50-408-717Materials of Construction for Bricklayers
Course Information
Description
This course introduces the learner to a variety of construction methods using various building materials. The learner will receive instruction that will enable them to interpret a "Master Format", as well as analyze different foundation types. Emphasis is placed on the primary differences in construction methods that exist involving different building materials.
Total Credits
1
Course Competencies
  1. Analyze foundation types
    Assessment Strategies
    upon locating and describing various foundation types, and analyzing their differences.
    upon explaining the footing requirements for various foundation types
    Criteria
    you locate on various blueprints different foundation types
    you describe the differences in various foundation types
    you detail the requirements and features of each foundation type
    you explain the required footing details for each foundation type on a given blueprint
    you complete all requirements in a neat, timely, and professional manner

  2. Analyze wood construction methods
    Assessment Strategies
    by locating on a blueprint and describing various methods of wood construction
    Criteria
    you explain various wood framing methods
    you perform all work in a neat, professional, and timely manner
    you examine requirements relating to wood construction methods
    you recognize and describe wood construction symbols and abbreviations found on blueprints
    you explain platform framing
    you explain balloon framing
    you explain plank and beam framing

  3. Analyze masonry construction methods
    Assessment Strategies
    by analyzing and explaining masonry construction methods
    Criteria
    you explain and locate the components of a cavity wall
    you examine and describe the differences of cavity walls and composite walls
    you examine and describe block construction methods
    you examine and describe brick construction methods
    you analyze and describe reinforced brick masonry construction methods
    you compare various masonry wall systems
    you explain masonry reinforcing methods
    you describe masonry mortars, and their properties
    you locate and describe various masonry details on blueprints
    you perform all work in a neat, professional and timely manner

  4. Analyze steel construction methods
    Assessment Strategies
    by locating on a blueprint and describing various elements of steel frame construction
    Criteria
    you describe the use of metal framing and steel stud construction
    you list the advantages and disadvantages of steel frame construction
    you explain the notations given to steel joists, beams, columns, channels, and girders
    you describe the welding notations and symbols given on a blueprint for attaching steel members
    you describe the methods used for anchoring steel members to masonry and concrete
    you perform all work in a neat, professional and timely manner

  5. Analyze concrete construction methods
    Assessment Strategies
    upon examining and describing various elements of concrete construction
    by locating and describing various concrete construction details on a blueprint
    Criteria
    you demonstrate the layout and setting up for concrete footings
    you demonstrate the set-up of stepped footings
    you explain the advantages and disadvantages of poured concrete walls
    you describe the set-up procedures for poured concrete walls
    you detail reinforcing requirements for poured concrete walls
    you examine and explain the uses of tilt-up concrete wall panels
    you describe the advantages and disadvantages of tilt-up concrete wall panels
    you locate and describe concrete construction details on blueprints
    you describe procedures for set-up, placing and finishing concrete floors
    you explain reinforcing requirements in concrete floors
    you perform all work in a neat, professional, and timely manner

  6. Select protective/sealing systems
    Assessment Strategies
    by locating and selecting the proper protective/sealing system for a given application
    Criteria
    you examine and describe the properties and characteristics of various flashing materials
    you describe the proper spacing and installation of weep holes
    you list the advantages and disadvantages of various types of weep holes
    you describe the proper procedures for installing and placing drain tile
    you detail various methods and materials used for waterproofing basement and foundation walls
    you list and describe various materials used for coping
    you describe the characteristics and uses for vapor barriers
    you select the proper calking to be used for various applications and materials
    you list the characteristics of various calking materials
    you perform all work in a neat, professional, and timely manner