Transportation and Communication Technology Analyze how it affected the Atlantic Canadian Population

Highways Highways (p.213) Impact  Safer roads  Quicker driving  Troubleshoot customers’ problems Technology  ADI computer systems  Computer simulators

Train Train (p.214) Technology  Diesel trains Impact  Much faster  Able to pull more cargo  Less pollution

Ships Ships (p , 214) Technology  Engine powered ships  Steel ships  Computer-aided design  Computer aided manufacturing  Computerized weapons systems  Container technology Impact Impact  Faster transportation  Bigger ships  Sturdier  Up-to-date technology  Precise construction  Easier transfer of goods

Airplanes Airplanes (p.192, 214) Impact  Faster  Bigger loads  Safer take-offs & landings (reduces delays, sprays, flying costs) Technology  Bigger engines  Sensor (detects presence of ice, snow, de- icing fluids, water)

Cars Cars (p.215) Technology  Hybrid/Electric/Solar  Airbags  Stronger frame  Electronic monitors Impact  Less pollution  Saves gas expenses  Safer  Better fuel economy

Bridges Bridges (p ) Technology  Confederation Bridge (cantilevered design)  Piers (rest on rock grooves)  GPS Impact  Firm communication  Precise construction  Faster, convenient travelling

Satellites / Fibre Optics Satellites / Fibre Optics (p.219) Impact  Quicker  Transmission of global information  Can carry far more information  Helps businesses

Internet Internet (p ) Impact  Excellent for file sharing  Wide source of information (links around the world)  Presents wide variety of communication methods

Telemedicine Telemedicine (p.222) Impact  See, diagnose, treat patients far away  Quicker, more convenient tests  Doctors can consult from several locations  Saves lives

Distance Education Distance Education (p.223) Impact  Wider variety of classes  Allows a larger career selection  Classes are interactive  Technology educated