So You Want To Study Geology?

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  • čas přidán 13. 04. 2021
  • A quick look at the kind of skills and aptitudes you will need if you want to take on a career as an exploration geologist.
    This video is a free introductory segment from the online video training course Fieldcraft for Geologists. The full course is available here: geologyupskill.thinkific.com/...
    Many thanks to the following creators of stock footage and artwork used to illustrate some of the concepts in this video:
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Komentáře • 280

  • @dhutch71
    @dhutch71 Před 2 lety +226

    This is the most realistic and honest description of a career in geoscience that I've seen... quite well done! After taking chemistry and physics in High School, I took Geology 101 as an elective course my first semester in college. After two degrees and a 30-year career as a petroleum geologist (exploration and production) I retired in 2009. Confucius said, "Choose a job you like, and you will never work a day in your life."

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před 2 lety +21

      Thanks. Confucius should have been a geologist!

    • @malulekethabelo617
      @malulekethabelo617 Před rokem +3

      How many subject I will do when I'm doing geology course

    • @83KJack
      @83KJack Před rokem +2

      ​@@GeologyUpSkill😂😂 oh man that was a good one 😜 so what if i just wanna do it as a hobby and not necessarily as a full blown working scientist? I dont have the patience for math, but i love rockhounding and fossil hunting and im pretty good at it and am insterested in learning more about geology from a more i guess, practical standpoint?

    • @nicktate2089
      @nicktate2089 Před 11 měsíci +1

      @@malulekethabelo617 Basic science subjects in first year then basic geology subjects second year then advanced geology and related subjects in third year.

    • @nicktate2089
      @nicktate2089 Před 11 měsíci +1

      @@83KJack Go for it. There are quite a few good geology videos and websites available now and thousands in the rockhounding space.

  • @amageingos1698
    @amageingos1698 Před 2 lety +101

    Hi! I'm from Africa. I never understood why I suddenly became so interested in this field. But I'm just drawn to it. Thanks for expanding my interests in geoscience!

  • @youlube1029
    @youlube1029 Před rokem +28

    There is no more science better than Geology for keeping me grounded, always a rock that catch my eyes.

  • @arazec1014
    @arazec1014 Před 2 lety +52

    This is a fantastic, easy-to-understand, yet thorough explanation of geology. I'm surprised it doesn't have many more views. Thank you!

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před 2 lety +4

      Thanks. Hopefully it will help to guide some students considering what to study at university this coming year.

  • @ScottishDwarf
    @ScottishDwarf Před 2 lety +18

    This video just makes me love this career more, thanks!

  • @kasnarfburns210
    @kasnarfburns210 Před 2 lety +28

    I knew someone in college who became a geologist. She had apparently always been VERY gung-ho about working outside. While I can fully appreciate its importance and why someone might find the field interesting/rewarding, it had NEVER passed my mind to pursue such a field when I was in college. I once entertained the thought of oceanography/ marine science, however, and the two fields could potentially have a lot of overlap.

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před 2 lety

      Horses for courses. That's why I made this video to help students decide.

  • @zekefoxfire2753
    @zekefoxfire2753 Před měsícem +2

    Ive always wanted a field involving discovery, i bounced from yearning to be a archeologist to a marine biologist but geology and the way you've described the career really makes me believe its the right one for me, thanks so much for the video!

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před měsícem

      It certainly has that component in a wide variety of sub-fields.

  • @efetolgauysal
    @efetolgauysal Před 14 dny +1

    Thank you for this informative video, I look forward to more of your videos.

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před 14 dny

      Thanks. There are nearly 100 on this channel now and more in various stages of production.

  • @mikelong9638
    @mikelong9638 Před rokem +10

    Damn Nick, , the guy at 4:37 was actually loosing ground as he was struggling against the rocks sliding sliding down the hill with him. My kind of guy. Great video!

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před rokem +5

      And it's double tough when the air has only half the oxygen at sea level!

  • @johnguif4422
    @johnguif4422 Před rokem +26

    I’m a second year geology student and I’m extremely passionate about my studies. Ore deposits and exploration is my main point of interest. Excellent video! I love your energy and I’m definitely going to explore more of your channel!

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před rokem +2

      Thanks John. It's great to see keen young people taking on a career in geology. It's a career that requires passion!

  • @QuietJane
    @QuietJane Před 9 měsíci +2

    This was super helpful! I've just started going to school again after 10 years in manufacturing. Geology is one of the first classes I signed up for and I'm really enjoying it. It's been nice to see what you can do with the school work.

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před 9 měsíci

      That's great. Geology is more than a job. It's also a lot of fun!

  • @HoboMinerals
    @HoboMinerals Před rokem

    I’m truly enjoying your videos!!! Super subscribed and liking as I watch… Thank you

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před rokem

      Thanks very much. Geology just makes life interesting!

