Copyright: 2020

Virginia Assignment Code: 8513

Suggested Grade Level: 11, 12

Duration: 36 weeks

Hours: 280

Prerequisites: 8512

CTSO: SkillsUSA

Course Description:

Students build on skills introduced in Masonry I to safely use hand tools, measuring tools, power tools, and lifting equipment that masons use on the job. Students will complete advanced projects laying masonry units (brick and block), differentiate and select mortar, apply mathematical concepts, and interpret blueprints used in masonry. Students focus on problem-solving and employability skills while performing hands-on, entry-level brick and block masonry tasks. Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills. High-quality work-based learning (HQWBL) will provide experiential learning opportunities related to students' career goals and/or interests, integrated with instruction, and performed in partnership with local businesses and organizations.

Note:

The Virginia Administrative Code regulates the class size for this course. For additional information, see 8VAC20-120-150, "Maximum class size," or contact the Virginia Department of Education Office of Career, Technical, and Adult Education at cte@doe.virginia.gov.

Credentials, Course Sequences, and Career Clusters/Pathways can be found here:

https://www.cteresource.org/career-clusters/architecture-construction/masonry-ii/