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Metallurgical Engineering (BE)

Course Code: B1188

Metallurgical Engineers are expected to understand the fundamental science of mineral extraction processes and engineering aspects, and operate in an engineering environment, working in the design, commissioning and operation of metallurgical plants.  The Bachelor of Metallurgical Engineering degree provides training in the core areas of extractive metallurgy - mineral processing, pyrometallurgy, hydrometallurgy and process mineralogy.  Units in process control and instrumentation, modelling and simulation, financial management and process economics, and environmental and operational management, bridge the science and engineering disciplines.

Level:Bachelor
Qualification:Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Metallurgical Engineering
Duration:4 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Availability: Murdoch campus (internal)
Some units may also be available in the following locations and attendance modes:
Murdoch campus (external)
Employment Prospects:The degree will allow one to work in the mineral and allied industries including oil and gas, chemical engineering, mineral processing and process consulting. The specific job opportunities include: Metallurgist- Extractive/General; Mineral Processing Engineer; Hydrometallurgist; Pyrometallurgist; Metallurgy/Mineral Processing- Consulting; Metallurgy/Mineral Processing- Research; Chemical/Process Engineer.
Professional Recognition:Engineers Australia provides accreditation guidelines and will commence assessment once the University has its first graduates. Graduates will also be recognised by the Australian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy.

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