Mason Training
Masonry training is a vocational training program. It is a short-term training course. This training program has been developed with the aim of developing relevant skills and knowledge among candidates.
If you are interested in construction technology, this training program will be of help to you. It is an ideal vocational training program for 5th, 8th and 10th pass candidates.
This training program is available in formats such as – informal training program, skill diploma program, skill development program, certification program etc. Moreover, this program is also available across different levels of difficulty. Course content may vary (based on difficulty level and training format).
This trade deals with the building of structures from individual units. A mason builds structures by laying and binding individual units (such as bricks) together by mortar.
A mason is also known as a bricklayer. This trade deals with various aspects of construction technology such as – measurements, layout, masonry materials, masonry tools and equipment etc.
Commonly used masonry materials include – brick, building stone, limestone, cast stone, cement, concrete, mortar etc. Commonly used masonry tools and equipment include – hammer, spanner, pulleys, hooks, ropes, clamps, bracings, power tools, ladder etc.
Scaffolding (characteristics, techniques, uses etc)
Familiarization of hand-held tools
Working at height (safety procedures)
Levelling devices
Concreting work
Stone laying
PCC flooring
Masonry materials (uses, properties, quality etc)
Preparing bed mortar
Checking and analyzing plans, sketches and drawings
Brick work
Setting doors and windows
Power tools (operation, maintenance and safety precautions)
Safety hazards at work
Communication skills
Safety equipment
COURSE DETAILS
TYPE OF COURSE
It is a certification program.
ELIGIBILITY
Since it is an informal certification program, eligibility criteria may vary from one institute to another. It could be 10th or 8th pass. Eligibility criteria depends upon factors such as – type of college and difficulty level of the course.
DURATION
Training period may vary from one institute to another. It could be anywhere between
3-6 months.
FEES
Fees may vary from one institute to another. It depends upon factors such as – type of training program, course content, difficulty level, type of institute etc.
CAREER PROSPECTS
Skilled masons are in huge demand these days. They are hired by individuals, contract firms, construction firms, architecture firms, real estate consultancies etc. They also have access to ample amount of self-employed opportunities.