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Masonry
Course Description
EXPLORATORY
AND INTRODUCTION TO MASONRY (3 credits)
All Grade 9 students go through the Exploratory Program. Please
see page 7 for more detail. Students deciding to enter
the field of masonry will be exposed to the basics of safety
and sanitation, as well the use and care of hand tools,
power tools and stationary equipment. The students will
identify basic tools and materials used in the masonry
trade and are introduced to opportunities and expectations
in the masonry field. They will demonstrate and practice
mixing mortar, laying masonry units true‑to‑line
and jointing masonry walls. Course safety is reinforced
continually throughout the course sequence. Technology-related
reading, writing, vocabulary, mathematics, blueprint reading
and science are integrated throughout the curriculum.
GENERAL
MASONRY (3 credits)
In Grade 10, this program is designed to provide students
with theoretical information covering safety, including
power tool use, lifting procedures and Material Safety
Data Sheets. Students will set up a work area, mix mortar
to trade content and consistency, construct masonry lead
and pattern bond true to the line. Students will perform
both inside and outside production work as it relates to
the current curriculum. Technology-related reading, writing,
vocabulary, mathematics, blueprint reading and science
are integrated throughout the curriculum.
RESIDENTIAL
MASONRY (3 credits)
In Grade 11, students will demonstrate theoretical competency
in general estimating of masonry materials, concrete footings,
paving applications, masonry steps, flue chimney building
codes, and various concrete applications. Students will
be able to identify structural components associated with
masonry using commercial prints. Students will demonstrate
the installation of pavers, masonry steps and concrete
flatwork, build a one-flue chimney and erect pipe staging.
Students will perform in-school and outside masonry production
projects for customers. Students reaching an acceptable
level of proficiency may be eligible for Work Based Learning
(WBL). Technology-related reading,
writing, vocabulary, mathematics, blueprint reading and
science are integrated throughout the curriculum.
RESIDENTIAL/COMMERCIAL
MASONRY (3 credits)
In Grade 12, students will continue with safety their primary
focus on the job site, including equipment knowledge, such
as ladder, scaffolding and harnessing. Students will demonstrate
competency in building codes, arch and fireplace construction,
fireplace history and the function of a fireplace. Students
will demonstrate the installation of outdoor barbecues,
masonry arches and basic fireplaces, and building masonry
projects from working drawings. Students will demonstrate
the ability to complete a job application and interview
and have entry-level job readiness and trade skills. Students
will perform both in-school and outside masonry projects
for customers as it relates to the current curriculum and
their skill level. Students will demonstrate the ability
to complete a job application and interview and to perform
entry-level job readiness and trade skills. Each
student will take the National Occupational Competency
Testing Institute (NOCTI) exam, which is a performance-based
test. Students reaching an acceptable level of proficiency
may be eligible for Work Based Learning (WBL). Technology-related
reading, writing, vocabulary, mathematics, blueprint reading
and science are integrated throughout the curriculum.
Students
successfully completing this course of study will be
able to pursue a two year or a four year engineering
degree. Students can obtain immediate employment
in the masonry field. Employment opportunities
include: concrete installations; brick and block
installation; concrete forms installation; construction
laborer; fireplace installations; stone, brick and
block walls; stone and brick patio installation; retaining
wall installations; and tile installations (wall and
floor).
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