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Explosives for Nuclear Weapons - EXPNW - 13 - 17 Feb 2012
Engineers and explosive scientists who are aware of the processes involved with the manufacturing of conventional weapons will understand the type of explosives, the output, and geometry requirements. These processes have been modified and in some cases new technologies invented to obtain explosives for nuclear weapon system. This course highlights the differences between explosives used in conventional weapons and those used in nuclear weapons. The course is delivered by experts within all areas of nuclear weapons technology with a focus towards explosives.
Suitable For
Persons in the Defence and Security sectors requiring a greater understanding of explosives and technology behind nuclear weapons.
Course Aim
To develop an understanding of explosives and the technology requirements to develop and maintain nuclear weapons.
Course Essentials
College
College of Management and Technology
Category
Ammunition Armour and Explosives
Business Benefits
This accredited short course, which is taught at MSc standard, is one of the modules that comprise the MSc in Explosive Ordnance Engineering.
Entry Requirements
Appropriate qualification in science or engineering or relevant experience. It is advisable for students to have attended Introduction to Explosives course or equivalent. British National and Security cleared to Secret.
Duration Details
5 days (4 off-site*) *Four days at AWE, Aldermaston and one day at DA-CMT - please note that Transport and accommodation is not included.
Location
Shrivenham
Delivery Method
Classroom
Restrictions
British Nationals and security cleared to Secret. Applications deadline will be 4 weeks before start of the course. The course will be limited to 20 persons.
Course Contact Details
Tel: 01793 314485
Option 4
Mil: 96161 4485
Course Objectives
By the end of the package/course students will be able to: Identify and understand the requirements for explosives within a nuclear weapons system.
Course Components
- Introduction to Nuclear Weapons
- Safety Design of Nuclear Weapons
- Detonators and Initiator Trains
- Secondary High Explosives
- Testing of Explosives
- Characterisation of Explosives
- Modelling and Hydrocode
- Manufacture and Formulation of Explosives for Nuclear Weapons
- Future Concepts
- Detonator Ageing and Life Assessment
- Case Study
Accreditation/Assessment
For MSc EOE students only - an oral presentation and a written essay.
Further Information
Application Process: Please complete an online application form.
