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Masonry Study Guide

The document provides an overview of masonry construction, detailing various types of masonry units such as concrete masonry units, clay bricks, and structural clay tiles, along with their properties and classifications. It also discusses the role of mortar, grout, and plaster in masonry, as well as relevant masonry standards. Additionally, it outlines the fundamental canons and professional obligations of engineering ethics according to the NSPE Code.

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Masonry Study Guide

The document provides an overview of masonry construction, detailing various types of masonry units such as concrete masonry units, clay bricks, and structural clay tiles, along with their properties and classifications. It also discusses the role of mortar, grout, and plaster in masonry, as well as relevant masonry standards. Additionally, it outlines the fundamental canons and professional obligations of engineering ethics according to the NSPE Code.

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Study Guide: Masonry Construction & Engineering Ethics

I. Masonry Construction Overview

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- One of the oldest construction materials (e.g., Pyramids of Egypt, Great Wall of China).

- Used for strength, durability, and aesthetics.

II. Types of Masonry Units

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1. Concrete Masonry Units (CMUs)

- Solid (net cross-sectional area > 75%)

- Hollow (net cross-sectional area < 75%)

- Manufactured using zero-slump concrete, Type I cement, aggregates, and low-pressure steam

curing.

2. Clay Bricks

- ASTM C62 classification

- Used for building, aesthetics, paving, flooring.

- High absorption can lead to durability issues.

3. Structural Clay Tiles

- Hollow units

4. Glass Blocks and Stone

- Solid units used for aesthetics and strength


III. Properties & Classifications

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- Weight Classes: Lightweight, Medium, Normal

- Load-bearing vs Non-load-bearing

- Water Absorption:

- Absorption % = (Ws - Wd) / Wd × 100

- Moisture % of total absorption = (Wr - Wd) / (Ws - Wd) × 100

IV. Mortar

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- Types: Cement-lime, Cement, Masonry Cement Mortar

- Functions:

- Bonding, leveling, seating masonry units

- Aesthetic quality

V. Grout

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- High-slump concrete used to fill voids

- Strength: >= 14 MPa (2000 psi) at 28 days

VI. Plaster (Stucco)

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- Used for wall finishing

- Compressive strength: approximately 13.8 MPa (2000 psi)

VII. Masonry Standards

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- Concrete bricks (ASTM C55, C1634)

- Facing bricks: Lower absorption, higher strength

- Dimensional terms:

- Nominal: Includes half mortar joint

- Specified: Design dimensions

- Actual: Post-shrinkage

VIII. Engineering Ethics (NSPE Code)

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- Fundamental Canons:

1. Hold paramount the safety, health, and welfare of the public.

2. Perform services only in areas of competence.

3. Issue truthful public statements.

4. Act as faithful agents.

5. Avoid deceptive acts.

6. Maintain professional reputation and integrity.

- Professional Obligations:

- Serve clients and employers honorably.

- Avoid conflicts of interest.

- Uphold dignity of the profession.

- Continuous improvement through education and training.

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