How many syllables are in the word masonry? (Hint: There cannot be more syllables in a word than there are vowels. Many people, even masons and building professionals, mispronounce this word.) What are the most common types of masonry units? What are the molding processes used in manufacturing bricks? How do they differ from one another? What are the ingredients of mortar? What is the function of each ingredient? Why are mortar joints tooled? Which tooling profiles are suitable for a brick wall in a severe climate? What is the function of a structural brick bond such as common or Flemish bond? Draw the three most popular brick bonds from memory.