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    Missouri S&T Summer Camp: Explosives (Session 1)

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    Details

    • Listing Type: Summer Programs
    • Program Delivery: Residential
    • Destination: United States
    • Provided By: College
    • Session Start: June
    • Session Length: One Week
    • Gender: Coed
    • Category: STEM
    • Sub-Categories: Filmmaking and Digital Media, College Experience, Engineering, Career Exploration, Science
    • Selective: Yes
    • Ages: 16, 17, 18
    • Minimum Cost: $500 - $1,499
    • Career Clusters: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
    • Credit Awarded: No
    • Call: (573) 341-6303
    • Location:Rolla, Missouri
    • Last Updated:April 2025
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    Overview

    Have you ever wondered how dynamite works? Or how fireworks light up the sky? Join us at Missouri S&T’s Explosives Summer Camp and get ready for an unforgettable experience filled with learning and excitement! Learn from experts like lead instructor, Dr. Paul Worsey, who co-hosted The Detonators on the Discovery Channel.

    Secure your spot for the explosive summer of a lifetime! Spaces are limited, so don't miss out—apply now and join us for a summer of hands-on learning in the thrilling world of explosives. Whether you're interested in a career in pyrotechnics or simply want to satisfy your curiosity, our Summer Explosives Camp offers an experience like no other.

    Camp Activities Include:

    • Safety precautions when handling explosives
    • How to prime and shoot dynamite
    • Where explosives are used in industry and engineering
    • Exploring explosive-related careers
    • The mechanics of underground blasting
    • The role of pyrotechnics in special effects
    • Creating a 3" fireworks shell
    • Setting up and shooting off a fireworks display
    • The basics of explosives demolition

    Ready to Light Up the Sky with Your Passion for Explosives? Apply today!

    Important Application Info:

    • Do not send registration fees with your application.
    • Fees are due only if you are accepted.
    • Submit a 300-500 word response to, "Why I am interested in a career that focuses on the application of explosives."
    • Include a one-page resume detailing work experience, school/community involvement, and academic achievements.
    • Provide a letter of recommendation from a high school teacher or counselor.

    Cost and Session Information

    Do not send registration fee with your application. Registration will only need to be paid if you are accepted into the camps. Registration fee includes all meals, housing, and camp materials.