What is Technology

The general definition of technology is "the application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes, esp. in industry". However, for this class we use the definition "human made products and processes that extend human potential and satisfy human needs".

Examples of tech.

• Smart phones
• Cars
• Computers
• Pencil

Areas of tech

• Physical-transportation, manufacturing, and construction
• Info/communication-sending and recieving of information
• Bio Related-prostetics, human safety devices, environment, etc.

Tech resources

• Tools/machines/processes
• Materials
• People
• Capital
• Energy
• Time
• Information

Problem solving process

• Identify problem
• Set goals
• Research
• Create ideas
• Select the best idea
• Implement
• Test
• Feedback

Tech system models

• Open-allows interaction with outside environment
• Closed-no such interaction

Technology is a central part of everyday life in the period of exponential technology growth. I wake up on a bed, which is technology. I put on my clothes that were made through technological processes. I turn on the lights, which are technology as well. This continues throughout the day, I am almost constantly using some sort of technology  Technology gets me to school(cars), keeps me cool(AC), and and cooks my food(ovens). It also helps me live a healthy life through bio-medical advances. Simply put, technology affects nearly every aspect of my life. 

Introduction

"The advance of technology is based on making it fit in so that you don't really even notice it, so it's part of everyday life." -Bill Gates
My name is Matthew Lougheed and I am a sophomore this year(2013), part of the class of 2016. This is only the 2nd technology class I have taken after Digital Photography. I love penguins. I play many sports, such as hockey, tennis, and lacrosse. I am also a Boy Scout and am about to obtain my eagle rank.