GEOLOGICAL ENGINEERING Major Map
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ENGINEERING │ BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ENGINEERING WITH PROFESSIONAL INTERNSHIP
Get the
Courses
You Need
1st Year
2nd Year
3rd Year
Final Year
Take APSC 100, 111, 131,
151, 161, 171, 112, 132, 142,
172, 174.
Take core courses GEOE
221, 232, 238, 281, 235, 249,
CHEE 209, CIVL 230, APSC
221, 200, 293, MTHE 232.
Take core courses GEOE
321, 343, 359, 362, 319, 345,
333, 365.
Take core courses GEOE
207, 410, 446, 413, 447.
Speak to an academic advisor
or the Undergraduate
Program Assistant for help
with program requirements.
For more information on 2nd
year program requirements,
including electives, see the
Engineering and Applied
Science calendar.
Get
Relevant
Experience
Join teams or clubs on
campus such as the
Environmental Sustainability
Team (QUEST) and the
Queen’s Project on
International Development.
Apply to first year positions
Take a Geological
Engineering Field School
course (GEOE 300) in the
spring following 2nd year.
Look into summer jobs related
to your field by talking to the
department or Career
Services about work through
SWEP or NSERC.
Take more responsibility
within different clubs or
Take a further 5 Technical
Electives in 3rd and 4th year to
“try on” specializations.
For more information on 4th
year program requirements,
including electives, see the
Engineering and Applied
Science calendar.
For more information on 3rd
year program requirements, Apply to graduate on SOLUS.
including electives, see the
Engineering and Applied
Science calendar.
Stay during the summer as an
assistant to a faculty member
or apply for an external
summer research opportunity.
Consider applying to do a 1216 month QUIP internship
between your third and fourth
Investigate full-time jobs or
other opportunities related to
careers of interest.
Assess what experience
you’re lacking and fill in gaps
with volunteering, clubs, or
internships.
1st Year
2nd Year
3rd Year
such as First Year Project
Coordinators (FYPCOs).
extracurriculars. Consider
entrepreneurial opportunities
at programs like the Queen’s
Summer Innovation Initiative
(QSII).
year.
Get involved with the Miller
Club, the departmental
student council.
Do targeted networking with
people working in careers of
interest (with alumni, using
LinkedIn, etc.).
See the Co-Curricular
Opportunities Directory or
AMS Clubs Directory for more
ideas.
Get involved with the
Engineering Society
(ENGSOC).
Get
Connected
with Your
Community Volunteer on or off campus
with different community
organizations, such as the
EngWeek Committee or the
ENSOC Committee on
Inclusivity.
Start or continue volunteering
with organizations such as the
Queen’s Engineering and
Commodities Association.
Attend conferences like the
Commerce and Engineering
Environmental Conference
(CEEC), and the Oil and Gas
Speakers Series.
Final Year
If interested, attend the
Annual Advances in Earth
Sciences Research
Conference.
Investigate the APGO if you
are interested in the
Professional GeoScientist
designation as well as the
P.Eng.
Consider joining professional
associations like the Canadian
Geotechnical Society, the
International Association of
Hydrogeologists and the
National Ground Water
Association.
Investigate Canadian and
international professional
organizations.
Get
Thinking
Globally
The Queen’s University
International Centre will be
your first stop to
internationalizing your degree.
Speak to a QUIC advisor or
get involved in their many
programs, events and training
opportunities.
Is an exchange in your future?
Start thinking about where you
would like to study abroad.
Apply in January for a 3rd
year exchange through the
Faculty Office (RM 300,
Beamish-Munro Hall)
Build your intercultural
competence by getting
involved with other cultures or
by practicing or improving
your language skills. Stop by
QUIC for ideas to go abroad,
volunteer at QUIC or attend
one of their events.
Prepare yourself to work in a
multi-cultural
environment by taking QUIC’s
Intercultural
Competency Certificate, and
start thinking about work or
further studies abroad.
Get Ready
for Life
Grappling with program
decisions? – go to the
Orientation Evenings held by
Explore different careers of
interest by reading books in
the Career Services Career
Learn about the requirements
for careers of interest– do they
need additional schooling? If
Apply to jobs or future
education, or make plans for
other adventures. Prepare
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After
Graduation
1st Year
2nd Year
3rd Year
Final Year
different Engineering
programs and attend the
various Career Fairs during
the year.
