q801 Junior Engineer Part II
q801 Junior Engineer Part II
q801 Junior Engineer Part II
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(Sample Examination)
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1. Which of the following devices allows the user to remain in an oxygen deficient space for the longest
period of time without interruption?
2. If a magnetic controller contact fails to pick up when the operating coil is energized, what could be
one possible cause?
4. As shown in the illustrated wound-rotor induction motor, how is the direction of rotation of the motor
reversed? Illustration EL-0148
• (A) Any two of the "T1, T2, and T3" leads are reversed only.
o (B) Any two of the "M1, M2, and M3" leads are reversed only.
o (C) Any two of the "T1, T2, and T3" leads are reversed and any of the two "M1, M2, and M3"
leads must be reversed as well.
o (D) It is not possible to change the direction of rotation of a wound-rotor induction motor.
5. Hydraulic cranes must be properly warmed-up before being operated because __________.
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6. The component shown in the illustration would be installed in which of the following types of fire
detection systems? Illustration SF-0004
7. What type of respiratory protection provides the greatest protection from the various respiratory
hazards, is specifically designed for emergency and rescue situations, but has time constraints
associated with its use?
8. How does the viscosity of a fluid being pumped affect the operation of a spur gear pump?
o (A) The pump cannot handle fluids more viscous than lubricating oil.
• (B) The pump speed must be lowered as the viscosity increases.
o (C) The pump can only be used for fluids of high viscosity.
o (D) The pump can only be used for light oils.
9. If a three-phase induction motor is operated under a light load and it develops an open in one of its
supply lines, what will be the result?
• (A) the motor will continue to run, but will vibrate and have reduced torque
o (B) the motor will run cooler due to reduced current flow
o (C) the motor will stop
o (D) the motor will speed up due to the reduced number of poles
10. Which pair of the illustrated service gauge manifold sets would require switching hoses when
transitioning from a dehydration evacuation to refrigerant charging? Illustration RA-0030
o (A) A and B
• (B) B and D
o (C) C and D
o (D) D and A
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11. A manual process used to remove small irregularities by grinding the contact surfaces together of a
valve, is called __________.
o (A) spotting-in
o (B) honing
• (C) lapping-in
o (D) refacing
12. For a lubricating oil, what is the relationship between viscosity and temperature?
o (A) As the temperature of a lubricating oil increases, the viscosity of the lubricating oil may
increase or decrease, depending upon the lubricant.
o (B) As the temperature of a lubricating oil increases, the viscosity of the lubricating oil also
increases.
o (C) As the temperature of a lubricating oil varies in either direction, the viscosity of the lubricating
oil remains constant.
• (D) As the temperature of a lubricating oil increases, the viscosity of the lubricating oil decreases.
13. How may chattering of the collector/slip ring brushes on a generator be remedied?
14. On vessels exceeding 1600 GRT, who is responsible for the practical upkeep of machinery and the
manning of the engine room?
15. Kapok life jackets require proper care and should NOT be __________.
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o (A) A cotton filter placed in the end of the sampling tube prevents damaging the instrument when
exposed to strongly acidic gases.
o (B) The instrument is capable of providing an immediate accurate reading of any space with no
delay.
• (C) Prolonged exposure to gases such as CO2 may affect the accuracy of the indicator.
o (D) All of the above.
18. Which of the methods shown in the illustration is the correct way to fit shoring? Illustration SF-0016
• (A) A
o (B) B
o (C) C
o (D) D
• (A) the fuse clips are straight, tight, and in good contact
o (B) to increase the fuse rating 10% to guard against 'nuisance blowing'
o (C) to use insulated pliers or screwdriver
o (D) to stand on a rubber mat and use rubber gloves
20. What is the physical state and pressure condition of refrigerant as it leaves a receiver in a typical
refrigeration system?
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21. To measure the circumference of a piece of pipe, you should use a __________.
22. Under what circumstances could equipment be operated when tagged with DANGER tags?
23. If a sea water-cooled shell-and-tube lubricating oil cooler has the sea water inlet and outlet
connections on the opposite end waterboxes, in terms of the number of passes, what statement is
true?
24. To add small amounts of non-blended refrigerant to the low side of an air conditioning system, the
refrigerant should be introduced through a particular valve and in a particular state. What valve and
state combination is correct?
