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Geology

Teach courses in the physical sciences, except chemistry and physics. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching, and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Jobs available locally

10,447

Demand Locally

+2 %

Annual Wage Range

$50,894 – $213,199

Assist scientists or engineers in the use of electronic, sonic, or nuclear measuring instruments in laboratory, exploration, and production activities to obtain data indicating resources such as metallic ore, minerals, gas, coal, or petroleum. Analyze mud and drill cuttings. Chart pressure, temperature, and other characteristics of wells or bore holes.

Jobs available locally

216

Demand Locally

+2 %

Annual Wage Range

$30,617 – $78,020

Conduct subsurface surveys to identify the characteristics of potential land or mining development sites. May specify the ground support systems, processes, and equipment for safe, economical, and environmentally sound extraction or underground construction activities. May inspect areas for unsafe geological conditions, equipment, and working conditions. May design, implement, and coordinate mine safety programs.

Jobs available locally

53

Demand Locally

+4 %

Annual Wage Range

$59,331 – $134,507

Program Level:

Degrees, Pre-Majors/Transfer

Department:

Sciences

Institute:

Science & Technology

College:

PAC

What is the geology program?

Geology is the study of the earth. It is a field of study that involves the nature and properties of the materials composing the earth, the processes that continuously change the Earth, and the history and development of the earth during its 4.6 billion year history. The study of geology offers unusual opportunities to integrate knowledge from many disciplines in trying to understand natural earth phenomena.

 

Degrees Offered

Contact Information

Sara Wilkins

Department Chair

210-486-3392

Brazos Hall (BRAZOS 119)

Elizabeth Montgomery

Instructor of Geology

Brazos Hall (BRAZOS 218A)