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Geological Technologist Alternative titles: Exploration Technician, Mining Engineering Technician, Geophysical Technician, Mineral Resources Technician, Geotechnical Technician

$32.00/h Average Salary
Job Prospects

What are the main duties?

  • Conduct mineral deposit research projects.
  • Map and take samples of mineralized zones.
  • Control soil stability.
  • Conduct geological, geochemical and geophysical surveys in collaboration with geologists.
  • Supervise mineral resources exploratory boring trips.

Is it right for you?

  • You are interested in science and technical drawing.
  • You enjoy working outdoors.
  • You are organized, meticulous and resourceful.
  • You are good at visualizing things.

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Program

Technologie minérale Program available in French only

Where is this program being offered?
regions quebec Abitibi - Témiscamingue,  Chaudière - Appalaches and Côte-Nord
Job Placement Rate
80% Job Placement Rate
20% % who pursue further education
Duration of training 2745h
33 months
D.C.S.
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