Metallurgical engineering is a discipline that studies the extraction of metals or metal compounds from ores and the making of metallic materials with certain properties. With the continuous progress of science and technology, the field of metallurgical engineering is also developing. For students who want to continue their studies in metallurgical engineering, the postgraduate entrance examination is an important way. This article will introduce the three postgraduate directions of metallurgical engineering to help students make an informed choice when entering graduate school.
1. Metallurgical physical chemistry.
Metallurgical physical chemistry is an important direction of metallurgical engineering, which mainly studies the physical and chemical changes and laws in the metallurgical process. Specifically, it includes the study of metallurgical thermodynamics, metallurgical kinetics, electrochemistry, surface chemistry, etc. This direction requires students to have a solid foundation in physical chemistry and good experimental skills, and be able to apply theoretical knowledge to solve practical problems. After graduation, students can engage in the research, teaching, production and management of metallurgical physical chemistry in metallurgical enterprises, scientific research institutes, colleges and universities.
2. Iron and steel metallurgy.
Iron and steel metallurgy is one of the core directions of metallurgical engineering, mainly studying the production process and technology of iron and steel. Specifically, it includes the pretreatment process of iron ore beneficiation, sintering, pelletizing, etc., the research and optimization of production processes such as blast furnace ironmaking, converter steelmaking, continuous casting, etc., as well as the quality control and development of steel products. This direction requires students to master the basic theories and technological knowledge of iron and steel metallurgy, and be able to use modern scientific and technological means to improve and innovate the steel production process. After graduation, students can engage in the production, design, research and development of iron and steel metallurgy in iron and steel enterprises, design institutes, research institutes and other units.
3. Non-ferrous metal metallurgy.
Non-ferrous metallurgy is an important branch of metallurgical engineering, which mainly studies the production process and technology of non-ferrous metals other than steel. Specifically, it includes the research and development of smelting and processing technologies for non-ferrous metals such as aluminum, copper, zinc, and nickel. This direction requires students to master the physical and chemical properties of non-ferrous metals and the knowledge of smelting technology, and be able to use modern scientific and technological means to improve and innovate the production process of non-ferrous metals. After graduation, students can engage in the research, teaching and production of non-ferrous metal metallurgy in non-ferrous metal enterprises, scientific research institutes, colleges and universities.
Summary: Metallurgical engineering includes three directions: metallurgical physical chemistry, iron and steel metallurgy and non-ferrous metal metallurgy. These directions require students to have a solid theoretical foundation and practical ability, and be able to use modern scientific and technological means to solve practical problems. When choosing a postgraduate direction, students can choose according to their own interests and research directions, and formulate appropriate study plans and preparation strategies based on Xi the actual situation.