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The Associate of Science in Explosive Ordinance Disposal degree
is designed to meet the education requirements for students
in the field of explosive ordinance disposal. Graduates may
use their degree to help with professional advancement, or
they may choose to pursue further study. Student pursuing
an AS degree in Explosive Ordinance Disposal must obtain specific
skill sets before being eligible for graduation. In addition
to becoming familiar with the history of explosives, explosive
ordinance disposal concepts, the science behind explosive
devices the student will also learn about emergency response
to terrorist incidents and homeland security.
In addition to the institutional and general education level
learning objectives, the Associate of Science in Explosive
Ordnance Disposal seeks the following specific learning outcomes
of its graduates. With reference to each of the respective
areas of explosive ordnance disposal, graduates in this degree
program will be able to:
- Describe specific dates in relation to discovery, invention,
and use of various explosives.
- Discuss the history and background of electricity and
electronics as typically found in hazardous devices.
- List important scientists and inventors who played essential
roles in explosives development.
- Explain the safety precautions to observe when conducting
operations which involve hazardous devices that incorporate
energy bombs and electromagnetic pulse devices.
- Restate the principles and theories of fundamental concepts
of electricity, physics, and chemistry as they apply to
explosive devices.
- Interpret circuit components most commonly used in hazardous
devices.
- Recognize hazardous device electronic diagrams.
Requirements
Applicants must have a High School Diploma or GED to apply.
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About American Military University
AMU is a member of the regionally accredited American Public
University System and is the number one provider of online
education to the military. AMU offers the relevant programs
and courses for today's job market via over 76 relevant degrees.
Just a few of the ways we stay current on industry needs:
the majority of our faculty are currently working in the fields
they are teaching in; we partner with industry organizations
and build programs and certificates tailored to their needs;
and we rely on Industry Advisory Councils made up of corporate
members who review our curriculum to ensure its relevance
to the skills needed in their industries. Courses are 100
percent online and start monthly (versus semesters), with
8 and 16 week classes available in many programs.
Accreditation
The American Public University System is regionally accredited
by the Higher Learning Commission, North Central Association;
and nationally, by the Accrediting Commission of the Distance
Education and Training Council.
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