Courses

Learners will learn about the industry, including the principles of constructing buildings, and about information used in building design and construction. They will also learn about health, safety and environmental issues on construction sites, and how to communicate with others on the job as well as more complex practical skills specific to bricklaying, including building solid walls, interpreting working drawings to set out masonry structures, and constructing cavity walls forming masonry structures.

Covers bricklaying skills and provides knowledge in line with the trade. Learners will also develop an understanding of the health and safety requirements for working in the construction industry.

Learners will learn about the industry, including the principles of constructing buildings, and about information used in building design and construction. They will also learn about health, safety and environmental issues on construction sites, and how to communicate with others on the job as well as learning practical skills specific to bricklaying, including building solid walls, interpreting working drawings to set out masonry structures, and constructing cavity walls forming masonry structures.

Laying bricks, blocks and other types of building components in mortar to construct and repair walls, foundations, partitions, arches and other structures.