Registered Geologist

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Third-party exam

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Geologists study the composition, structure and history of the Earth's crust. They examine rocks, minerals, and fossil remains to identify and determine the sequence of processes affecting development of the Earth. They apply knowledge of chemistry, physics, biology, and mathematics to explain these phenomena and to help locate mineral, geothermal, and petroleum deposits and underground water resources. "Public practice of geology" means the performance of geological service or work such as consultation, investigation, evaluation, planning, mapping, and inspection of geological work in which the performance is related to public welfare or safeguarding of life, health, property, and the environment. Requirements: 1) Must be of good ethical character. 2) Must have graduated from an accredited college or university with a major in either geology, engineering geology, or geological engineering or have completed 30 semester hours in geological science courses leading to a major in geology. 3) Must have at least seven years of professional geological work, which shall include a minimum of three years of professional geological work under the supervision of a Registered Geologist. Or Have a minimum of five accumulative years of experience in responsible charge of geological work. 4) Must have three references from registered professional geologists. 5) Must have two personal references. 6) Must successfully pass ASBOG exam. Examinations and fees: National Association of State Boards of Geology (ASBOG) examinations. Fundamentals of Geology Exam: $200.00, Practice of Geology Exam: $250.00, Application for Registered Geologist: $20.00, Initial registration fee: $60.00, Annual Registration renewal fee: $60.00, Geologist-in-Training application and annual fee: $20.00, Geologist in Training registration fee: $30.00.