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Blasting/Blaster.

A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills in using a variety of explosive materials to aid in the construction process. Includes instruction in safety procedures for storing, handling, placement, charge power determination, drilling, pounding, building demolition, preparing rocky surfaces for building foundations and demolition of explosives.

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Related Careers

First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers

47-1011

$51,290 $78,690 $126,690

Explosives Workers, Ordnance Handling Experts, and Blasters

47-5032

$45,160 $59,110 $104,210

Frequently Asked Questions

What careers can I pursue with this major?

Use the Related Careers section above to see roles commonly linked to this field of study. Data is based on CIP–SOC crosswalk and BLS occupational data.

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Salary and employment data come from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) and Employment Projections.

Data sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

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Salary Summary

$68,900

Avg Median Salary $68,900
Lowest Median $59,110
Highest Median $78,690

Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

Quick Facts

Career Paths 2
Degree Level Bachelor
Code 46.0505

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