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Most often described as the field hands of science, Geologists are specialists who analyze the Earth; specifically, they hold jobs that analyze the solid aspects of the Earth. By examining the role of the geologist, it is possible to learn more about the geology career paths and jobs that exist in the work force, the salary and wage differences these specialists experience, as well as the contributions that the Geologists, Mineralogists, and other scientists have made and will continue to make in the world and within the realm of science.
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2. History of the Geologist

Geologists are not strictly limited to modern beings. Theophrastus, who lived from 372 to 287 B.C. and who was a student of Aristotle, was considered for millennia to be the ruling authority on geology. His work, Peri Lithon, which translates to mean On Rocks, was translated into a number of different foreign languages, including Latin. Theophrastus’ work and his interpretation of fossils were overturned only after the Scientific Revolution.

Since these ancient times, geology itself has been able to generate a number of answers to important questions. The most important jobs of Geologists in the 1800’s seemed to revolve around the burning desire of mankind to uncover the actual and exact age of the planet Earth. In 1960, the theory of plate tectonics was revealed, which helped to explain the changes of the planet as it grew and changed over time. This theory helped to explain the large scale motions of the lithosphere of the Earth. Despite the fact that the idea of the continental drift had been proposed in 1908 by the geologist Frank Bursley Taylor and expanded upon in 1912, it was not until the theory of plate tectonics was explained that the idea of the continental drift was accepted on a worldwide or mass scale.

3. Schooling

Since the geologist is embarking on future jobs and career options based in science, their workload in school will obviously contain a number of classes that deal with science. In the earlier stages of education, the academic jobs and work of the student would likely include such courses as physics, chemistry, and biology. As the science-minded students progress in their education, their classes will likely evolve to become more detailed and specialized. Some of the more advanced classes future Geologists might encounter include petrology, sedimentology, hydrogeology, mineralogy, and palaeontology.

However, the geologist will not need to be well-versed solely in science. Some other courses that may prove useful to individuals interested in a career based in geology may also include those which are geared towards exploring geographic information systems and other mapping techniques. Later, it will become clear to the students that internships are necessary and educational. Internships will provide a useful look at life as a geologist outside the classroom. For those who are interested, these experiences can provide a glimpse into the everyday life and experiences of a geologist since interns would be required to work under field conditions. Most colleges and universities will give students course credits for internships, but this varies from school to school and credits can be assigned or awarded on a case-to-case basis.

In order to succeed in the field of geology, it is almost a certainty that the individual will need to complete specified coursework and obtain a degree from a college or university. Whether an individual is a geologist or a mineralogist, they will need to have received a proper and refined education. Most individuals do not have the inherent understanding of all that takes part in the science of geology and this helps to explain why college and a higher education is so necessary and useful in this field.

4. Specialized Fields

Geologists are often educated extensively in a particular field in which the individual wishes to be specialized. For example, within the available career paths of Geologists, one can find Mineralogists, geochemists, pedologists, and sedimentologists. There are instances when a geologist will be educated in one or more area of expertise; it is up to the particular geologist how they would like to shape their career.

Choosing a specialty does not just help future Geologists figure out which classes and courses they need to complete in order to get their desired degree. The Earth is a very large area composed of a vast number of solid items. Within the planet there are all different types of minerals, rocks, metals, and other components that make up the Earth.

Geologists do not just study the types of solid items that exist on the planet. They are also able to use science, calculations, and ingenuity in order to help explain a number of different phenomena and situations. For example, if a geologist chooses a career based in palaeontology, the jobs that they would explore would deal with the classification and categorization of fossils. First, palaeontologists would classify the fossil that they have discovered, which can be challenging enough on its own. The fossil, like all living or once-living things, will receive a scientific name. Once this has been determined, the specialized geologist can date the fossil and catalogue the fossil on a timeline of the Earth that is based around the palaeontological history of the planet. This helps to explain when the fossil existed and by utilizing a timeline of the planet, the scientists can help to educate others about the conditions and environments of the Earth at that time.

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