Code
Name/Description
Credits
BPRT 102
Construction Documents and Sketching
2
You will learn how to properly interpret basic construction documents. You will also cover sketching simple orthographic and isometric drawings. As well, you will be able to perform basic masonry estimating procedures.
Credit Units: 2
Course Hours: 30.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
EQPT 111
Tools, Equipment, and Masonry Materials
4
Your will focus on the use of hand tools, power tools and various equipment used in the Bricklayer trade. The history, classification and manufacture of various masonry materials will be discussed. The properties, characteristics, sizes and shapes of masonry units will be identified. You will also describe basic rigging and hoisting techniques.
Credit Units: 4
Course Hours: 60.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
JOBS 125
Essential Job Skills
1
You will develop essential job skills by preparing job search documents and practicing effective interpersonal communication skills for the workplace.
Credit Units: 1
Course Hours: 15.0
Equivalent Course(s): COMM 106, COMM 127, HUMR 102, TCOM 102, TCOM 105
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory, Online
You will solve mathematics problems within the construction industry. You will convert units of measurement using the Imperial and Metric systems. You will then apply your knowledge to solve geometric problems found in the construction industry involving perimeters, areas, and volume.
Credit Units: 1
Course Hours: 15.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory, Online
You will focus on the development of mortar, its properties, characteristics, uses, and the procedure for, mixing and handling. You will learn how to identify building code requirements. The course will include mortar spreading techniques and the types of mortar joints finishes.
Credit Units: 4
Course Hours: 60.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
MSON 101
Miscellaneous Masonry
4
You will explore various masonry topics such as piling, pilasters, architectural trends, maintenance and cleaning, insulation and vapor barriers. The proper design and material usage will be discussed. You will also study the various styles of masonry anchors.
Credit Units: 4
Course Hours: 60.0
Corequisites(s): MSON 100
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
You will focus on proper set-up techniques and organizing the job site through using principles of safety and efficiency.
Credit Units: 2
Course Hours: 30.0
Corequisites(s): SAFE 107, SCAF 103
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
You will acquire general construction safety knowledge based on the interpretation of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations (OH&S), and the Saskatchewan Construction and Safety Association (SCSA) requirements.
Credit Units: 2
Course Hours: 30.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
You will learn how to select and safely set up various types of scaffolding used in the masonry trade. The safety regulations in the Saskatchewan Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) Act will be emphasized.
Credit Units: 2
Course Hours: 30.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
You will acquire practical skills in bricklaying by constructing various masonry projects that will focus on building wall systems, pilasters, and columns.
Credit Units: 4
Course Hours: 60.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
You will gain hands-on practical experience in the design, layout and construction of various wall systems according to the building code requirements.
Credit Units: 4
Course Hours: 60.0
Corequisites(s): MSON 100
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
You will acquire practical bricklaying experience on construction sites.
Credit Units: 0
Course Hours: 60.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Online, Work Experience - Group, Work Experience -Individual
Total semester credits: 30