Chem Tech Scientific Consulting Ltd.
Our Courses
Welcome to our training courses, expertly led by Dr. Monir Moniruzzaman, a distinguished expert in the field of Explosive Ordnance Engineering. With over 22 years of experience as a senior lecturer at Cranfield University’s School of Defence and Security in the UK, Dr. Moniruzzaman brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to every session. Renowned worldwide within the defence community, he is celebrated for his pioneering research and exceptional teaching in the energetic materials field. His areas of expertise include nitrocellulose, propellants, explosives, commercial explosives, stability and life assessment of propellants, as well as health and safety regulations. Through these courses, participants will gain insights from one of the foremost experts in the industry, ensuring a high-quality learning experience grounded in both academic excellence and practical knowledge.
Introduction to Explosives
This introductory course provides fundamental knowledge of explosives, making it perfect for those looking to work with explosives or advance their studies in explosives ordnance engineering. Topics covered include explosive materials, ingredients, propellants, pyrotechnics, initiation systems, and
detonators. By completing this course, participants will establish a strong foundation in explosive
chemistry, setting the stage for more advanced training and career development in the field.
Course Duration: 1 week
Learning outcomes
- Understand core concepts related to Explosive Ordnance and Engineering.
- Evaluate various types of explosives, propellants, pyrotechnics, and their components.
- Apply knowledge gained for further training and education to meet both industrial and
academic needs, enhancing their expertise in explosive engineering.
Gun Propellants Technology
This module is designed to provide in-depth knowledge and practical skills on a range of nitrate ester
propellants. It covers cellulose, nitrocellulose, ingredients, compositions, manufacturing, properties, and vulnerabilities of conventional propellants, advanced propellants, as well as stability, internal ballistics, chemical and ballistic life, and life assessment. The course also includes a one-day practical session using simulants and cellulose and nitrocellulose burning if customers have the facilities and materials.
Course Duration: 1 week
Learning outcomes
- Capture in-depth knowledge of propellants and their ingredients.
- Recognise ballistic parameters and service life of propellants.
- Apply vulnerability concepts for propellants stockpile management.
Manufacturing of Gun Propellants
This module aims to provide a thorough understanding of gun propellants, focusing on the various
types of propellants, raw materials, and the manufacturing processes involved. It covers key control
parameters, compositions as well as the assessment of various manufacturing routes, vulnerability,
hazards, and mitigation process.
Course Duration: 1 week
Learning outcomes
- Apply concepts to R&D laboratory and propellants manufacturing industries.
- Apprehend current challenges, development needs.
Stability and Life Assessment of Propellants
This specialised module is designed to provide participants with in-depth knowledge and practical skills related to various nitrate ester propellants, nitrocellulose, and their components. It covers essential topics such as propellant vulnerability, safe life assessment, the requirements for advanced
propellants, and the methods and equipment used for stability and ballistic property testing. By
attending this advanced course, participants will gain a clear understanding of current challenges, development needs, and effective stockpile management strategies in the field of propellant
technology.
Course Duration: 1 week
Learning outcomes
- The attendees will apprehend current challenges, development needs, and stockpile management.
Safety in Handling, manufacturing and Storage of Energetic Materials
This bespoke course provides a comprehensive overview of the safety protocols and best practices
related to the handling, manufacturing, and storage of energetic materials. Designed for
professionals working in the defence, aerospace, and chemical industries, the course covers the key
hazards associated with energetic substances, including explosives, propellants, and pyrotechnics.
Participants will gain essential knowledge on the safe handling procedures, risk assessment
techniques, and industry standards that ensure safe manufacturing environments and storage
conditions. Emphasising both approaches, the course aims to enhance safety awareness and provide the skills necessary to prevent accidents and optimise safety measures in operations involving energetic materials.
Course Duration: 1 week
Learning outcomes
- Understand energetic materials.
- Apprehend UN classification, packaging, transportation regulation of energetic materials.
- Apply appropriate rules and regulation to maintain safe working environment in laboratory, academia and industries.
Commercial Explosives Technology
This course offers comprehensive insights into the fundamentals of commercial explosives. It covers
key topics such as the components of blasting agents, the properties of explosives, classification systems, initiation and detonation processes, the manufacturing of blasting explosives, and critical safety protocols for blasting operations. Designed to enhance expertise, this course provides a deep understanding of the technology and practices involved in the field of commercial explosives.
Course Duration: 1 week
Learning outcomes
- Gain a thorough understanding of blasting explosives and ingredients.
- Capture key points on initiation and detonation.
- Identify correct explosives for applications.
- Apply the acquired knowledge to recognise outdated blasting agents and take proactive
measures to prevent both in-service and out-of-service accidents.