This course provides information on basic materials commonly used in concrete and masonry construction. Basic principles and procedures associated with the construction of reinforced, precast, and prestressed concrete and tilt-up construction are also discussed in this chapter. Terminology, as it applies to masonry units, is used to acquaint the reader with the various terms used in this type of construction. Topics: • Concrete Mix Design • Concrete Strength, Durability, and Watertightness • Types of Steel Reinforcing • Steel Reinforcing Supports and Bending • Principles of Good Concrete • Footings, Columns, Beams, Slabs • Wall Reinforcement • Types of Precast Concrete Structural Members • Tilt-up Construction • Lightweight Concrete • Prestressed Concrete • Expansion and Contraction Joints • Concrete Forms for Walls, Foundations, Columns, Beams, and Girders • Masonry Block Sizes and Shapes • Modular Planning with Masonry Block • Structural Clay Style Block • Stone Masonry • Brick Types, Nomenclature, and Classifications • Joints, Mortar, and Grout