Examine principles of technology that underlie an industry/organization.

Definition

Examination should include

technological systems used in the industry
mathematical, scientific, social, ethical, and economic principles underlying the technological systems
impact of energy systems, fuel sources, and other technological systems on the production of goods and services
use of emerging and alternative energy resources in the production of goods and services
generation and distribution of energy to industries/organizations for use in creating goods and services.

What are examples of ethical issues related to technologies?
Why are energy systems so important to industries/organizations?
Why is it important to maintain technological systems?
How does energy transmission affect technological systems?
What are the possible effects of alternative energy sources on industries?
What would life be like without a reliable source of energy?
What would be the effect of using electric vehicles to transport/deliver/ship goods?

Objective: Describe the impact of technology on businesses and/or industries that relate to a student's program of study.

Materials:

Access to newspapers, magazines, trade journals, and the Internet;
Forms, "Field Trip Report," "Interview with Expert from the Community," "Student Summary of New Technologies and Trends,"
Teacher Notes