Major Work Activity C - Builds masonry systems

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Task C-9 Builds masonry walls

Task descriptor

Non-load-bearing masonry walls include veneer walls, interior partitions and exterior curtain walls. This task describes the proper method of installing these walls using brick, block and full-bed manufactured stone, and accessories. Stone walls are described in Block D. Load-bearing walls, columns and pilasters are designed to carry loads in addition to their own load. Load-bearing walls include structural and cavity walls which are above grade, and foundation walls which are below grade. They also include retaining walls which resist lateral forces. Reinforcing systems in load-bearing walls are always included and are critical as they carry or resist stresses and forces.

C-9.01 Builds non-load bearing walls

C-9.01 Builds non-load bearing walls
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes yes yes yes yes yes yes ND NV ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-9.01.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task
C-9.01.02P determine wall properties wall properties are determined according to drawings
C-9.01.03P install reinforcements reinforcements are installed according to drawings and engineered specifications for additional wall stability
C-9.01.04P build leads leads are built to establish each course and height
C-9.01.05P cut masonry units masonry units are cut using hand and power tools according to required sizes and shapes
C-9.01.06P maintain bond bonds are maintained
C-9.01.07P lay masonry units masonry units are laid according to industry standards, and national codes and regulations
C-9.01.08P adjust joint thickness joint thickness is adjusted to allow for openings according to jurisdictional and national codes and regulations
C-9.01.09P install lintels lintels are installed to support masonry units over openings
C-9.01.10P build in accessories accessories are built in
C-9.01.11P brace and support walls walls are braced and supported at required intervals according to jurisdictional and national codes and regulations and engineered specifications

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-9.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of non-load bearing walls describe terminology associated with non-load bearing walls
identify jurisdictional and national codes and regulations associated with non-load bearing walls, and describe their applications
identify types of masonry units, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of non-load bearing walls, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of bonds and patterns, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of mortars, and describe their consistencies, characteristics and applications
identify types of construction joints, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify masonry wall drainage and ventilation systems, and describe their characteristics and applications
describe horizontal and vertical coursing and associated calculations
identify ground conditions and grades
describe characteristics and applications of footings and foundations
identify building envelope components, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify accessories, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify height and size of columns and pilasters
identify waterproofing/ damp proofing materials, and describe their characteristics and applications
C-9.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to build non-load bearing walls identify tools and equipment used to build non-load bearing walls, and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to build non-load bearing walls

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C-9.02 Builds load bearing walls

C-9.02 Builds load bearing walls
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes yes yes yes yes yes yes ND NV ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-9.02.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task
C-9.02.02P determine wall properties wall properties are determined according to drawings
C-9.02.03P install reinforcements and structural accessories reinforcements and structural accessories are installed according to drawings and engineered specifications for additional wall stability and load-bearing requirements
C-9.02.04P build leads leads are built to establish each course and height
C-9.02.05P cut masonry units masonry units are cut using hand and power tools according to required sizes and shapes
C-9.02.06P maintain bond bonds are maintained
C-9.02.07P lay masonry units masonry units are laid according to industry standards, and national codes and regulations
C-9.02.08P adjust joint thickness joint thickness is adjusted to allow for openings according to jurisdictional and national codes and regulations
C-9.02.09P shore up openings openings are shored up to receive and support lintels
C-9.02.10P install lintels lintels are installed to support masonry units over openings
C-9.02.11P build in accessories accessories are built in
C-9.02.12P batter and slope retaining walls retaining walls are battered and sloped to offset lateral forces
C-9.02.13P brace and support walls walls are braced and supported at required intervals according to jurisdictional and national codes and regulations
C-9.02.14P install drainage systems on retaining walls drainage systems are installed on retaining walls

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-9.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of load-bearing walls describe terminology associated with load-bearing walls
identify jurisdictional and national codes and regulations associated with load-bearing walls, and describe their applications
identify types of masonry units, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of load-bearing walls, and describe their characteristics and applications
describe characteristics and applications of columns, pilasters and buttresses
identify types of bonds and patterns, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of mortars, and describe their consistencies, characteristics and applications
identify types of construction joints, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify masonry wall drainage and ventilation systems, and describe their characteristics and applications
describe horizontal and vertical coursing and associated calculations
identify ground conditions and grades
describe characteristics and applications of retaining wall systems and designs
describe characteristics and applications of footings and foundations
identify building envelope components, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of reinforcing material, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify reinforced wall systems, and describe their characteristics and applications
describe specifications for reinforcing
identify accessories, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify height and size of columns and pilasters
identify regional reinforcement requirements, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify cleanouts, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify waterproofing / damp proofing materials, and describe their characteristics and applications
C-9.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to build load-bearing walls identify tools and equipment used to build load-bearing walls, and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to build load-bearing walls

