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Masonry Fundamentals Workshop (WPD 643)

Term: 2021-2022 Academic Year

Faculty

There is not currently a faculty member for this course

Schedule

Tue, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM (6/7/2022 - 6/7/2022) Location: OFC APW

Description

This is a fundamental course designed to give new public works employees the basic skills to build catch basins, manholes, laying in and cutting brick. Students will use a mock up of a manhole, catch basin and basin pipe to simulate real world experience. The course will cover a review of tools of the trade and safety equipment, the review of primary mortar types and the art of mortar mixing. The course will finish with a demonstration/hands on section on how to lay bricks and using water plugs.