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Metallurgical
Metallurgical Engineering
Metallurgical engineers study the properties and characteristics of metals and other materials. They research, develop and monitor the processes for extracting metals from ores, develop new alloys and metals to meet specific requirements, and produce metal and non-metal products.
   
Examples

Metallurgical engineers research, control and develop processes used in the extraction and refining of metals.

Metallurgical engineers:
Use chemistry to separate valuable minerals and metals from surrounding rock
Come up with new metal mixes (called alloys) which are very strong and lightweight
Figure out how to process metals into sheets, fibres or other forms.
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Engineering in your Community

Metallurgical engineers are also involved in the initial evaluation of potential mine sites. If your community lies near metal and mineral deposits, as a metallurgical engineer you could help the band council make decisions regarding mining and mining rights in the area.
   
Aptitude

If you like...
Problem solving  
Exploring rocks and metals  
Working with tools  
Making discoveries  
Working with people  
Helping the environment  
...you might enjoy Metallurgical Engineering
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Universities

If you want to study Metallurgical Engineering you can go to the following universities:
University of Alberta
University of British Columbia
Université Laval
Laurentian University
McGill University
Dalhousie University
   
Role Models

We're always looking for more role models. Do you know an Aboriginal Metallurgical Engineer or scientist who should be featured here? Please let us know by email.
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