Title: Identify hand tools and power tools in masonry.
Course: Masonry I (17008-I) > Section: Using Hand and Power Tools

Identification could include

- a trowel
- a level
- a brick hammer
- a shovel
- brick tongs
- a chop saw
- a table saw
- hand drills.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are the basic tools used by masons?
- What are the expectations on jobsites regarding tool ownership? How is this different from school?

NCCER Core Curriculum: Introductory Craft Skills, 2015

00103-15 Introduction to Hand Tools

Module Three (00103-15) instructs trainees in the identification, use, and care of hand tools. Developing the knowledge to properly choose and safely use hand tools is an essential part of the construction industry.

00104-15 Introduction to Power Tools

Module Four (00104-15) identifies and describes some of the power tools used by construction workers. The construction of each tool is discussed, along with information regarding the safe usage and typical maintenance requirements of power tools.

NCCER Masonry Standards

Level One, Module One (28101-13): Introduction to Masonry

This module provides information about basic masonry materials, tools, techniques, and safety precautions; explains how to mix mortar by hand and lay masonry units; and describes the skills, attitudes, and abilities of successful masons.

Level One, Module Three (28102-13): Masonry Tools and Equipment

This module describes a variety of hand tools, measuring tools, mortar equipment, power tools and equipment, and lifting equipment that masons use on the job, and also explains how to use these tools correctly and safely. The module also provides instructions for assembling and disassembling scaffolds.