Conference Session

New Directions for Engineering Technology

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Jay R. Porter, Texas A&M University; Michael D. Johnson, Texas A&M University; Andrea M. Ogilvie P.E., Texas A&M University; Christopher Cantrell, Texas A&M University

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Diversity

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Engineering Technology

debugging of student- written programs; introduction to engineering majors, career exploration, engineering practice within realistic constraints, e.g. economic, environmental, ethical, health and safety, and sustainability; pathways to success in engineering. • ENGR 216 - Experimental Physics and Engineering Lab II (Mechanics) includes the description and application of laws of physical motion to the solution of science and engineering problems; using sensing, control and actuation for experimental verification of physics concepts while solving engineering problems; exposure to engineering ethics; continued exploration of engineering disciplines and careers. • ENGR 217 - Experimental Physics and

Conference Session

ETD Accreditation and Assessment

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Michael Johnson, Texas A&M University

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Engineering Technology

skills 10. ABETaccreditation criteria and industry demands have increased the focus on these professional skills11 . In the context of ABET, Shuman et al. 11 broadly characterize these professional skills toinclude: teamwork, ethics, communication, societal impact understanding, life-long learning,understanding current issues. Several of these professional skills were identified as important orkey differentiators for potential employees 12. For the purpose of this work, the key professionalskills include communications, teamwork, and project management.This work examines how a capstone course that was recently (starting in fall 2014) expanded to atwo-semester capstone experience (as opposed to a single semester) was viewed by projectsponsors

Conference Session

Engineering and ET Relationships & Professional Development

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

James Lambrechts, Wentworth Institute of Technology

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Engineering Technology

thestudent who achieves a bachelor degree in civil engineering will essentially only be acquiring a Page 13.1398.8‘pre-engineering’ level of knowledge. There will be greater emphasis on history, globalawareness, business and economics, environment and ethics. It just may be that the BS in civilengineering will not suffice for an entry-level position in civil design or construction firms, andthat the new-normal for entry to civil engineering practice will be the Masters Degree. How willthis new-normal level affect the civil engineering industry in the U.S.?As civil engineering education is broadened to be more of a pre-engineering course of study,then

Conference Session

Critical issues in IT and IET: Focus Group

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Vladimir Genis, Drexel University; Michael Mauk, Drexel University

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Engineering Technology

engineering programs by developing a laboratory- and project-based course, which simulates commercial nanotechnology processes in biomedical and energy applications using an in-depth case study approach. 2. Prepare students for employment in the emerging nanotechnology field in areas such as process development; scale up and control; product specification development; and raw material and capital costing including ethical, environmental, and sustainability concerns. Special attention will be placed on a breadth of manufacturing activities with emphasis toward developing an engineering and engineering technology employee with a valuable range of skills and expertise to the employer. 3. Train the students

Conference Session

Recruiting and Retention

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Carol Richardson, Rochester Institute of Technology

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Engineering Technology

andpersonal success at RIT. FYE instructors promote the development of personalresponsibility and ethical decision making in both local and global contexts.Colleges are allowed to customize the FYE curriculum and some of the ET programsworked with the FYE instructors in 2005-06 to do this customization. This work willcontinue in the spring and summer of 2006 in the ET programs.North Star CenterA central component of this center’s missions is the recruitment, retention, andgraduation of African-American, Latino American, and Native American (AALANA)students at RIT. The center’s philosophy focuses on the importance of promoting adeeper understanding of what it takes to live in a rapidly changing and highlyinterdependent world where science and

Conference Session

ETD Capstone Projects

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Junkun Ma, Sam Houston State University; Case Dakota Born

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

adopted in ET curricula spanning variousdisciplines by many institutes. 1, 2, 3 Prolific literatures discussing numerous projects successfullycarried out by students with various engineering and technological backgrounds have beenpublished with technical details. 4, 5 Since ET programs focus more on the application oftechnologies, emphasis on developing projects with industrial partners is becoming a trend andstudies have shown great success in many cases. 6, 7 Teaching methods and assessing mechanismsemphasizing different aspects that modern engineers and engineering technologists are facingsuch as time management, team work, communications, and ethics have also been developedand incorporated in these courses to resemble experiences in practical

