Master of Engineering in Metallurgical Engineering

A qualifying learner at this level is competent in applying specialist knowledge and research methodology in a metallurgical environment thus contributing to the research and development needs of the metallurgical industry and mining community. The qualified person will be able to register with ECSA as professional Technologist.

Descriptive entry level: Capable to describe, explain, compare and distinguish theories, models and approaches to Metallurgical Processes and products. Qualitative evaluation, prediction and calculation of process and product outcomes. The applicant should be in possession of a Higher Education and Training Professional Degree or equivalent (Level 8) in Metallurgical Engineering.

The qualifying learner should have the capability to

• Initiate and execute applied research in a range of metallurgical activities to full completion.
• Function at middle to upper management level in a metallurgical environment.

The qualifying learner should provide evidence of his/her abilities, depending on his/her field of specialisation, through:

1. Research project

• Apply scientific methods.
• Do literature study.
• Collect data.
• Analyse data.
• Evaluate information critically.
• Plan and execute experiments.

2. Design skills

• Calculate, simulate and model processes.
• Predict results.

3. Dissertation writing and presentations

• Communicate effectively in writing.
• Compile a reference citation.
• Present data logically.
• Apply mathematical and graphical skills.
• Present logical discussion/arguments.
• Illustrate lecture /symposium presentation skills.

4. Managerial and leadership skills

• Practice self-motivation.
• Show initiative.
• Plan projects.
• Manage time effectively.
• Practice budget control.

Integrated Assessment

• Formative evaluation through study leadership/guidance.
• Formative/summative panel evaluation of the dissertation.