Masonry and Concrete
This program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills required to work as specialists in masonry and concrete construction.
At PHILLY-TECH, students will learn the difference between masonry and concrete, where the masonry is based on the bricks, stones, and blocks used in contrast concrete refers to a type of cement mixed. Students will learn how to build a structure with bricks, blocks or stones, and students will learn about different mixtures of concrete based on the type of structure. Students will learn about different types of cement and reinforcement systems of the structure such as the use of rebars.
Diploma in Masonry and Concrete Specialist Technician Program
Duration: 2 years (4 Trimesters).
Prerequisites: High school diploma or equivalent.
MASCON 100: Introduction to Masonry and Concrete
- Overview of masonry and concrete construction
- Historical development of masonry and concrete techniques
- The role of masonry and concrete specialists in construction
MCSAF 100: Occupational Safety
- Workplace safety regulations and practices in masonry and concrete work
- Personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Recognizing and avoiding hazards in the construction industry
MASTEC 100: Basic Masonry Techniques
- Masonry tools and equipment
- Mortar mixing and bricklaying
- Masonry bonds and patterns
CONFUN 100: Concrete Fundamentals
- Concrete materials and properties
- Concrete mixing and pouring
- Curing and finishing concrete surfaces
ADMTEC 100: Advanced Masonry Techniques
- Complex brick and block laying patterns.
- Masonry arches and curves
- Masonry restoration and preservation
MASMC 100: Masonry Materials and Construction
- Specialty masonry materials (e.g., stone, decorative brick)
- Masonry veneer installation
- Building with structural masonry
MASRAN 100: Masonry Reinforcement and Anchoring
- Reinforcing masonry with steel and other materials.
- Expansion and epoxy anchoring techniques.
- Load-bearing masonry and reinforcement.
QCINSP 100: Quality Control and Inspections
- Masonry quality control and testing.
- Inspection of masonry work for compliance with standards.
- Masonry repairs and corrections.
DECCON 100: Decorative Concrete
- Stamped and stained concrete
- Concrete coloring and texture options
- Creating decorative concrete finishes
CONFR 100: Concrete Formwork and Reinforcement
- Formwork design and construction
- Reinforcement of concrete structures
- Concrete curing and temperature control
CONFP 100: Concrete Finishing and Polishing
- Concrete finishing techniques (broom, trowel, float finishes)
- Polishing and staining concrete surfaces
- Concrete sealing and protection
CONRR 100: Concrete Repairs and Restoration
- Identifying and repairing concrete damage
- Techniques for concrete restoration
- Matching existing concrete finishes
CONME 100: Project Management and Estimation
- Project planning and scheduling
- Budgeting and cost estimation for masonry and concrete projects
- Project documentation and management
SITSUP 100: Construction Site Supervision
- Supervising masonry and concrete projects
- Managing a construction crew
- Safety and quality assurance on construction sites
CONHAND 100: Practical Training and Fieldwork
- Hands-on experience in masonry and concrete construction
- Real-world construction projects and tasks
- Final assessment and evaluation of practical skills
CONTES 100: Final Assessment and Certification
- Completion of a masonry and concrete project
- Final assessment and evaluation of skills
- Successful completion of the program leads to the award of the Diploma in Masonry and Concrete Specialist Technician
Students have to contact the school administration if they want to take extra credits or transfer credits to pursue the Diploma Certificate or Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) Degree in their field of interest. Students will select required number courses in each of the areas listed to meet general education requirements graduation for the A.A.S. Some of these courses can be transferred directly from and to the university system and may be substituted for recommended courses on the outline. Students should speak with an advisor before doing so these selective courses are required for all students.
- Selected Communication Course (Choose two for Diploma or three for the Associate)
ENGL 100: Fundamentals of Speech
CPL 100: Career Planning
CPL 101: Communications and Career Strategies
ENGL 101: Composition
ENGL 102: composition
- Selected Mathematics Course (Choose two for Diploma or three for the Associate)
MATH 100:General Math
MATH 101:Intermediate Algebra
MATH 102:College Algebra
- Selected Social Science Course (Choose two for Diploma or four for the Associate)
ECON 105:Leadership
ECON 101:Principles of Microeconomics I
ECON 102:Principles of Macroeconomics II
SOC 101:Introduction to Sociology
PSYC 101: Introduction to Psychology
HIST 101: History