Outline of geology explained

See also: Index of geology articles.

The following outline is provided as an overview of and topical guide to geology:

Geology – one of the Earth sciences – is the study of the Earth, with the general exclusion of present-day life, flow within the ocean, and the atmosphere. The field of geology encompasses the composition, structure, physical properties, and history of Earth's components, and the processes by which it is shaped. Geologists typically study rock, sediment, soil, rivers, and natural resources.

Branches of geology

Geology applies primarily to Earth, but can be applied to any planet or extraterrestrial body.

Geology of Earth

Subdisciplines of geology:

Planetary geology

See also:

Principles of geology

Geological processes

Geologic provinces

Geologic provinces based on origin:

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Occupations in geology

The Dictionary of Occupational Titles lists the following occupations in Geology, which it describes as "concerned with the investigation of the composition, structure, and physical and biological history of the earth's crust and the application of this knowledge in such fields as archeology, mining, construction, and environmental impact":^[1]

• • • • • • • • • • • • • Volcanologist
• Engineer, Soils^[2]
• Geophysical-Laboratory Chief (Alternate Titles: Director, Geophysical)^[3]
• Geological Aide (Petrol. & Gas)^[4]
  • • Laboratory Assistant (Petrol. & Gas) (Alternate Titles: Analyst, Geochemical Prospecting; Core Analyst; Laboratory Tester)^[5]

See also

• • American Geophysical Union
• American Geosciences Institute
• European Geosciences Union
• Geological Society of America
• Geological Society of London

External links

• A. Balasubramanian, First edition, July, 2017
• Earth Science News, Maps, Dictionary, Articles, Jobs
• Video-interviews with famous geologists
• "Geology, Importance, Branches, Career in Geology, Indian Education System for a career in Geology
• Geology Buzz: Branches of Geology

Notes and References

1. Web site: 024 OCCUPATIONS IN GEOLOGY . Dictionary Of Occupational Titles . 2011-04-02.
2. Web site: 024.161-010 ENGINEER, SOILS (profess. & kin.) . Dictionary Of Occupational Titles . 2011-04-02.
3. Web site: 024.167-010 GEOPHYSICAL-LABORATORY CHIEF (profess. & kin.) alternate titles: director, geophysical laboratory; engineer, geophysical laboratory; research engineer, geophysical laboratory; superintendent, geophysical laboratory . Dictionary Of Occupational Titles . 2011-04-02.
4. Web site: 024.267-010 GEOLOGICAL AIDE (petrol. & gas) . Dictionary Of Occupational Titles . 2011-04-02.
5. Web site: 024.381-010 LABORATORY ASSISTANT (petrol. & gas) alternate titles: analyst, geochemical prospecting; core analyst; laboratory tester . Dictionary Of Occupational Titles . 2011-04-02.