Masonry refers to construction by stone or brick “masonry units” with mortar, and is divided into two types :
Exterior and Interior

Pour connaître la composition de ce qui constitue le ciment afin de prévenir d'éventuelles cassures

In this module you will learn how to produce interlocking stabilised soil blocks (ISSB). As you well know, soil is one of the main materials used for the construction of traditional low-cost houses in rural areas. This is because it is cheap and locally available. Some houses are constructed entirely or partially with soil, depending on the local traditions, climate, available skills and cost. One disadvantage of traditional soil-based construction is that they require regular maintenance and protection. This has led to the development of new methods or technologies that improve the quality and durability of soil construction methods. 

• Introduction to historical developments
• Uses and types of masonry mortar
• Manufacture of bricks from clay
• Sizes, grades and types of bricks
• Terminology, bonds and joints
• Types of bricks masonry walls and structures

Tutor guide

Student workbook.