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Task C-10 Builds horizontal masonry surfaces

Task descriptor

Bricklayers build horizontal surfaces such as patios, walkways, stairways and driveways. These surfaces must be built to specifications. Bricklayers may use various types of masonry units such as brick, flagstones and pavers to build flexible or rigid surfaces. These units may be laid in sand or in mortar.

C-10.01 Prepares horizontal substrate

C-10.01 Prepares horizontal substrate
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes yes yes yes yes yes yes ND NV ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-10.01.01P clean, clear and excavate area area is cleaned, cleared and excavated
C-10.01.02P layer and compact aggregate aggregate is layered and compacted to grade and slope
C-10.01.03P install landscape fabric landscape fabric is installed
C-10.01.04P determine borders borders are determined according to drawings and job specifications
C-10.01.05P install edge restraints edge restraints are installed according to drawings and job specifications
C-10.01.06P select mixture of concrete mixture of concrete is selected according to application
C-10.01.07P form and pour concrete concrete is formed and poured to required thickness and size
C-10.01.08P screed and finish surfaces surfaces are screeded and finished to maintain and produce even surfaces

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-10.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of building horizontal substrate identify terminology associated with building horizontal substrate
identify jurisdictional and national codes and regulations associated with building horizontal substrate
identify types of sealants, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of membranes, and describe their characteristics and applications
describe characteristics of soil conditions
identify methods and characteristics of drainage systems
describe slope and grade, and associated calculations
describe excavation methods and associated applications
C-10.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to prepare horizontal substrate identify tools and equipment used to prepare horizontal substrate, and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures used to prepare horizontal substrate
describe procedures to apply sealants and membranes

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C-10.02 Lays masonry units on horizontal surfaces

C-10.02 Lays masonry units on horizontal surfaces
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes yes yes yes yes yes yes ND NV ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-10.02.01P determine and layout pattern pattern is determined and laid out according to drawings and job specifications
C-10.02.02P cut masonry units masonry units are cut to fit required space and create uniform joints
C-10.02.03P place and align masonry units masonry units are placed and aligned to be aesthetically pleasing, and according to bonds and pattern used
C-10.02.04P apply fine sand and compact masonry unit sand is applied and tamper used to compact masonry unit
C-10.02.05P apply polymeric sand polymeric sand is applied according to manufacturers’ specifications
C-10.02.06P remove excess sand and fill voids excess sand is removed by sweeping and voids are filled
C-10.02.07P finish joints joints are tooled in mortared systems
C-10.02.08P incorporate construction joints construction joints are incorporated to allow movement
C-10.02.09P seal assemblies assemblies are sealed

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-10.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of laying masonry units on horizontal surfaces identify terminology associated with laying masonry units on horizontal surfaces
identify jurisdictional and national codes and regulations associated with laying masonry units on horizontal surfaces
identify types of masonry units for horizontal surfaces, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of bonds and patterns, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of mortars and aggregates, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of bonding agents and additives, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of sealants, and describe their characteristics and applications
C-10.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to lay masonry units on horizontal surfaces identify tools and equipment used for laying masonry units on horizontal surfaces, and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures used for laying masonry units on horizontal surfaces
describe procedures to assemble mortared and mortarless applications (rigid and flexible)

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Task C-11 Builds and installs prefabricated masonry

Task descriptor

Prefabricated masonry is usually fabricated off-site and delivered to be assembled and/or mechanically fastened. They are made of masonry units, reinforcing steel, grout and mortar. Bricklayers are involved in both the fabrication and installation of these components. They may be used for greater efficiency of installation or for situations where masonry cannot easily be built on site.

