Learning Outcomes

Introduction to Bricklaying

Tools of Bricklaying

The Basics of Concrete in Bricklaying

Lesson Summary

This module delves into bricklaying and bricklayer responsibilities. You'll also discover various bricklaying tools and the characteristics of cement, fine aggregates, coarse aggregate, and mixing concrete.

The Fundamentals of Bricklaying Mortar

Bricks and Blocks

Simple Foundations and Bases

Basic Setting-Out and Levelling

Bricklaying Basic Skills

In this module, we explore the essentials of bricklaying mortar, the distinctions between bricks and blocks, and simple foundations and bases such as strip and raft foundations. Bricklaying procedures and wall construction principles are also discussed.

Bricklaying and Masonry Techniques for Beginners - Assessment

Learn how to build a wall in this free online course that provides bricklaying and masonry techniques for beginners.

Bricklaying and Masonry Techniques for Beginners

This construction course teaches you basic bricklaying and masonry techniques. We examine the tools, materials and procedures required to work with brick and stone. We begin with basic methods and explain how ‘setting out’ helps you to prepare the site before you start work. We then delve into the technical skills you need to work with cement and delve into the ‘3:4:5 rule’. Sign up to add masonry and bricklaying to your skillset.

Introduction to Reading Plans and Elevations

Drawing Set

Reading and Interpreting Drawings

Reading Plans - Other Important Terms

Organizing Projects and Working With Other Trades

In this module, you'll get to learn more about reading plans and elevations used by carpenters in the construction process from drawing sets, reading and interpreting drawings, organizing projects and working with other trades.

Introduction to Floor Systems

Methods of Framing Houses

Building Drawings and Specifications

Floor Systems

Constructing Platform Floor Assembly and Installing Joists

Determining Girder and Joist Sizes

Learn more about constructing floor systems from methods of framing houses, building drawings and specifications, floor systems, constructing platform floor assembly and installing joists, determining girder and joist sizes.

Introduction to Wall and Ceiling Framing

Laying Out A Wall

Assembling and Erecting A Wall

Ceiling Layout and Framing

Wall Framing in Masonry

Learn more about the process of wall and ceiling framing used in construction  in this module from the process of laying out a wall, assembling and erecting a wall, ceiling layout and framing, wall framing in masonry.

Introduction to Roof Framing

Roof Types and Components

Rafters

Sheathing

Truss Construction and Installation

Other Types of Roof Framing

Learn more about roof framing in construction in this module from types and components of roofs, rafters, sheathing, construction and installation of trusses, and other available types of roof framing.

Carpentry - Introduction to Construction Methods - Assessment

Learn how to construct walls, roof frames, and flooring systems with this free online construction carpentry course.

Carpentry - Introduction to Construction Methods

This free online construction carpentry methods course will teach you the carpentry skills required for the installation of flooring systems, wall frames, and roof frames. Carpentry is a highly skilled trade, always in-demand, and is essential for the construction of any structure. This free online course will equip you to understand materials, plans and specifications and give you the start you need to succeed as a trainee carpenter or joiner.

Reinforced and Unreinforced Masonry

Ancient and Modern Masonry Constructions

Masonry Structural System Classification

Design Methods in Structural Masonry

In this module, you will be introduced to the concept of masonry as a structural material. You will also be introduced to the use of masonry as a structural solution in history and in the present day as well as the various methods of design.

Introduction to Masonry Structures - Course Assessment

Learn about the history and importance of masonry in this free online course on introduction to masonry.

Introduction to Masonry Structures

This free course will introduce you to the basic concepts of masonry, masonry components and masonry structures. This course describes masonry assemblage and the classification of masonry systems. This course differentiates the uses of masonry in ancient and present times. This course also gives an overview of the design methods in masonry. You will also learn about masonry structural systems and elements such as columns, pillars and beams.

Engineering Properties of Masonry

Tensile Strength and Masonry Durability

Mortar and the Unit

In this module, you will be introduced to the constituents of masonry as well as the engineering properties of the said constituents. You will also be introduced to the behaviour of masonry units and their manufacturing processes.

Compressive Strength of Masonry

Elasticity Modulus in Masonry

Shear Strength in Masonry

In this module, you will be introduced to the behaviour of masonry assembly under several kinds of compression. You will also be introduced to the different strengths of the constituents and the assemblies by looking at masonry in shear.

Design of Masonry Structures - First Assessment

You more score 80% or more to pass this assessment.

Mechanics of Masonry in Compression

Strength and Behaviour of Masonry

Load Bearing Capacity of a Masonry Wall

In this module, you will be introduced to the mechanical behaviour of masonry elements under compression and the strength of masonry under actions of different magnitudes. You will also learn about the possibility of a closed-form solution that results in the compressive strength of masonry.

Brick and Bed Material Interaction

Compression and Variability in Masonry

Shear Strength and Joint Shear Strength

In this module, you will be introduced to the compressive strength behaviour of masonry, the role played by different factors on the compressive strength of masonry. You will also learn about the deformability characteristics of masonry and masonry in shear.

Concept of One-Way Horizontal Flexure

Components of Material Strength in Masonry

Levels of Axial Compression

In this module, you will be introduced to the mechanical behaviour of masonry in out-of-plane bending, under shear and in compression. You will also learn about the shear strength of masonry under the consideration of gravity forces.

Mechanical Behaviour of Masonry

Shear-Compression Interaction

Design of Masonry Components and Systems

In this module, you will be introduced to the in-plane strength of masonry and the mechanical behaviour of masonry under shear and compression. You will also learn about the design of masonry components.

The Design Seismic Coefficient

Permissible Compressive Stresses

New and Reinforced Technologies in Masonry

In this module, you will be introduced to the structural design framework of masonry. You will also learn about the categories of buildings, design considerations and guidelines for reinforced masonry.

Design of Reinforced Masonry

P-M Interactions and Limit-State Approach

P-M Interaction and Iterative Approaches

Estimating Actual Shear Stress

In this module, you will be introduced to the design of reinforced masonry and P-M interaction for reinforced masonry walls. You will also learn about the iterative approach and shear reinforcement design.

Response Reduction Factor

Estimating Seismic Demand

Seismic Detailing Recommendations for Buildings

In this module, you will be introduced to the basis for seismic design and shear forces. You will also learn about seismic demand estimation, the distribution of shear forces and the design requirements in masonry.

Design of Masonry Structures - Second Assessment

Advanced Diploma in Design of Masonry Structures - Course Assessment

Learn about the behaviour, components & strength of masonry in this free online course on design of masonry structures.

Advanced Diploma in Design of Masonry Structures

This free course will introduce you to the basic concepts of masonry, masonry components and masonry structures. This course describes masonry assemblage and the manufacturing process of masonry units. This course differentiates the uses of masonry in ancient and present times. This course explains the behaviour of masonry in compression. This course also gives an overview of the structural design framework of masonry structures.

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