ISCO Specialization 2142.1.4 Geological Engineer
From Open Risk Manual
Definition
Geological Engineer: Geological engineers apply geological knowledge for the assessment of sites, soils, slope stability, sediments and other observable characteristics in the Earth. They integrate this information in the planning and development of projects in those places. They assess and answer questions concerning the geological characteristics of soils by performing research and experiments of the sites aimed to be intervened.
Essential Skills
- Approve Engineering Design
- Environmental Legislation
- Geology
- Use Technical Drawing Software
- Execute Feasibility Study
- Geographic Information Systems
- Advise On Building Matters
- Engineering Processes
- Geological Time Scale
- Ensure Compliance With Safety Legislation
- Mining, Construction And Civil Engineering Machinery Products
- Perform Scientific Research
- Technical Drawings
- Engineering Principles
- Assess Environmental Impact
- Adjust Engineering Designs
- Perform Sample Testing
- Civil Engineering
Optional Skills
- Use Cad Software
- Advise On Construction Materials
- Apply Digital Mapping
- Advise On Waste Management Procedures
- Geophysics
- Oversee Construction Project
- Conduct Field Work
- Study Aerial Photos
- Nuclear Energy
- Use Geographic Information Systems
- Provide Information On Geological Characteristics
- Soil Science
- Develop Geological Databases
- Advise On Geology For Mineral Extraction
- Impact Of Geological Factors On Mining Operations
- Interpret Geophysical Data
- Prepare Geological Map Sections
- Examine Geochemical Samples
- Conduct Land Surveys
- Geochemistry
- Assess Financial Viability
- Collect Geological Data
- Collect Samples For Analysis
Alternative Names
- Geological Technology Engineering Specialist
- Geological Technology Engineering Consultant
- Geotechnical Engineer
- Geologic Engineer
- Geological Technology Engineer
- Geological Technology Engineering Expert
- Geological Technology Engineering Adviser
- Construction Geologist
- Geological Engineering Expert
- Geological Engineering Consultant
- Soil Analyst
- Geological Engineering Adviser
- Site Geological Consultant
- Geological Engineering Specialist