  • @krr94
    @krr94 Před rokem +7

    Im watching this video on my desk while I'm working on Cu greenfield proyect.Tomorrow i'm leaving for 3rd consecutive month to literally the wildest Colombian jungle in the middle of the tropical area. I am a junior exploration geologist and goddamn! i'm proud of me, geology is what I am, and I hope never lost the thrill of looking and finding surprises beneath my feets. Good videosssssss, please keep it up! :)

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před rokem +1

      Great stuff. My aim is to inspire people to love geology. Seems like it's working!

  • @geoffgeoff143
    @geoffgeoff143 Před 4 měsíci +3

    Fantastic! I have been told by geologists, I missed my calling. I am too old to starg a new career now so instead it is my hobby. When I make a personal learning discovery, it is exciting. Even if the rest of tbe world already knows. Nowdays, there is sooo much quality info online. Thankyou to all the people like yourself that take the time to make it available. I really look forward to seeing new videos from you. Quality plus Australian.

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před 4 měsíci

      Thanks very much. I still learn something every time I go into the field. That's whatkeeps it interesting!

  • @paulburrell4120
    @paulburrell4120 Před 3 lety +21

    Agree. Always feel privileged to be paid to work in exotic places off the beaten track

  • @krazyjey
    @krazyjey Před rokem +12

    As a mountain biker, i became a student in geology at 50 years old, the amount of information gathered and analysis in one year made me a knowledgeable and interesting rider to be around.. I corrected many locals guy and taught them basic principles about the area. My favourite answer is always starting with ," as a geologist we think ......." and i analyse the traffic with them.
    Yesterday the marshall of the mountain spent 1 hour with me when i explained to him that mountain, the soil, the rocks and, the original name of that place and plug them together... I am in cape town and it s not very easy to accuratly describe to the locals , their area, and Names of intrusive batholith and lacolith and original names . I do with a smiling confidence.
    Most of my local friends ask me if that rock is special or no. I always tell them , that they should tell me about it, no me as i am a foreigner. Geology is an open book , a passion for life. Tonight i am on my microscope and watch youtube with a pen and paper.

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před rokem +1

      Part of what I'm trying to do here is to show the general public how closely geology is tied into every part of their daily life. If you make that connection, most people suddenly find rocks a lot more interesting!

    • @krazyjey
      @krazyjey Před rokem +2

      @@GeologyUpSkill absolutly, rocks rock !! i collection them and advise to people to hold them in their both hands for healing, cooling or feel grounded. My cats love them too . My collection is growing . I have so far...Komatiite, Petrified wood , Kimberlite , Carbonado black D, (yes) and different crystal and minerals. I became specialist in architecture, repair and maintenance on granite, limestone, marble, travertine and more. That is not a job, it is a passion in my element .Thank you for your superbe channel.

  • @claudiosalas6026
    @claudiosalas6026 Před 2 lety +19

    This is a very inspiring video! So proud to be a geologist and be able to study and understand our Earth!

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před 2 lety +1

      It's the best job in the world IMHO.

    • @anamikasunil4050
      @anamikasunil4050 Před 2 měsíci

      Please tell me about full details... Is easy to study?? Please tell me

  • @banana6837
    @banana6837 Před 8 měsíci +5

    I’m not planning on becoming a geologist but I am required to take geology 1 and 2 in my university studies as it’s part of the job I’m planning to get in to which is an engineering degree with specialisation I’m mountains, mining and explosives is a way to summarise it, I am just starting to learn and as of yet is is still incredibly interesting and I’ve got around 3 and a half years left of studying but I’ve got high hopes, thanks for this.

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před 8 měsíci +1

      There is a legedary divide between engineers and geologists. The world would be a better place if both disciplines had to study a little of the other side at university!

  • @virgo714
    @virgo714 Před rokem +4

    I love the outdoors 🫶🏻🫶🏻 Im looking forward for my classes 🤗🤗

  • @aoconnor2933
    @aoconnor2933 Před rokem +10

    You just got me a little more excited about the academic journey I'm on! Thank you for this video!

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před rokem +1

      That's great. It's hard not to get excited about this job :)

  • @FredWilbury
    @FredWilbury Před 8 měsíci +1

    So I carried on looking and found this great video. Thanks

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před 8 měsíci

      Thanks. Persistence is a key quality for good geologists!

  • @TrippNessa
    @TrippNessa Před 9 měsíci +5

    This is a very good video, and to be honest I don't think this is a career I should consider. I appreciate how candid you were about everything.

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před 9 měsíci +2

      It isn't for everyone, but still good if everyone understands a little more about what we do and why.

  • @alliepebbles276
    @alliepebbles276 Před rokem +1

    Wonderful I can't wait to show students!

  • @abdallayoonis5823
    @abdallayoonis5823 Před rokem +1

    Geology is the science that I am interested in in the future to learn more and add more, thank you.

