IExpE Entrance Examinations
General Papers
This part of the examination consists of three one-hour papers, each comprising
a number of short questions, and requiring short answers. The "Science of
High Explosives, Safety and Explosives Legislation and Environmental Courses" run
by the Institute lead into the 'General Papers' examination.
Syllabi for the papers are:
General Paper 1: Explosives Theory
- The Science of Explosives
- The History of Explosives
- The Chemistry of Explosives
- The Properties of Explosives
- Types of Explosives
- Detonators
- Detonating Cords
- Miscellaneous Accessories
- Initiation Systems
- The Blasting Action of High Explosives
General Paper 2: Safety and Legal
- Legislation and Good Practice Relating to the Manufacture Conveyance,
Acquisition and Storage of Explosives
- Safe Methods for the Disposal of Explosives
General Paper 3: Environmental Considerations
- Ground Vibration and Air Over Pressure: Terminology, Causes, Control,
Safe Levels and Instrumentation
- Social Considerations: Perception Levels and Public Relations
- Fly Rock: Causes and Control
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