Doctor's degree Geology and Geological Engineering - South Dakota School of Mines and Technology

Doctor's degree Geology and Geological Engineering from South Dakota School of Mines and Technology is a Campus Ph.D Geotechnical Engineering degree that prepares you for a Engineering career. Program Summary Geology students map the magnificant Cayirhan Dome in central TurkeyThe PhD. degree program includes both coursework and research, and emphasizes the completion of a dissertation that makes a unique and significant contribution to a research field. Students may specialize in geology, geological engineering , or paleontology. Students work with faculty mentors to develop a specialized program of study in an active research area within the department, including energy, water, mineral resources, environmental studies, or vertebrate paleontology. Opportunities for international research are available through faculty research programs in Turkey, China, Mongolia, Antarctica, Namibia, and other locations. Program Description The Mission of the Deptartment of Geology and Geological Engineering is to train professional geologists and geological engineers with exceptionally strong technical backgrounds and superior field expertise, well-prepared to live and work in a diverse global environment, through participation in an active research program focused in the fields of energy, water, mineral resources, environmental studies, and paleontology. Strengths of the department are: Proximity and diversity of geology in the Black Hills allowing for practical, field-based education. Emphases in vertebrate paleontology, resources (ground-water, energy, mineral), and environmental studies. Twelve teaching faculty members (and 3 emeritus professors with Ph.D. degrees from major universities. Strong reputation with universities and companies for quality programs and graduates. Outstanding placement of graduates in career positions. Close collaboration with industry and government organizations. Access to over 300,000 fossil and mineral specimens from the School of Mines Museum of Geology research collections. Attracts students from 23 states across the USA. Ranks in 90th percentile of North American departments by student enrollment. Opportunities for international education through annual spring break field trips, summer field camps, and research collaborations. View more details on South Dakota School of Mines and Technology . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Geotechnical Engineering courses.