  • @stevendgrissom1968
    @stevendgrissom1968 Před 2 lety +4

    I want to do this. I'm going to do this.

  • @nofluxgivengaming
    @nofluxgivengaming Před rokem +8

    I'm an environmental geologist, but I really enjoyed this video.

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před rokem +4

      That's the great thing about geology. There's a flavour for everyone!

  • @geoffgeoff143
    @geoffgeoff143 Před 2 lety +17

    I love petrology. I love figuring out how stuff works and that includes Earth.

  • @seanhanley3421
    @seanhanley3421 Před rokem +1

    Thank you 🙏🏼

  • @ianblease9316
    @ianblease9316 Před rokem +1

    The Grasberg mine story is incredible, field geology at it's finest

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před rokem +1

      The discovery story, the geology of the orebody and the fights for control are all feature film scripts in the making!

    • @ianblease9316
      @ianblease9316 Před rokem +2

      @@GeologyUpSkill Definitely an epic endeavour

  • @user-tt9iq6jq9c
    @user-tt9iq6jq9c Před rokem +4

    Thank you for this video! I’m very interested in geology it seems to be the only thing I will study on my own 😅

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před rokem

      If geology is your passion, work will seem like play :)

  • @ghostduck1938
    @ghostduck1938 Před 2 měsíci +1

    I spent a lot of my life telling myself I could never be a scientist because of my learning disabilities, but I’m about to go to college and I’m realizing I’m not as bad at school stuff as I thought I was. I like science and I’ve worked hard at getting better. I don’t know if I’ll go into geology or other forms of science but I might give it a shot and this video was helpful.

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před 2 měsíci

      You dont have to be a genius. If you are good at seeing patterns in nature then geology might be a good fit.

  • @Jack7wn48f6
    @Jack7wn48f6 Před 19 dny +1

    15 right now and always had perfect scores for geology and liked it. I also love exploring the world. So i think it outweighs the cons

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před 18 dny

      If you enjoy what you do, you'll never work a day in your life :)

  • @yangliu8486
    @yangliu8486 Před 2 lety +1

    I'm a college,student from China, thanks for your video sir, it helped me understand geology briefly!

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před 2 lety

      Great. I hope it helps you to decide on a career path.

  • @wadoid4239
    @wadoid4239 Před rokem +5

    I finished high school a year ago and I graduated from geography also. Currently learning to become a vet assistant (I chose this because I didn't really have any idea what do I want to study later) and I'm into geology like I've never before. I want to study it but I don't know if I've got what it takes since I was bad at chemistry, math wasn't my favourite subject and I didn't care much about physics either. Now I regret for not paying attention and studying hard.

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před rokem +5

      If it really inspires you, all of those things can be overcome. You don't have to be a great mechanic to drive a car well.

  • @sanskriti8740
    @sanskriti8740 Před rokem +1

    You are inspiring sir that's all I will say until I become someone significant to visit you in person with some of the specimens that might interest you
    Respect from India 🙏

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před rokem

      Thanks. Specimens are the best way to learn and to teach.

  • @gunner_melon445
    @gunner_melon445 Před 3 měsíci +2

    This makes me want to do it even more

  • @littlebigcomrade
    @littlebigcomrade Před rokem +7

    I do have an interest in geology but moreso geography, I am currently trying to combine art (graphic design) and GIS as a potential career, because I love the visual aspect and I feel not many people have combined those two fields much. I am going to take a course evaluating what I want to do as a career to see if I can make it work. This video was very helpful, thank you for making the world a better place.

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před rokem +1

      That sounds like a good approach. If you identify what you are good at and how you can make a career out of it, then work will be fun.

  • @granvillestout2681
    @granvillestout2681 Před 5 měsíci

    An inspiring video.😄

  • @Nte67
    @Nte67 Před 3 měsíci +1

    And I currently don't have any experience in the field that's why I'm seeking this opportunity to navigate the journey of having a good career as a Geologist. Thank you

  • @simonsadler9360
    @simonsadler9360 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Lots of copper in Poland easily found because of one special plant that lives nearby .
    I find all science interesting , the rate of a pendulum variable because of the force of gravity varies 2 Pi root L over g & a long pendulum show earth rotation . I studied Machine tools ,then worked at a place that made radio push button tuners & at Plantpack Mundon essex vac & pressure forming of seed trays & until I retired to move to Spain at 58 worked at Calorex heat pumps in Maldon Essex elec circuit designer , then later with my friend Peter Montague the plumber installed "No leak "A/ C .2 Lathes here , just love Engineering . Was Apprentice at long gone Cromptons in Chelmsford in the measurement section R & D 62 to 65 m we had free University education at Chelmsford poly technic gained my BSc .Hope this is not too boring , but engraved on a brass plare above our door was our motto still used today " Necesitat non habet legem "

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před 4 měsíci

      Have you seen my video about Australian copper plants? czcams.com/video/F7nN8mU32sA/video.html

  • @pastagone
    @pastagone Před 3 měsíci +1

    thank you uncle, I really appreciate your hard work in making this video, actually, I probably will enter the Geology major so that's why I searched about it

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před 3 měsíci

      Thats great. It can be a very rewarding career.

