When I grow up, I want to be a GEOLOGIST !
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When I grow up, I want to be aGEOLOGIST!
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Typical profile of a geologist
• Enjoy the outdoors (hiking, camping, etc.)• Enjoy traveling• Are good in science
– Aren’t afraid of math, chemistry, and physics (used as tools to understand the earth)
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What do geologists do, anyway?
• Work (and play!) outside• Study the earth – not just rocks!• Solve problems
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Geologic hazards -- Reducing the risk
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Ms. Taryn LopezCerro Negro Volcano, Nicaragua (2005)2004 UWEC Geology Alumna
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Engineering Geology
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Engineering Geology
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Environmental Geology
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Hydrogeology
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Hydrogeology
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Exploration Geology
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Mineral resources
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New $60 million EOG sand processing plant in Chippewa Falls
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Petroleum geology
WyomingGulf of Mexico
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Okay, but who hires us?Employers• Environmental consulting firms• U.S. Geological Survey• State Geological Surveys• Forest Service• Department of Energy• U.S. Environmental Protection Agency• DNR• County land conservation offices • Petroleum or mining exploration companies• Teaching – junior high, high school, or college
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Can I get paid to be a geologist?
Average Starting Salaries with BS in geology (2002): $33,000- $47,000
Median annual earnings for geoscientists (2005): $71,600
Source: US Dept. of Labor, Labor Statistics, 2005 Edition
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How does a UWEC geology major prepare me for one of
those careers?
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Geology at UWEC – Course Work
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Geology at UWEC – Course Work
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Geology at UWEC – Research
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Geology at UWEC – Research
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Geology at UWEC – Research