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GEOSCIENTIST, PROFESSIONAL
License Description Geoscience is the science of the earth and its origin and history, the investigation of the earth's environment and its constituent soils, rocks, minerals, fossil fuels, solids and fluids and the study of the natural and introduced agents, forces, and processes that cause change in and on the Earth. A licensed Professional Geoscientist (P.G.) is a person qualified in the non-exempt public practice of geoscience because of the person's knowledge, acquired through education and practical experience of geoscience, mathematics, and the supporting physical, chemical, mineralogical and life sciences. Geoscientists in Texas are licensed in three disciplines of geoscience: geology, soil science, and geophysics. Examples of highly technical work performed by licensed Professional Geoscientists include:  Environmental geology: protection of groundwater resources and subsurface characterization to determine the suitability of sites for solid waste landfills and underground injection of waste or hazardous materials  Hydrogeology: exploration for new sources of groundwater and aquifer delineation, groundwater monitoring, and related activities  Engineering geology: surface and subsurface characterization for consideration in the design of engineered structures (such as dams, buildings, roads) and the investigation and analysis of natural hazardous processes (such as landslides, coastal erosion, and other natural hazards).
Licensing Agency
Texas Board of Professional Geoscientists
PO Box 13225
Austin, TX 78711
(512) 936 4403
licensing@tbpg.texas.gov
Active Status Active
Continuing Education Continuing education required to maintain license
Criminal Record Specific type of conviction prohibited
Education Degree required
Exam Both state and third-party exams required
License Type Stand-alone license
License Updated 08/10/2023
Physical Requirements No physical requirements
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