A: Formal groups determine culture, codes of conduct and core values, and informal groups form more personal relationships that align with the mission statement. Informal encounters between employees help each understand their role in the organization. Morale is often positively or negatively affected by informal interactions. Continue Reading
Bachelor programs may focus on general Geology, Petroleum Geology, Engineering Geology, or Environmental Geology. Environmental geology students study topics like natural resources, water and air quality, planetary history, soil science, and environmental law.
The word engineer (from the Latin ingeniator) is derived from the Latin words ingeniare (to contrive, devise) and ingenium (cleverness). The foundation education of an engineer is typically a 4-year bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline plus 4-6 years peer reviewed professional practice. The work of engineers forms the link between scientific discoveries and their subsequent applications to human needs and quality of life.