Foundation Bricklaying

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Description

  • Type

    Course

  • Methodology

    Inhouse

  • Duration

    1 Week

The Foundation Bricklaying Course enables students to learn the essential skills involved in bricklaying. Suitable for: The course is specifically designed for people with no prior experience, its aim is to provide you with the theoretical understanding and practical skills required. It is suitable for men and women of all ages (18 to 65).

About this course

This is a Foundation Level course designed for those students wanting to tackle DIY and home improvement projects such as garden and boundary walls as well as non-regulated outbuildings.

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Course programme

The Foundation Bricklaying Course enables students to learn the essential skills involved in bricklaying. This is a Foundation Level course designed for those students wanting to tackle DIY and home improvement projects such as garden and boundary walls as well as non-regulated outbuildings.
 
Those professional tradespeople who would like to add bricklaying to their services would also benefit from this course.

The course covers:

  • Calculating the number of bricks needed per square metre of wall surface.

  • Calculating mortar quantities per 1000 bricks.

  • Learning what tools and equipment are needed and how to use them.

  • Using ties in cavity walling, pillars and piers correctly.
     

    Bespoke Bricklaying Course
    If you have a specific project in mind, from a simple garden wall to building an extension or garage, we will try to help you each step of the way. Simply bring along your plans or drawings and our professional tutors can advise and guide you toward successful completion.
     
    The course covers:

  • Stretcher Bond brickwork

  • English Bond brickwork
     
  • Flemish Bond brickwork

  • English Garden Wall Bond brickwork

  • Cutting bricks correctly (bat, Half bat, Quarter bat)

  • Pointing face brickwork

  • Inserting a damp course into a wall

  • Inserting a lintel or window
     

    • Additional information

    Support: Conventional repayment or
    Payment options: The price includes all training materials and tools plus all examination and administration fees.

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