The world needs professionals who desire to be stewards of the Earth.
At Michigan Tech, dig deep into your studies to understand our planet. Our society needs natural resources. We also have a responsibility to preserve the environment. You can learn how to strike that delicate balance as a geology professional.
Geology is the study of the earth, earth materials, and earth systems; it is a physical and natural science. Geologists inquire into some of humankind’s most enigmatic challenges. Their work sheds light on global concerns including:
- Responsible natural resource development
- Environmental protection
- Global climate prediction
- Land-use planning
- Natural and human-induced hazard investigation and mitigation
- Water-supply maintenance
As a geologist, train to explore and extract minerals or energy resources. Dispose of nuclear and chemical waste and choose the best sites for structures. Study natural hazards, such as volcanoes or earthquakes. Figure out how to lessen their impact on people.
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Tomorrow Needs Adaptable Geology in the Field and Lab
The daily duties of geoscientists, such as geologists, include investigating natural phenomena. Collect data on location, interpret the results in a lab, and write reports. Field studies bring geoscientists to diverse landscapes around the globe. You may find yourself at a volcano, over an ocean, or visiting oil fields. Learn to adapt to a variety of situations and working conditions. Geoscientists must have the ability to develop a picture of a field site based on limited data. Develop sound critical-thinking skills for this discipline.
Emilie Pray on Field GeophysicsField Geophysics was the class that fully cemented the concepts learned in the classroom into real-world applications. Along with practice in technical writing skills and group work in the field, I believe this class has prepared me well for my future career.
