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Tasks and Duties
- Analyze and interpret geological, geochemical, and geophysical information from sources such as survey data, well logs, boreholes, and aerial photos.
- Plan and conduct geological, geochemical, and geophysical field studies and surveys; sample collection; and drilling and testing programs used to collect data for research and/or application.
- Investigate the composition, structure, and history of the Earth's crust through the collection, examination, measurement, and classification of soils, minerals, rocks, and fossil remains.
- Prepare geological maps, cross-sectional diagrams, charts, and reports concerning mineral extraction, land use, and resource management, using results of field work and laboratory research.
- Locate and estimate probable natural gas, oil, and mineral ore deposits and underground water resources, using aerial photographs, charts, and research and survey results.
- Identify risks for natural disasters such earthquakes, and volcanic eruptions, and provide advice on ways in which potential damage can be mitigated.
- Conduct geological and geophysical studies to provide information for use in regional development, site selection, and the development of public works projects.
- Inspect construction projects in order to analyze engineering problems, applying geological knowledge and using test equipment and drilling machinery.
- Communicate geological findings by writing research papers, participating in conferences, and/or teaching geological science at universities.
- Measure characteristics of the Earth, such as gravity and magnetic fields, using equipment such as seismographs, gravimeters, torsion balances, and magnetometers.
- Test industrial diamonds and abrasives, soil, or rocks in order to determine their geological characteristics, using optical, x-ray, heat, acid, and precision instruments.
- Develop applied software for the analysis and interpretation of geological data.
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This project is supported, in part, by the NationalScience Foundation. Opinions expressed are those of the authors and not necessarily the Foundation
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