Geology Reference
In-Depth Information
Usually, the training period prior to successful application is several
years. Large companies and government organisations might well run
in-house training schemes under a nominated supervisor, which
encourages the junior geologist to get the range of experience he
needs. Further details can be found from the Geological Society web
The Institution of Civil Engineers is primarily the governing body for
practising graduate civil engineers in the UK but other disciplines,
including engineering geologists, can join if they can demonstrate
suf
cient engineering in their education, take additional professional
exams and/or have a proven track record of experience. The usual
route is
first degree followed by a period of training to meet a range of
achievements, usually to by signed off by an engineering supervisor
within the employing company. After the period of training, the can-
didate will apply and need to demonstrate his competence in a profes-
sional interview. There are two main grades that an engineering
geologist might aim for:
A.2.3.1 Member
Membership of the Institution of Civil Engineers (MICE) can be
awarded to a wide range of engineers practising in the broad area of
civil engineering
A.2.3.2 Fellow
Fellow is the highest grade of membership of the Institution and may
be awarded to those engaged in a position of responsibility in the
promotion, planning, design, construction, maintenance or management
of important engineering work.
Chartered engineer (CEng) status can be awarded by the ICE or
other engineering institutions. Applicants must be able to demonstrate
their professional engineering experience and managerial skills. They
must have practical knowledge and understanding of the engineering
principles relevant to the disciplines of the Institute. They must also
demonstrate the use of such knowledge to contribute to the design,
manufacture, maintenance, testing and safety of components, devices
and structures, or the control of process plant. Details of the
Engineering Council that administers the scheme can be found at:
http://www.engc.org.uk/
Full details of the ICE, bene
ts and membership requirements are
given at:
http://www.ice.org.uk/Membership.
