Masonry  11/90



1. Do the following:

   a. Prepare  or  read correctly plans  for  a  useful  masonry

      structure such as a wall or outdoor fireplace.

   b. Lay it out on the ground.  Dig as needed for a  foundation.

      Pour a foundation of solid concrete mixed by yourself.

   c. Prepare mortar correctly.

   d. Build the structure.  Use mason's tools correctly.



2. Describe examples of stonework, coursed ashlar, random ashlar,

   and rubble construction.





3. Do THREE of the following:

   a. Lay a stepping stone or flagstone walk.

   b. Plan and mold in a form something ornamental in concrete.

   c. Make major repairs in a masonry structure.

   d. Build a useful dry masonry structure, such as  an  outdoor

      fireplace.

   e. Plaster or stucco a wall or ceiling.

   f. Visit a factory where masonry material is made.  Report  on

      what happened from beginning to end.

   g. Find  out what jobs there are in masonry.  Choose  one  in

      which  you  are interested.  Report on  the  qualifications

      you  must  have  for  the  job.   Tell  what  the   working

      conditions are.