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Geology Courses

Geology courses can help you learn about rock formation, plate tectonics, mineral identification, and the processes that shape the Earth’s surface. You can build skills in fieldwork techniques, data analysis, and interpreting geological maps. Many courses introduce tools like GIS software, remote sensing technologies, and rock sample analysis equipment, that support applying your knowledge in environmental assessments, natural resource exploration, and understanding geological hazards.


Popular Geology Courses and Certifications


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    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    Fundamentals of Materials Science

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Manufacturing Processes, Thermal Management, Chemical Engineering, Experimentation, Laboratory Research

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    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Dartmouth College

    Population, Food, and Soil

    Skills you'll gain: Demography, Environment, Environmental Science, Environmental Issue, Nutrition and Diet, Sustainable Development, Natural Resource Management, Sustainability Standards, Cultural Diversity, Trend Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Material Processing

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Structural Analysis, Physical Science

    4.8
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

    Ash-Related Operational Challenges in Energy Utilization of Sustainable Fuels

    Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, Sustainable Engineering, Waste Minimization, Chemical Engineering, Thermal Management, Environmental Engineering, Analytical Chemistry, Materials science, Analytical Testing, Laboratory Testing, Engineering Calculations

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Material Behavior

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Chemistry, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Physical Science, Semiconductors

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Introduction to Archaeology : Archaeology as Science

    Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Ancient History, Scientific Methods, World History, Anthropology, General Science and Research, Environment, Spatial Analysis, Research, Culture, Geospatial Information and Technology, Data Collection, Biology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Introduction to Biology: Evolution

    Skills you'll gain: Biology, Taxonomy, Anatomy, Microbiology, Mathematical Modeling, Scientific Methods

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    L&T EduTech

    Construction Machinery for Concreting /Roads & Earth Moving

    Skills you'll gain: Construction, Hydraulics, Construction Engineering, Equipment Design, Maintenance, Repair, and Facility Services, Grading (Landscape), Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Machine Controls, Safety Standards, Plant Operations and Management, Vibrations, Facility Repair And Maintenance, Automation Engineering, Property Maintenance, Production Process

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    Khalifa University

    Environmental Protection and Sustainability

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Management Systems, Environment Health And Safety, Environmental Monitoring, Environmental Regulations, Hazardous Waste Operations And Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER), Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Emergency Response, Regulatory Compliance, Hazard Analysis, Sustainability Standards, Risk Management, Waste Minimization

    4.9
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Systèmes d’Information Géographique - Partie 1

    Skills you'll gain: Geographic Information Systems, Data Modeling, GIS Software, SQL, Database Design, Spatial Data Analysis, Database Management, Query Languages, Relational Databases, Data Capture, Data Storage

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    L&T EduTech

    Field concreting

    Skills you'll gain: Construction, Construction Inspection, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Plant Operations and Management, Safety Assurance, Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Production Process, Laboratory Testing, Engineering Calculations, Analytical Testing, Test Equipment

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Phases of Matter: Solid, Liquid, Gas and Beyond

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Physical Science, Materials science, Chemistry, Mechanics, Mathematical Modeling, Computational Thinking, Simulations, Applied Mathematics

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular geology courses

  • Fundamentals of Materials Science: Shanghai Jiao Tong University
  • Population, Food, and Soil: Dartmouth College
  • Material Processing: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Ash-Related Operational Challenges in Energy Utilization of Sustainable Fuels: Technical University of Denmark (DTU)
  • Material Behavior: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Introduction to Archaeology : Archaeology as Science: Rice University
  • Introduction to Biology: Evolution: Rice University
  • Construction Machinery for Concreting /Roads & Earth Moving: L&T EduTech
  • Environmental Protection and Sustainability: Khalifa University
  • Systèmes d’Information Géographique - Partie 1: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

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