The next Demolition Methods, Planning, and Design course, to be announced, spring 2026.
In June 2025, the National Demolition Association launched a new in-person course – Demolition Methods, Planning, and Design. Using digital and physical models and field examples, this course will teach you about the engineering concepts behind the demolition means and methods in a fun and interactive way. Hear directly from seasoned engineers with practical demolition experience in addition to experienced demolition professionals.
The next offering of the Demolition Methods, Planning, and Design course will take place in spring 2026. To be announced at the 2026 Annual Convnetion & Expo, Demolition Phoenix.
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Important: This course is intended for educational purposes only and does not qualify as official engineering training or certification. Completion of this course does not substitute for the expertise or services of a licensed demolition engineer. It is critical to consult and hire qualified engineers for any demolition projects, as they are essential for ensuring proper planning, safety, and compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Participants should not assume that taking this course alone equips them with the necessary skills to act as an engineer on demolition projects.
Who Should Attend
This course is designed for professionals across the demolition industry, including: 
- Owners
- Engineers
- Inspectors
- Estimators
- Superintendents
- Foremen
- Laborers/burners
What You Will Learn
This course will equip you to:
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Identify and mitigate risks
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Ensure safe and controlled demolition operations |
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Gain insights on pre-stressed structures, cantilevered and hung structures, principles of steel and concrete structural members, and loading and potential failure (both deliberate and unintended) |