Description of Geology Major

Geology is the study of the Earth, the materials of which it is made, the structure of those materials, and the processes acting upon them. It includes the study of organisms that have inhabited our planet. An important part of geology is the study of how Earth’s materials, structures, processes and organisms have changed over time.

Geologists work in a variety of settings. These include: natural resource companies, environmental consulting companies, government agencies, non-profit organizations, and universities. Many geologists do field work at least part of the time. Others spend their time in laboratories, classrooms or offices. All geologists prepare reports, do calculations and use computers.

Although a bachelor's degree is required for entry level employment, many geologists earn master's and/or doctorate degrees.

B.A. in Geoscience at IU Southeast may be completed in one of two tracks:
 
Geography – students may select one of the following concentrations:
• Human Geography
• Geographic Information Science (GIS)
• Environmental Geoscience
• Physical Geography

Geology

RELATED SKILLS:
Investigation
Computation and technical

Define research problems
Develop research proposals
Measure distances

Develop research models
Review scientific literature           
Establish hypothesis
Summarize research

Perform calculations
Identify materials/specimens
Mathematical modeling

Observe data and things
Gather/analyze data

Prepare technical reports
Design simulations

See relationships in factors
Use technical instruments
Draw meaningful conclusions
Field sampling

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