Ian Betts
Email: ian.betts@shaw.ca
LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/ian-betts
Key Skills
- Dependable; excellent punctuality, attention to detail, and commitment to doing my personal best
- Easy to get along with; a team player, good listener and communicator
- Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Technical Skills: Geologic maps, geologic cross sections, mineral identification in hand sample and through a petrographic microscope, ArcGIS
- Comfortable working in the field under challenging terrain and weather conditions
- Class 5 BC drivers license
Education:
University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC (2014-present)
- Bachelor of Science, majoring in Geology (4th year standing)
- Relevant courses:
- Introduction to Mineral Deposits: Introduced economic geology and models related to mineral exploration. Labs focussed on identifying major ore minerals in hand sample
- Introduction to GIS: Labs covered data analysis and cartographic modelling
- Field Geology: A 21 day field school in Oliver, BC, which involved creating geologic maps, creating geologic cross sections, creating stratigraphic logs, and interpreting field data
North Island College, Courtenay, BC (2012-2013)
- Relevant courses included Principles of Chemistry I & II, Principles of Physics I & II, Differential Calculus, Integral Calculus, and Introduction to Statistics
Employment Experience:
Barkerville Gold Mines, Wells, BC (June – September 2016)-Senior Geological Assistant
- Developed outcrop maps (lithology, alteration and structure)
- Rock and soil sampling
- Data entry and maintenance, including preparing geochemical data for display in Mapinfo and GIS
Storey Creek Golf Club, Campbell River, BC (May – September 2013-2015)-Greenskeeper
- Conducted turf projects such as re-sodding worn and diseased areas of grass
- Assisted in installing irrigation equipment and repairing irrigation equipment
- Trained new staff on mowing equipment (green, fairway, step-cut, sidewinder, and triflex mowers) and other golf course maintenance duties in both individual and group settings
Windsor Plywood, Courtenay, BC (May – September 2012)-Lumber Yard Associate
- Provided quality customer service and answered customer questions about products
- Used table saws, chop saws and a forklift to build customer orders
- Painted various areas of the exterior of the building
Honours and Awards
University of British Columbia (2016)-Aaron Craig Nicholls Memorial Award
- Awarded for showing a particular interest in hard rock geology and having personal qualities that contribute to the overall benefit of classmates
University of British Columbia (2014)-Chancellor Scholar Award
- Awarded based on high admission average from university transfer credits
Extra-curricular and Volunteer Activities:
- Member of The G.M. Dawson Club (UBC Geoscience)
- Member of the Society of Economic Geologists
- UBC intramural soccer
- Y.A.N.A relay/ fundraiser volunteer (3 years)
Interests:
- Geology and Meteorology
- Sports: golf, basketball, soccer
- Outdoor activities such as camping and hiking