Bricklayer

Applied Certificate

Program Overview

As a student in the Bricklayer Applied Certificate program, you will develop the required knowledge and skills to work in residential and commercial construction.

Length and Start Date

Start Date(s): Varies

For more information contact programinnovation@saskpolytech.ca or call 306-659-4358.

Length:

18 weeks


Locations

  • Delivery is subject to needs assessment.

Admissions

Admission Requirements

Alternative Admission

Applicants who do not possess the academic qualifications for a program may be admitted if evidence of probable success can be established through an alternative admission assessment. Applicants are automatically considered for alternative admission. However, some specific admission requirements may still need to be met.



ACCUPLACER©

Refer to the ACCUPLACER© cut scores for this program below, and review additional details concerning Alternative Admission using Accuplacer.

  • 250 Arithmetic
  • 243 Reading
  • 236 Writing

Post-secondary

Some programs allow applicants to meet the admission grade level requirement using 15 approved post-secondary credits. Review additional information.

If the program applied to has specific course requirements, they may be met through alternative post-secondary courses. Review already approved courses that may be used for admission purposes for your programs.

Admission Method

First Qualified/First Admitted

The First Qualified/First Admitted (FQFA) process is used for the majority of Saskatchewan Polytechnic programs. When we determine that you meet the program's admission requirements, you will be offered admission based on the date you fully qualify for the program. The earlier you provide the appropriate documents and information that qualify you for admission to the next intake, the earlier you might begin your studies. Your application, once qualified, is always considered for the next intake. 

Applicants to programs with multiple intakes in an academic year remain in the application pool until the last intake for that academic year has begun. Programs using the FQFA process receive applications year round and maintain an application pool for each academic year. Qualified applicants who are not offered a seat must reapply for the next academic year. 

Sponsored programs or programs targeted to specific groups do not accept applications year round or maintain an application pool.

See Admission Processes for more information about this method of admission.

Tuition and Fees

For more information contact programinnovation@saskpolytech.ca or call 306-659-4358.

Courses

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Name/Description
Credits
 
BPRT 102
Construction Documents and Sketching
2
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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
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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
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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
MATH 112
Trade Math
1
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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
MSON 100
Mortars
4
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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
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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
MSON 103
Site Layout
2
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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
SAFE 107
General Safety
2
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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
SCAF 103
Scaffolds
2
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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
SHOP 107
Shop Projects
4
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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
WALL 100
Walls
4
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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
WORK 112
Work Placement
0
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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

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