Florida Department of Education
Curriculum Framework 

This program is a replacement for Brick and Block Masonry I463112 (0646010103).

Program Title:	Brick and Block Masonry
Program Type:	Career Preparatory
Career Cluster:	Architecture and Construction

Career Certificate Program	
Program Number	C400600	
CIP Number	0646010107	
Grade Level	30,31	
Program Length	1200 Hours	
Teacher Certification	Refer to the Program Structure section.	
CTSO	SkillsUSA	
SOC Codes (all applicable) 	For program SOC codes, please see the Program and Course Tables section of the CTE Program Resources page linked below.	
CTE Program Resources 	http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml	
Basic Skills Level	Computations (Mathematics):		9	Communications (Reading and Language Arts): 	8	

Purpose

The purpose of this program is to prepare students for employment in the brick, block, and concrete masonry industry.

This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Architecture and Construction career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the Architecture and Construction career cluster. 

The content includes but is not limited to selecting and mixing mortars, laying bricks and blocks, and interpreting construction documents.

Additional Information relevant to this Career and Technical Education (CTE) program is provided at the end of this document.

Program Structure

This program is a planned sequence of instruction consisting of three occupational completion points. The recommended sequence allows students to complete specified portions of the program for employment or to remain for advanced training.  A student who completes the applicable competencies at any occupational completion point may either continue with the training program or terminate as an occupational completer.

This program is comprised of courses which have been assigned course numbers in the SCNS (Statewide Course Numbering System) in accordance with Section 1007.24 (1), F.S.  Career and Technical credit shall be awarded to the student on a transcript in accordance with Section 1001.44(3)(b), F.S.

To teach the courses listed below, instructors must hold at least one of the teacher certifications indicated for that course.

The following table illustrates the postsecondary program structure:

OCP	Course Number	Course Title	Teacher Certification	Length	
A	BCV0332	Masonry Tender	Bldg Const ¶ 7 ¶G
Tec Constr ¶ 7 ¶ G
Trowel Tr 7G	300 Hours	
B	BCV0362	Brickmason 1		450 Hours	
C
	BCV0363	Brickmason 2			
				450 Hours	

Florida’s Career Readiness Skills for CTE Programs

Employability Skills	
01.0	Apply academic skills to workplace scenarios.	
01.01	Use reading skills.	
01.02	Use writing skills.	
01.03	Use mathematical strategies and procedures.	
01.04	Use scientific principles and procedures.	
02.0	Design a solution to an industry problem.	
02.01	Use critical thinking.	
02.02	Use creativity.	
02.03	Make sound decisions.	
02.04	Solve problems.	
02.05	Reason. 	
02.06	Plan and organize.	
03.0	Manage resources within an industry project	
03.01	Manage time.	
03.02	Manage money or resources.	
03.03	Manage materials.	
03.04	Manage personnel.	
04.0	Oversee the subcomponents, operations and output of a technical or organizational system.	
04.01	Manage systems.	
04.02	Monitor systems.	
04.03	Improve systems.	
05.0	Use information for decision making.	
05.01	Locate information.	
05.02	Organize information.	
05.03	Use information.	
05.04	Analyze information.	
05.05	Communicate information.	
06.0	Apply relevant technology to workplace scenarios to aid productivity.	
06.01	Use technology.	
07.0	Interpret and express interpersonal communication.	
07.01	Communicate verbally.	
07.02	Listen actively.	
07.03	Comprehend written material.	
07.04	Convey information in writing.	
07.05	Communicate nonverbally.	
07.06	Interpret nonverbal communication.	
08.0	Interact with others to accomplish workplace goals.	
08.01	Collaborate with others in a team.	
08.02	Respond to customer needs.	
08.03	Exercise leadership.	
08.04	Negotiate to resolve conflict.	
08.05	Respect others.	
09.0	Manage personal behavior to maximize productivity and professional growth.	
09.01	Demonstrate responsibility and self-discipline.	
09.02	Adapt and show flexibility.	
09.03	Work independently.	
09.04	Demonstrate a willingness to learn.	
09.05	Demonstrate integrity.	
09.06	Demonstrate professionalism.	
09.07	Take initiative.	
09.08	Display positive attitude.	
09.09	Take responsibility for professional growth.	
Job Attainment	
10.0	Find, assess and apply to job opportunities.	
10.01	Identify online job posts relevant to his or her career aspirations.	
10.02	Compare and contrast the job posts’ required qualifications, job duties, compensation, benefits and employers. 	
10.03	Define what information, documentation and writing prompts are required for the positions.	
11.0	Communicate personal competence, character and fit for a job opportunity.	
11.01	Develop a resume.	
11.02	Write a cover letter.	
11.03	Curate a professional portfolio that includes work products.	
11.04	Prepare for and experience a mock job interview.	
12.0	Cultivate and leverage relationships to professionally advance.	
12.01	Request a signed reference letter, letter of recommendation and/or an online skill/professionalism endorsement. 	
12.02	Develop a plan to cultivate a professional digital footprint.	
12.03	Develop a networking plan for a specific industry of interest.	

