Geology Reference
In-Depth Information
Engineering geologist
Geotechnical engineer
First degree geology or other earth sciences
(BSc or MSc)
First degree civil engineering (BEng or
MEng)
MSc in engineering geology
MSc in geotechnical subject (e.g. soil
mechanics or foundation engineering)
5+ years experience and training
Chartered Geologist (straight-forward
route)
5+ years experience and training
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Geological Society of London
Chartered Engineer (Institution of
Civil Engineers)
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Institution of Civil Engineers or Institution
of Mining, Metallurgy and Materials
Chartered Engineer (more dif
cult route)
Distinctive skills at early stage in career development
Knowledge of the fabric and texture of
geological materials and geological structures
and how these will in
Numerate, with sound basis for analysis and
the design of engineering structures
uence mechanical
properties (more so for rock than soil)
Good understanding of mechanics
(more so for soil than rock)
Observation and mapping of geological data
Understanding of project management and
business principles
Interpreting 3-D ground models from limited
information following geological principles
Identifying critical geological features for a
ground model
