Deck 10: Welding Symbols and Abbreviations

Question 1

In the standard welding system, the _____ line is used to apply weld symbols and other data.

A) reference
B) refer
C) standard
D) common

Answer 1

A

Question 2

The vertical leg of the fillet weld symbol is always shown drawn to the ____ of the slanted side of the symbol.

A) right
B) left
C) top
D) bottom

Answer 2

B

Question 3

Applying the letter "____" to a contour symbol signifies any method of finish may be used.

A) G
B) H
C) R
D) U

Answer 3

D

Question 4

Certain operations require a specific welding process, a particular type of electrode, or other information necessary to complete the weld.

Question 5

In the standard welding system, the ____ connects the reference line to the joint or area to be welded.

A) tail
B) arrow
C) header
D) trailer

Question 6

The abbreviation for each welding process ends with the letter ____________________.

Question 7

To save drafting time and to reduce drafting costs, it is common practice to designate similar welds by additional (multiple) arrows, or by an indication placed in the tail of the symbol.

Question 8

The phrase ____ symbol refers to the symbol for a specific type of weld.

A) join
B) joint
C) weld
D) combine

Question 9

All letters shown on prints represent letter designations or abbreviations.

Question 10

When a(n) ____________________ symbol is used, an abbreviation for the method of finish may be included.

Question 11

The phrase ____________________ symbol refers to the total symbol including all information added to it to specify the weld(s) required.

Question 12

In the standard welding system, the ____ is added only when needed for the purpose of including a specification process or other reference.

A) header
B) arrow
C) trailer
D) tail

Question 13

Welds not made in the shop are identified as ____ welds.

Question 14

When a weld symbol is placed on the reference line on the lower side of the line, the weld must be made on the ____ side of the joint.

A) top
B) right
C) left
D) arrow

Question 15

A standard welding symbol and weld symbols have been developed by the American Welding Society (AWS).

Question 16

A(n) ____________________ describes an edge preparation with a sharp or "feather" edge or with a root face or "land."

Question 17

The standard welding symbol consists of ____.

A) a reference line
B) an arrow and a reference line
C) a reference line, an arrow, and a tail
D) an arrow

Question 18

When the letters "____" are found in the tail of the arrow, a complete joint penetration weld is required regardless of the type of weld or joint preparation that is used.

A) CJP
B) CPJ
C) CPR
D) JPC

Question 19

When weld symbols are placed on both sides of the reference line, the welds can be made on either side of the joint.

Question 20

The term "____" indicates removal of weld metal and base metal from the other side of a partially welded joint.

A) gouge
B) top bulge
C) back gouge
D) forward gouge