Masonry Construction Technology
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About Masonry Construction Technology
Masonry Construction Technology provides the opportunity to develop the skills of a proficient mason, from the simple spreading of mortar to the complex construction of an inside fireplace. These skills are developed by practice projects, which are preceded by theory lectures and demonstrations. Faculty members show films on various aspects of the trade, and students take field trips to learn about the manufacture of masonry products.
Since a large part of masonry work is decorative as well as functional, special emphasis is placed on appreciation of the beauty and permanence of brickwork and on the development of pride in good workmanship.
Students find employment in the field as masons, and with experience, as forepersons or superintendents. Many masons are self-employed.
What you’ll learn
- Operate masonry tools and equipment safely and effectively.
- Use masonry terminology.
- Read blueprints to estimate materials quantity and pricing.
- Layout and construct footings and build a block foundation.
- Apply brick veneering to a structure.
- Construct a masonry arch.
- Layout and set ceramic tile.
- Construct an inside fireplace and chimney.
- Repair older masonry structures.
- Organize personnel and materials at a construction site.
- Provide all masonry options in current residential construction.
Sample Job Titles
Lay and bind building materials, such as brick, structural tile, concrete block, cinder block, glass block, and terra-cotta block, with mortar and other substances to construct or repair walls, partitions, arches, sewers, and other structures.
Bricklayer, Brick Mason, Mason, Brick Layer, Brick and Block Mason, Block Layer, Brickmason, Concrete Finisher, Tender, Block Mason
Essential Skills Needed
This program requires a variety of foundational skills for students to thrive. Click the button below to view the full list of essential skills you’ll need before enrolling.
Quick facts
Location
Thaddeus Stevens College at Greenfield
Type of program
Associate Degree
Job/Salary Outlook
See industry data
Length of program
2 years, 73 credits
Cost of program
$4,500/semester tuition
$3,105 – $3,623/semester housing
$1,915 – $2,417/semester meal plan
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Program details
Courses
MODEL SCHEDULE FOR MASONRY CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY
Semester 1
- MASN 101 Intro to Tools, Safety, and Equipment (3 credits)
- MASN 105 Introduction to Masonry Construction (3 credits)
- MASN 110 Development of Masonry Materials (3 credits)
- MASN 116 Chimney Construction (3 credits)
- ENG 106 English Composition (3 credits)
- MATH 126 Technical Mathematics I (or higher) (3 credits)
Semester 2
- MASN 155 Block Construction, Bearings & Anchoring Systems (4 credits)
- MASN 158 Adhered Concrete Masonry Veneer (2 credits)
- MASN 162 Hard-scaping Patios & Retaining Walls (2 credits)
- MASN 167 Masonry Restoration and Building Walls (3 credits)
- MASN 171 Concrete Sidewalks (1 credit)
- CIS 111 Intro to Computer Applications OR
- CIS 105 Drawing with AutoCad (3 credits)
- MATH 132 Elementary Geometry (or higher) (3 credits)
- Health/PE Elective (1 credit)
Semester 3
- MASN 207 Advanced Masonry Applications (5 credits)
- MASN 213 Planning and Management (3 credits)
- MASN 216 Blueprint Reading and Estimating (4 credits)
- ENG 221 Public Speaking, OR
- ENG 216 Technical Writing (3 credits)
- Science Elective (3 credits)
Semester 4
- MASN 256 Fireplace Construction (4 credits)
- MASN 261 Arch Construction (3 credits)
- MASN 266 Tile Setting (2 credits)
- MASN 271 Footings and Foundations (3 credits)
- BUSN 106 Small Business Management (3 credits)
- Humanities Elective (3 credits)
Total Credits 73
Faculty
Chad Hummel
Instructor, Masonry Construction Technology, Second-Year Students, ’00 hummel@stevenscollege.edu
Michael Gardner
Assistant Professor, Masonry Construction Technology, First-Year Students, ’03 gardner@stevenscollege.eduOccupational Advisory Committee
The Occupational Advisory Committee (OAC) serves as a vital link between the Program of study and industry, ensuring that the program remains aligned with current workforce needs, technological advancements, and best practices in the field. Composed of employers, educators, and other community members, the committee provides guidance, feedback, and recommendations to enhance the curriculum, instructional methods, and student learning experiences.
Purpose and Responsibilities:
- Curriculum & Industry Alignment
- Workforce Readiness
- Student & Faculty Support
- Internship & Employment Connections
- Accreditation & Program Evaluation
- Facilities & Equipment Recommendations
By fostering a strong relationship between academia and industry, the OAC helps ensure that Thaddeus Stevens College programs maintain the highest standards in CTE (career and technical education).
The outcomes speak for themselves
Graduates of this program work as masons on a variety of interior and external jobs.
100%
employment
$57,5K
median first-year salary
People of TSCT
Success stories
Performance Measures
Internal Key Performance Indicators (Sources: Internal data collections, and Post-Graduate Surveys)
Retention Rate
This rate reflects the continuous term-to-term persistence rate for certificate programs and the fall-to-fall retention rate for associate degree programs.
Graduation Rate
This rate reflects the number of freshmen who were officially enrolled in the fall semester and earned a certificate or degree within the expected timeframe.
Post Graduate Survey Response Rate
The post graduate survey is an annual on-line post graduate survey utilized by the college to gather vital information regarding career placement, starting salary, and level of satisfaction.
Employed Full Time Outside of Major
Percentage of graduates who reported being employed full-time outside their field of study.
Graduate Satisfaction
This is the median graduate survey response evaluating the level of preparation for workforce entry (based on a 5-Item Likert Scale).
Placement Rate
This is the percent of graduate survey respondents who reported being employed or continued their education on a full-time basis.
Employed Full Time Within Major
Percentage of graduates who reported being employed full-time within their field of study.
Annual Median Starting Salary
This number is based on the graduate survey response to the request to identify a starting salary from a range of options. This graph shows the median first-year annual salary. All calculations are based on the respondent’s self-reported first-year annual income.
Reported Hourly Rate
This number is determined by dividing the reported median salary by the number of hours in a traditional full-time work week (40), then the number of weeks in a year (52).
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Soar Agreement
This program enables students to apply certain credits earned in high school to the credits needed for a degree or certificate through Thaddeus Stevens College. The Masonry Construction Technology degree qualifies for this program – see our SOAR program page for details!