  • @williamseaton6730
    @williamseaton6730 Před 10 měsíci +2

    Most geologists end up in environmental consulting, water resources, support for engineers, teaching, or other pursuits that often do not involve much of what is presented in this video. Full-time Exploration Geologists are kind of rare. Their jobs are often temporary. You have to be drawn to projects that tend to be risky but with high reward. Not for the faint of heart. Visionary people with some discipline. Many exploration geologists would work for free (if they could) because it is that cool, fun, exciting, and rewarding. Pedal down folks, the phone is ringing........

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před 10 měsíci +1

      It certainly isn't the career for everyone, but there are lots of options for people with the right stuff.

  • @naylaraissa
    @naylaraissa Před 2 lety +2

    this looks fun

  • @rubycarlile2420
    @rubycarlile2420 Před rokem +1

    I'm in!

  • @yasingunaydiin
    @yasingunaydiin Před rokem +4

    Great video. Do you think a 4th year translation student who has been interested in maps since childhood can slowly do something in this field?
    I have a whole life ahead of me, why stick to one thing? :)

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před rokem +3

      Plenty of people take up geology after studying something else. Translation might be good because geology is basically reading the language of the earth written in stone ;)

  • @butterofthepeanut3444
    @butterofthepeanut3444 Před 2 lety +11

    This makes me want to become one really badly now, currently I am applying and calling universities to see which courses are the best for this career.
    Edit: that sounded kinda like im jumping into it but Ive been thinking about it for a while now

  • @Nte67
    @Nte67 Před 3 měsíci +1

    I studied Geology and am currently running my masters in environmental geology

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před 3 měsíci

      Fortunately there are many branches of geology to fit a wide variety of characters.

  • @QuakingShaka
    @QuakingShaka Před 2 lety +5

    I’m a geologist from Canada, been working in min-ex for a few months now. My dream is to work in Australia

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před 2 lety +1

      Australia is a great place to work and there is a big demand for geologists now. It's a pity international travel is so difficult.

  • @chuckinchina6926
    @chuckinchina6926 Před 9 měsíci +2

    I was originally going to double major in geology and a foreign language, but ran out of money and time so I settled for a minor instead. In graduate school I was able to research a field of my choice, as long as I conducted my research in Chinese, I chose to research water issues in rural China. I was planning on continuing to study hydrology in China, but my plans were cut short by the pandemic, and also a desire to work to provide a future for myself and my fiancee. For now I have a comfy job as an English teacher, but I just had a conversation the other day with my fiancee, and she is encouraging me to continue my studies. I think she's right. So I'm planning on working for a few more years, and then going back to school to finish what I started. I've been thinking it might be a good idea to get some books and do a little self-study in my free time, just to refresh my memory on things, anyone have any recommendations?

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před 9 měsíci +1

      Geology is a less stable source of income than teaching, but if you love what you do, there is always a way.

    • @toriholliday6887
      @toriholliday6887 Před 7 měsíci +1

      you got this!!!!

  • @higftr953
    @higftr953 Před 2 měsíci +1

    I know be a geologist it's not easy, but on my deep heart say , i Will enjoy it, and i love it. My heart beating when i heard, feel, or saw about geology, it's like i always beating when i find my crush, and now i know, geology it's my crush!

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před 2 měsíci

      If you love what you do. You will never work a day in your life.

  • @m.t.vandersmookie1150
    @m.t.vandersmookie1150 Před 2 lety +2

    I’m in 8th grade and I really wanna be a geologist so thx for the video

  • @simonsadler9360
    @simonsadler9360 Před 4 měsíci

    I live in Spain in the village of Gaianes & often find small limestone rocks with a gold glitter & what must be Qwartz cristal , the mountain to the north is Benicadell ,Arabic for son of the beneficent & surely is ,we have very cheap hard water ,& underground seepage for our olive trees , a bumper harvest on Roman built terraces the ones high up on the mountain level to within 3 cm , the best olive oil in the world sweet & low acid & in Small quantities drinkable . Olive trees originated from Syria. Brought her by Roman sailors , one variety that we cant get is one that when ripe is sweet & apart fron the seed is edible .An interesting Geological question , how did olive trees sudden become .Olive flowers are fertilised by a tiny fly .When I lived in Holland on sea , mum still alive & stepfather too , in the garage was a cracked in half meteorite he found on a Maidstone park , goldish colour the size of a small sausage ,
    The periodic table of elements is growing due to finds in meteorites !

  • @12marshy1
    @12marshy1 Před 2 lety +8

    My step daughter is very interested in the geology. As my background is in the resource industry I am a hundred percent behind her she is only in high school but is looking for future education where she can meet her Gold's and dreams becoming a geologist.

