Overview

Residential Masonry emphasizes hands-on skill development through complete masonry construction projects. Beginning with jobsite preparation and material handling, students progress through mortar preparation, concrete block walls, brick construction, stone veneer, masonry detailing, repairs, maintenance, and a complete masonry veneer or garden wall capstone project.

Table of Contents

  1. Chapter 1: Inspect and Plan Residential Masonry Project
  2. Chapter 2: Set Up Masonry Work Area
  3. Chapter 3: Mix Mortar and Prepare Materials
  4. Chapter 4: Layout Masonry Wall Lines, Levels, and Story Poles
  5. Chapter 5: Build Concrete Block Practice Wall
  6. Chapter 6: Build Block Wall Corners and Intersections
  7. Chapter 7: Reinforce and Grout Block Wall Section
  8. Chapter 8: Build Brick Practice Wall
  9. Chapter 9: Build Brick Corners and Piers
  10. Chapter 10: Cut Brick, Block, and Stone Safely
  11. Chapter 11: Install Brick Veneer Practice Wall
  12. Chapter 12: Install Stone Veneer Practice Wall
  13. Chapter 13: Install Masonry Flashing and Weep Holes
  14. Chapter 14: Repoint Brick or Block Mortar Joints
  15. Chapter 15: Repair Cracked Masonry
  16. Chapter 16: Build Small Masonry Garden Wall
  17. Chapter 17: Build Small Brick or Stone Step Assembly
  18. Chapter 18: Inspect and Maintain Chimney Masonry
  19. Chapter 19: Clean and Seal Masonry Surfaces
  20. Chapter 20: Capstone: Build Complete Masonry Veneer or Garden Wall Section

Learning Outcomes