BAC 151 - Layout Systems and Installation Practices

Credits: 10
12 Skills Lab Hours

Prerequisites: BAC 101

Description
This course develops intermediate competencies in construction layout, blueprint interpretation and installation practices used in masonry and allied craft trades. Students interpret construction drawings and specifications to determine layout requirements, installation tolerances and system components. Student activities focus on wall and floor layout procedures, veneer construction, stone setting, tile installation and terrazzo placement fundamentals. Through classroom instruction and laboratory activities, students install reinforcing, flashing and anchorage systems while preparing substrates and constructing assemblies consistent with industry standards and accepted construction practices.

Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course the student will:

Interpret construction drawings for masonry and finishing systems.
Apply layout procedures for structural and architectural assemblies.
Construct veneer, stone and tile installations.
Install reinforcing, flashing and anchorage systems.
Prepare substrates for terrazzo and restoration applications.

Listed Topics

Blueprint interpretation
Wall and floor layout procedures
Veneer and stone systems
Tile setting practices
Terrazzo placement fundamentals
Flashing and anchorage
Reinforcing steel placement
Installation tolerances

Reference Materials
Instructor-approved reference materials

Students who successfully complete this course acquire general knowledge, skills and abilities that align with CCAC’s definition of an educated person. Specifically, this course fulfills these General Education Goals:

Critical Thinking & Problem Solving

Approved By: Dr. Quintin B. Bullock Date Approved: 03/27/2026

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