Title: Analyze the effects of technological systems on society and the environment.
Course: Technology and Engineering Foundations (18 weeks) (21003-18) > Section: Understanding Systems Thinking

Analysis should include the following effects:

- Social
- Cultural
- Economic
- Environmental
- Ethical
- Political
- Aesthetic
- Psychological

Process/Skill Questions:

- How have various transportation subsystems changed the relationships among family members? Between individuals and employment? Between society and nature?
- What effect has biotechnology had on agriculture in recent years?
- How might a technological system have both a positive and negative effect?
- What are some positive and negative effects of the following technological systems or components of these systems: transportation (e.g., the interstate highway system), communication (e.g., smartphones), and construction (e.g., bridges)? What are some psychological effects of these things?
- How has the speed of communication affected the acceptance of new technologies?