Standards

After successfully completing this program, the student will be able to perform the following:
01.0	Investigate the masonry industry.
02.0	Follow safety practices relevant to the masonry industry.
03.0	Demonstrate mathematics knowledge and skills.
04.0	Use hand tools relevant to the masonry industry.
05.0	Read construction drawings and specifications.
06.0	Describe the properties, characteristics and uses of brick.
07.0	Describe the properties, characteristics and uses of concrete block.
08.0	Erect and disassemble basic scaffolds.
09.0	Operate and maintain power equipment.
10.0	Read measurements, drawings and specifications.
11.0	Select and mix mortars and concrete.
12.0	Lay brick and/or block to the line.
13.0	Describe the various types and uses of bonding.
14.0	Clean masonry.
15.0	Identify the various methods of masonry practices.
16.0	Construct residential masonry projects.
17.0	Build foundations.
18.0	Perform construction details.
19.0	Apply grout and other reinforcement.
20.0	Install metals used in masonry.
21.0	Demonstrate advanced laying techniques.
22.0	Apply construction techniques and moisture control.
23.0	Apply quality control measures.
24.0	Demonstrate knowledge of masonry repair and restoration.
25.0	Estimate materials and cost.
26.0	Perform building layout.
27.0	Explain the importance of employability and entrepreneurship skills.

Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Program Title:	Brick and Block Masonry 
Career Certificate Program Number:	C400600

