MASONRY
Instructor, William Doutt
Course Description
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Masonry students develop entry-level skills by
working with concrete blocks, bricks, stone, ceramic tile, and
artificial materials. Students use these materials to construct
foundations, walls, fireplaces, and special projects such as ceramic
floors and walls. Students in masonry work with concrete in real
life projects, learn to read blueprints, and mathematics of the trade.
Mathematics is especially important in estimating construction jobs. A mason needs to possess average or above average strength and stamina, as masonry work frequently requires lifting heavy units of material repeatedly for extended periods of time. Masonry students work extensively on the school's house projects laying the foundation, pouring basement and garage floors, brick casing the house, doing interior ceramic floors and walls. All other concrete work, including footings, driveway, sidewalk, and curbing is done by the students under direct supervision of the instructor. Employment opportunities for masons and concrete workers is excellent. |
Prerequisites: Applied Math & Science, Measuring skills (linear, area, and perimeter).
Appropriate Occupations
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Bricklayer
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Blocklayer
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Stonemason
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Tile Setter
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Concrete Finisher
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Masonry Waterproofer
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Tuck Pointer
Job Outlook
There is a high demand for bricklayers in the Altoona area, as well as throughout most of the United States.
Further Education
Opportunities
Further education opportunities are available through trade
schools or the military branches.
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This program is also available for adults.
See Intergenerational Programs
Revised 4/3/07