Intermediate · Clay Brick Training

Clay Brick Production & Kiln Operations

Master the production side — clay preparation, forming, firing, and quality control.

3 days (24 hours)
GH₵1,200
Aspiring kiln operators, partner-kiln staff, and entrepreneurs entering clay brick production

Ghana's clay brick future depends on more certified production capacity. This course trains the next generation of operators in the fundamentals of high-quality kiln work.

Delivered at a live partner kiln — you see real production, not slides — plus hands-on quality inspection using our GBQS protocol.

What you'll leave able to do

  • Evaluate clay deposits for suitability
  • Set up a small-scale clay preparation line
  • Understand the firing curve and why it matters
  • Perform GBQS-style quality inspection
  • Cost a production run correctly

Curriculum

Day 1 — Materials

  • Clay mineralogy basics
  • Evaluating local clay deposits
  • Tempering and particle-size control
  • Forming methods — soft mud, stiff mud, dry press

Day 2 — Firing

  • Drying before firing — why warped bricks die here
  • Kiln types — clamp, Hoffmann, tunnel, downdraft
  • The firing curve — heat-up, vitrification, cool-down
  • Fuel choice and cost

Day 3 — QC & Economics

  • 15-point GBQS inspection method
  • Water absorption and compression testing
  • Production costing per brick
  • Partner supply agreements with GhanaBrick

Schedule

Runs bi-annually at a partner kiln near Kumasi. Intensive three-day field programme.

Prerequisites

Basic literacy and numeracy. Interest in production/manufacturing.

Certification

GhanaBrick Production Operator certificate. Graduates with strong results are invited to join our Partner Kiln Network.

Brick Production & Kiln Operations — FAQs

Who is the Clay Brick Production & Kiln Operations course for?+
Aspiring kiln operators, partner-kiln staff, and entrepreneurs entering clay brick production.
What are the prerequisites?+
Basic literacy and numeracy. Interest in production/manufacturing.
How much does the Clay Brick Production & Kiln Operations cost?+
GH₵1,200. Includes all materials, refreshments, and certification. Payment plans available on request.
How long is the Clay Brick Production & Kiln Operations?+
3 days (24 hours)
When does the next cohort run?+
Runs bi-annually at a partner kiln near Kumasi. Intensive three-day field programme. Register your interest via the form and we'll confirm your seat in the next cohort.
What certification do I get?+
GhanaBrick Production Operator certificate. Graduates with strong results are invited to join our Partner Kiln Network.

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