Master degree program
Сhemical Technology of Explosives and Pyrotechnics

Сhemical Technology of Explosives and Pyrotechnics

QUALIFICATION

  • Scientific and pedagogical direction - Master of Engineering Sciences

MODEL OF GRADUATING STUDENT

1.To interpret the calculations of the combustion of condensed systems of energy-intensive materials in order to create an optimal composition.
2.To substantiate the choice of methods for controlling the kinetics of chemical and phase transformations in the process of explosion, in the transition of combustion to explosion in the technological processes of production of energy-intensive materials.
3.To apply in practice requirements of normative documentation to safety of production, storage and use of energy-intensive materials;
4.To calculate the brisance and efficiency of energy-intensive materials for practical use in the mining industry and in the construction industry.
5.To find technological solutions to scientific problems related to the optimization of energy-intensive materials.
6.To apply specific features of means of initiation of energy-intensive materials in the conditions of their practical use in the construction industry.
7.To formulate the problems and tasks of scientific research, in accordance with the stages of optimization and evaluation of thermal characteristics of energy-intensive materials.
8.To demonstrate traditional and innovative methods of research taking into account safety standards.
9.To evaluate the features of combustion in the solid phase in the technological cycles of self-propagating high-temperature synthesis of energy-intensive materials;
10.To formulate promising directions in the field of fast chemical and physico-chemical transformations of energy-intensive substances and materials;
11.To conduct research on combustion, detonation and explosion simulating the main technological processes of transformation of energy-intensive materials.
12.To identify the social and environmental impacts of testing and use of energy-intensive materials.

Program passport

Speciality Name
Сhemical Technology of Explosives and Pyrotechnics
Speciality Code
7M07104
Faculty
Chemistry and Chemical Technology

disciplines

Combustion of Condensed Systems
  • Number of credits - 6
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline is to form the ability to analyze the laws and characteristics of the processes of combustion of condensed systems and to form an understanding of the theory of combustion of condensed systems used in the synthesis of new materials. Discipline is aimed at studying: elements of the theory of combustion, the main processes that determine the rate of combustion of condensed systems, kinetic and diffusion modes of combustion, the effect of catalytic additives on the combustion process of condensed systems.

Foreign Language (professional)
  • Number of credits - 6
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose is to acquire and improve competencies by international standards of foreign language education and to communicate in an intercultural, professional, and scientific environment. A master's student must integrate new information, understand the organization of languages, interact in society, and defend his point of view.

Fundamentals of the Theory of Combustion and Explosion
  • Number of credits - 5
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline is to form the ability to describe and interpret the thermal and chain mechanisms of combustion and explosion, to use modern theories of combustion in solving professional problems. The discipline is aimed at studying: the basic laws of chemical physics, gas mixtures, laws of thermodynamics; flame fronts in combustion theories, combustion modes, features of explosive reactions, the theory of N.N. Semenov thermal explosion.

Hazards and Safety at enterprises producing Explosives and Product
  • Number of credits - 5
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - During the study of the discipline students will learn following aspects: safety rules for the preparation of mixed explosives, dusting in the production of explosives, explosion-proof ventilation, static electricity, lightning protection of storage facilities and enterprises for the production of explosive materials, safety rules for the preparation of explosives.

History and Philosophy of Science
  • Number of credits - 3
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The course forms knowledge about the history and theory of science; on the laws of the development of science and the structure of scientific knowledge; about science as a profession and social institution; оn the methods of conducting scientific research; the role of science in the development of society.

Organization and Planning of Scientific Research
  • Number of credits - 5
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline to form the skills necessary for planning and conducting high-quality and competitive research. The course forms the theoretical and methodological basis of the research process. Discipline is aimed at learning the basics of the scientific method, the rules for the preparation and review of scientific publications and projects. Special attention will be paid to the planning of experiments, the presentation and commercialization of research results, the preparation and submission of research projects.

Organization and Planning of Scientific Research (in English)
  • Number of credits - 6
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline is to train masters in conducting scientific research, carrying out scientific and methodological work, socializing young students and their participation in the corporate governance system of Organization of higher and postgraduate education (OHPE). Undergraduates learn to interact with OHPE stakeholders, participate in research projects.

Pedagogy of Higher education
  • Number of credits - 5
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose is the formation of the ability of pedagogical activity through the knowledge of higher education didactics, theories of upbringing and education management, analysis, and self-assessment of teaching activities. The course covers the educational activity design of specialists, Bologna process implementation, acquiring a lecturer, and curatorial skills by TLA-strategies.

