Expert-led in-person and live online training for engineers, blasters, technicians, and safety professionals, covering explosives, blasting, pyrotechnics, testing, and regulatory compliance.
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Explosives Engineering, Science & Technology – Special In-Person Short Course
Explosives Engineering, Science & Technology – 3.5-Day Special In-Person Short Course
This intensive 3.5-day in-person course is designed for engineers, scientists, blasters, military personnel, and technical professionals who want a deeper, practical understanding of explosive phenomena. Participants study detonation physics, blast wave behavior, fragmentation mechanics, scaling laws, and real-world engineering applications. The course combines university-level science with hands-on demonstrations, including practical experiments in shock-wave physics and pressure measurements.
Unlike basic safety seminars, this program focuses on applied explosives engineering. You will learn how to analyze blast effects, calculate fragment velocity using Gurney methods, interpret shock wave data, and understand how energetic materials behave in real systems. Participants receive a 28-hour Certificate of Completion from Petr Explosives Group. Limited seating ensures depth of discussion and meaningful technical engagement.
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High-Speed and Ultra-High-Speed Imaging
Join us on Monday, February 1, 2027, for a one-day, hands-on High-Speed and Ultra-High-Speed Imaging course. Learn the essentials of optics, lighting, triggering, and capture techniques—then apply Schlieren/shadowgraph methods and software analysis to real test data. Certificates included.
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Advanced Energetics / Propellants Course (AEPC) – Special In-Person Short Course
The Advanced Energetics / Propellants Course (AEPC) is a 3.5-day in-person training program focused on propellant chemistry, combustion, and internal ballistics. Designed for engineers and professionals, the course provides a practical understanding of how propellants behave under confinement, how pressure evolves in rocket motors, and how to safely design and operate energetic systems.
Hands-on, advanced training in propellants, pyrotechnics, and explosives for defense and R&D professionals.
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Quarry Operations, Drilling & Blasting Academy – (5 Day Intensive Program ) February 2027
This 5-day intensive program is designed to improve quarry production through a system-based approach to drilling, blasting, and plant performance. Participants learn how to identify bottlenecks, improve fragmentation, and increase tons per hour by understanding how each part of the operation—from the blast to the crusher—works together.
The course combines practical training with real-world application, including blast design, timing strategies, and field-based learning. It is most effective when attended by a team, allowing managers, blasters, and plant personnel to align their approach, implement improvements faster, and benefit from group discounts and hands-on experience.
Participants leave with practical tools, a deeper understanding, and the ability to apply system-based thinking to enhance quarry performance.
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Practical Explosive Training School (PETS) June 8-9 2026 Jackson Hole, Wyoming
Explosives and Blasting Basics is a two-day foundational training program offered by the Practical Explosive Training School (PETS) in collaboration with the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment.
This 16-hour course (8 hours of classroom theory and 8 hours of hands-on field training) delivers essential knowledge for new and inexperienced blasters. Topics include explosives safety, regulations, ATF requirements, proper handling and storage, blast design basics, and practical drilling and blasting techniques.
The program reflects current Colorado and U.S. industry practices, as seen at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort in Wyoming. It may count toward the experience requirements for the Wyoming and Colorado State Explosives Permit.
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Quarry Operations, Drilling & Blasting Academy – (5 Day Intensive Program )
This 5-day intensive program is designed to improve quarry production through a system-based approach to drilling, blasting, and plant performance. Participants learn how to identify bottlenecks, improve fragmentation, and increase tons per hour by understanding how each part of the operation—from the blast to the crusher—works together.
The course combines practical training with real-world application, including blast design, timing strategies, and field-based learning. It is most effective when attended by a team, allowing managers, blasters, and plant personnel to align their approach, implement improvements faster, and benefit from group discounts and hands-on experience.
Participants leave with practical tools, a deeper understanding, and the ability to apply system-based thinking to enhance quarry performance.
Early bird deal
Petr Explosive Training School (PETS) February 2026
Two-day PETS course providing essential training for inexperienced blasters on explosives regulations, safe handling, storage, and applications, with practical knowledge and an overview of current ATF and Colorado state requirements.
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Quarry Operations, Drilling & Blasting Academy – (5 Day Intensive Program ) February 2027
This 5-day intensive program is designed to improve quarry performance by connecting the full operation—from drilling and blasting to crushing and production.
Rather than focusing on individual tasks, this course teaches how each part of the system works together:
Drilling → Blasting → Crushing → Screening → Production
Participants will learn how to identify inefficiencies, improve fragmentation, reduce downtime, and increase overall productivity through a practical, engineering-based approach.
Early bird deal
Practical Explosive Training School (PETS) June 8-9 2026 Jackson Hole, Wyoming
This two-day class provides essential foundational training in explosives and blasting for inexperienced or entry-level blasters. The program covers critical topics including explosives regulations, safety, proper handling, storage, and field applications, with a clear overview of current ATF requirements.
The course strongly emphasizes practical, real-world knowledge and reflects current industrial practices in Colorado and across the United States. Day 1 focuses on classroom theory, while Day 2 delivers intensive hands-on training in drilling and blasting operations. Successful completion of this program may count toward the experience requirements for the Wyoming and Colorado State Explosives Permit.
Early bird deal
Quarry Operations, Drilling & Blasting Academy – (5 Day Intensive Program )
This 5-day intensive program is designed to improve quarry performance by connecting the full operation—from drilling and blasting to crushing and production.
Rather than focusing on individual tasks, this course teaches how each part of the system works together:
Drilling → Blasting → Crushing → Screening → Production
Participants will learn how to identify inefficiencies, improve fragmentation, reduce downtime, and increase overall productivity through a practical, engineering-based approach.
Early bird deal
Petr Explosive Training School (PETS) February 2026
Two-day class on explosives and blasting basics offered by the Practical Explosive Training School (PETS), in collaboration with the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment. The course provides basic, essential training for inexperienced blasters, focusing on explosives regulations, safety, handling, storage, and applications, with an overview of current ATF requirements. The program emphasizes practical knowledge, reflects current industrial practices in Colorado and the United States, and may count toward the experience required for the Colorado State Explosives Permit.
Petr Explosives Group in-person courses are designed for engineers, blasters, technicians, safety professionals, inspectors, program managers, and government personnel who work with explosives, propellants, pyrotechnics, or energetic materials, or who require a rigorous technical understanding for safety, compliance, or operational responsibilities.
Courses are held at selected training facilities, client sites, conference venues, or host institutions depending on the program. The exact location, directions, and logistical details are provided on each course registration page and in the confirmation email sent after registration.
The course fee typically includes all instructional materials, digital or printed course notes, participation in all scheduled lectures and sessions, and a certificate of completion. Travel, lodging, meals, and personal expenses are not included unless explicitly stated in the course description.
Registration is completed online through the Petr Explosives Group website using the course registration page. Additional course dates and locations are added regularly based on demand, client requests, and scheduling availability. If a course is full or no dates are currently listed, we encourage you to contact us to express interest.
Registrations may be canceled or transferred in accordance with the policy listed on the individual course registration page. In general, substitutions may be permitted, and transfers to future sessions may be available depending on timing and availability. Specific terms and deadlines are provided during registration and in the confirmation materials.
Have questions or ready to reserve your spot? Contact us today to discuss your training needs, schedule a session, or get expert guidance from our instructors.
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