall have an aggregate length of at least 50% of the pipe circumference. (D) All of the above (E) Only (A) and (B) above 38. A multiple welder qualification is obtained using SMAW on a 14 inch [356 mm] outside diameter pipe and a full-size branch connection weld on pipe with an OD of 14 inches [356 mm]. Which of the following changes in production requires the welder to requalify? (A) A change to 2 inch [50 mm] standard wall pipe (0.154 inch [3.91 mm] wall thickness) (B) A change from an E9018 electrode to an Ego10-A1 electrode (C) A change from an E9018 electrode to an E7015 electrode (D) A change in joint design (E) A change to a different position 39. Which of the following relevant liquid penetrant indications shall be considered a defect? (A) A crater crack 1/8 inch [3 mm] in length Elite engineering services Mr. Bassam Abdelazeem Cute Guide API 1104(B) A crater crack 5/32 inch [4 mm] in length (©) A crater crack 1/4 inch [6 mm] in length (D) Incomplete fusion which totals %4 inch [1 9 mm] in 10 inches [250 mm] continuous weld (E) Incomplete fusion which totals 1/2 inch [13 mm] in 12 inches [300 mm] continuous weld 40. Which of the following weather condition(s) will prohibit welding from being done? (A) Airborne moisture (B) Blowing sands (C) High winds (D) All of the above (E) Only (B) and (C) above 41. How are welding operators qualified under the Alternative Acceptance Standard for Girth Welds? (A) According to Section 6 (B) According to Subsection 12.6 (C) According to Appendix B (D) According to AWS B2.1 (E) Any of the above 42. Which of the following changes would require procedure requalification? (A) A change in pipe wall-thickness group (B) A change from rolled to fixed welding position (©) A change from one filler metal group to another (D) Any of the above (E) Only B and C above 43. The company may authorize weld crack to be repaired provided that (A) They are less than 2 in [50 mm] in length. (B) They are inspected using acoustic-emission. (C) a qualified repair welding procedure is used (D) They are less than 8% of the weld length. (E) (C) and (D) above 44. Which of the following describes a non-relevant indication produced by liquid penetrant testing? (A) Any indication 1/16 inch [2 mm] or less (D) A very dark indication Elite engineering services Mr. Bassam Abdelazeem Cute Guide API 1104(C) If the indication is continuous for a length of more than 1/8 inch [3 mm] (D) A very light indication (E) Any indication that is more than 3 times as long as it is wide 45. When welding onto an in-service pipeline, burn-through is a primary concern. Which of the following is also a primary concern? (A) Pipeline pressure (B) Welder qualification (C) Weather (D) Hydrogen cracking (£) Electrode selection 46. What dis continuity is found between two adjacent beads or between a weld bead and the base metal that is not open to the surface? (A) Internal concavity (B) Inadequate penetration of weld root (©) Hollow bead (D) Incomplete fusion due to cold lap (E) None of the above 47. When internal concavity is visually identified and the density of the radiograph does not exceed that of the adjacent thinner parent metal, the internal concavity shall be: (A) Acceptable regardless of length. (B) Acceptable if the length is less than 1/2 inch [13 mm]. (©) Evaluated based on the requirements for burn-through. (D) Repaired using a qualified repair procedure. () Verified using ultrasonic examination. 48. For in-service welds of full-encirclement fittings that require circumferential fillet welds, when should the longitudinal seams be completed? (A) Before beginning the circumferential welds (B) After the circumferential welds are completed (©) Simultaneously with the circumferential welds (D) As determined by the welder (E) Prior to installing the sleeve 49. What is the minimum and averaged impact energy required for Charpy V notch specimens used for procedure qualification under the Alternative Acceptance Standard for Girth Welds? (A) Shall be 22 ft-Ibs [30 j] and 30 ft-Ibs [40 j] respectively Elite engineering services Mr. Bassam Abdelazeem Cute Guide API 1104(B) Shall be greater than 22 ft-Ibs [30 j and 30 ft-lbs [40 j] respectively (C) Shall be less than 22 ft-lbs [30 j] and ft-lbs [40 j] respectively (D) Shall be between 22 ft-lbs [30 j] and ft-Ibs [40 j] respectively (E) None of the above because the values depend on the design temperature 50. A welder must be requalified if there is a change in filler metal from: (A) £6010 to E7010-A1 (B) E7015 to E7018 (©) E7o10-A1 to E7018 (D) All of the above (E) None of the above 51. Which statement(S) is/are correct regarding storage and handling of shield gases? (A) Shielding gases may be intermixed in the field in their original containers (B) The containers shall be stored away from extremes of temperatures (©) Gases in containers that show signs of damage shall not be used (D) All of the above (E) Only (B) and (C) above 52. Which of the following shall be stored in a clean dry place where the conditions will not detrimentally affect the emulsion? (A) Imaging media (B) Magnetic particle testing powder (©) Coplant (D) Welding electrodes (E) Unexposed films 53. Procedure specifications must include: (A) Filler metal sizes and classifications (B) Ranges of outside diameters and classifications (C) Minimum number and sequence of beads (D) Alll of the above (E) Only (A) and (B) above 54. When inspecting the filler and finish beads of a position weld, which of the following is/are rejectable? (A) The finish bead’s crown surface falls below the outside surface of (B) The finish bead’s crown surface above the parent material in[3 mm]. (C) Two beads were started at the same location. (D) Only (A) and (C) above (B) Only (A) or (B) above Elite engineering services Cute Guide API 110455. A company may authorize cracks in butt welds to be repaired using a repair procedure provided the crack meet which of the following? (A) A single crack less than 8% of the weld length (B) Multiple repair areas with an accumulated repair length less 8% the weld length (©) A shallow crater crack contained completely in the external reinforcement requiring re-welding (D) All of the above (E) Both (A) and (B) 56. In- service welds that contact the carrier pipe may be particularly susceptible which of the following? (A) Porosity (B) Hydrogen hot cracking (©) Lack of fusion (D) cold lap 57. Mode of transfer is an essential variable for welding operator qualification for which of the following techniques and processes? (A) Semi-Automatic GMAW (B) Mechanized GMAW (C) Automatic GMAW (D) Manual GMAW (E) None of the above 58. When requested by the company, film and other imaging media shall be processed, handled, and stored so that they are interpretable for at least year(S) after they are produced. (A) One (B) Two (C) Three (D) Five (E) Ten 59. What is the recommended width of the weld face of a completed position (A) approximately the same width as the width of the original groove (B) Approximately 1/16 inch [2 mm] wider than width of the original (C) Approximately 1/8 inch [3 mm] wider than the width of the original (D) Approximately 3/16 inch [5 mm] wider than the width of the original (E) There is no recommended width. Elite engineering services Cute Guide API 1104Go. When is inadequate cross penetration considered a defect? (A) When the length of an individual indication exceeds 2 in [50 mm] (B) When the aggregate length of indications in any continuous 12 in [300 mm] length of weld exceeds 2 in [50 mm] (C) When the aggregate length of indications in the full length of the weld exceeds 1 in [25 mm] (D) (A) or (B) above () (A) or (©) above Elite engineering services Mr. Bassam Abdelazeem Cute Guide API 1104