M.Tech. (Research) in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering 

at NIT Rourkela, Rourkela

Metallurgical Engineers are also recruited by the DRDO, which is a government organization engaged in defense research and development. DRDO conducts open recruitment examination for candidates who possess a degree from recognized university. They also seek candidates who have one-two years of professional experience. The organization releases notification in case of any requirement or vacancy in the pertinent discipline for positions such as Research Scientist, Technician and Engineer. 

The BTech Metallurgical Engineering syllabus includes both core and elective subjects. The core subjects are a compulsory part of every semester because they give you the foundational knowledge about the field of Metallurgical Engg. The subjects can vary from college to college but some of the general core subjects include:

• Mechanical Behavior of Materials
• Iron and Steel Making
• Phase Transformation and Heat Treatment
• Metal Processing
• Characterization Techniques for Materials
• Corrosion Engineering
• Ceramics and Metal Powder Processing
• Metallurgical Thermodynamics and Kinetics

There are many elective subject choices in the Btech Metallurgical Engineering syllabus. For choosing the best subjects for yourself, you should see if the subject aligns with your career goals, is intriguing and fun to study, the skills that you can gain from the subject, and the current market value.

Once you're clear with these few points, you can go ahead and select the best one for you. Some popular student choices when it comes to the elective Metallurgical Engg. subjects are given here:

• Mineral Processing
• Thin Film Technology
• Engineering Ceramics
• High Temperature Materials
• Composite Materials
• Nanotechnology: Materials & Devices
• Corrosion Protection Methods
• Fuel, Furnace, and Refractories

You can look forward to some extremely promising job profiles after completing the BTech Metallurgical Engg. course with a decent earning potential. Top recruiters only look for the required skill set and knowledge that can lead to increased productivity and generate more profits. Some of the popular career profiles for Metallurgical Engineering graduates are given below

• Metallurgist
• Welding Engineer
• Quality Control Engineer
• Materials and Corrosion Engineer
• Plant Equipment Specialist
• Research Scientist
• Project Manager
• Metallurgical Consultant