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před 2 lety +1

      Great. This is a great time to study geology. There are lots of jobs in many sectors for this profession now and for the future.

    • @alvinlevie9109
      @alvinlevie9109 Před 2 lety

      You guys are helping destroy the earth:)

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před 2 lety +2

      We are all part of the resource matrix. We drive cars, we use phones, we live in houses we eat food from mechanized farms. All of those things consume mineral resources. The challenge is how to do that with the least impact possible and geologists in many disciplines are at the front end of that challenge.

    • @alvinlevie9109
      @alvinlevie9109 Před 2 lety

      @@GeologyUpSkill what geology disciplines are environmentally friendly?

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před 2 lety +4

      @@alvinlevie9109 Marine geology and Sedimentology are the frontline for climate research before human records began. Mineral exploration geologists are the front line finding resources of lithium, copper and a host of other metals that are required to build low carbon energy systems and infrastructure.

  • @Rijaswaan
    @Rijaswaan Před měsícem +1

    Yes yes yes❤❤❤

  • @adahripfoze
    @adahripfoze Před 2 lety +1

    Very interesting presentation... It seems you are leaning on Quartz ribs/Dolostone or dolomite.

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před 2 lety

      The outcrops at the start of the video are actually gossans after serpentinite ultramafic rocks. They have strong carbonate alteration which makes a similar weathering pattern to dolomitic rocks.

  • @alray8982
    @alray8982 Před rokem +1

    I've got 1 year to choose my lifepath. I'm extremely passionate about mountaineering, climbing, the outdoors and mountains. I'm a science lover and am in love with maps. Would this be a great field to be out in the wilderness on a daily basis? If so what are some great colleges to choose from? (Europe/America)

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před rokem

      Sounds like you have a great combination of skills and passion for exploration geology. The best college is the one with the most enthusiastic people. Look at their websites to see what the people are working on and then email the people who work on projects you like. Go to the college where you get the most enthusiastic response.

  • @strat2tele
    @strat2tele Před 10 měsíci

    So I love to look on google earth for signs of ancient waterlines, waterways, looking at sand dunes trying to figure out if they were formed by water or wind, trying to find the remnants of ancient flooding or weather events. Is there a term for ancient or historical geology or does the understanding of the past state of our planet tie right in to geology as a whole? Also you have a new subscriber and lifelong fan with me. Cheers from Maine

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před 9 měsíci

      Thanks very much! What you are describing is probably closer to paleogeomorphology, but that merges with geology as the rocks get older.

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před 9 měsíci

      You might enjoy this video about some mud cracks preserved for around 200 million years! czcams.com/video/6nxhOzg0crs/video.html

  • @ascendseraph7834
    @ascendseraph7834 Před 2 lety +9

    just started my first semester and I'm 21. Hoping I can graduate and do this type of work

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před 2 lety +8

      Hope you enjoy the study and your future career. The best job in the world!

    • @tactical12
      @tactical12 Před 2 lety +1

      I started college as an engineer and realized it wasn’t for me and I wanted to go into a science. So I picked Geology and I’ll be graduating with my degree in a year. Geology has SO many different career options from Exploration to Gemologist, you could even work at a museum. I’m going to be working in the mining sector. Depending on your school the geology courses are small so you can really get to know your professors. Don’t give up and you’ll enjoy it, I Do!

  • @historicalfacts7609
    @historicalfacts7609 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Geography and geology is so related

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před 8 měsíci

      There is good reason that they share the same prefix.

  • @aleccsandra
    @aleccsandra Před rokem +1

    Hello!
    I have been documenting myself about this domain, geology, and I come to realise this is something I want to pursue. Although, I want to know, what is the most notable difference between engineering geology and geology? And which one you think its the most interesting? Thank you ! :)

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před rokem

      Engineering geology is mostly to do with the physical properties of rocks where they are involved in various construction type projects. Geology is pretty much everything else to do with understanding how rocks formed and what they can tell us about the past and future. Exploration Geology (my field) is about finding mineral resources in rocks.

  • @elliotfryatt454
    @elliotfryatt454 Před rokem +1

    I’m currently studying geology and astrophysics at uni in the UK. I love geology, more specifically planetary geology; however I don’t know of anyone who knows the specifics about this field of geoscience…

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před rokem +1

      It's not my field either, but it is becoming progressively more popular as we send more vehicles with more and better sensors to other planets and other celestial bodies. Some of them are now bringing back samples that give us a unique perspective on the world, the universe and everything!

  • @aiden19
    @aiden19 Před rokem +1

    I want to become geologist, I was interested in it from my childhood, I hope i would get into it.

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před rokem

      I hope you succeed. It is a very interesting career that can take you anywhere you want to go.

