Metallurgist

__**//Job description//**-__METALLURGISTS or METALLURGICAL ENGINEERS oversee every stage of the process of turning metallic ore into useful metal products.This process can be roughly divided into ore extraction and manufacturing. mechanically processing the extracted metal. **//Foundry Metallurgists//** help make metal castings.//**Extractive Metallurgists**// focus on quality and cost control. They oversee the inspection and analysis of incoming materials, the extraction process, and the sampling of extracted metals. They may make changes in one or more extractive processes based upon visual inspection as well as chemical analysis. An **//Extractive Metallurgist//** may also conduct experiments to find new or improved extractive procedures.
 * //Extractive Metallurgists//** specialize in separating metals from ores.
 * //Physical Metallurgists//** concentrate on refining, alloying, heat treating, and

There are two basic ways metals can be extracted from ores, and extractive metallurgists are involved in both//. **Pyrometallurgy**// involves high-temperature processes such as fire refining, smelting, or roasting. //**Hydrometallurgy**// involves low temperature processes such as electrolytic refining or solvent extraction. Smelting is the most widely used extraction process.

strength, strength-weight ratio, ductility, magnetic and electrical properties, and resistance to abrasion and corrosion. They insure that metals aren't adversely affected by hot forging or cold rolling. They test samples for tolerance under tension, compression and shear. Instruments are used to determine hardness and to analyze crystalline structures. Metallurgists are often asked to determine the cause of metal failures and recommend materials for reliable performance in various environments. They devise testing methods to evaluate the effects of various conditions and use scientific instruments to study results.
 * //Physical Metallurgists//** make sure metals meet specifications of mechanical

Refining and alloying extracted metals usually involves working with them in the molten state. In large mills, **//Physical Metallurgists//** receive molten metal from smelters and further alloy and refine it in oxygen, open-hearth or other kinds of furnaces.

conduct Research to develop and improve methods of sand molding, melting, alloying and pouring of metals. noise, heat, and dusty conditions of smelting furnaces or heat-treat shops. The main physical requirement is good eyesight that can be corrected with glasses or contact lens. __**Places of Employment-**__Metallurgists are employed by mining and mineral processing companies, including metal producers such as steelworks and smelters. Companies involved in metal fabrication or white metal goods and car manufacture also employ metallurgists, as do chemical engineering, processing companies and metallurgical testing laboratories. Metallurgists can work at mine sites, processing plants, factories, workshops, laboratories or offices. Their working conditions therefore can vary from large, clean, well lit factories to dirty, and perhaps hazardous, processing plants. They have to handle dangerous chemicals and substances heated to very high temperatures. They may also need to travel to work sites far from their offices or attend conferences. Information Division, shows that the number of Metallurgists will grow more slowly than average through 2005. (Projected growth for all occupations in California is expected to average 24 percent through 2005.)Employment prospects may also be affected by stricter air pollution standards, which may prompt some metal smelters to leave the State. The science of metallurgy is one of the smaller segments of the engineering field. According to college placement officials, graduates in the field of metallurgy usually find ready employment at higher-than-average salaries. employer. A recent salary survey indicates that the monthly salary for a Metallurgist with no experience ranges from approximately $2,500 to $3,500 per month. Experienced Metallurgists earn approximately $3,000 to $7,500 per month.Most metallurgists work 40 hours a week. Some production Metallurgists may be required to be on-call.Fringe benefits usually include paid vacations, holidays, medical and dental insurance, and life insurance and a pension program. Metallurgists is a B.S. degree in metallurgical engineering or in a science curriculum with a metallurgy major. Mechanical, chemical, and ceramics engineers may also meet the entrance requirements by supplementing their degrees with appropriate courses in metallurgy or mineral science. Those with only a B.S. degree may find that they need to obtain advanced degrees, especially if they prefer a Research environment
 * //Foundry metallurgists//** specialize in methods of making castings. They
 * //__Personality charactristics-__//** A mathematical aptitude and scientific interest are important for extractive metallurgists. Insight, logical thinking, well-developed problem solving skills and self-discipline are also important qualities. An ability to work with and to lead people, as well as good communication skills are essential.
 * __Working conditions-__**Metallurgists' work stations range from laboratories or offices to the
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 * __Job Outlook-__** The California Projections of Employment, published by the Labor Market
 * __Salary Information__**-Salaries for Metallurgists vary according to the length of experience and
 * __Recomended education and training-__**To many employers, a Ph.D. is desirable. The minimum requirement for most