B1 Flashcards
What is the purpose of composite drawings?
A. To enhance the visual appeal of designs
B. To clarify functional relationships among significant elements of various systems
C. To replace physical design drawings
D. To simplify the procurement process
To clarify functional relationships among significant elements of various systems
Why are piping isometric drawings preferred over orthographic drawings for pipe stress analysis, fabrication, and installation?
A. They are more aesthetically pleasing
B. They include more detailed information for unrelated systems
C. They are easier to visualize and contain only relevant information
D. They eliminate the need for 3D CAD software
They are easier to visualize and contain only relevant information
What is a common practice when preparing physical design drawings for complex piping systems?
A. Skipping orthographic drawings altogether
B. Developing separate piping isometric drawings for each pipe run
C. Using only manual drafting methods
D. Issuing general design specifications instead
Developing separate piping isometric drawings for each pipe run
What factors are addressed in piping stress analyses?
A. Only static loads and gravity
B. Changes in fluid flow rate, gravity, and static loading
C. Gravity, temperature changes, pressures, seismic activity, and other environmental conditions
D. Only seismic activity and fire conditions
Gravity, temperature changes, pressures, seismic activity, and other environmental conditions
What does a piping spool drawing (spool sheet) generally cover?
A. An entire piping system layout
B. Multiple spools from different systems
C. One spool with all relevant details like dimensions, materials, and procedures
D. A list of unrelated equipment details
One spool with all relevant details like dimensions, materials, and procedures
What are the two primary ways pipe supports are designed and procured?
A. By the engineer preparing support load calculations or hiring a contractor
B. By the engineer pre-engineering supports or contracting a pipe support manufacturer
C. By contractors during installation or by purchasing pre-made supports
D. By engineers performing stress analyses or utilizing CAD systems
By the engineer pre-engineering supports or contracting a pipe support manufacturer
What is the purpose of a Supplier’s Deviation Disposition Request (SDDR)?
A. To document deficiencies during installation
B. To request a design change when a supplier cannot meet purchase specifications
C. To recommend corrective actions during the start-up phase
D. To review field conditions before creating support drawings
To request a design change when a supplier cannot meet purchase specifications
What information must be included in an Supplier’s Deviation Disposition Request form?
A. List of recommended materials and components
B. Existing condition, reason for the change, technical justification, and proposed alternative
C. Summary of nonconforming items with detailed fabrication details
D. Performance testing requirements
Existing condition, reason for the change, technical justification, and proposed alternative
What does a Field Change Request (FCR) allow a contractor to do?
A. Document deficiencies during the start-up phase
B. Replace a Supplier’s Deviation Disposition Request
C. Request a design change if the design cannot be implemented as documented
D. Submit stress analysis results to the engineering team
Request a design change if the design cannot be implemented as documented
What should happen if an installation does not conform to design documents?
A. A FCR is automatically approved to resolve the issue
B. A Supplier’s Deviation Disposition Request is submitted
C. A nonconformance report is generated to document the discrepancy
D. The contractor proceeds with the installation without review
A nonconformance report is generated to document the discrepancy
What is the purpose of a Start-up Field Report?
A. To document deficiencies encountered during system checkout and performance testing
B. To review the contractor’s deviation from design documents
C. To request alternative designs during the procurement phase
D. To finalize pipe support drawings and specifications
To document deficiencies encountered during system checkout and performance testing
When an engineer reviews a nonconformance report, what action can they take if the deviation is unacceptable?
A. Approve the report as-is and proceed with installation
B. Require that the nonconforming item be repaired or replaced
C. Document the issue as a start-up deficiency
D. Submit a Supplier’s Deviation Disposition Request
Require that the nonconforming item be repaired or replaced
What is emphasized as critical for the economical and successful installation of a piping system?
A. Using pre-engineered pipe supports exclusively
B. Minimizing the use of Supplier’s Deviation Disposition Requests
C. The careful and timely preparation of design documents in the proper sequence
D. Relying on start-up field reports to finalize installation
The careful and timely preparation of design documents in the proper sequence
What is the main role of the engineer regarding pipe support drawings?
A. To create only general drawings for shop use
B. To review drawings for compliance with purchase specifications
C. To minimize fabrication details for simplicity
To review drawings for compliance with purchase specifications
Why is it important to minimize iterations in the design process?