C-11.01 Builds prefabricated masonry

C-11.01 Builds prefabricated masonry
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes NCC NV yes yes yes yes yes yes yes ND NV ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-11.01.01P align and level units of prefabricated masonry units of prefabricated masonry are aligned and leveled according to engineered specifications
C-11.01.02P build panel to gauge panel is built to gauge according to installation location and specifications
C-11.01.03P prepare forms or jigs forms or jigs are prepared to accept materials by applying form release agent and adding materials
C-11.01.04P add masonry materials to forms masonry materials are added to forms to complete prefabrication
C-11.01.05P remove forms or jigs forms or jigs are removed

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-11.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of building and installing prefabricated masonry units identify terminology associated with building and installing prefabricated masonry units
identify types of form release agents, and describe their characteristics and applications
describe techniques used to store, stack and prepare prefabricated masonry units for transport
describe effects of temperature and humidity on prefabrication curing process
identify types of fastening systems, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of grouting and caulking, and describe their characteristics and applications
C-11.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to build prefabricated masonry units identify tools and equipment used to build prefabricated masonry units, and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to build prefabricated masonry units
identify rigging and hoisting equipment, and describe their characteristics, applications and procedures for use
describe procedures to colour match and inspect for installation

C-11.02 Erects prefabricated masonry

C-11.02 Erects prefabricated masonry
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes yes yes yes yes yes yes ND NV ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-11.02.01P verify that substrate has been prepared using anchoring systems substrate has been prepared using anchoring systems according to drawings and engineered specifications
C-11.02.02P align and set panels and anchors in place panels and anchors are aligned and set in place for welding or bolting
C-11.02.03P repair damaged masonry on site damaged masonry is repaired on site
C-11.02.04P seal joints joints are sealed using materials

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-11.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of erecting prefabricated masonry units identify terminology associated with erecting prefabricated masonry units
identify types of fastening and anchoring systems, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of grouting and caulking, and describe their characteristics and applications
C-11.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to erect prefabricated masonry units identify tools and equipment used to erect prefabricated masonry units, and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to erect prefabricated masonry units
identify rigging and hoisting equipment, and describe their characteristics, applications and procedures for use
describe procedures to colour match and inspect for installation

Task C-12 Installs surface-bonded masonry units

Task descriptor

Surface-bonded masonry units are thin masonry components applied to a variety of surfaces. They are used for aesthetic purposes using a variety of applied components.

C-12.01 Prepares substrate for surface-bonded masonry units

C-12.01 Prepares substrate for surface-bonded masonry units
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes yes yes yes yes yes yes ND NV ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-12.01.01P install weatherproofing components weatherproofing components are installed to allow for drainage according to jurisdictional regulations
C-12.01.02P installs cement board or backing material cement board or backing material is installed according to manufacturers’ and engineered specifications using mechanical fasteners over entire substrate area to support masonry units
C-12.01.03P apply scratch coat scratch coat is applied onto mesh to ensure full coverage

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-12.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of preparing substrate for surface-bonded masonry units identify terminology associated with preparing substrate for surface-bonded masonry units
identify jurisdictional and national codes and regulations associated with preparing substrate for surface-bonded masonry units
identify types of mortar and bonding agents, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of material, and describe their characteristics and applications
describe layout dimensions and associated calculations and applications
identify types of bonds and patterns, and describe their characteristics and applications
C-12.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to prepare substrate for surface-bonded masonry units identify tools and equipment used to prepare substrate for surface-bonded masonry units, and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to prepare substrate for installing surface-bonded masonry units

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C-12.02 Applies surface-bonded masonry units

C-12.02 Applies surface-bonded masonry units
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes yes yes yes yes yes yes ND NV ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-12.02.01P dampen substrate and back of surface-bonded masonry unit substrate and back of surface-bonded masonry unit is dampened to improve bonding
C-12.02.02P butter backs of surface-bonded masonry units backs of surface-bonded masonry units are buttered and installed on substrate
C-12.02.03P apply and finish joints for surface-bonded masonry units joints for surface-bonded masonry units are applied and finished
C-12.02.04P clean and seal surface-bonded masonry units surface-bonded masonry units are cleaned and sealed according to manufacturers’ specifications
Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-12.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of installing surface-bonded masonry units identify terminology associated with installing surface-bonded masonry units
identify jurisdictional and national codes and regulations associated with installing surface-bonded masonry units
identify types of mortar and bonding agents, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of material, and describe their characteristics and applications
describe layout dimensions and associated calculations and applications
identify types of bonds and patterns, and describe their characteristics and applications
C-12.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install surface-bonded masonry units identify tools and equipment used to install surface-bonded masonry units, and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to install surface-bonded masonry units

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