Transcript Marine Science - University of South Carolina

WHAT CAN I DO WITH A
MAJOR IN...
MARINE SCIENCE
www.sc.edu/career
ma·rine sci·ence
The study of the ocean, its ecosystems,
and life forms; also called
oceanography.*
*"marine science." Dictionary.com's 21st Century Lexicon.
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http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/marine science>.
Marine Science Majors
Study
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The living resources of the world's oceans and
coastal seas
The diverse assemblages of plants and animals and
the understanding of their relationships
The evaluation of human influence on marine
ecosystems
...and more
Specializations
Most undergraduate programs offer a general course of study as
well as many specializations that can be pursued with additional
study. These include (but are not limited to):
Bachelor's
Degree/Entry Level
marine scientist
environmental scientist
science lab technician
Further Education
Required
oceanographer
marine scientist
marine & coastal
consultant
environmental engineer
Marine Science At The
University Of South Carolina
Undergraduate Degrees
Degrees: Bachelor of Science (BS)
Majors: Marine Science
Biological oceanography
Chemical oceanography
Physical oceanography
Coastal resource management/marine affair
The university also offers a Minor Marine Science
Marine Science At The
University Of South Carolina
Graduate Degrees
Master of Sciences (MS)
marine biology/biological oceanography
marine chemistry/chemical oceanography
marine geology/geological oceanography
physical oceanography/atmospheric dynamics
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Marine Science Majors
Develop Skills In
• Investigation
– Define research
problems
– Develop research models
– Establish hypothesis
– Gather/analyze data
– Evaluate ideas
– See relationships among
factors
– Draw meaningful
conclusions
– Field sampling
• Communication
– Develop/write research
proposals
– Review scientific
literature
– Summarize research
findings
– Inform, explain, instruct
– Prepare technical reports
Marine Science majors
develop skills in
• Computation
– Measure distances/
sizes/relationships
– Perform calculations
– Mathematical
modeling
– Maintain records
– Utilize math formulas
• Technical
– Design equipment
– Identify materials/
specimens
– Observe data
– Establish/control
designs
– Design computer
simulations
– Use technical
instruments
Employment
• The undergraduate degree alone in marine science
does not always directly lead to a career as a
professional marine scientist.
• The degree does provide you with an excellent
interdisciplinary science background and is valuable
for almost any type of work involving both biological
and marine science.
Employment Settings
• Business & Commerce:
Includes management and direction
of for-profit organizations including
the development of business plans,
marketing strategies, product
development, and human resource
management.
Sample Occupational Titles
Associated With Business &
Commerce
• Aquarium/Museum
Worker
• Fisheries
Conservationist
• Net Designer
• Park Manager
• Environmental Engineer
• Environmental
Protection Worker
• Salt Marsh Manager
• Beach Manager
• Commercial Fishing
Engineer
• Industrial Marine
Economist
Employment Settings
• Outdoor Field Work:
Includes both studying and working
with and in the outdoors.
Encompasses everything from
management to urban planning.
Sample Occupational Titles
Associated With Outdoor Field
Work
• Agronomist
• Coastal Resources
Worker
• Fisheries
Conservationist
• Environmental Engineer
• Horticulturist
• Port/Harbor Facilities
Worker
• Water Transportation
Worker
• Zoologist
• Park Manager
• Wildlife Resource
Worker
• Animal Scientist
• Aquatic Biologist
• Botanist
• Marina Worker
• Marine Biologist
• Marine Geologist
• Oceanographer
• Geographer
• Marine Ecologist
Employment Settings
• Research:
Includes technicians, researchers,
and technologists. Also incorporates
laboratory work and the education of
peers.
Sample Occupational Titles
Associated With Research
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Aquarium Technician
Biotechnologist
Marine Bacteriologist
Limnological Technician
Marine Engineering
Technician
• Genetic Engineering
Research Assistant
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Underwater Technician
Microbiologist
Net Designer
Test and Inspection
Technician
• Water Quality
Technician
• Science Laboratory
Technician
Employment Settings
• Education:
Includes classroom instruction, curricula
development, research, writing,
administration, program management,
and lecturing.
Teaching and research positions at
colleges and universities require an
advanced degree. Most other teaching
positions require proper certification.
Sample Occupational Titles
Associated With Education
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Administrator
Admissions Evaluator
Author/Writer
Career Counselor
College or University
Professor
Financial Aid Director
Guidance Counselor
Health Educator
Lecturer
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Primary School Teacher
Program Manager
Residence Hall Director
Secondary School
Teacher
• Student Affairs
Professional
• Text Writer
• Medical Librarian
Other Occupational Settings
For Marine Science Majors
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Aquariums
Research Foundations
Ecotourism Firms
Research Laboratories
Educational Institutions
Scientific Journals
• Environmental
Consulting Firms
• Testing Labs
• Fisheries
• Zoos
• Pharmaceutical
Companies
• Government Agencies
Strategies For Developing
Skills To Get The Job You
Want
• Pursue an excellent
academic record
• Obtain part-time,
summer, or internship
work experience
• Volunteer with service
and counseling
organizations
• Become fluent in a
foreign language
• Obtain an advanced
degree and/or
certification in order to
perform substantive
counseling work
• Obtain a minor in an
additional area of
interest (i.E. Language,
business, education)
• Develop strong writing
and speaking skills
Strategies For Developing Skills
To Get The Job You Want
• Develop strong
quantitative and
statistical skills
• Become comfortable
working with people
from different
backgrounds and
cultures
• Acquire sales
experience
• Become active in peer
mediation groups if
available
• Secure leadership
positions in campus or
community groups
• Obtain teaching
certification
• Shadow the work of a
professional
Books And Web
Resources
Books
Marine Science Careers
by Steve Adams and
Tracey Crago
Opportunities in Marine
Science and Maritime
Careers
by Ray Heitzmann
Web Resources
Careers in Marine Science
http://oceanlink.island.net/
career/career2.html
National Oceanic and
Atmospheric
Administration (NOAA) http://www.noaa.gov/index
.html
Resources For More
Information
USC’s Department of Marine Science
www.msci.sc.edu
Career Center library
http://www.sc.edu/career/Library/library.html
Marine Science Related Websites
http://www.sc.edu/career/la/marinesci.html
College of Arts and Sciences Career
Development Program
www.sc.edu/career/cascdp/index.html
Career Center Contact
Information
University of South Carolina Career Center
6th Floor, H. William Close Building (BA Building)
Columbia, SC 29208
Phone: (803) 777-7280
On-call counseling without an appointment:
M - F, 1:00 am - 4:00 pm
(Summer and holiday hours may differ, please check the
website at www.sc/edu/career)