A Metallurgical and Materials Engineer possesses theoretical and practical knowledge to process minerals, metals, ceramics, and plastics, including recycling, to shape them according to societal needs, with technical and administrative skills and environmental awareness.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES.

Mining and metallurgical companies, including extraction, transformation, mineral concentration, foundries, steelworks, refineries, and recycling.

Metal-mechanical, automotive, ceramics, and manufacturing industries.

Academia, research, and technological development.

Consulting, technical-economic training, and specialized equipment sales.

REQUIREMENTS.

Completed high school education in Physical-Mathematical Sciences, Technological High School, General High School, Chemical-Biological, COBACH, CBTIS, CBTAS.

Pass the Admission Exam, consisting of health, knowledge, psychometric, and EXANI II evaluations.

EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES.

1. Develop professionally by applying knowledge in the design, development, control, and optimization of metallurgical and materials processes.

2. Pursue postgraduate studies and applied research in metallurgical science and materials engineering, staying updated and improving environmental processes.

3. Lead management positions or own a business in metallurgy or materials.

PROGRAM GRADUATE ATTRIBUTES.

1. Identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems in metallurgy and materials.

2. Design, develop, control, and optimize processes.

3. Conduct applied research to adapt, develop, and innovate process technology.

4. Communicate effectively in both oral and written forms, in Spanish and English, to propose solutions to complex problems.

5. Maintain ecological awareness, professional ethics, and make decisions based on positive values, with social and cultural commitment in a global context.

6. Maintain a habit of continuous learning and stay updated with modern engineering techniques and tools.

7. Exercise leadership, manage human, natural, and economic resources effectively, both individually and in multidisciplinary teams.