Outline of geology

The following outline is provided as an overview of and topical guide to geology:

Branches of geology

Geology applies primarily to Earth, but can be applied to any planet or extraterrestrial body.

Geology of Earth

Subdisciplines of geology:

Planetary geology

See also:

Principles of geology

Geological processes

History of geology

Geologic provinces

Geologic provinces based on origin:

• Extended

Plate tectonics

Occupations in geology

The Dictionary of Occupational Titles lists the following occupations in Geology, which it describes as "concerned with the investigation of the composition, structure, and physical and biological history of the earth's crust and the application of this knowledge in such fields as archeology, mining, construction, and environmental impact":

• Volcanologist
• Engineer, Soils
• Geophysical-Laboratory Chief (Alternate Titles: Director, Geophysical)
• Geological Aide (Petrol. & Gas)
• Laboratory Assistant (Petrol. & Gas) (Alternate Titles: Analyst, Geochemical Prospecting; Core Analyst; Laboratory Tester)

Influential geologists

Geology lists

See also

• American Geophysical Union
• American Geosciences Institute
• European Geosciences Union
• Geological Society of America
• Geological Society of London

References

External links

• A. Balasubramanian, First edition, July, 2017
• Earth Science News, Maps, Dictionary, Articles, Jobs
• Video-interviews with famous geologists
• "Geology, Importance, Branches, Career in Geology, Indian Education System for a career in Geology
• Geology Buzz: Branches of Geology