Course Number:  BCV0332
Occupational Completion Point:  A 
Masonry Tender – 300 Hours	
01.0	Investigate the masonry industry.  The student will be able to:	
01.01	Summarize the history of the masonry industry.	
01.02	Explain the importance of the masonry industry to the local, state and national economy.	
01.03	Identify employment and advancement opportunities in the masonry industry.	
01.04	Explain the factors involved in good-quality work.	
01.05	Describe modern masonry materials.	
02.0	Follow safety practices relevant to the masonry industry.  The student will be able to:	
02.01	Identify causes and types of accidents.	
02.02	Explain the purpose of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) in jobsite safety.	
02.03	Describe the OSHA "Right-to-Know" Law as recorded in (29 CFR-1910.1200)	
02.04	Recognize jobsite hazards and risk assessment techniques.	
02.05	Describe first-aid procedures.	
02.06	Follow safety practices when using tools and equipment.	
02.07	Explain the importance of hazard communications (HazCom) and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).	
02.08	Demonstrate the use of and care of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).	
02.09	Demonstrate proper lifting and lowering procedures (How to properly pick up and put down materials).	
03.0	Demonstrate mathematics knowledge and skills.  The students will be able to:	
03.01	Demonstrate knowledge of arithmetic operations.	
03.02	Analyze and apply data and measurements to solve problems and interpret documents.	
03.03	Construct charts/tables/graphs using functions and data.	
04.0	Use hand tools relevant to the masonry industry.  The student will be able to:	
04.01	Identify, care for and use basic hand tools.	
04.02	Read ruler to the 1/16" increment.	
04.03	Read brick-spacing rules and/or brick modular rules.	
05.0	Read construction drawings and specifications.  The student will be able to:	
05.01	Identify types of drawings.	
05.02	Identify symbols on the drawings.	
05.03	Read and interpret simple drawings.	
05.04	Read and interpret specifications.	
05.05	Explain the importance of following local, state and national codes and standards.	
05.06	Interpret a finished schedule.	
05.07	Use an architect's scale.	
05.08	Use construction documents to estimate material quantities. 	
05.09	Demonstrate ability to make simple sketches.	
06.0	Describe the properties, characteristics and uses of brick.  The student will be able to:	
06.01	Explain the brick-manufacturing process.	
06.02	Identify the properties and characteristics of brick.	
06.03	Distinguish between standard and modular bricks.	
06.04	Describe the different types of bricks and their principal uses.	
06.05	Identify brick positioning in a wall.	
06.06	Build 4” brick corner return leads.	
06.07	Build a wall 3’ high and 4’ long.	
07.0	Describe the properties, characteristics and uses of concrete block.  The student will be able to:	
07.01	Explain the manufacturing process of concrete block.	
07.02	Identify the properties and characteristics of concrete block.	
07.03	Describe the different types, including shapes and sizes, of concrete blocks and their principal uses.	
07.04	Build an 8” block corner return lead 3 courses high.	
08.0	Erect and disassemble basic scaffolds.  The student will be able to:	
08.01	Follow safety practices when working with ladders and scaffolds.	
08.02	Erect and disassemble basic scaffolds.	
09.0	Operate and maintain power equipment.  The student will be able to:	
09.01	Follow safety practices when using and maintaining power equipment.	
09.02	Use masonry saw with an abrasive blade to cut masonry units.	
09.03	Use masonry saw with a diamond blade to cut masonry units.	
09.04	Set up, operate and maintain power tools and equipment (mixer, handheld saw, drill, etc.).	
10.0	Read measurements, drawings and specifications.  The student will be able to:	
10.01	Work with denominate numbers.	
10.02	Identify the ingredients and properties of mortars.	
10.03	Convert measurements in the U.S. standard (English) system into metric equivalents.	
10.04	Read construction documents and identify basic parts of a drawing set.	
10.05	Discuss the different types of specifications used in the building industry and the sections that pertain to masonry. 	
11.0	Select and mix mortars and concrete.  The student will be able to:	
11.01	Identify types of mortars and identify types to use on various concrete masonry units (CMU).	
11.02	Identify the ingredients and properties of mortars.	
11.03	Identify the properties and characteristics of concrete.	
11.04	Identify colored mortars (admix and factory-blended).	
11.05	Identify the types and purposes of grouts.	
11.06	Store and place materials.	
11.07	Select mortars and concrete.	
11.08	Mix mortars by hand and by machine.	
11.09	Mix concrete by hand and by machine.	
11.10	Clean up tools, equipment and the work site.	
11.11	Identify common problems found in mortar application and their uses.	
12.0	Lay brick and/or block to the line.  The student will be able to:	
12.01	Spread mortar for brick and/or block.	
12.02	Pull a line from established leads.	
12.03	Set up masonry materials.	
12.04	Butter head joints.	
12.05	Lay brick to the line.	
12.06	Maintain proper spacing of head and bed joints.	
12.07	Cut brick with a hammer, a brick set and a trowel.	
12.08	Point and tool joints in brick walls.	
12.09	Re-temper mortar.	
12.10	Demonstrate proper handling of materials to prevent damage.	
12.11	Repeat the above ten tasks with 8" concrete block.	
13.0	Describe the various types and uses of bonding.  The student will be able to:	
13.01	Define and describe pattern, structural and adhesive bonding.	
13.02	Differentiate among and use stretcher, common, English, English cross, Flemish and stack bonds.	
14.0	Clean masonry.  The student will be able to:	
14.01	Follow safety practices when cleaning masonry.	
14.02	Identify reasons for cleaning.	
14.03	Identify and select cleaning materials and equipment.	
14.04	Prepare cleaning solutions.	
14.05	Point new and old work.	
14.06	Prepare the area and protect surrounding area from masonry cleaning solutions.	
14.07	Clean the wall using various methods.	
15.0	Identify the various methods of masonry practices.  The student will be able to:	
15.01	Identify the methods of basic building layouts.	
15.02	Identify the methods of digging and pouring footings.	
15.03	Identify the methods of forming, grading and pouring concrete slabs.	
15.04	Identify the different types of reinforced masonry, flashing, wall reinforcement and ties and use proper technique for installation. 	
15.05	Identify measuring tools.	
15.06	Identify power equipment.	

