Masonry 101 provides a comprehensive introduction to masonry materials and concepts for those who need a fast-track course, especially new designers and specifiers. The series is intended to be a full course to introduce those new to masonry to essential topics in a developing sequence, although attendees may participate in sessions individually if desired.
Session 1 – Introduction to Masonry, Presented by W. Mark McGinley, Ph.D, PE, FASTM, FTMS, University of Louisville
Session 2 – Introduction to Masonry Units, Presented by Christine A. Subasic, P.E., LEED AP
Session 3 – Mortar, Presented by Jamie Farny, Director, Building Marketing at the Portland Cement Association
Session 4 – Reinforcement and Anchors, Presented by Richard M. Bennett, Ph.D., P.E., FTMS, University of Tennessee
Session 5 – Grout, Presented by Jamie Farny, Director, Building Marketing at the Portland Cement Association
Session 6 – Masonry Assemblies, Presented by W. Mark McGinley, Ph.D, PE, FASTM, FTMS, University of Louisville
Attendees are asked to watch these videos to prepare for Masonry Materials, Resources and Opportunities (refers to Masonry 101 – Sessions 1 through 5) and Masonry Assemblages & Performance Attributes (refers to Masonry 101 – Session 6)
Use the menu in the top left corner of the video to select different sessions in the series.