Overview

Geoscientists gather and interpret data about the Earth and other planets. They use their knowledge to increase our understanding of Earth processes and to improve the quality of human life. Their work and career paths vary widely because the geosciences are so broad and diverse.

Career Options

Environmental scientist/specialist; secondary/postsecondary education; geoscientist; geographer; soil/plant scientist; hydrologist; petroleum engineer; geological technician; surveyor; cartographers; photogrammetrist; petroleum technicians; mining/geological engineer; surveying and mapping technician; volcanologist.

Hands-on opportunities to work with genuine specimens.

Related Programs

  • Other physical science courses

Faculty

  • Lori Marchman
     
  • William Seigler

  • Teresa Lalafice (adjunct)

Geoscience

     

    Contact

    Lori Marchman
    Department Chair, Physical Sciences
    lmarchman@wc.edu
    817-598-6277