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2119-15 Extractive Metallurgist
Researches, develops, controls and provides advice on
processes used in extracting metals from their ores and the
washing, crushing and grading of ore or refining metals.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree
or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is
required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or
licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- studies and applies chemical and metallurgical techniques for
extracting and refining metallic materials from their ores or
concentrates
- coordinates the analysis of samples taken from metallurgical
process streams to ensure safe and economic operation
- advises operations personnel on process changes required to
obtain desired products, processes and quality control
- specifies temperature adjustments, charge mixtures and other
processing variables to obtain pig iron, steel or other metals of
specified quality
- investigates methods of improving metallurgical processes
such as selective oxidation, reduction, electrolysis, and
distillation to extract aluminium, lead, copper, zinc, nickel and
other non-ferrous metals from their ores
- assists with the design and preparation of specifications for
primary and preparation plants
- may prepare cost budgets of operations to evaluate the
economic feasibility of processes
- may supervise and coordinate the work of technicians and
other workers in the extractive process
Specialisations:
Hydrometallurgical Engineer
Pyrometallurgical Engineer
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