Course Number:  BCV0362
Occupational Completion Point:  B
Brickmason 1 – 450 Hours	
16.0	Construct residential masonry projects.  The students will be able to:	
16.01	Explain the requirements for construction of various types of residential foundations.	
16.02	Identify and explain the characteristics, uses and installation techniques for brick pavers.	
16.03	Lay out and build steps, patios and decks made from masonry units.	
16.04	Describe the process of tying brick veneer to an established wall.	
16.05	Build 4" and/or 8" double-wythe brick corners.	
16.06	Build 4", 6” and 12" block corners. (Optional)	
16.07	Build reinforced masonry walls, composite walls and cavity walls.	
16.08	Erect corner poles and lay out brick coursing on story pole. 	
16.09	Course brick heights.	
16.10	Build brick and/or block sills, steps, piers, pilasters, columns, brick chase, flue, paving, BBQ pits and planters. (Optional)	
16.11	Construct a brick veneer wall.	
16.12	Install precast and built-in lintels. (Optional)	
16.13	Build modular brick walls.	
16.14	Install adhered stone veneer installation. (Optional)	
16.15	Install door jams. (Optional)	
17.0	Build foundations.  The student will be able to:	
17.01	Describe the process of building foundation walls to floor elevations.	
17.02	Describe the process of making foundation walls waterproof, if required.	
17.03	Describe the process of installing flashing, anchor bolts, termite shields and weep holes; install vents (if a wooden floor system is used).	
	
18.0	Perform construction details.  The student will be able to:	
18.01	Build 4" and/or 8" double-wythe brick corners.	
18.02	Build reinforced masonry walls, composite walls and cavity walls.	
18.03	Course brick heights.	
18.04	Build brick and/or block sills, steps, piers, pilasters, columns, brick chase, flue, paving, BBQ pits and planters. (Optional)	
18.05	Construct a brick veneer wall.	
19.0	Apply grout and other reinforcement.  The students will be able to:	
19.01	Name and describe the primary ingredients in grout and their properties.	
19.02	Identify the different types of grout used in masonry work.	
19.03	Describe common admixtures and their uses.	
19.04	Describe the use of steel bar reinforcement in masonry construction.	
20.0	Install metals used in masonry.  The students will be able to:	
20.01	Describe the uses and installation of vertical reinforcement.	
20.02	Describe the uses and installation of different types of horizontal joint reinforcement and ties.	
20.03	Describe the uses and installation of different anchors, fasteners and embedded items.	
20.04	Describe and/or install hollow metal frames.	
20.05	Describe the functions of sills and lintels.	
20.06	Describe and/or install metal hardware. 	

