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Course Description

This course covers the fundamental techniques, as well as practice in the building of brick walls, steps, corners, and other brick structures. Emphasis is placed on the correct use of the mason's trowel. level, plumb line, and tape measure. Job safety and safe work habits are also covered.

Course Outline

  • Orientation
    • Identification of brick
    • manufacturing process
    • Trade vocabulary
  • Tools and Equipment
    • Hand tools
    • Power tools
    • Related equipment
  • Safety
    • Personal and job safety
    • Rules and descriptions of clothes to be worn
  • Materials
    • Different types of mortar
    • Masonry units
  • Additional Information
    • Basic trade math
    • Basic blueprint reading
    • Measuring
    • Estimating masonry materials
  • Practical Experience
    • Spreading mortar
    • Building projects with brick and block
    • Wall layout and construction

 

 

 

Learner Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to identify and use masonry tools such as the trowel, level, plumb line, and joinery tools. The student will understand the various types of concrete, along with the principles of mixing, and the various types of joints. The student will be able to complete small masonry projects, and understand how to lay to the line using brick and block. Emphasis will be placed on how to effectively utilize safe work habits and methods. 

Notes

Closed-toe shoes are required in all lab environments.
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Section Title
Introduction to Bricklaying
FIS ID
331600
Type
Discussion / Lecture
Days
Sa
Time
9:00AM to 12:00PM
Dates
Feb 22, 2025 to Mar 08, 2025
Type
Discussion / Lecture
Days
Sa
Time
9:00AM to 12:00PM
Dates
Mar 29, 2025 to Apr 12, 2025
Type
Discussion / Lecture
Days
Sa
Time
9:00AM to 12:00PM
Dates
Apr 26, 2025 to May 17, 2025
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
30.0
Location
  • Harper Campus / CPCC
Delivery Options
Course Fee(s)
Reg fee 25-50 hours non-credit $125.00
Additional Fee(s)
Accident Insurance $1.60 Mandatory
CAPS Fee $12.00 Mandatory
Lab Fee $27.00 Mandatory
TECH Fee $5.00 Mandatory
Drop Request Deadline
Feb 15, 2025
Transfer Request Deadline
Feb 15, 2025
Instructors
  • Kale Hallman
Section Notes
Closed-toe shoes are required in all lab environments.
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