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.
Graduates who want to become professional engineers (PE) will have to enroll in a bachelor's degree program in engineering. Options include a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in engineering area such as industrial, mechanical, electrical/electronic or civil engineering, as well as a B.S. in Engineering Management. An associate's degree program in engineering science or technology qualifies graduates to work as engineering technicians. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), employment of engineering technicians in general was expected to experience 0% growth between the years 2012 and 2022 (www.bls.gov).