Masonry Fundamentals

Bricklaying Techniques

Mortar Mixing and Application

Introduction to Mortar28Materials and Equipment30Mortar Mix Design27Mixing Mortar26Applying Mortar26Curing and Finishing31Troubleshooting Mortar Problems28

Masonry Tools and Equipment

Types of Masonry Tools28Functions of Masonry Tools23Safety Precautions for Using Masonry Tools25Levels23Squares21Hammers26Circular Saws24Grinders21Drills27Tuck Pointers22Jointers22Rakes26

Masonry Safety and Regulations

Importance of Safety in Masonry22Legal Responsibilities and Regulations26Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)28Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment25Material Handling and Storage28Scaffolding and Ladders19Power Tool Safety26Ergonomics and Physical Safety23Emergency Action Plan22First Aid and CPR23Fire Prevention and Control27Accident Investigation and Reporting26

Masonry Blueprint Reading

Blueprint Basics25Blueprint Scales25Blueprint Conventions24Types of Masonry Materials26Masonry Construction Techniques28Masonry Codes and Standards24Plan Views and Elevations27Sections and Details24Dimensioning and Tolerances22Complex Blueprint Interpretation27Estimating and Takeoffs22Blueprint Revision and Change Orders25

Masonry Estimating and Bidding

Overview of the Masonry Industry24Introduction to Masonry Estimating23Introduction to Masonry Bidding27Estimating Brick25Estimating Mortar24Estimating Other Materials18Estimating Labor Costs27Estimating Labor Productivity30Preparing a Bid26Submitting a Bid21Evaluating Bids24

Masonry Project Management

Overview of Masonry Project Management26Roles and Responsibilities of Masonry Project Managers23Project Planning and Scheduling23Project Budgeting and Cost Control24Quality Control and Assurance23Site Preparation and Layout25Masonry Materials and Construction Methods27Masonry Detailing and Finishes29Masonry Project Safety23Masonry Project Inspection and Closeout22Masonry Project Management Software27Building Information Modeling (BIM) for Masonry Projects27Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) for Masonry Projects24Drone Technology for Masonry Projects25Emerging Technologies in Masonry Project Management22