  • @bigdog4166
    @bigdog4166 Před rokem +1

    Great video how would you suggest someone to learn about geology by themselves before they delve into actually becoming a geologist to make sure its the right carrer for them and they enjoy it.

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před rokem

      There are some good introductory geology videos on youtube now for many branches of geology.

  • @bruceanderson7762
    @bruceanderson7762 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Thx...I was there about 60 years ago...if I live to 120...might make it yet.

  • @Adventist811
    @Adventist811 Před rokem +2

    This is amazing,I want to study geology at Oxford university

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před rokem

      Go for it. We need more geologists!

    • @matthewrayner571
      @matthewrayner571 Před měsícem

      This is a year late, but go for it!
      I'm at Cambridge at the moment and have been sidetracked from what initially seemed like a career in physics by the allure of the rocks. I've never been happier. Let me know if you make it!

  • @m.t.4018
    @m.t.4018 Před rokem +2

    I am a sophomore in highschool.
    In my junior and senior years, I plan on taking HL Computer Science, HL Chemistry, HL Geography, SL AA Math.
    Are these good choices if I were to be in the field of geology? Would universities accept this even if I don't take HL Math?

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před rokem

      Check with the universities where you might study and ak what the requirements are for entry. My undergraduate university required physics, chemistry and maths to enter their geology degree course.

  • @dribanlycan
    @dribanlycan Před rokem +1

    i just really like rocks and also learning things

  • @dawnrock2391
    @dawnrock2391 Před 2 lety +8

    Hey, I was really wondering - is it possible to keep a relationship? It seems hard to be separated for long times. I would love a job like that, and the one thing I'm concerned most about is the relationship with a partner.

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před 2 lety +7

      That is a tough side to the job, particularly in the exploration sector where work rotations tend to be longer and sites tend to be more remote. With that said, most sites these days have reasonable internet connectivity which makes video calls possible and that is a real savior for relationships. Geology jobs in mining and other sectors tend to have much shorter rotations now so family life is not quite so disjointed.

    • @dawnrock2391
      @dawnrock2391 Před 2 lety +1

      @@GeologyUpSkill late reply, but thanks so much for the information!

  • @kasnarfburns210
    @kasnarfburns210 Před 2 lety

    I gather the narrator is Australian. There was a geologist featured in a recent documentary -- Picture A Scientist -- which was very interesting albeit the thrust of the documentary was a TOTALLY separate subject.

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před 2 lety

      Yes, I am an Australian. It would be interesting to see how CZcams's auto caption generator handles my accent!

  • @valkyriereader
    @valkyriereader Před 10 měsíci +2

    Is it very difficult to find a job more specific to seismology or volcanology?

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před 10 měsíci +2

      Most of those jobs are in academia, but there is an increasing demand for them in the risk assessment area for government organizations and insurance companies, particularly if you have some other qualifications or experience to broaden your knowledge.

  • @pandictilypandictily8824

    Sounds like a fit...

  • @adamhilverts1429
    @adamhilverts1429 Před rokem +1

    Thank you for posting this, Geology is a passion of mine so far i've yet to do the studies for it being 27 is it to late to study?
    I have so many stones that i just collected that are so strange here in Ipswich QLD some of them magnitise to things and others look like they've been bubbled over some have shells with it almost looks like petrified wood or bone with shells inside of them aged corrosion and blue and have holes all over the surfaces of them. some of them look so strange i was just wondering if you'd be able to help me identify them, if there's a place i'm able to contact you or someone here in Ipswtich i really think this is something, and the passion just keeps me diggin somewhere i know no research about but assured that there's more. i'd love to see what these are, because there's flakes and glimmers throughout most of these stones but its not gold nor silver but shines like steel in the sun. my first thought was a meteor but i ruled that out because i guess its near impossible to find but the magnetized large rocks sway my convincing prediction of a meteor

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před rokem

      27 is not too old to study geology if it is your passion. I studied with several "mature age" students at university. Their more worldly perspective gave them some advantages over us greenhorns. All of the rocks and minerals you describe (including the magnetic ones) are formed by earth processes. No meteorite required, as you will discover if you study geology!

    • @gpsguidedsimpson
      @gpsguidedsimpson Před rokem

      27 too old? haha
      I’m 62 and i’m studying geology.
      but in books and internet mostly.
      i’m always wandering in the woods anyway i might as well do something useful there since i don’t fish or hunt.
      i often drag my 89 year old dad with me
      too he also not to old

    • @gpsguidedsimpson
      @gpsguidedsimpson Před rokem

      i don’t know about your part of the country, but here you can take your rock to the local prospectors club or meeting.
      they love show and tell on rocks .
      Don’t be surprised if you get two different answers though.

