No previous experience is necessary and all training is practical with no written work. Training is carried out in a purpose built training bay which will be allocated to you at the start of your course. The course covers:
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Learning about bricklaying tools and materials
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Working safely
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Marking and measuring
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Cutting bricks and blocks to size
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Using the correct bonding
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Finishing and pointing
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Building walls and corners
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Working to plans
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Decorative techniques
Once you have completed your course you will have gained a first-rate working knowledge of the skills and techniques to build success in bricklaying.
Tools you will become familiar with:
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Mixers
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Power Tools – including 110 volt systems
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Brick Trowel large and small
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Pointing Trowel
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Jointing Iron
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Club Hammer
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Brick Hammer
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Comb/Skutch Hammer
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Comb/Skutch Chisels
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Line & Pins
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Corner Blocks
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Bolster Chisel
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Cold / Plugging Chisels
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Spirit Level
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Boat Level
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Builders Square
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Gauge Rod