Sedimentology encompasses the study of modern sediments such as sand, silt, and clay, and the processes that result in their formation, transport, deposition and diagenesis.

What does a Sedimentologist study?

Sedimentology, the study of sedimentary rocks and the processes by which they are formed, includes and is related to a large number of phenomena. Sedimentology includes the five fundamental processes defined by the term sediaentation --weathering, erosion, transportation, deposition and diagenesis.

What kind of training or education that a Sedimentologist needs?

Bachelor's degrees should be suitable for most entry jobs, but for those seeking promotion and greater responsibility - including project management and research positions, you should seek a master's degree.