Geology

APPLICANT

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The applicant to the Geology program must be willing to work in a group and interdisciplinary manner, both in the field and in the laboratory. The applicant must have good capacity for observation and analysis, to identify and reveal the origin, evolution and cause-and-effect relationships of geological processes both active and fossil. Applicants must be curious and motivated to explore the unknown, and uncover the ignomial, interested in the use of both new technologies and analytical tools used in the study of solid materials (minerals, rocks), liquids and gaseous. Applicants must have a sense of direction and the ability to understand and relate the natural processes that develop on different space-time scales.

GRADUATE

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The graduated geologist from the Universidad Industrial de Santander are able to perform tasks such as:

• Exploration and exploitation of energy resources (oil, gas, coal, uranium, others), using geophysical, stratigraphic, structural and geochemical techniques.
• Elaboration of geological maps at different study scales, using remote sensors and geographic information systems.
• Exploration and exploitation of metallic and non-metallic mineral deposits; water, including surface and groundwater.
• Studies and profit processes of gold, silver, copper, iron, nickel, among other materials of economic interest.
• Research in different areas of geology, such as igneous and metamorphic petrology, organic and inorganic geochemistry, water geochemistry, stratigraphy, structural geology, sedimentology, paleontology, environmental geology, geophysics, geomorphology, among others.
• Interdisciplinary studies with engineers and professionals from other sciences (both basic and applied), aimed at generating and adapting pure and applied knowledge in problem-solving.
• Perform other tasks of the geologist, as stated in Law 9 of September 30, 1974, which regulates the exercise of geology in Colombia.

LABOR

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The UIS geologists are able to perform tasks such as exploration and exploitation of oil, gas, coal; development of geological maps at local and regional scales; prospecting and exploitation of different types of mineral deposits (phosphoric rock, silica sands, emeralds, fluorite, barite, building materials, others); exploration and exploitation of water resources; prospecting, exploitation and profit of metal deposits (gold, silver, copper, iron, nickel, others); research in the areas of igneous-metamorphic petrology, organic geochemistry, water geochemistry, stratigraphy, structural geology, sedimentology, paleontology, environmental geology among others. In addition, they are able to work interdisciplinarity with professionals from other fields of knowledge.

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High-Quality Accreditation: Resolution 573 of 22nd January 2018 of the MEN.

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International Accreditation: Internationally accredited by the non-profit non-governmental organization ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology).

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CONTINUOUS

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The Geology program has implemented a process of continuous improvement that will allow future professionals to have a solid educational foundation with the capacity to manage innovative processes, emerging technologies, and anticipate the welfare and safety needs of the community. With this, students, employers, and society in general will be confident that the program meets quality standards and prepares graduates to enter a global workforce.

Program Educational Objectives

Geology graduates will be able to:

1. Work in the private industry, governmental institutions, as consultants or independent professionals.
2. Apply fundamental knowledge in the different disciplines of the Geology to solve problems framed in the Sustainable Development Goals.
3. Recognize the need to use promote a sustainable use of our Earth resources, and the importance of including a socio-economic and environmental perspective into the geological activities

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Student Outcomes

The program of Geology aims to develop the following student outcomes:

• Approach to the scientific method.

The ability to identify, formulate and solve broadly defined technical or scientific problems by applying knowledge of mathematics and science and/or technical topics in areas relevant to the discipline.

• The Application

The ability to formulate or design a system, process, procedure, or program to meet desired needs.

• The How

The ability to develop and conduct experiments or test hypotheses, analyze and interpret data, and use scientific judgments to draw conclusions.

• Communication

The ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences.

• The Context

The ability to understand ethical and professional responsibilities and the impact of technical and/or scientific solutions in global, economic, environmental and social contexts.

• Group Work

The ability to function effectively in teams that set goals, plan tasks, meet deadlines, and analyze risks and uncertainty.

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