Metallurgical Engineering
 Metallurgical
engineers extract, refine, and recycle metals. They solve problems
such as reducing corrosion, maintaining heat levels, and increasing the
strength of a product.
They help develop or improve metals that are used
in healthcare, in transportation, in defense, and in the entertainment
industry.
 The work of a metallurgical engineer impacts most other
engineering fields as they develop core materials that can enhance the
function of many products and systems.
 Preparation
A bachelor's degree
in engineering is required for almost all entry-level engineering jobs.
Admissions requirements for undergraduate engineering schools include a
solid background in mathematics (algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and
calculus) and science (biology, chemistry, and physics), and courses in
English, social studies, humanities, and computer and information
technology.
Bachelor's degree programs
in engineering typically are designed to last 4 years, but many students
find that it takes between 4 and 5 years to complete their studies. In a
typical 4-year college curriculum, the first 2 years are spent studying
mathematics, basic sciences, introductory engineering, humanities, and
social sciences.
 In
the last 2 years, most courses are in engineering, usually with a
concentration in one branch. Metallurgical engineering students
take courses such as Thermodynamics, Physical Metallurgy, Corrosion
Engineering, Powder Metallurgy, Hydrometallurgy, and Electrometallurgy.
Those interested in a
career in metallurgical engineering should consider reviewing engineering programs that are
accredited by
ABET, Inc. If you choose to attend a program that is not ABET accredited, you should be sure that the university
is regionally accredited.
The following is a current list of all universities offering accredited degree programs in
metallurgical engineering.
Co-ops
Students seeking
metallurgical engineering jobs enhance their employment opportunities
by participating in internship or co-op programs offered through
their schools. These experiences provide the students with broad
knowledge and experience, making them more attractive candidates to
employers. Many universities offer co-op and internship programs for
students studying metallurgical engineering.
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information.
Employment/Earnings
 Metallurgical
engineers are employed in many industries and work for companies refine,
produce, manufacture and distribute metals. Because metals are
used in so many industries, employment can be in large companies or
small consulting firms. Salary ranges for metallurgical engineers are
usually categorized under the materials engineering discipline in salary
surveys. Based on this summarization, graduates with degrees in
metallurgical engineering can expect salary offers of about $50,000.
There are very few accredited metallurgical engineering programs, and so
employment rates for those graduating with a bachelors degree in
metallurgical engineering are are extremely high.
Career
Path Forecast
Metallurgical engineers can expect to have employment growth about as fast
as the average for all occupations.
Although many of the manufacturing industries in which metallurgical
engineers are concentrated are expected to experience declining
employment, metallurgical engineers still will be needed to develop new
materials for electronics, biotechnology, and other areas.
Professional Organizations
 American
Institute of Mining, Metallurgical, and Petroleum Engineers
ASM
International
Mining
and Metallurgical Research Society of America
The
Minerals, Metals & Materials Society
The
Society for Mining, Metallurgy, and Exploration
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