Impact of Concrete Masonry Units on the Resilience of the Built Environment Dates: 01/01/25 – 12/31/26 Performance evaluation of Masonry buildings (different building programs and hurricane levels): Guidelines on the structural performance of Masonry buildings compared to other structure types  Nation-wide estimate of the resilience impact of Masonry buildings in the sustainability of built environment […]
New Masonry Engineering Course - Sold out with 55 Students! Course Description: Introduction to design of structural elements for masonry buildings, including lintels, walls, shear walls, columns, pilasters, and retaining walls. Reinforced and unreinforced elements of concrete or clay masonry are designed by allowable stress and strength design methods. Introduces construction techniques, materials, and terminology […]
This is a Civil Engineering elective course. This course is required for graduate civil engineering students specializing in structural engineering. Location: Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville, IL
The main objective is to facilitate recognition that common building materials (Concrete Masonry) can be reinterpreted and improved by good design: Perspective: Making something extraordinary out of the ordinary, with objective parameters of analysis for improvement. Scope of work: Design and development of 5-15 prototypes of concrete block green-wall systems: documentation at CD-level, with course […]
Course Description: Do you have the passion to develop your own business model and make a unique impact on the AEC industry? Here is your chance to be empowered to think with the end in mind - envision your impact, build your brand and become a construction entrepreneur! In this course, students will learn to […]
This program will pilot masonry skills to high school pre apprentice students as an introduction into the industry. The goal is to build awareness in the masonry industry to students who are interested in entering into the construction trades post-graduation. This introduction program will build the foundation for this program to be a yearly portion […]
Region 2 In-person meeting to be held April 22 + 23, 2025 in Birmingham, AL. Location: Sheraton Birmingham Hotel 2101 Richard Arrington Blvd Birmingham, AL 35203
This multi-day conference at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque will include Architectural Education Sessions, Hands-on Masonry Projects, and a Tour of UNM Architectural School. Thursday, April 24 11:30 a.m. Registration/Check-In Lunch to be served (either sandwiches to grab, or at Student Union- TBD) 1:00 p.m. Opening Remarks/Welcome 1:15 p.m. Hands-On Masonry Project (TBD) […]
This annual event offers a unique opportunity to connect with hundreds of high school students who will soon be entering the workforce. At the Leon Works Expo, you can showcase your organization and inspire the next generation of skilled professionals in industries like health care, IT, business, trades, and creative arts. By participating, you'll play […]
The State Leadership and Skills Conference is the premier CTE event in the state of Florida. The top students in over 100 different skill and leadership competitions gather to compete against their peers for a chance to advance to the National Leadership and Skills Conference. These competitions allow students to hone their technical skills, connect […]
7900 East Union Ave, Suite 1100 Denver, CO 80237
The Concrete Masonry Checkoff (CMC) is an industry funded initiative to support education, research and promotion of manufactured concrete masonry units in the United States.
Payments and Assessment Report
Forms should be sent to:
Concrete Masonry Checkoff Board
P.O. Box 306540
Nashville, TN 37230-6540
Media inquiries? Contact media@concretemasonrycheckoff.org
Assessment questions? Contact hailee.swantek@aoeteam.com