Physical methods of analysis and control of technological processes of production of pyrotechnic and explosive substances
  • Number of credits - 5
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - During the study of the discipline students will learn following aspects: tasks and areas of application of physical methods of analysis and control in technological processes of production of pyrotechnic and explosive substances.

Psychology of management
  • Number of credits - 3
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - Formation of knowledge about the fundamental concepts of management psychology for the practical application of the most critical aspects of management in professional interaction. Basic principles of management psychology, personality in management interactions, management of personality behavior, modern ideas, psychology of managing group phenomena, motivation, and practical reflection.

Pyrotechnic Products on Service of a Defense Industry and Emergency Situations
  • Number of credits - 6
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline is to form the ability to protect the population and the environment from the possible negative impact of production objects and the application of pyrotechnic materials. Discipline is aimed at studying: general information about pyrotechnic compositions, methods of using pyrotechnic means in the defense industry and emergency situations, calculation methods and methods of ensuring safety at enterprises producing energy-intensive materials.

Pyrotechnics in the Modern World Science and Industry
  • Number of credits - 9
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline is to form the ability to assess the role of pyrotechnic compositions in the modern world science and production. The training course forms the theoretical and practical basis for the creation of new types of pyrotechnic compositions, taking into account world practice. The discipline is aimed at studying: general properties of pyrotechnic compositions and components, new pyrotechnics existing in modern world science and practice.

Data for 2021-2024 years

disciplines

Basics of designing pyrotechnic products
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline is to form the ability to construct simple pyrotechnic products for domestic use.The discipline is aimed at the study of: the basic prin-ciples of design of pyrotechnic products; materials used for the manufacture of buildings; the principles of ty-pical units of pyrotechnic products; the necessary forces of light of the flame; the range of visibility of the pyrotechnic flame; the mass of the charge, the height of the rise of the product; specific impulse; dimensional and weight characteristics of pyrotechnic charges.

Development of pyrotechnic compositions
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline is to form the ability to develop formulations of pyrotechnic compositions with the given burning characteristics. Discipline is aimed at studying: the purpose of the components and general principles of the layout of pyrotechnic compositions; general principles and sequence of development of formulations, starting components and double mixtures; selection of additives; development of manufacturing techniques of the compositions; main characteristics and applications; solid pyrotechnic fuels.

Explosive technology and ammunition disposal
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline is to form the ability to apply explosive technologies to solve environmental problems. Discipline is aimed at studying: methods of disposal of ammunition; explosion technology and technology for the elimination of oil spills, for shredding tires; hardening, stamping, pressing using explosion energy and dynamic synthesis of superhard materials, environmentally safe explosive methods of disassembling and destroying ammunition.

Explosives - Classification, Calculation, Features of Manufacture
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline is to form the ability to analyze the theory of an explosion, the classification, calculation and the peculiarities of the physical and chemical processes accompanying it. The training course forms the basis for the analysis, calculation and evaluation of the characteristics of the production of explosives. The discipline is aimed at studying: the physicochemical characteristics of the components of industrial explosives, the calculation of the basic energy characteristics, the methods of carrying out the technological processes of producing explosives.

Fundamentals of the Theory of Combustion and Explosion
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline is to form the ability to describe and interpret the thermal and chain mecha-nisms of combustion and explosion, to use modern the-ories of combustion in solving professional problems. Discipline is aimed at studying: the basic laws of che-mical physics, gas mixtures, the laws of thermo-dynamics; flame front in theories of combustion, the modes of combustion, feature of explosive reactions, the theory of thermal explosion of N.N. Semyonov.

Hazards and Safety At Enterprises Producing Explosives and Product
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline: to form the ability to analyze hazardous factors in the production and use of explosives. The discipline is aimed at studying: safety rules in the preparation of mixed explosives, dusting in the production of explosives, ventilation in an explosive-safe performance, static electricity, lightning-protection of storage facilities and enterprises for the production of explosives, safety rules in the preparation of explosives.

Industrial Explosives and Their Preparation
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of discipline to form the ability to solve problems associated with obtaining, description and ap-plication properties of industrial explosives. The training course forms the theoretical and practical methodology for the production of industrial explosives. Discipline is aimed at studying: the general characteristics of industrial explosives, the energy characteristics of an explosion, the technical requirements for industrial explosives, their preparation and use in the mining industry.

