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

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

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

4. Ships (p.206-207, 214) Technology Engine powered ships Steel ships
Computer-aided design
Computer aided manufacturing
Computerized weapons systems
Container technology
Impact
Faster transportation
Bigger ships
Sturdier
Up-to-date technology
Precise construction
Easier transfer of goods

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

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

7. Bridges (p.216-217) Technology Confederation Bridge
(cantilevered design)
Piers (rest on rock grooves)
GPS
Impact
Firm communication
Precise construction
Faster, convenient travelling

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

9. Internet (p.220-221) Impact Excellent for file sharing
Wide source of information (links around the world)
Presents wide variety of communication methods

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

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