Assists in the production, quality control, and experimental study of metals. Conduct test on the properties of metals, develop and modify test procedures and equipment, analyze data, and prepare reports. Technician can work in laboratories, mills, or foundries, or in an office.
Certification is required.
Mineral Area College, Southwest Missouri State University, University of Missouri-Rolla. Employment opportunities for metallurgical technicians in metal production should remain good through the year 2000.