Unit Code Unit Title
MAS-03 Interpret Masonry Drawings and Specifications

Nominal Hours: 25
Unit Descriptor:
Covers reading and interpreting masonry plans, symbols, and specifications.

Elements | Performance Criteria

Elements Performance Criteria
1. Read masonry drawings 1.1 Identify symbols and notations.
1.2 Interpret layout and specifications.
1.3 Confirm dimensions and locations.
2. Apply specifications 2.1 Identify applicable standards.
2.2 Interpret requirements for installation.
2.3 Ensure compliance in planning.
3. Communicate drawing information 3.1 Clarify unclear details.
3.2 Relay drawing information to team.
3.3 Update documentation as needed.

Range of Variables

Variables Range
Drawings Plans, elevations, sections, detail drawings.
Specifications Material types, bond patterns, tolerances, finishes.
Symbols Bricks, blocks, lintels, reinforcement, openings, levels.

Evidence Guide

Area Details
1. Critical aspects of competency Accurately interprets drawings and specifications; applies information to planning/installations.
2. Underpinning knowledge Drawing conventions, specification requirements, masonry symbols.
3. Underpinning Skills Blueprint reading, specification interpretation, communication.
4. Underpinning attitudes Accuracy, attention to detail, compliance, teamwork.
5. Resource Implications Masonry drawings, specifications, standards.
6. Methods of Assessment Interpretation exercises, questioning, workplace application, supervisor feedback.
7. Context of Assessment Workshop, classroom, or site with access to drawings and specifications.

Foundation skills

Skills DESCRIPTION
Reading Interpret technical drawings and specification documents.
Communication Clarify and share drawing/specification information.
Problem Solving Resolve discrepancies between plans and site conditions.

Target Audience

Target Audience Description
Masonry apprentices, workers Individuals interpreting drawings and specifications for masonry projects.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

RPL Available Yes

Pre-Requisit

Pre-Requisite None