  • @laosgpsmap7494
    @laosgpsmap7494 Před 3 lety +7

    Excellent work! I wanna be a Geo

    • @simonsadler9360
      @simonsadler9360 Před 4 měsíci

      Depends where you are , just in my Valencian community 38,450 free University places & believe me such intelligent students discoveries that will save lives the Valencian region has more mountains than all in Europe ,by calculations of Ave length width & height of limestone there are hundreds of trillions of limestone Rock .In the NW of the Valencian province is an extinct volcano thar sill pumps out hot mineral spring & people pay to use & l believe the separate water I'd drinkable ! Our world is a marvel !

  • @nibiruresearch
    @nibiruresearch Před 2 lety +3

    I know of a missing link in the education of geologists. When we look at the many horizontal layers that we find throughout our planet, we clearly see the effect of a repeating cataclysm. These disasters are mentioned in ancient books like the Mahabharata of India and the Popol Vuh of the Mayans and others. They tell us about a cycle of seven disasters that separate the eras from the world. Certainly, regularly recurring global disasters cannot be caused by asteroid impacts or volcanic eruptions. The only possible cause is another celestial body, a planet, orbiting our sun in an eccentric orbit. Then it is close to the sun for a short period and after the crossing at a very high speed it disappears into the universe for a long time. Planet 9 exists, but it seems invisible. These disasters cause a huge tidal wave of seawater that washes over land "above the highest mountains." At the end it covers the earth with a layer of mud, a mixture of sand, clay, lime, fossils of marine and terrestrial animals and meteorites. They also create a cycle of civilizations. To learn much more about the recurring flood cycle and its chronology, the re-creation of civilizations and ancient high technology, read the e-book: "Planet 9 = Nibiru". It can be read on any computer, tablet or smartphone. Search: invisible nibiru 9

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před 2 lety +3

      Testing of theories like that is precisely what geologists do. The evidence is in the rocks. If you are keen to find the real answers for yourself, then I recommend that you study geology!

  • @_Aloyaa__
    @_Aloyaa__ Před 2 lety +1

    I'm a general Geologist and stuck.. Wanna do MA but I'm still not sure about the niche or the major i want
    In the same time I'm a girl who lives in a community that girls can't do jobs like exploration

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před 2 lety +1

      That's a tough one. There are lots of opportunities for exploration geologists around the world now, but travel issues are making it difficult to take advantage of them. I would always advise students to pursue what interests them. If your job is interesting, it will always be easy.

  • @parbinnnpandey49
    @parbinnnpandey49 Před 2 lety +2

    In which countries there is demand of geologist sir?
    Can you give your views regarding geoscience in master's degree?
    Your regular follower😊

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před 2 lety +1

      Companies based in Australia, Canada and US are the most active, but they have projects in many countries. The most important thing is which countries you can travel to most easily.

  • @samsue1224
    @samsue1224 Před rokem +1

    Sign me up
    Great vid, thanks

  • @thatnormalguy9
    @thatnormalguy9 Před rokem +2

    2:48 i died. the delivery is too wild

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před rokem

      That's the aim of the video to help people decide if geology is the career for them.

  • @qyz3517
    @qyz3517 Před rokem +2

    I have a question that is related to geology.
    Q) give me 5 most active areas that is 50 to 50km

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před rokem

      If you draw a 50km circle around the largest mines, that will be a close approximation.

  • @snoosebaum995
    @snoosebaum995 Před rokem +1

    how often do you use calculus in your work ?

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před rokem +2

      Not at all, but I understand how it works so that helps me to understand when I'm talking to an engineer or assessing a calculated resource.

  • @akshayashanmughansayashan3455

    I'm a Bvoc Software Development graduate I want to become a Geologist. What should I do? Is it possible to do PG in Geology?

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před rokem

      It depends on the education system where you are. There are lots of opportunities for people with software skills in the geo industries now.

  • @pablomendez5410
    @pablomendez5410 Před 2 lety +2

    So I think this career is made by fate, because my first actual job is utility locating and really opened my eyes to this field so how do I involve into it lol

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před 2 lety +1

      Studying geology at university is usually the way to go and choosing subjects that reflect the parts of geology that interest you most.

  • @patrickschreiber6067
    @patrickschreiber6067 Před 2 lety +1

    How would you assess the possibilities of a European graduate student geologist to find a job in the mining industry in australia?

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před 2 lety

      If you can get here, you are hired!

    • @patrickschreiber6067
      @patrickschreiber6067 Před 2 lety

      @@GeologyUpSkill no kidding ?
      i just did my master but is was more focused on oil and gas. i i actually have lived in australia before, just as a backpacker though. Since then i fantasised about emigrating ....
      so, let's suppose i just pack my things and fly to australia, drop off my c.v. at a, let's say, rio tinto office and i would be hired without much ecperience ? sounds too good to be true haha.
      also, isn't there a policy that open positions have to be filled by austrlians first or if no australian citizen applies, only then foreigners are considered ?

    • @nickgeomap
      @nickgeomap Před 2 lety +1

      @@patrickschreiber6067 It would probably be a good idea to contact a few of the geological contracting agencies first. They are very hungry for people with a geology degree right now.

