Posted: 01/25/07
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þState Standard |
¨ Institutionally Developed |
College: not applicable |
MSN 113
- Fireplaces and Chimneys
Course
Description
Provides instruction in the design and construction of fireplaces and
chimneys. Topics
include: types of design, foundation plans, firebox types, mantle/hearth designs,
chimney types, and fireplace inserts.
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Competency Areas |
Hours
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Types of
Design |
Class |
0 |
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Foundation
Plans |
D. Lab |
2 |
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Firebox
Types |
P.
Lab/O.B.I. |
6 |
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Mantle/Hearth
Designs |
Credit |
3 |
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Chimney
Types |
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Fireplace
Inserts |
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Prerequisite: |
CAR 105,
MSN 106, MSN 109 |
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Corequisite: |
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Course Guide |
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Competency |
After completing this section,
the student will: |
Hours |
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Class |
D.Lab
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P.Lab/ O.B.I. |
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TYPES OF DESIGN |
0 |
4
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10 |
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Brick-o-lator fireplace |
Describe
and explain the function of parts of fireplaces and chimneys. |
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Conventional
fireplace |
Identify
the functions and materials of conventional fireplaces. |
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Conventional
fireplace with two openings |
Identify
the functions and materials of a conventional fireplace with two openings. |
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Identify
flues and dampers for conventional fireplaces with two openings. |
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Conventional
fireplace with three openings |
Select
proper flue linings sizes for conventional fireplaces with three openings. |
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Outdoor
fireplace |
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FOUNDATION
PLANS |
0 |
4
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12 |
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Requirements |
Interpret
foundation plans. |
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FIREBOX TYPES
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0 |
3
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10 |
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Types |
Describe
ash dumps. |
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Assist in
the installation of ash dumps. |
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Describe
clean-out doors. |
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Identify
placement of dampers. |
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Describe
basic layout of firebricks in fireboxes. |
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Assist in
the installation of log lighters. |
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Provide
outside air source. |
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MANTLE/HEARTH
DESIGNS |
0 |
3
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8 |
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Mantles |
Identify
the construction of different mantle styles. |
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Hearths |
Identify
the construction of different hearth styles. Assist in
the constuction of hearths. |
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CHIMNEY
TYPES
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0 |
4
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12 |
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Flue |
Set flue
linings and thimbles. Fireproof
walls. |
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FIREPLACE
INSERTS
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0 |
2
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8 |
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Installation |
Assist in
the installation of fireplace inserts. |
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Suggested Resources |
Ball, J. E. (1980). Practical problems in mathematics for masons (2nd ed.).
Feirer, J. L., & Gilborn, R.
(1989). Residential masonry.
Kreh, R. (1979). Safety for masons.
Kreh, R. (1982). Masonry skills.
Maguire, B. W. (1978). Masonry and concrete.
Putnam, M. (1988). Modern masonry.
Toenjes, L. P. (1989). Residential printreading.