Metallurgical Engineering Technician
OFO No: 311702
Other names for Metallurgical Engineering Technician:
- Dye Penetrant Testing Technician
- Heat Treatment Technician
- Industrial Radiographer
- Magnetic Testing Technician
- Metallurgy Laboratory Technician
- Mineral Analyst / Spectroscopist
- Mineral Spectroscopist
- Non Destructive Testing Technician
- Petroleum Products Laboratory Technician
- Petroleum Refinery Laboratory Technician
- Pressure Testing Technician
- Ultrasound Technician
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What is a Metallurgical Engineering Technician?
Metallurgy is the science of metals and making sure the right metal is used for a job, or converting the chemical compound so it’s perfect for a job.
A Metallurgical Engineering Technician helps Metallurgical Engineers. They test metals in a laboratory.
What does a Metallurgical Engineering Technician do?
- assists metallurgical engineers
- travels to sites
- performs laboratory experiments
- studies metals
- monitors extraction processes
- uses advanced equipment
- helps to create new alloys (mixed metals)
- works out how to make metals stronger and safer
- determines which metals should be used for which job
- follows safety standards
Are you . . . ?
- interested in engineering?
- good at maths and science?
- interested in metals?
- a team player?
- analytical?
- an accurate worker?
- responsible and reliable?
- a good communicator?
How do I become a Metallurgical Engineering Technician?
PATH 1
National Diploma in Metallurgical Engineering (Extraction Metallurgy)
- Can be done at some of the Universities of Technology
- 2 years workplace experience (registered as a Candidate Engineering Technician through ECSA)
- Professional Review by ECSA
- Designation: Only engineers registered with ECSA may use the title Professional Engineering Technician
TRAINING:
- CLICK HERE to check for a training institution near you to see what they offer.
- Make sure you understand their entry requirements for each course.
- To avoid scams, make sure your institution is registered with the Department of Higher Education. CLICK HERE to check accredited Private Higher Education Institutions.
- ENGINEERING COUNCIL OF SOUTH AFRICA (ECSA)
ECSA is the national body that regulates professional engineers.
https://www.ecsa.co.za/default.aspx
OTHER CAREERS TO CONSIDER: Aeronautical Engineering Technician or Town Planning Technician
Is becoming a Metallurgical Engineering Technician the right career choice for me?