    • @patrickschreiber6067
      @patrickschreiber6067 Před 2 lety

      @@nickgeomap I assume you are an aussie? :D
      Could you name a few?

  • @jeetghosh8860
    @jeetghosh8860 Před 2 lety +1

    I'm studying statistics,can I switch to geology anyhow anytime soon?

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před 2 lety

      Ask your student representative or head of department. It will depend on the prerequisites for eac course at your university g.

  • @dhachubts499
    @dhachubts499 Před rokem +2

    I want join in nasa and I Hava a degree in geology what's are the careers available for this degree in nasa?

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před rokem

      Planetary geology is a thing and NASA employs lots of them.

  • @mosuahassn3922
    @mosuahassn3922 Před 2 lety

    What is the salaty of the gelogest in US /texass

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před 2 lety

      I don't have any experience working in salaried positions in the US. Can someone else help with an answer?

  • @dd_chanelfor_success
    @dd_chanelfor_success Před rokem +1

    What is planetary geologist and what they do 🤧

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před rokem

      They study the rocks and minerals from planets and asteroids to try and understand how and when they formed. This field of study provides very useful information on how and when the Earth formed.

  • @bassguitarislife3419
    @bassguitarislife3419 Před 2 lety +1

    0:54 “it’s Nutella” 😆

    • @nicktate2089
      @nicktate2089 Před 2 lety

      Yep. You have to learn the taste test!

  • @Nte67
    @Nte67 Před 6 měsíci +1

    I want to connect with you I love what you doing i really want a mentor in this field. Thank you

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před 6 měsíci

      I have done some in person mentoring in the past, but I found I could reach a lot more people by making videos. I still do some ad-hoc face to face training during my consulting work for clients if they have young geologists on the team.

  • @sirephraimsfamily4564
    @sirephraimsfamily4564 Před rokem +1

    am a geologist and would like someone to link me with any geology company please, will apreciate🙏🙏

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před rokem

      I suggest that you start using LinkedIn if you aren't already. It is a good place to see what companies ore active on projects that might suit you.

  • @SenorTucano
    @SenorTucano Před rokem +1

    2:00oh god Mount Isa…. Make it stop!

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před rokem

      When you're in Mt Isa it seems like a big mine, but when you fly out, you realize what a tiny dot it is in the australian landscape and it's amazing to think of all the human benefits that have come out of that tiny dot over the last century.

    • @SenorTucano
      @SenorTucano Před rokem

      @@GeologyUpSkill the best thing about Mount Isa is seeing the striped smoke stack receding in your rear view mirror

  • @gxy_senpaii
    @gxy_senpaii Před 3 měsíci +1

    Its like discovering ourself heheh

  • @RohitYadav-kw1bc
    @RohitYadav-kw1bc Před 2 lety +2

    Sir I'm in India right now
    But there no scope in geology
    So I think I go in abroad for studies
    Please tell where I go and what to do ?
    Please tell

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před 2 lety +1

      There is much demand for geologists outside India now. The bottom line is to focus on the countries where you can most easily travel and then make contact with exploration and mining companies that have operations in those countries.

    • @RohitYadav-kw1bc
      @RohitYadav-kw1bc Před 2 lety +1

      @@GeologyUpSkill I like to go in japan country but there about huge amount of cost releved.so i need scholarship for go

  • @KuroDCupu
    @KuroDCupu Před 26 dny +1

    I just got beaten by wooden bat...

  • @glenwarrengeology
    @glenwarrengeology Před 2 lety +1

    There is a new field of Geology called Mudfossils lol.

  • @alliepebbles276
    @alliepebbles276 Před rokem +1

    Rock climbing was excellent addition 👌

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před rokem

      Haha, those rock climbers were part of the climbing club at the local university!

  • @staircapades
    @staircapades Před rokem

    All the “problems” with the field you brought up actually excites me instead!

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před rokem +1

      If you enjoy a challenge it is the best job in the world IMHO!

  • @bigc8524
    @bigc8524 Před 2 lety +5

    Geology looks fun

  • @johnmarioballesteros
    @johnmarioballesteros Před 2 lety +3

    0:15
    But.... If you want to be a good geologist, don't forget the hammer in the back of the truck. jajajaja

    • @mateadasgeologicas7990
      @mateadasgeologicas7990 Před 2 lety

      JAJAJA mining endowment, no problem

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před 2 lety

      In the unfortunate event that you roll the truck, I would prefer the hammer was outside the cab!

  • @dizaciousz4910
    @dizaciousz4910 Před měsícem +2

    How do you make money?

    • @GeologyUpSkill
      @GeologyUpSkill  Před měsícem +3

      I work for mineral exploration companies as a consultant geological mapper. There aren't enough geologists in the world to make a living out of CZcams videos.