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Brickmasons and Blockmasons

  • Architecture and Construction

Tasks

What tasks do Brickmasons and Blockmasons perform?

  • Measure distance from reference points and mark guidelines to lay out work, using plumb bobs and levels.

  • Construct corners by fastening in plumb position a corner pole or building a corner pyramid of bricks, and filling in between the corners using a line from corner to corner to guide each course, or layer, of brick.

  • Apply and smooth mortar or other mixture over work surface.

  • Calculate angles and courses and determine vertical and horizontal alignment of courses.


Knowledge

What do Brickmasons and Blockmasons need to know?

  • Building and Construction

    Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.

  • Mathematics

    Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

  • English Language

    Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.


Skills

What skills do Brickmasons and Blockmasons need?

  • Coordination

    Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.

  • Critical Thinking

    Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

  • Quality Control Analysis

    Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.



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