Description
The branch of science concerned with the study of the chemical and physical properties of metallic elements, intermetallic elements, and alloys.
Alternative labels
metallurgical science
field of metallurgy
properties of intermetallic elements
properties of metallic elements
properties of metals
science of metallurgy
Skill type
knowledge
Skill reusability level
cross-sector
Relationships with occupations
Essential knowledge
Metallurgy is an essential knowledge of the following occupations:
Instrumentation engineering technician: Instrumentation engineering technicians assist instrumentation engineers in the development of control equipment, such as valves, relays, and regulators, which can be used to monitor and control processes. Instrumentation engineering technicians are responsible for building, testing, monitoring, and maintaining of equipment. They use wrenches, beam cutters, grind saws, and overhead cranes to build and repair equipment.
Optional knowledge
Metallurgy is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this knowledge may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
Precision instrument assembler: Precision instrument assemblers read blueprints and assembly drawings to assemble precision instruments such as micrometers, gauges, thermostats and utility meters. They collect the different components and piece them together using hand tools or machinery. Furthermore they calibrate the instruments and test their precision.
References
- Metallurgy – ESCO