A. To reduce the need for start-up field reports
B. To control schedules and costs effectively
C. To eliminate the generation of nonconformance reports
D. To finalize pipe support specifications faster
To control schedules and costs effectively
What is the primary purpose of contract documents, design documents, fabrication details, procedures, and specifications in a project?
a) To reduce project costs
b) To monitor and document all phases of the project
c) To eliminate the need for regulatory approvals
d) To ensure only the design organization is accountable
To monitor and document all phases of the project
What is often mandatory when preparing and controlling design documents?
a) Conformance to international standards
b) Approval from material suppliers
c) Following traditional company practices
d) Using a single documentation format
Approval from material suppliers
Why must engineers periodically review current codes and standards when preparing design documents?
a) To reduce the number of documents required
b) To comply with industry changes and leverage improvements in tools
c) To eliminate the need for compliance with military standards
d) To ensure all projects meet the same requirements
To comply with industry changes and leverage improvements in tools
Who typically issues safety regulations for piping projects?
a) The project’s design engineer
b) The owner of the project
c) Government agencies or industry standards by reference
d) The underwriter overseeing the project
Government agencies or industry standards by reference
What is the importance of establishing codes and standards early in a project?
a) To ensure the project finishes ahead of schedule
b) To guarantee compliance with regulatory requirements
c) To allow flexibility in the design process
d) To reduce project costs
To guarantee compliance with regulatory requirements
What is typically included in the design criteria document?
a) Flow rate calculations and material costs
b) Environmental conditions, design parameters, and applicable codes
c) Project schedule and construction timelines
d) Detailed blueprints for all piping layouts
Environmental conditions, design parameters, and applicable codes
What purpose do calculations serve in the design process?
a) To finalize the project schedule and budget
b) To support the determination of flow rates, pressures, temperatures, and wall thicknesses
c) To define environmental impacts and worker safety protocols
d) To provide a summary of codes and standards for reference
To support the determination of flow rates, pressures, temperatures, and wall thicknesses
What is the primary purpose of calculations in piping system design?
a) To estimate project costs
b) To support procurement, construction, and licensing with suitable results
c) To outline codes and standards for the project
d) To design the physical layout of piping systems
To support procurement, construction, and licensing with suitable results
When should calculations be finalized in the design process?
a) During the preliminary stage for estimating and bidding
b) Before awarding contracts, fabrication, and erection
c) After construction begins to allow for adjustments
d) When major equipment has been installed
Before awarding contracts, fabrication, and erection
Which discipline typically leads the preparation of system descriptions for piping systems?
a) Electrical
b) Control Systems
c) Mechanical
d) Civil
Mechanical
What diagram is developed using the design basis stated in the system description?
a) Flow rate diagram
b) Piping and instrumentation diagram (P&ID)
c) Pressure drop diagram
d) Material procurement diagram
Piping and instrumentation diagram (P&ID)
What does the Piping and Instrumentation Diagram (P&ID) primarily show?
a) The environmental impact of the piping system
b) The functional relationships among system components
c) The estimated project costs
d) The licensing requirements for the piping system
The functional relationships among system components
What document provides direct input for the physical design and installation of field-run piping?
a) System Description (SD)
b) Piping and Instrumentation Diagram (P&ID)
c) System Flow Diagram (SFD)
d) Electric Control Schematic
Piping and Instrumentation Diagram (P&ID)
Why is the first P&ID in a set important?
a) It contains a detailed cost breakdown for the project
b) It provides a legend defining all symbols used
c) It explains the project schedule
d) It outlines government regulations
It provides a legend defining all symbols used
How does the P&ID relate to the System Flow Diagram (SFD)?
a) The P&ID is developed independently of the SFD
b) The P&ID uses the same general layout of flow paths as the SFD
c) The P&ID includes only the piping elements, while the SFD includes control systems
d) The P&ID replaces the need for the SFD
The P&ID uses the same general layout of flow paths as the SFD
Who uses the P&IDs during the start-up phase?
a) Designers to finalize the system description
b) Contractors to prepare the project budget
c) Start-up organizations to prepare flushing, testing, and blowout procedures
d) Regulatory agencies to verify compliance with codes
Start-up organizations to prepare flushing, testing, and blowout procedures
What distinguishes composite drawings from piping physical sketches?
a) Composite drawings include portions of other systems like structural, electrical, and HVAC
b) Composite drawings are specifically used for small-bore piping only
c) Composite drawings are created solely using manual methods
d) Composite drawings are exclusively for regulatory approval
Composite drawings include portions of other systems like structural, electrical, and HVAC
Which of the following is true about piping sketches and composites?
a) They are used directly for construction
b) They are replaced entirely by modern computer-aided design systems
c) They are precursors to working physical drawings and modern CAD systems
d) They do not include any other system information
They are precursors to working physical drawings and modern CAD systems
What software tool is mentioned as being commonly used for design studies today?
a) Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software
b) Computer-Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) software
c) Building Information Modeling (BIM) software
d) Geographic Information System (GIS) software
Computer-Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) software
