Bachelor of Science in Geological Engineering - Petroleum, Energy and Natural Resources

As a geological engineer, you might investigate conditions and materials in the earth, work on problems associated with hazards such as landslide stabilization or seismic risk from earthquakes, consult on a wind-power facility, or develop sustainable drinking water supplies. Geological engineers apply earth science principles to engineer solutions for environmental and hazardous waste issues, natural resource protection, energy sustainability and the design of geotechnical infrastructure such as tunnels, excavations, levees, dams and waste disposal sites. Where do geological engineers work: GE's work for federal or state agencies or for construction, petroleum, or mining companies. Many geological engineers today are hired by environmental firms or renewable energy companies. Jobs are available in all parts of the US. Mission Statement It is the mission of the geological engineering program to teach integrated concepts of geology and engineering in such a manner that graduates will graduate as competent, ethical, professional geological engineers. The program is designed to provide background in geological and engineering sciences courses in the lower division which support the applied analysis and design concepts courses taught in the upper division. It is expected that the students will have gained the ability to identify and, through analysis and design, solve problems resulting from the interaction of man’s activities with the geologic environment. The curriculum is intended to blend theoretical concepts with practical application, so as to offer the student a well-rounded education, and to include sufficient discussion and project oriented work with real-world issues to provide the student with a thorough awareness of the graduate’s responsibility to society. Program Objectives and Outcomes Objectives: Graduates will be prepared to serve public and private interests as future professional geological engineers practicing in the state of Missouri, the nation, and international situations; they will be prepared to ultimately achieve the status of licensed engineers. Outcome Group 1: General engineering and science competence. Graduates will be well trained in the fundamentals of general engineering, mathematics, and the sciences; with particular focus on geology and engineering applications. Outcome Group 2: Geological engineering competence. Graduates will acquire a broad knowledge of geological engineering principles and practices and understand what practicing geological engineers do. Outcome Group 3: Problem solving skills. Graduates will have the ability to use mathematics and scientific principles and analytical and other problem-solving skills necessary to systematically solve problems within the environmental, economic, social, political, and professional constraints of society and the geological engineering community, by themselves and in teams. Outcome Group 4: Social skills. Graduates will possess the highest level of personal and professional ethics, have a broad based knowledgeable of humanities and social sciences, and have the communication and personal skills necessary to be leaders and effective members of multidisciplinary teams. Outcome Group 5: Life-long learning skills. Graduates will have the skills and motivation to continue learning throughout their careers. This program is focused on Petroleum, Energy and Natural Resources Along with this specialization you can choose following specializations also: Engineering Geology and Geotechnics Environmental Protection and Hazardous Waste Groundwater Hydrology and Contaminant Transport Quarry Engineering