Course Number:  BCV0363
Occupational Completion Point:  C
Brickmason 2 – 450 Hours	
21.0	Demonstrate advanced laying technique.  The student will be able to:	
21.01	Recognize the structural principles and fundamental uses of basic types of walls.	
21.02	Recognize the requirement for and function of control joints and expansion joints.	
21.03	Describe the various types of walls using proper reinforcement, jointing and bonding techniques.	
21.04	Describe how to lay out specialty structures such as maintenance holes, segmented block walls and screens.	
21.05	Identify and explain the different types of masonry arches used today.	
22.0	Apply construction techniques and moisture control.  The student will be able to:	
22.01	Describe the process of placing masonry around windows, doors and other openings.	
22.02	Describe the process of building pilasters and other types of bracing.	
22.03	Describe the process of installing insulation used in conjunction with masonry construction.	
22.04	Identify the need for moisture control in various types of masonry construction and describe the techniques used to eliminate moisture problems.	
22.05	Describe the process of building corbelling in a double-wythe wall.	
22.06	Describe the process of joining intersecting walls.	
22.07	Describe the process of installing flashing.	
23.0	Apply quality control measures.  The student will be able to:	
23.01	Describe industry standards for quality control.	
23.02	Describe how to build masonry sample panels and prisms.	
23.03	Perform a slump test.	
23.04	Describe and perform field inspections.	
24.0	Demonstrate knowledge of masonry repair and restoration.  The student will be able to:	
24.01	Recognize signs of deterioration in masonry structures.	
24.02	Describe the causes of efflorescence, cracking and faulty mortar joints.	
24.03	Describe the procedures for preventing and correcting efflorescence, cracking and faulty mortar joints.	
24.04	Describe the procedures for preventing and correcting water damage in basements.	
24.05	Demonstrate proper use of masonry sealers.	
25.0	Estimate materials and cost.  The student will be able to:	
25.01	Estimate the materials needed for a specific job.	
25.02	Estimate the cost of the materials, labor, unit/ labor costs and sales tax. 	
26.0	Perform building layout.  The student will be able to:	
26.01	Read and interpret plot plans.	
26.02	Establish building corners.	
26.03	Check and/or establish 90-degree angles using the 3-4-5 rule. 	
26.04	Use optical and laser leveling instruments, transit and leveling rod. 	
26.05	Describe how to build batter boards and establish building lines and elevations.	
26.06	Describe how to dig, prepare and pour footings to local codes and standards.	
27.0	Explain the importance of employability and entrepreneurship skills.  The students will be able to:	
27.01	Identify and demonstrate positive work behaviors needed to be employable.	
27.02	Develop personal career plan that includes goals, objectives and strategies.	
27.03	Examine licensing, certification and industry credentialing requirements.	
27.04	Maintain a career portfolio to document knowledge, skills and experience.	
27.05	Evaluate and compare employment opportunities that match career goals.	
27.06	Demonstrate ability to complete job applications and make a resume. 	
27.07	Identify and exhibit traits for retaining employment.	
27.08	Identify opportunities and research requirements for career advancement.	
27.09	Research the benefits of ongoing professional development.	
27.10	Examine and describe entrepreneurship opportunities as a career planning option.	

Additional Information

Laboratory Activities

Laboratory investigations that include scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, emerging technologies, tools and equipment, as well as, experimental, quality, and safety procedures are an integral part of this career and technical program/course. Laboratory investigations benefit all students by developing an understanding of the complexity and ambiguity of empirical work, as well as the skills required to manage, operate, calibrate and troubleshoot equipment/tools used to make observations. Students understand measurement error; and have the skills to aggregate, interpret, and present the resulting data. Equipment and supplies should be provided to enhance hands-on experiences for students.

Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)

CTSOs are co-curricular career and technical student organizations providing leadership training and reinforcing specific career and technical skills. Career and Technical Student Organizations provide activities for students as an integral part of the instruction offered. Other CTSOs not listed in this curriculum framework or recognized by the Florida Department of Education are permissible provided they support student mastery over the standards and benchmarks of this curriculum framework.

Cooperative Training – OJT

On-the-job training is appropriate but not required for this program.  Whenever offered, the rules, guidelines, and requirements specified in the OJT framework apply. 

Basic Skills

In Career Certificate Programs offered for 450 hours or more, in accordance with Rule 6A-10.040, F.A.C., the minimum basic skills grade levels required for postsecondary adult career and technical students to complete this program are:  Computation (Mathematics) and Communications (Reading and Language Arts). These grade level numbers correspond to a grade equivalent score obtained on a state designated basic skills examination. 

Adult students with disabilities, as defined in Section 1004.02, Florida Statutes, may be exempted from meeting the Basic Skills requirements (Rule 6A-10.040).  Students served in exceptional student education (except gifted) as defined in s. 1003.01, F.S., may also be exempted from meeting the Basic Skills requirement.  Each school district and Florida College System Institution must adopt a policy addressing procedures for exempting eligible students with disabilities from the Basic Skills requirement as permitted in Section 1004.91, F.S.

Accommodations

Federal and state legislation requires the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities to meet individual needs and ensure equal access. Postsecondary students with disabilities must self-identify, present documentation, request accommodations if needed, and develop a plan with their counselor and/or instructors. Accommodations received in postsecondary education may differ from those received in secondary education. Accommodations change the way the student is instructed. Students with disabilities may need accommodations in such areas as instructional methods and materials, assignments and assessments, time demands and schedules, learning environment, assistive technology and special communication systems. Documentation of the accommodations requested and provided should be maintained in a confidential file.

Note: postsecondary curriculum and regulated secondary programs cannot be modified.