What is Technology?

Technology is the application of knowledge , tools, and skills to extend

human capabilities.

Technology covers such a broad area that it is

broken down into the 9 sub-divisions called core

technologies.

The 9 Core Technologies

• Materials Technology• Mechanical Technology• Optical Technology• Structural Technology• Thermal Technology• Bio-Technology• Electrical Technology• Electronics Technology• Fluid Technology

The 9 Core Technologies

• The technology of producing, altering, and combining materials.

The 9 Core Technologies

• The technology of putting mechanical parts together to produce, control and transmit motion.

The 9 Core Technologies

• The technology of producing light and using light to do work.

The 9 Core Technologies

• The technology of putting parts and materials together to create functional shapes.

The 9 Core Technologies

• The technology of getting work from heat energy.

The 9 Core Technologies

• The technology of using biological processes for a desired outcome.

The 9 Core Technologies

• The technology of getting work from electrical energy.

The 9 Core Technologies

• The technology of using small amounts of electricity for controlling and communicating.

The 9 Core Technologies

• The technology of using fluid, either gaseous or liquid to apply force.

The 9 Core Technologies

Now here is a easy way to remember the core technologies…..

M-M-O-S-T-B-E-E-F

What is Technology?

• Basic needs• Safety• Belongingness• Ego-status• Self-Actualization

Five Categories of Human Needs

What is Technology?

• Fire: protection, cooking, light• Agriculture: farming• Communication: talking, writing

Three Early Technologies

What is Technology?

• People• Energy• Materials• Tools• Information• Processes

Six Essential Elements of Tech.