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Posted: 01/25/07

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¨ Institutionally Developed

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MSN 114 - Ornamental Masonry

Course Description

Provides experience in the design and construction of selected ornamental masonry structures. Topics include: materials and construction techniques.

Competency Areas	Hours
Materials	Class	1
Construction Techniques	D. Lab	0
	P. Lab/O.B.I.	3
	Credit	2

Prerequisite:	MSN 111
Corequisite:

Course Guide

Competency	After completing this section, the student will:	Hours
		Class	D.Lab	P.Lab/ O.B.I.
MATERIALS		5	0	5
Terrazzo	Explain the process of installing terrazzo.
Tile	Describe the process of installing floor tile on a concrete base.
Marble	Explain how to install marble pieces.
Stucco	Explain how to apply stucco to the different types of surfaces.
Stone	Set stones.
	Construct a section of stone wall using stone panels with raked joints.
	Lay out and construct a section of wall using rubble with bondstones.
CONSTRUCTION TECHNIQUES		5	0	25
Paving	Explain the construction of a masonry driveway.
	Explain the construction of a masonry floor.
	Explain the construction of a masonry walk.
Arches	Explain the construction of brick arches.
Steps	Explain the construction of a flight of steps. Assist in the construction of a flight of steps.
Ornamental walls	Lay a section of an ornamental lattice pattern wall.
	Construct a section of an ornamental masonry wall.
	Construct a sample 5' X 5' panel with wall bond, random-coursed sandstone.
Prefabricated structures	Construct planters. Construct water fountains.
Repair	Repair masonry work.

Suggested Resources

Books

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.