Technology Processes
• 3 processes make a system
• Each processes is critical
• The sum is greater than the whole
Processes
• Problem solving/Design
– Identify problem
– Develop multiple solutions
– Isolate best solution
– Model and Evaluate
Processes
• Problem solving/Design
– Communicate (Big deal)
– Implement
– Continuous improvement
Processes
• Plan• Do• Check• Act
Processes
• Production Process• 7 Technologies = Unique• Actions that create a
physical solution
Processes
• Production of Ag.– Propagation
– Growth
– Harvesting
– Conversion/processing
Processes
• Production Process –
Communication
Encoding
Transmitting
Processes
• Production Process –
Communication
Receiving
Decoding
Storing/Retrieving
Processes
• Construction Processes– Preparing the site
– Setting the foundation
– Building the superstructure
– Installing Utilities
Processes
• Construction Processes Enclosing the structure
• Finishing the project• Completing site and
structure• Servicing structure
Processes
• Energy and Power– Mechanical
– Chemical
Processes
• Fuel efficiency
Processes
Energy and Power• Thermal• Electrical• Nuclear