Geologist

Geologists working in freshwater may be interested in the record of past climates as revealed in sediments. They may study the processes that led to formation of geological features in the Great Lakes region. Some geologists work for oil or mining companies and are responsible for identifying areas that may hold valuable deposits. Geologists may work for universities as researchers and teachers, for state and federal agencies like the U.S. Geological Survey, or for corporations.

Additional Resources Career Profile: Geologist Read a profile of Jane Matty is a college professor (geology and environmental studies at Central Michigan University) who teaches classes, does research, supervises student research projects, and advises students. Geological Society of America Provides a good overview of the study of geology and the range of activities engaged in by geologists. http://www.geosociety.org/educate/career.htm Ask a Geologist Students are able to ask questions of professional geologists on this site. http://walrus.wr.usgs.gov/docs/ask-a-ge.html Michigan Occupational Information System Description of what a geologist does. http://mois.org/scripts/278.HTM Geology Resources Geology related news, books and web resources. http://www.utyx.com/geology

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