MASONRY CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY Masonry Construction Technology provides the opportunity to develop the skills of a proficient mason, from the simple spreading of mortar to the complex construction of an inside fireplace. These skills are developed by practice projects, which are preceded by theory lectures and demonstrations. Faculty members show films on various aspects of the trade, and students take field trips to learn about the manufacture of masonry products. Since a large part of masonry work is decorative as well as functional, special emphasis is placed on appreciation of the beauty and permanence of brickwork and on the development of pride in good workmanship. Students find employment in the field as masons, and with experience, as forepersons or superintendents. Many masons are self-employed. PROGRAM OBJECTIVES: A graduate of this program will be able to do the following: * Operate masonry tools and equipment safely and effectively. * Use masonry terminology. * Read blueprints to estimate materials quantity and pricing. * Lay out and construct footings and build a block foundation. * Apply brick veneering to a structure. * Construct a masonry arch. * Lay out and set ceramic tile. * Construct an inside fireplace and chimney. * Repair older masonry structures. * Organize personnel and materials at a construction site. * Provide all masonry options in current residential construction. MODEL SCHEDULE FOR MASONRY CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY SEMESTER 1 MASN 101 Intro to Tools Safety and Equipment MASN 105 Intro to Masonry Construction MASN 116 Chimney Construction MASN 110 Development of Masonry Materials ENG 106 English Composition MATH 126 Technical Mathematics I or higher SEMESTER 2 MASN 157 Block Construction MASN 158 Adhered Concrete Masonry Veneer MASN 162 Hard-scaping Patios & Retaining Walls MASN 167 Masonry Restoration and Building Walls MASN 171 Concrete Sidewalks CIS 111 Intro to Computer Applications OR CIS 105 Drawing with AutoCad MATH 137* or higher (Math 136 is an option) HEAL 111 Basic First Aid SEMESTER 3 MASN 207 Advanced Masonry Applications MASN 211 Planning and Management MASN 216 Blueprint Reading and Estimating ENG 221 Public Speaking, OR ENG 216 Technical Writing Science Elective SEMESTER 4 MASN 256 Fireplace Construction MASN 261 Arch Construction MASN 266 Tile Setting MASN 271 Footings and Foundations Humanities Elective BUSN 106 Small Business Management TOTAL CREDITS 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 2 3 1 3 3 1 5 2 4 3 3 4 3 2 3 3 3 72 Academic Catalog * 55