Metallurgical Technology
Overview
Metallurgical technology programs prepare people to help engineers study and develop metals used in industry.Metallurgical technology programs teach people about the principles of metallurgy. Students learn how to inspect and test metals.
Metallurgical technology programs include topics such as:
- Principles of metallurgy
- Metal inspection and testing
- Laboratory techniques
- Chemical and physical properties of metals
- System and equipment maintenance and repair
- Report writing
Schools
Several community colleges and technical schools offer certificate and associate degree programs in metallurgical technology. A certificate program usually takes a year of full-time study. An associate degree program at a community college usually takes two years of full-time study to complete.
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Related Educational Programs
- Chemical Technology
- Chemistry
- Civil Engineering Technology
- Computational Mathematics
- Construction Engineering Technology
- Machine Shop Technology
- Materials Engineering
- Materials Science
- Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering Technology
- Metallurgical Engineering
- Nondestructive Testing
- Robotics Technology
- Sheet Metal Technology
- Tool and Die Technology
- Welding Technology
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Program Admission
You can prepare for this program by taking courses in high school that prepare you for college. This typically includes four years of English, three years of math, three years of social studies, and two years of science. Some colleges also require two years of a second language.
Below is a list of high school courses that will help prepare you for this program of study:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Computer Science and Programming
- English Composition
- Physics
- Trigonometry
Typical Course Work
Program Courses
An associate degree program in this field typically includes courses in the following subjects:
- Applied Metallography
- Basic Machining, Measurements, and Manufacturing Processes
- College Algebra
- Electron Microscopy and Image Analysis
- General Physics
- Introduction to Materials Science
- Introduction to Metallurgical Chemistry
- Mechanical Properties of Metals
- Mechanical Testing
- Physical Metallurgy Structures
- Shielded Metallic Arc Welding
Things to Know
Many jobs in this field require a lot of writing and clear communication. Taking writing and speaking courses will develop your communication skills.
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