Geology

Geology is the study of the minerals, mountains, and natural resources that make up our planet. By understanding Earth’s history, Geologists can foresee how events and processes of the past might influence the future.

Occupations

Geologists work in a variety of settings, from environmental government agencies to energy companies. Many geologists do field work at least part of the time, while others work primarily in laboratories, classrooms or offices. Geologists determine where to safely build and where to find and sustainably extract resources like water and materials. Geology graduates can also find careers in environmental science, land use, and planetary exploration.

• Geological/soil/hydraulic technicians
• Climate change policy analysts
• Geologists
• Environmental Scientists
• Mining and geological engineers

Contact Information

Division

Science and Engineering
Building 1000
Phone: (707) 256-7727
Department Webpage
Division Webpage

Dean

Christopher Farmer
Dean, Science & Engineering and Mathematics
2277 Napa Vallejo Highway, 94558, Napa, CA
Email: CFarmer@napavalley.edu

Administrative Assistant

M'Kormik Hamilton
Administrative Assistant
2277 Napa-Vallejo Highway, 94558, Napa, CA
Email: MHamilton@napavalley.edu

Program Coordinator

Cari Roughley
Professor, Geology, Earth Science and Environmental Science
2277 Napa Vallejo Highway, 94558, Napa, CA
Email: CRoughley@napavalley.edu

Courses

• Geology (GEOL)