Metallurgy

Metallurgy is the study of metals. Alloys (mixtures of metals) are also studied. There are two main branches of Metallurgy. They are physical and chemical metallurgy. A Metallurgist is individual who researches, manufactures and develops metal items that range from car parts to semiconductors.

Metallurgists and Metallurgical Engineers often work for consulting engineering firms; mining and manufacturing companies; and in government and universities. Many metallurgists hold a Bachelor of Engineering or similar 4- year degree.

Common Job Tasks

  • Study the properties metals and alloys through scientific experiments
  • Plan and design machines and processes to concentrate, extract, refine and process metals.[1]
  • Work in a manner that is environmentally and economically conscious.
  1. "Metallurgical and materials engineers". WorkBC. July 14, 2020. Archived from the original on May 23, 2022. Retrieved November 26, 2020.

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