Objectives

Learning Objective 1 – Describe the methods and materials used to install masonry openings.

• Describe how to use and install door and window frames.
• Describe how to use and install windowsills.
• Describe how to use and install steel lintels.
• Describe how to use and install chases and recesses.

Learning Objective 2 – Describe the methods and materials used to tie a single masonry wythe together.

• Describe how to use and install ladder and truss joint reinforcement.
• Describe how to use and install seismic reinforcements.

Learning Objective 3 – Describe the methods and materials used to tie two masonry wythes together.

• Describe how to use and install flexible anchors.
• Describe how to use and install horizontal anchors.

Learning Objective 4 – Describe the methods and materials used to tie a masonry wythe to structural elements.

• Describe how to use and install rigid ties and bolts.
• Describe how to use and install bearing plates.
• Describe how to use and install saddles. d.Describe how to use and install strap ties.

Performance Tasks

Performance Task 1 (Learning Objective 1) • Install a hollow metal door frame.

Performance Task 2 (Learning Objective 1) • Install a sill and a lintel.

Performance Task 3 (Learning Objective 4) • Install a bearing plate.

Performance Task 4 (Learning Objective 4) • Install a strap tie.