Certificate In Geology And Mineral Sciences

Certificate in Geology and Mineral Sciences

Course Overview

A Certificate in Geology and Mineral Sciences is a 8-month(s) online program offered and examined by Finstock Evarsity College. A certificate is issued upon completion of the course.

A Certificate in Geology is designed as a science course that will produce student(s) with the requisite knowledge and practical skills to work in mineral, water, energy, and environment-related fields. Geology and Mineral Science course offer a unique range of educational opportunities spanning the diverse range of geological professions. The driving philosophy is geared towards the promotion of effective training, relevant research, and academic excellence in geological and related fields.

 What is the minimum grade required to do a certificate in Geology and Mineral Sciences?

To enroll and study for a Certificate in Geology and Mineral Sciences at Finstock Evarsity College , a learner must have attained a minimum grade of D- (Minus)

Mode of Delivery

Home and/or office-based media employing a variety of self-instructional electronic and online self-study materials, such as; written self-instructional study modules, online interactive devices, and self-tests, cloud-based content, videos of lectures mediated technical learning materials e.g., audiovisual and e-learning materials

Program Goals

At the end of the course, the learner should be able to:

• Evaluate the techniques used in determining the origin, structure, and composition of the Earth and other planets.
• Explain the past, present, and possible future changes on Earth (e.g. climatic change, mass extinction).
• Describe the geological occurrence of mineral and energy resources including oil, gas, coal, and geothermal resources.
• Assess the monitoring and management of natural and human-induced environmental changes for better exploitation and conservation of the Earth's resources.
• Apply efficient and effective geological field mapping techniques, laboratory analysis, interpretation, writing, and presentation of research data and reports using the latest technology.

Career opportunities

• Engineering geologist
• Environmental Consultant
• Minerals surveyor
• Quarry manager
• Sustainability consultant
• Drilling engineer

 Reasons you should study this course

• The realistic need to understand the Earth, its Processes, and the ever-increasing demand for geological resources which have to be sustainably harnessed for the development of humanity.
• Geology helps in identifying and mitigating natural hazards such as earthquakes, coastal erosion, flooding, and landslides.
• There are numerous job opportunities available to geologists like teaching, working in government agencies, non-governmental organizations, and even environmental consulting companies.
• All construction projects that are carried out in this life - road, bridge, dam, building, and so on, all require some geologic studies.

What we offer

Now that you have a better idea of where a certificate in geology and mineral sciences can take you, it's time to start dreaming big. These careers only represent the baseline of the kind of work you can do.

The earth is a beautiful place to live in. but the beauty would not have been fully noticed and enjoyed if geologists did not get to work. Humans keep evolving alongside the planet, the challenges are to understand that everything keeps revolving, whether by our actions or naturally. Geologists can help in unraveling the puzzles and provide the essential information needed to tackle all these challenges.

Geologists with strong academic backgrounds do not find it difficult to find employment anywhere in the world.

It all starts with a Certificate in geology and mineral sciences. Get your journey started by enrolling at Finstock Evarsity College and learning more.

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Module 1

• Introduction to Geology
• Mineralogy
• Petrology
• Structural Geology
• Geophysics

Module 2 

• Geochemistry
• Mineral Exploration Techniques
• Environmental Geology
• Geological Mapping and GIS
• Economic Geology

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The cost of practicals, internships or industrial requirements is KES 30,000 ($ 300) and only applies to courses that require practicals.

• All Fees are payable in installements, for details check FAQs.
• Digital (downloadable) certificates are available. Printing and shipping of hardcopy certificate can be done at a cost of KES 2,000 ($ 20).