Standard

 

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.

 

Competency Areas

Hours

 

Types of Design

Class

1

Foundation Plans

D. Lab

1

Firebox Types

P. Lab/O.B.I.

6

Mantle/Hearth Designs

Credit

3

Chimney Types

 

 

Fireplace Inserts

 

 

 

 

 

Prerequisite:

CAR 105, MSN 106, MSN 109

Corequisite:

 

 

Course Guide

 

Competency

After completing this section, the student will:

Hours

Class

D.Lab

P.Lab/

O.B.I.

TYPES OF DESIGN               

2

2

10

Brick-o-lator fireplace

Describe and explain the function of parts of fireplaces and chimneys.

 

 

 

Conventional fireplace

Identify the functions and materials of conventional fireplaces.

 

 

 

 

Describe how a fireplace works.

 

 

 

Conventional fireplace with two openings

Identify the functions and materials of a conventional fireplace with two openings.

 

 

 

 

Identify flues and dampers for conventional fireplaces with two openings.

 

 

 

Conventional fireplace with three openings

Select proper flue linings sizes for conventional fireplaces with three openings.

 

 

 

Outdoor fireplace

 

 

 

 

FOUNDATION PLANS

2

2

12

Requirements

Interpret foundation plans.

 

 

 

FIREBOX TYPES                    

1

2

10

Types

Describe ash dumps.

 

 

 

 

Assist in the installation of ash dumps.

 

 

 

 

Describe clean-out doors.

 

 

 

 

Identify placement of dampers.

 

 

 

 

Describe basic layout of firebricks in fireboxes.

 

 

 

 

Assist in the installation of log lighters.

 

 

 

 

Provide outside air source.

 

 

 

MANTLE/HEARTH DESIGNS      

1

2

8

Mantles

Identify the construction of different mantle styles.

 

 

 

Hearths

Identify the construction of different hearth styles.

Assist in the constuction of hearths.

 

 

 

CHIMNEY TYPES                      

2

2

12

Flue

Set flue linings and thimbles.

Fireproof walls.

 

 

 

FIREPLACE INSERTS                    

2

0

8

Installation

Assist in the installation of fireplace inserts.

 

 

 

 

Suggested Resources

 

Books

 

Ball, J. E. (1980). Practical problems in mathematics for masons (2nd ed.). Albany, NY: Delmar.

Feirer, J. L., & Gilborn, R. (1989). Residential masonry. Mission Hills, CA: Glencoe.

Kreh, R. (1979). Safety for masons. Albany, NY: Delmar.

Kreh, R. (1982). Masonry skills. Albany, NY: Delmar.

Maguire, B. W. (1978). Masonry and concrete. Reston, VA: Reston.

Putnam, M. (1988). Modern masonry. New York: Harcourt Brace Jovanovich.

Toenjes, L. P. (1989). Residential printreading. Homewood, IL: Am Technical.