1. MICHAEL LA COURSE
Address: 460 West 5th
South, Rexburg, Idaho 83440 Phone: 208.403.6783 Email: Michael.lacourse85@gmail.com
QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE
Detail-oriented, results-driven, and dynamic professional; interested in pursuing an engaging position in geology or related
field to proactively utilize skills and hands-on knowledge honed from education and practical experience. Knowledgeable in
preparing descriptions; drawing geographic columns; and performing hazard assessments on local buildings. Equipped with
analytical and quantitative abilities necessary in performing research, resolving issues, driving efficiencies, and accomplishing
goals. Multilingual in English, Spanish, and German. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and
Outlook), Microsoft Windows, and ArcGIS.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Geology: 2016
Brigham Young University Idaho, Rexburg, ID
Associate of Arts in History: 2012
Mira Costa College, Oceanside, CA
President’s List
ACADEMIC PROJECTS
Title of Project: Strategic Placement of Vegetation to Achieve Up-floodplain Gradient Channel Migration Date: 2016
 Assumed the role of research team member, which performed geomorphologic research on a stream table.
 Successfully created a meandering pattern, which was chaotic and included meanders, which cut-up gradient by
managing sites of erosion and deposition by strategically placing alfalfa and kaolinite.
Title of Project: Mesa Falls Basalt Mapping Date: 2015
 Served as a research assistant, in charge of conducting research, which involved mapping basalt flows in the Mesa Falls
to confirm their origination and age in the Yellowstone Plateau.
 Handled the classification of various basalt flows from appearance, size, mineral content, and paleomagnetism.
Title of Project: Field Camp Geology Date: 2015
 Carried out the creation of a geologic map of an assigned area by plotting faults and folds, strike and dip of rocks, as
well as various formations.
 Attended to the measurement and drawing of geologic columns to gain understanding of local geology
Title of Project: Impact of Erosional Processes on Local Populations Date: 2015
 Accomplished research regarding landslide areas in Salt Lake Valley.
Title of Project: Impact of Erosional Processes on Coastal Region Date: 2015
 Completed coastal erosion projects regarding coastal erosion on the California coast.
Title of Project: Classification and Analyzation of Data Using ArcGIS Date: 2014
 Utilized ArcGIS in completing the mapping of geographic information system (GIS) projects on mitigation and hazard
assessment, including proximity to fault zones, along with reclassification schemes.
 Researched distribution of wildlife species within the Yellowstone and Grand Teton Ecosystem by utilizing vegetation
and elevation classification schemes.
Title of Project: Hazard Assessment of Proximity to Fault Systems Date: 2014
 Studied seismic activity on the Anatolian fault system, as well as its effects on local population.
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Teaching Assistant, 2015–2016 Brigham Young University Idaho, Rexburg, ID
 Oversaw classes in Oceanography and Meteorology; and Natural Disasters.
Teaching Assistant, 2011 Mira Costa College, Oceanside, CA
 Handled responsibilities in Oceanography Laboratories, as well as prepared students for tests.
WORK EXPERIENCE
CENTRAL STATION OPERATOR, 2014–2015 AvantGuard Alarm Monitoring, Rexburg, ID, USA
OWNER, 2011–2013 Fun and Games Tutoring, Vista, CA, USA
RETAIL COMMUNICATIONS CONSULTANT, 2009–2011 Sprint Nextel, Escondido, CA, USA
PROGRAM STAFF, 2006–2008 Rawhide Ranch, Bonsall, CA, USA
VETERAN-19D CAVALRY SCOUT, 2004-2006 United States Army, Buedingen, Germany
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
Blood-borne Pathogens Certification
Amateur Radio License
ACTIVITIES
Senior Scout, “Weltenbummler” Germany
Note Taker, Mira Costa College Office
Instructor, Teaching Hunters Education
Volunteer, Idaho Fish and Game Office