Skills by Occupation

apply scientific methods geological time scale prepare samples for testing mathematics cartography apply statistical analysis techniques test raw minerals perform sample testing assist scientific research record test data scientific research methodology collect samples apply safety procedures in laboratory conduct field work write production reports work ergonomically statistics collect samples for analysis execute analytical mathematical calculations operate scientific measuring equipment prepare technical reports collect geological data

archive scientific documentation liaise with geology professionals perform laboratory tests process data maintain cores troubleshoot train employees provide technical expertise apply digital mapping environmental legislation use geographic information systems geophysics create thematic maps plan geotechnical investigations in the field investigate soil stability geology provide information on geological characteristics advise on geology for mineral extraction create GIS reports physics conduct soil sample tests develop geological databases geodesy interpret geophysical data use a computer study aerial photos prepare geological map sections prepare surveying report collect data using GPS negotiate land access assist with geophysical surveys geographic information systems assess environmental impact geochemistry