Geology

Postsecondary Teacher Geological Technician Mining & Geological Engineer

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

Demand Locally

+4 %

Annual Wage Range

$59,331 – $134,507

Program Level:

Pre-Majors/Transfer

Department:

Natural Sciences

Institute:

Science & Technology

College:

SPC

What is Geology?

Geology is the study of the history of the Earth, in particular, the composition and processes that have shaped our world and continue to do so. Rock formation and the study of the evolution of life by analyzing plant and animal fossils are key components of the geological sciences.

What will I learn?

Students at St. Philip’s will learn the geology terminology, the history of geology as a science, how rocks are formed, and how rock formation processes give insight into the distant past of our world. Courses taken at SPC can be utilized for transfer to a bachelor’s degree program.

What can I do with this course of study?

Many of our students with an interest in geology, transfer into a bachelor’s degree program. This is because a career as a geologist often requires an advanced degree. Work opportunities are diverse, such as environmental consulting, petroleum and mining positions, government agency jobs, and higher education studies.

What's special about Geology at SPC?

Our college offers great instructors, who want every student to succeed. SPC has a strong culture of students first, and our instructors are committed to meeting the students where they are at academically and providing the resources and instructional delivery that fosters academic achievement and helps students perform to meet the high expectations that our instructors strive for.

We have a dedicated tutoring/study laboratory on the second floor of our science building, which is solely provided to allow students to meet with instructors to gain help with their courses. This study center is known as the Byrd Sanctuary and is recognized as a key benefit that SPC students have access to.

For Geology online syllabi, go to Online Syllabus.

SPC has a strong culture of students first, and our instructors are committed to meeting the students where they are academically...