ISCO Occupation Group 2114.3 Mineralogist
From Open Risk Manual
Definition
Mineralogist: Mineralogists study the composition, structure and other physical aspects of the earth. They analyse various minerals and use scientific equipment to determine their structure and properties. Their work mostly focuses on the classification and identification of minerals by taking samples and performing further tests, analysis and examinations.
Essential Skills
- Conduct Field Work
- Apply Scientific Methods
- Apply Safety Procedures In Laboratory
- Apply Statistical Analysis Techniques
- Test Raw Minerals
- Implement Mineral Processes
- Geological Mapping
- Process Data
- Scientific Research Methodology
- Operate Microscope
- Advise On Geology For Mineral Extraction
- Operate Scientific Measuring Equipment
- Determine Crystalline Structure
- Examine Geochemical Samples
- Collect Geological Data
- Perform Sample Testing
- Perform Scientific Research
- Perform Laboratory Tests
Optional Skills
- Geology
- Geographic Information Systems
- Use Earth Sciences Tools
- Provide Information On Geological Characteristics
- Impact Of Geological Factors On Mining Operations
- Interpret Geophysical Data
- Minerals Laws
- Separate Metals From Ores
- Collect Samples For Analysis
- Evaluate Mineral Resources
- Petrology
- Geochemistry
- Develop Geological Databases
- Write Scientific Papers
- Model Mineral Deposits
- Sedimentology
- Create Thematic Maps
- Communicate On Minerals Issues
- Label Samples
- Prepare Geological Map Sections
- Collect Data Using Gps
- Geodesy
- Determine Characteristics Of Mineral Deposits
- Develop Scientific Theories
- Assist With Geophysical Surveys
Alternative Names
- Applied Mineralogist
- Offshore Mineralogist
- Mineralogy Expert
- Process Mineralogist
- Process Mineralogy Consultant
- Mineralogy Consultant
- Environmental Mineralogist