25. As shown in the illustration, which brush holder would be appropriate to use in a bidirectional motor?
Illustration EL-0029
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26. What would be the voltage drop across the parallel branches of the circuit shown in figure "B" of the
illustration if the source voltage is 30 volts, the resistance for R1 is 10 ohms, the resistance for R2 is
10 ohms and the resistance for R3 is 10 ohms? Illustration EL-0032
o (A) 5 volts
• (B) 10 volts
o (C) 20 volts
o (D) 30 volts
27. Using a sea anchor with the survival craft will __________.
28. The push button on the handset of a ship's sound-powered telephone must be depressed in order to
do what?
29. The property of a fuel oil which is a measurement of its available energy, is known as its
__________.
30. A squeeze-grip type carbon dioxide portable fire extinguisher has been partially discharged. It should
be __________.
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31. In a refrigeration system, the pressure within the power element of a thermostatic expansion valve
depends directly upon what factor?
32. What will be the resulting current when a voltage of 110 VDC is applied to a resistance of 32 ohms in
figure "A" of the illustrated circuit when the switch is closed? Illustration EL-0018
33. In managing a situation involving multiple injuries, the rescuer must be able to __________.
35. Consider a series circuit employing two resistors. What is true about the resistance value of the
second resistor compared to the first when the voltage drop across the first resistor is one-half the
source voltage?
o (A) the second resistor has a resistance value relative to that of the first which cannot be
determined
• (B) the second resistor has a resistance value equal to that of the first
o (C) the second resistor has a resistance value that is half of the first
o (D) the second resistor has a resistance value double that of the first
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36. Which of the gases listed is the poisonous gas most likely to be found in a closed compartment
involved in a fire?
o (A) Nitrogen
• (B) Carbon monoxide
o (C) Hydrogen
o (D) Carbon dioxide
37. If you hear a continuous blast of the whistle for not less than 10 seconds supplemented by the
continuous ringing of the general alarm bells for not less than 10 seconds, what does this indicate?
38. When a refrigeration system is being topped off with a small amount of refrigerant through the low
side with the compressor running, what should be done?
39. As shown in the illustration, which of the following statements is correct concerning the circuits in a
sound-powered telephone system? Illustration EL-0093
o (A) Both the talking and ringing circuits are common circuits.
o (B) The talking circuit is a selective circuit and the ringing circuit is a common circuit.
o (C) Both the talking and ringing circuits are selective circuits.
• (D) The talking circuit is a common circuit and the ringing circuit is a selective circuit.
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40. In the system shown in the illustration, the engine room station is unable to signal any other station,
nor is any other station able to signal the engine room station. The engine room station can,
however, ring itself by proper positioning of its selector switch. What is the most probable cause of
this problem? Illustration EL-0093
o (A) The switch at component "A" of the problem station is stuck open.
o (B) The selector switch is grounded at the problem station diverting current from the other
stations' ringing devices.
• (C) There is an open between terminal "C" of the problem station and the common wire of the
multi-conductor cable to the other stations.
o (D) The coil of component "C" of the problem station is open-circuited.
41. What does the component labeled "B" shown in the illustration represent? Illustration EL-0093
42. If a fire broke out in an automation console, you would first secure the power and then proceed to
use which of the listed hand portable fire extinguishers?
• (A) CO2
o (B) Soda acid
o (C) Foam
o (D) Dry chemical
43. The multiplier prefix 'giga' (G) such as used in "gigabytes" represents what multiplication factor?
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44. It is necessary to cool the bulkheads and decks surrounding a compartment where there is a fire in
order to __________.
45. You have just extinguished an oil fire on the floor plates of the engine room with a 15 pound CO2
extinguisher. Which of the listed dangers should you now be preparing to handle?
o (A) a circuit breaker is enclosed in a tube of insulating material with metal ferrules at each end, a
fuse is not
• (B) a circuit breaker trips to break the circuit and may be reset, a fuse may not be reset
o (C) a circuit breaker gives no visual indication of having opened the circuit, a fuse universally
does
o (D) a circuit breaker melts and must be replaced, a fuse does neither
47. What is the purpose of the torque limit switch as fitted on an electric motor operated rising stem gate
valve?
• (A) The torque limit switch protects the valve from being damaged if a foreign object prevents the
valve from fully closing.
o (B) The torque limit switch protects the motor from being damaged if a foreign object prevents the
valve from fully closing.
o (C) The torque limit switch protects the valve from being damaged if a foreign object prevents the
valve from fully opening.
o (D) The torque limit switch protects the motor from being damaged if a foreign object prevents the
valve from fully opening.
