1. Technology
Tech 7
Mr. O’Rourke

2. What is Technology?
Technology is the use of tools, machines and/or skills to solve a problem or meet a need.

3. History of Technology Began in pre-historic times
Use of stone for arrowheads, hammers, scrapers etc.

4. Areas of Technology
Communication- The process of sending and receiving messages or information.

5. Manufacturing
-use of machines, tools and labor to produce goods for use or sale.

6. Construction
The process of designing and building structures.

7. Transportation
The movement of people, goods or animals from one place to another.

8. Bio-Related
Technology based on biology, agriculture, food production and medicine.

9. Pros/Cons of Technology
Increased Travel
+Expansion, Travel -Dependence on oil
-Pollution, Landfills, Ozone
Societal Impact
+More contact less human interaction
+Easier lifestyle dependency on electronics