Masonry - Heritage and Traditional: Introduction
If you're interested in building using contemporary and traditional masonry materials, then this unique diploma program is for you. It provides an introduction to many areas of the masonry industry, from new residential and commercial construction to the demanding field of heritage restoration. This Ontario College Diploma program is offered in one full year (45 weeks) of study. The program begins in the fall, continues through the winter and spring, and ends in late summer. The workload is challenging, with a balance of theoretical lectures and hands-on practical instruction. You learn the theories behind proper masonry construction based on a solid understanding of the Ontario Building Code, construction safety standards, measuring and testing methods, proper bonding methods, and construction estimation. You'll have the opportunity to complete practical projects in brick, block, manufactured units, traditional stonemasonry, and restoration techniques are practiced in a shop environment and in fieldwork projects.
Through this program's unique focus on heritage and restoration masonry you gain insight into Canadian architectural history and techniques. You also study drafting and blueprint reading, construction mathematics, and the concepts of structural support and building envelope theory. In addition, you'll take courses in restoration concepts such as accepted conservation principles, inspecting and recording, deducing problems, and determining repair schedules. Organized field trips to masonry job sites, conservation projects, quarries, and other key locations expose students to current industry practices and traditional methods. Shop projects include veneer and composite wall systems, arch design and construction, fireplace and chimney construction, rubble stone construction, setting out and cutting traditional stone mouldings, contemporary stonemasonry, and traditional dry stone walling. Sympathetic restoration repairs are practiced, such as patching, pinning, Dutchman repairs, repointing, and stone replacement.
Admission Requirements
There are no additional forms that must be submitted by applicants of the Masonry - Heritage & Traditional Program. For more information, see our detailed Masonry - Heritage & Traditional brochure.