Advising and Resource Area,
such as Career Opportunities
in Engineering, talking to
people whose careers interest
you, or connecting with alumni
on LinkedIn.
so, prepare to take the
required tests (such as the
LSAT or GMAT).
reference letters if you’re
applying to graduate school.
Get some help deciding by
visiting Career Services.
Attend the Engineering and
Technology Fair held by
Career Services.
Thinking about grad school?
You may wish to do an
independent studies project
(GEOE 340). Attend Grad
School workshops at Career
Services if interested.
Make an appointment with
Career Services for help with
future plans.
Caution: *This map is meant as a guide to provide suggestions throughout your university career. The activities, resources, and careers mentioned are possibilities – you are not
restricted to them and you don’t have to follow this exact timeline. Every person (including you!) will find their own unique path through their degree at Queen’s and beyond.
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Where could I go after graduation?
Architecture
Business administration
Climatology & meteorology
Coastal and river engineering
Community relations for the extractive industries
Contaminant remediation
Construction
Environmental conservation and management
Environmental engineering
Excavation design
Forestry
Geological engineering
Geology
Geomatics, surveying, and cartography
Geomechanics
Geophysics
International development
Law (environmental and/or regulations)
Mineral industry
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Mining engineering
Natural hazard mitigation
Oceanography
Oil and gas exploration and extraction
Paleontology
Renewable energy
Toxicology
Tunneling
Waste management
Water resources
*some careers may require additional training
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Geological Engineering at Queen’s
Why study Geological Engineering?
This program applies principles and techniques of the earth sciences to tasks such as extracting mineral and energy resources,
preventing soil and water contamination, managing natural hazards, and building infrastructure with, or within, earth materials.
You will study physics, chemistry, applied mathematics and natural processes such as earthquakes, volcanoes, continental drift and
mountain formation. You will also acquire field skills and training in state-of -the-art geological analysis tools. Areas of specialization
include geo-environmental engineering, geotechnical engineering and mineral and energy exploration.
What program options are there?
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Bachelor of Science in Geological Engineering
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Bechelor of Science in Geological Engineering
See the department website for course requirements.
Getting what you need to succeed in the workplace
What do employers want?
In a recent survey from the Canadian Council of Chief Executives the top 6 skills sought by employers were:
1 People skills
2 Communication skills
3 Problem-solving skills
4 Analytical abilities
5 Leadership skills
6 Industry-specific Knowledge
How do I get the skills I need?
It is important to develop a balanced skill set – many of which you will develop during your studies. To stand out from the crowd,
gain experience outside the classroom through the multitude of clubs and activities in and around Queen’s. Check out ideas in the
Get Relevant Experience section of this map.
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What can I learn studying Geological Engineering at Queen’s?
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Knowledge of principles and techniques of the earth sciences
Practical applications of geological science techniques to engineering design
Understanding of the variability of earth materials and their changes with time and environment
Ability to think spatially, temporarily
Fieldwork skills – design and carry out site investigations to solve problems
Technical skills – use up-to-date geological analysis tools, equipment and software
Research skills – conduct scientific research and analyze quantitative information, develop multiple working hypotheses
Oral and written communication – clearly explain technical information
Proficiency in using mathematics to analyze and evaluate geoengineering data
Time and resource management
What makes ME special?
You have a unique set of skills and experiences. Take the time to think about the skills you have personally developed at Queen’s.
Explaining your strengths with compelling examples will be important for applications to employers and further education. For
help, check out the Career Services skills workshop.
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Geological Engineering Major Map
How to use this map
• Got
questions about careers and classes?
• Feeling a little lost or overwhelmed by choices?
• Wondering what you are “supposed” to be doing?
Use this map to plan for success in five overlapping areas of career and academic life. Each map helps you explore possibilities, set
goals and track accomplishments. To make your own custom map, use the My Major Map tool.
Don’t stress if you haven’t done all of the suggested activities. The map is not a prescription – it’s a tool for finding your own way at
Queen’s.
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See queensu.ca/studentaffairs for details
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Department of Geological Sciences and Geological Engineering
Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science
Bruce Wing/Miller Hall
36 Union Street
613.533.2597
queensu.ca/geol
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