NP 627 - Introduction to Explosives Engineering for Physical Security

(1 unit)

Overview of Energetic materials, Basic Chemistry and Properties of Explosive Materials, Thermodynamics of Decomposition, Shock Wave and Detonation Theory, Initiation and Initiators, Blast Effects. This course is offered primarily at Sandia National Laboratory in New Mexico and may be occasionally offered at other authorized locations. May be offered at other authorized locations. Students are responsible for all national laboratory fees and expenses associated with the course location.

Maximum units a student may earn: 1

Prerequisite(s): Graduate Standing. Recommended Preparation: Proficiency is required in first semester calculus, and college level chemistry and physics.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 1
Offered: Every Spring

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
2. identify the basic chemistry and thermodynamics of explosive materials and decomposition.
3. develop basic analytical ability to understand and calculate shock wave theory, blast effects and detonation theory.
4. recognize and apply safety best practices for working around explosive materials.
5. understand initiation and the composition of initiators.

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