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Function of electronic detonators

Differences between types of detonators

Advantages of using electronic detonators

Overview of E*STAR equipment

This foundational level encompasses solely theoretical knowledge and does not cover practical skills. Level 1 does not grant the holder the right to work with the E*STAR system. Level 1 is not concluded with a test or any other form of assessment, and no certificate is issued for this level; the student receives a confirmation of participation and may thus proceed to study further levels of E*UNI.

Priming, connecting, stemming, and leakage checking

Product handling

Handling of explosives

Hazards and safety on the bench

Flow of blast preparation

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

ETC.

CTA encompasses theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the classroom and the field. CTA authorises the holder to work with the E*STAR system. CTA doesn’t authorise the holder to program and fire an E*STAR blast. Successful completion of CTA requires passing a knowledge test and practical skills examinations. At the end of the course, the student must demonstrate their skills in two blasts without help or intervention from an instructor.

Programming

Data transferring

Arming

Firing

Etc.

CTO includes theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the classroom and the field. The CTO authorises the holder to work with the E*STAR system and to carry out E*STAR blasting operations. Successful completion of CTO requires passing a knowledge test and practical skills exams. At the end of the course, the student must demonstrate their skills in three blasts without help or intervention from an instructor.

E*Star components

Equipment firmware and compatibility

Quality and Control (Q&C)

Investigation procedures

All possible in-field scenarios

Understanding error messages and behaviours

Etc.

CTS includes theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the classroom and the field. CTS authorises the holder to work with the E*STAR system, carry out E*STAR blasting operations, and perform troubleshooting. Additionally, the holder is entitled to coach other students at levels 1, 2, and 3. To successfully complete CTS, one must pass a knowledge test and practical skills examinations.

Blast designing

Blast timing

Undesired effects of blasting

Blast efficiency

Evaluation of blast results

Optimization of blasting

Etc.

CTD comprises solely theoretical knowledge. CTD is not concluded with a test or any other form of assessment. CTD does not authorise the holder to perform blasting operations. Upon successful completion of the course, the student receives a CTD certificate, which has unlimited validity. This certificate does not replace a shotfirer’s license.

All E*STAR equipment and modules related to the trainee's operation

E*UNI structure

E*UNI levels and requirements

Training materials

Testing materials

Communication skills

E*STAR users database

Etc.

CTT includes theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the classroom and the field. CTT authorises the holder to coach other students at all levels of E*UNI. To successfully complete CTT, one must pass a knowledge test and practical skills examinations. Furthermore, the student must execute 30 E*STAR blasts within 3 months (especially for tunnels and underground mines) or 20 E*STAR blasts within 12 months (especially for surface blasting works).
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Level 3: CTO – Certificate to Operate

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Level 3 – CTO (Certificate to Operate) is the minimum qualification required to fire an E*STAR blast.

CTO includes both theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the classroom and in the field. The CTO authorises the holder to work with the E*STAR system and to carry out E*STAR blasting operations. Successful completion of CTO requires passing a knowledge test and practical skills exams. At the end of the course, the student must demonstrate their skills in three blasts without help or intervention from an instructor. These three blasts must be conducted consecutively, with the maximum time between them determined by the respective instructor.

Upon completing the course, the student receives a CTO certificate, valid for 24 months from the date of issuance.

In addition to the knowledge and skills acquired in previous levels, the student will learn:

Programming
Data transferring
Arming

Firing
Etc.

OUR COURSES

Level 1: Introduction to E*STAR World

Introduction to E*STAR World is the initial milestone in the E*STAR journey of every E*UNI student.

Level 2: CTA – Certificate to Assist

CTA encompasses theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the classroom and the field.

Level 4: CTS – Certificate to Supervise

CTS includes theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the classroom and the field.

Level 4: CTD – Certificate to Design

CTD comprises solely theoretical knowledge. CTD is not concluded with a test or any other form of assessment.

Level 5: CTT – Certificate to Train

CTT includes theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the classroom and the field.

E*STAR GO: CTO – Certificate to Operate

CTO includes theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the classroom and the field.

Level 1: Introduction to E*STAR World

Introduction to E*STAR World is the initial milestone in the E*STAR journey of every E*UNI student.

Level 2: CTA – Certificate to Assist

CTA encompasses theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the classroom and the field.

Level 4: CTS – Certificate to Supervise

CTS includes theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the classroom and the field.

Level 4: CTD – Certificate to Design

CTD comprises solely theoretical knowledge. CTD is not concluded with a test or any other form of assessment.

Level 5: CTT – Certificate to Train

CTT includes theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the classroom and the field.

E*STAR GO: CTO – Certificate to Operate

CTO includes theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the classroom and the field.

CTA – Certificate to Assist

CTA represents the first certified level, authorising the holder to perform basic operations with the E*STAR system.

CTO – Certificate to Operate

CTO is the minimum qualification required to fire an E*STAR blast.

CTS – Certificate to Supervise

CTS ensures that upon successful completion of this course, the student is capable of not only firing the E*STAR blasts but also performing all the troubleshooting.

CTD – Certificate to Design

CTD is a specialised extension to the CTS to expand their knowledge of blasting operations.