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48. The sensing line for the low-pressure cut-out switch for a refrigeration system is typically connected
at what location?
49. In which of the following heat related illnesses is the individual most at risk for losing consciousness?
50. Bottom blow valves are installed on auxiliary water-tube boilers to __________.
51. Before electrical work can be safely undertaken, the equipment must be de-energized, locked and
tagged out, and verification must be made that the circuit is actually dead. What testing device is
most certain to reliably verify that a circuit is actually dead?
52. In the system illustrated, which of the following readings should be indicated on the pressure gage, if
the load (x) is 8000 lbs. (3632 kg) and the piston area (y) is 10 sq. in (64.5 sq. cm)? Illustration GS-
0062
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54. In the presence of an open flame or hot surfaces, chlorinated fluorocarbon refrigerants decompose
and form what chemical substance?
55. The minimum length of dimension "C" shown in the illustration is __________. Illustration GS-0014
56. Refrigeration systems using forced air circulation evaporators have a tendency to cause rapid
dehydration of produce in chill boxes. Which of the following will minimize this dehydration?
• (A) the air is circulated slowly over a large evaporator with a minimum temperature differential
o (B) the air is circulated rapidly over a small evaporator with a minimum temperature differential
o (C) the air is circulated slowly over a large evaporator with a maximum temperature differential
o (D) the air is circulated rapidly over a small evaporator with a maximum temperature differential
57. What material is most commonly used as a sacrificial anode for the purposes of minimizing the
galvanic corrosion of steel and cast iron?
• (A) Zinc
o (B) Bronze
o (C) Platinum
o (D) Brass
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58. "Portable" oil tank cleaning machines are usually provided with a water supply from the __________.
59. If a shipboard AC generator experiences a failure to produce a voltage, what may be the cause?
60. In a compression type automatic grease cup, the lubricant is forced into the bearing by __________.
61. Which extinguishing agent is most likely to allow reflash as a result of not cooling the fuel below its
ignition temperature?
62. The safety heads of most large reciprocating compressors used in refrigeration systems are held in
place by what means?
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64. What type of fuel oil as part of an oily-water mixture is most likely to have a density approaching that
of water?
65. An ullage reading is the distance from a given point at the __________.
66. Unless the system is designed for such operation, two compressors should not be operated in
parallel in a refrigeration system for what reason?
o (A) the evaporators would fail due to excessively low suction pressure
o (B) operation of two compressors will overload the expansion valves
• (C) lubricating oil may be transferred from one compressor to the other
o (D) condenser pressure will be too high causing condenser failure
67. The component labeled "A", as shown in the illustration, would be identified as the ______.
Illustration GS-0175
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68. The component in an inert gas system used for cleaning the gas of solid and sulfur combustion
products, while simultaneously cooling the inert gas, is called the __________.
o (A) purifier
o (B) cooler
o (C) filter
• (D) scrubber
69. All portable electric tools should have a ground connection to prevent __________.
70. The wet cell storage batteries shown in the illustration are connected in what configuration?
Illustration EL-0070
o (A) compound
o (B) tandem
• (C) parallel
o (D) series
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EL-0018
Adapted for testing purposes only from GROB, Basic Electronics, Fourth Edition
Copyright © 1977 by McGraw-Hill, Inc.
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EL-0029
Adapted for testing purposes only from HUBERT, Operating, Testing and Preventive
Maintenance of Electrical Power Apparatus.
Copyright © 2003 Pearson Education
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EL-0032
Adapted for testing purposes only from GROB, Basic Electronics, Fourth Edition
Copyright © 1977 by McGraw-Hill, Inc.
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EL-0070
EL-0093
Adapted for testing purposes only from HOSE-McCANN, Sound Powered Telephones
Copyright © 1964 by Hose-McCann Telephone Co.
Further reproduction prohibited without permission
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EL-0148
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GS-0014
Fitting A B C D
Size
(Inch)
GS-0062
Adapted for testing purposes only from EATON, Industrial Hydraulics Manual
Copyright © 2010 by Eaton Corporation
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GS-0175
Adapted for testing purposes only from Heli-Sep Model 550/OCD Technical Manual
Copyright © by Coffin World Water Systems
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SF-0004
Adapted for testing purposes only from Marine Fire Prevention, Firefighting and Fire Safety
Maritime Administration
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SF-0016