All About Geoscientist Created by The University of North Texas in partnership with the Texas Education Agency Career Information
UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © All rights reserved. 2 Tools They Use: Electromagnetic geophysical instruments Geological Compass Paramagnetic susceptibility analyzers Soil core sampling apparatus Sonar
UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © All rights reserved. 3 Tools They Use: Analytical or scientific software Computer aided design (CAD) software Database user interface and query software Graphic or photo imagining software Map creation software
UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © All rights reserved. 4 Working Conditions : Work at remote field sites Laboratories Offices Physical activity required
UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © All rights reserved. 5 They Work For : Local, State, and Federal Government Universities
UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © All rights reserved. 6 Training Required : High school diploma Bachelor’s Degree On-the-job training Master’s Degree Doctoral Degree JD Degree (Law Degree)
UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © All rights reserved. 7 Skills Needed : Science Critical Thinking Reading Comprehension Writing Coordination
UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © All rights reserved. 8 Skills Needed : Judgment and Decision Making Time Management Active Listening Active Learning Complex Problem Solving
UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © All rights reserved. 9 Knowledge Areas : English Language Geography Mathematics Engineering and Technology Law and Government
UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © All rights reserved. 10 Knowledge Areas : Chemistry Physics Computers and Electronics Public Safety and Security
UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © All rights reserved. 11 What They Do: Search for natural resources Completes field tests Takes field trips to locations with physical activity Conducts laboratory experiments Advise construction companies and the government about building Clean up and preserve the environment
UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © All rights reserved. 12 Income : Median wages: $34.93 hourly $72,660 annually