Essential tools include trowels, spirit levels, brick hammers, and joint finishers. These tools are crucial for tasks like constructing walls, building curved arches, and ensuring proper joint finishes.

Begin with a solid foundation, use correct bonding techniques, and ensure each brick is level and plumb. This method is covered in detail in the “Constructing Walls” module of the course.

Look for issues like misaligned bricks, inconsistent mortar joints, and structural instability. The course’s “Defects and Maintenance” module provides guidance on identifying and rectifying these problems.

Use a temporary wooden arch form to support the bricks during construction. The course’s “Building Curved Arches” module offers step-by-step instructions for this technique.

Common finishes include flush, struck, and weathered joints. The “Basic Joint Finishes” module in the course explores these options and their applications.