Innovative Technologies in the Explosives Industry
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline to form the ability to describe and evaluate the technology of production of industrial explosives and the newest types of explo-sives. The training course forms the practical basis of manufacturing technology and the use of industrial explosives. The discipline is aimed at studying: the principles of development of production of explosives, system of initiation of charges of industrial explosives, complex mechanization of blasting.

Modeling of Processes Burning
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - During the study of the discipline students will learn following aspects: basic concepts of chemical kinetics and types of reactions, methods for modeling one-dimensional systems of equations of gas dynamics, some mathematical properties of the system of equations of gas dynamics

Modeling of Processes Burning, Detonation and Explosion
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline is to form the ability to simulate the processes of combustion and explosion of energy-intensive materials and the formation of modeling skills necessary for solving chemical problems associated with the combustion process. The discipline is aimed at studying: the basic concepts of chemical kinetics and types of reactions, methods for modeling one-dimensional systems of equations of gas dynamics, some mathematical properties of the system of equations of gas dynamics, various mathematical models of processes occurring behind the detonation wave front, problems of calculating detonation flows, modeling the process of detonation initiation.

Modeling of Processes Detonation and Explosion
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline is to form the ability to simulate the processes of detonation of energy-intensive materials and the formation of modeling skills necessary for solving chemical problems associated with the description of detonation burning. Discipline is aimed at studying: the basic concepts of the theory of combustion, various mathematical models of the processes occurring behind the detonation wave front, problems of calculating detonation flows, modeling the process of initiating detonation.

Physical methods of analysis and control of technological processes of production of pyrotechnic and explosive substances
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline is to form the ability to carry out analysis and production control of pyrotechnic and explosive substances by various physical methods. Discipline is aimed at studying: the tasks and areas of application of physical methods of analysis and control in technological processes of production and to identify the chemical structure of pyrotechnic and explosives.

Processes Self-Propagating High-Temperature Synthesis in Pyrotechnics
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline is to form the ability of system understanding and analysis of the principles of chemical technology of self-propagating high-tem-perature synthesis (SPHTS) in pyrotechnics. The following aspects are considered: the method of SPHTS; the main technological types of SPHTS; elementary principles of the theory of combustion; features of the combustion processes in the solid phase; burning wave structure; thermodynamics and kinetics of SPHTS.

Pyrotechnic Means - Classification, Calculation, Features of Manufacture
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline is to form the ability to apply the theory of combustion and explosion to calculate and classify the properties of pyrotechnic substances. Discipline is aimed at studying: the classification, composition and purpose of existing pyrotechnic substances, the selection of raw materials and auxiliary materials for the production of pyrotechnic products, general requirements for the scheme of production of pyrotechnic products, equipment, assembly and testing of pyrotechnic products.

Pyrotechnics in the modern world science and industry
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline is to form the ability to assess the role of pyrotechnic compositions in the modern world science and production. The training course forms the theoretical and practical basis for the creation of new types of pyrotechnic compositions, taking into account world practice. The discipline is aimed at studying: general properties of pyrotechnic compositions and components, new pyrotechnics existing in modern world science and practice.

Safety in Production, Transportation, Storage and Use of Explosives
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline is to form the ability to apply the basic safety requirements for the conduct of blasting on the surface and in underground conditions. The discipline is aimed at the study of: general characteristics of industrial explosives, the condition of transportation of explosives by road, rail, sea, river and air transport, safety in the production, handling of explosives and products.

The Explosion and Its Use for Peaceful Purposes
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline is to form the ability to describe and evaluate the processes accompanying the explosion, especially its use for peaceful purposes. The training course forms the theoretical and methodological basis for understanding the nature of the use of explosions for peaceful purposes. The discipline is aimed at studying: characteristics and features of the application of explosives used in the construction, defense industries, geological exploration, emergency situations.

Data for 2021-2024 years

INTERNSHIPS

Pedagogical
  • Type of control - Защита практики
  • Description - Aim оf discipline: formation of the ability to carry out educational activities in universities, to design the educational process and conduct certain types of training sessions using innovative educational technologies.

Research
  • Type of control - Защита практики
  • Description - The purpose of the practice: gaining experience in the study of an actual scientific problem, expand the professional knowledge gained in the learning process, and developing practical skills for conducting independent scientific work. The practice is aimed at developing the skills of research, analysis and application of economic knowledge.

Data for 2021-2024 years