Hydrology is an area closely related to geology and geophysics. Hydrologists study the distribution, circulation, and characteristics of underground and surface waters. Their work is important in helping the environment. Geologists is in the Engineering, Science, and Technologies Career Cluster. Very good ability to understand and use words when talking or writing Very good ability to work with numbers Good ability to look at a map and mentally imagine how the area looks Ability to make accurate measurements using precision equipment Ability to coordinate the movement of eyes and hands, as when using a microscope Ability to make decisions and solve problems Ability to check written materials, such as papers, for errors Ability to move the fingers quickly, as when adjusting dials Ability to move the hands easily Ability to see details in pictures and objects, such as fossils Ability to tell the difference between colors Willingness to supervise others and be in charge of projects Willingness to perform a variety of tasks Geologists need to be able to work as part of a team.
Some geologists divide their time between field work and lab or office work.
Some spend the majority of their time in an office, others outdoors. They often work more than 40 hours a week, especially when doing fieldwork. They use computers to store and process data. This includes computer modeling. They may risk eyestrain and back tension from using computers for long periods.