2011-2012

Bricklaying and Masonry
Technical Diploma — West Allis Campus

Program Code: 31-408-1

This page was last updated in May 2011.

Overview — Bricklaying and Masonry is a one-year technical diploma program designed to prepare you to enter the masonry trade. Since the program was developed with the assistance of tradespeople and contractors, courses and skills are directed at fulfilling the entry-level requirements of masonry contractors. Students who qualify for employment are available for work during the prime construction season. 

Career Outlook — The increase in construction of residential, commercial and industrial buildings in the Milwaukee area has resulted in a need for bricklayers.

Program Learning Outcomes — Employers expect you as a job applicant to possess:

• Ability to lay brick and block in an efficient and effective manner
• Ability to read blueprints
• Job-related skills
• Knowledge of residential, commercial and industrial methods of construction

Preparation for Admission — The following are required for admission to the program:

• A high school diploma or GED
• Demonstration of proficiency in basic skills through a course placement assessment

Key to your success in the program are physical strength, manual dexterity and an ability to work with others.

Future Opportunities — After successful completion of the diploma program, you may enter employment as a starting bricklayer. Advancement to journey-level worker, foreman and superintendent are available with experience.

Possible Careers:

Apprentice Bricklayer
Foreman Journey-level worker
Superintendent

Related Programs:

Architectural Woodworking/Cabinetmaking
Carpentry
Preparatory Plumbing

For more information, call 414-456-5310.

Curriculum effective 2011-12.

SIXTEEN-WEEK TERMS		Credits		Hours
ENG-347	Communications 2	1		2r
MASON-300	Fundamental Bricklaying (8 weeks)	5		20r
MASON-303	Advanced Bricklaying ‡ (8 weeks)	5		20s
MASON-308	Job Safety and Layout	1		2r
MASON-356	Methods 1 - Fundamentals ‡	2		4r
MASON-380	Mathematics for Bricklayers 1	1		2r
SOCSCI-330	Applied Economics and Human Relations	1		2r
MASON-302	OSHA/First Aid for Masons	1		2r
MASON-306	Advanced Masonry Techniques 1 (8 weeks)	5		20s
MASON-310	Advanced Masonry Techniques 2 (8 weeks)	5		20s
MASON-357 MASON-381	Methods 2 - Advanced Mathematics for Bricklayers 2	2 1		4r 2r
MASON-387	Blueprint Reading for Masons	2		4r
TOTAL CREDITS: 32

Hours per Week: r = related, s = shop

Program curriculum requirements are subject to change.

‡ Prerequisite required.

For course descriptions, class times and locations, visit INFOnline.