Metallurgical Engineering (Honours) University of Johannesburg

Overview

One of the main objectives of this Bachelor in Metallurgical Engineering (Honours) from University of Johannesburg is to develop an advanced capability to conduct research independently and as such promoting a lifelong learning approach. 

The programme is also aimed at unveiling environmental issues in engineering, together with recognition of the role of other disciplines in engineering. Engineers working in public as well as private sector, and professionals with an interest in engineering research will find the programme very beneficial. 

Qualification outcomes

• Identify and analyse problems within the physical metallurgical environment by researching problems creatively and innovatively by applying relevant interdisciplinary knowledge in the chosen field of research.

• Organise and manage him/herself and his/her activities responsibly, effectively and ethically, accept take responsibility within his/her limits of competence, and exercise judgement based on knowledge and expertise, pertaining to the field of research.

• Plan and conduct applicable levels of investigation, research and/or experiments by applying appropriate theories and methodologies and perform appropriate data analysis and interpretation.

• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with specifically research audiences and the community at large, in so far as they are affected by the research, using appropriate data analysis and interpretation.

• Demonstrate, where applicable, environmental sensitivity across a range of environmental contexts in the execution of engineering management research/development activities.