Geological Engineering Technologist
Geological and mineral technologists and technicians provide technical support and services or may work independently in the fields of oil and gas exploration and production, geophysics, petroleum engineering, geology, mining and mining engineering, mineralogy, extractive and physical metallurgy, metallurgical engineering and environmental protection. They are employed by petroleum and mining companies, consulting geology and engineering firms, and by governments and educational institutions as well as by a variety of manufacturing, construction and utilities companies.
Typical Duties:
- Assists engineers and geologists evaluate and analyze petroleum and mineral reservoirs;
- Prepares and analyzes seismic, gravimetric and other geophysical data;
- Configures, maintains, and operates geophysical survey equipment;
- Interprets well log and core data to create geological maps;
- Organizes and conducts geochemical and geophysical surveys;
- Prepares rock, mineral or metal samples for physical or chemical laboratory tests;
- Produces and updates surface and subsurface survey maps at production sites;
- Conducts mineral grade control studies and maintains the relevant databases;
- Undertakes soil and groundwater tests;
- Produces studies related to mine development, mining methods, mine ventilation, lighting, or drainage;
- Assists in the conduct of environmental audits;
- Monitors contaminant migration and dispersal;
- Recommends environmental assessment and remediation techniques;
- Develops waste management and related environmental protection procedures;
- Assists hydrogeologists evaluate groundwater and well circulation;
- Coordinate crew activities during seismic testing;
- Prepares cost and budget estimates for new resource projects;
- Provides logistical services related to resource exploration programs.
Educational Requirements:
Three-year college program in geological engineering technology