Masonry
Course Description: This course is designed as the foundational course in the Carpentry, Plumbing, Electrical, Masonry, Machining, Welding, Sheet Metal, Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, and HVACR Electrical pathways to prepare students for the pursuit of any career in construction. The course prepares the trainee for the basic knowledge to function safely on or around a construction site and in the industry in general and will provide the trainee with the option for an Industry Certification in the Construction Core. Prerequisite for this course is advisor approval.
Course Description: This course is preceded by the Occupational Safety and Fundamentals course. This course offers an opportunity for students to build on their knowledge and skills developed in Industry Fundamentals and Occupational Safety. It introduces them to four construction craft areas and is also the second step towards gaining a Level One Industry Certification in one of the craft areas. The goal of this course is to introduce students to the history and traditions of the carpentry, masonry, plumbing, and electrical craft trades. Students will explore how the various crafts have influenced and been influenced by history. The student will also learn and apply knowledge of the care and safe use of hand and power tools as related to each trade. In addition, students will be introduced to and develop skills to differentiate between blueprints related to each individual craft area.
Course Description: As the third course in the Masonry Pathway, this course provides students with a solid foundation in masonry skills and knowledge and is the third step in gaining a Level One Industry Certification in Masonry. The course provides knowledge and skills related to types and properties of mortar and concrete mixtures, as well as skills needed to operate hand tools, power tools, and equipment used in mixing mortar. Additional course components include knowledge and skills related to cutting, laying, and finishing of masonry units. The prerequisite for this course is Introduction to Construction.