HPRV 240 - Historic Construction Technology: Masonry Stonework

2 credits

(Hrs.: 1 Lec., 1 Lab) Course is designed to help student identify and use stone, brick, adobe and concrete masonry units (CMU). Knowledge of how to construct structures such as foundations, retaining walls and decorative structures using these materials will be taught and lab time will be devoted to actual construction. Students will be taught how to prepare and use different adhesives, mortars and grouts specific to these construction materials. Emphasis will be on the properties of the materials and their applications.