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Geoscientists

  • Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

Tasks

What tasks do Geoscientists perform?

  • Plan or conduct geological, geochemical, or geophysical field studies or surveys, sample collection, or drilling and testing programs used to collect data for research or application.

  • Analyze and interpret geological data, using computer software.

  • Investigate the composition, structure, or history of the Earth's crust through the collection, examination, measurement, or classification of soils, minerals, rocks, or fossil remains.

  • Analyze and interpret geological, geochemical, or geophysical information from sources, such as survey data, well logs, bore holes, or aerial photos.


Knowledge

What do Geoscientists need to know?

  • Geography

    Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, and air masses, including their physical characteristics, locations, interrelationships, and distribution of plant, animal, and human life.

  • Mathematics

    Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

  • English Language

    Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.


Skills

What skills do Geoscientists need?

  • Reading Comprehension

    Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.

  • Science

    Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

  • Speaking

    Talking to others to convey information effectively.



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