Upon successful completion of the course, the student should be able to:

1.1 Distinguish and identify the different rock penetration theories,

1.2 Distinguish and identify the different rock penetration equipments,

1.3 Select and propose the best equipment for a certain project under consideration,

2.1 Know and identify the energy balance concept,

2.2 Judge, analyze and evaluate the requirements for a successful and safe blast design,

2.3 Interrelates the energy balance concept and the need for successful and safe blast design,

3.1 Demonstrate an ability to identify the various types of explosives and initiating devices,

3.2 Propose the best type of explosives and initiating devices for a certain project,

4.1 Understands and knows the essentials of explosion control concept,

4.2 Knows, distinguishes and proposes a controlled blasting technique for a project,

5.1 Identify and describe the environmental impacts of both surface and underground blasting,

5.2 Recognise the risk for and proposes the mitigation measures for environmental impacts of blasting for a certain project.