Conference Session

ET Pedagogy II

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Junkun Ma, Sam Houston State University; Keith L. Coogler, Sam Houston State University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

myself orally or in writing 9. Learning how to find, evaluate, and use resources to explore a topic in depth 10. Developing ethical reasoning and ethical decision making 11. Learning to analyze and critically evaluate ideas, arguments, and points of view 12. Learning to apply knowledge and skills to benefit others or serve the public good 13. Learning appropriate methods for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting numerical informationFig. 13 shows the summary of the progress self-assessment results. Students reported a100% ‘substantial progress’ or ‘exceptional progress’ on questions 1 to 5, 9, 11, and 13; a91% ‘substantial progress’ or ‘exceptional progress’ and 9% ‘moderate progress’ onquestions 6, 10, and 12; 82

Conference Session

Electrical Engineering Technology Design Projects & Curriculum

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Youakim Al Kalaani, Georgia Southern University; Frank Goforth, Georgia Southern University; Shonda Bernadin, Georgia Southern University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

the submission of neat and accurate technical reports and through individual and group presentations is (g):19 After completing this course, I recognize the need for, and an ability to 11 11 1 3.43 engage in lifelong learning (h):20 As a result of this course, my ability to understand professional, ethical, 10 11 2 3.35 and social responsibilities is (i):21 As a result of this course, I have respect for diversity and a knowledge 10 11 1 1 3.26 of contemporary professional, societal, and global issues (j):22 After completing this course, I have a commitment to quality, 12 11

Conference Session

New Course Development Concepts in ET

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Biswajit Ray, Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania

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Engineering Technology

technology problems,  Outcome g: Ability to apply written, oral, and graphical communication in both technical and nontechnical environments; and an ability to identify and use appropriate technical literature,  Outcome h: Understanding of the need for and an ability to engage in self-directed continuing professional development,  Outcome i: Understanding of and a commitment to address professional and ethical responsibilities including a respect for diversity, and  Outcome k: Commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement. Table I: Mapping of Course Objectives to Student Outcomes Course Objectives Supported Student Outcomes

Conference Session

Critical Issues in IT and IET: Focus Group

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Gabriel Harley, IUPUI; Daniel Baldwin, IUPUI; Wanda Worley, IUPUI; Tresler Thurston, IUPUI; Stephen Hundley, Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis

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Engineering Technology

. For theinstructor, blogs offer a transparent, online course management tool where class content can beposted without requisite Website authoring knowledge. For students, blogs offer flexibleopportunities for class participation, review, and collaboration. Popular blog sites include Page 15.513.5www.blogger.com, www.livejournal.com, and www.wordpress.com.The Pennsylvania State University College of Engineering eLearning Initiative, an effort to“expose undergraduate students within the College of Engineering to issues of globalization,ethics, and societal contexts in engineering practice,” extensively utilized blogs in the STS 233:Ethics &

Conference Session

Issues in ET Education I

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Enrique Barbieri, University of North Texas

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Engineering Technology

. Then, by association, ET graduates focus on using current or emerging technologyto solve engineering problems that industry faces in the short to medium time frame. Graduates focus onthe operations, testing, and improvement of engineered systems, processes, and products whileincorporating economic principles and considering social, ethical and environmental impacts. Graduatesalso display an ability to design systems, components, or processes for engineering problems appropriateto the objectives of each program.Program Fundamentals, Objectives & EmphasisBSET programs require integral and differential calculus as well as basic science courses to applyanalysis techniques and implement solutions for engineering design problems and system

Conference Session

Curriculum & Student Enrollment I

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Immanuel Adaikalaraj Edinbarough, University of Texas, Brownsville; Posinasetti Nageswara Rao, University of Northern Iowa; Kanchan Das, East Carolina University

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Engineering Technology

Curriculum 1. Clearly an element, but first must deliver the basics and economics. Economic, Green and Sustainability as well as Ethics are very important, but not without proper basics of the manufacturing science. Otherwise, it is politically correct but not very useful. 2. These topics need to be incorporated into popular textbooks. 3. Student Exchange Program with other countries. 4. We should have a general sustainability course that will address sustainability issues in manufacturing and non-manufacturing process. 5. Include sustainability considerations in all manufacturing/related course material. 6. Has to include some sort of Introduction and how it applies. 7. Has to be separated from political

Conference Session

Student Learning and Teamwork

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Michael Johnson, Texas A&M University; Jyhwen Wang, Texas A&M University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

necessary input skills are shown with a “C”.Courses that are listed as an input skill requirement, but not a prerequisite according to thecatalogue are listed with an “F”.ResultsTable 1 shows the free responses from IAC members. All keywords that received two or morementions are shown. Four of the six professional skills cited by Shuman6 are well represented inthe results: teamwork, learning, ethics, and communication (engineering in a global context andknowledge of contempary issues were not in the results). Other skills identified by others with afocus on curriculum development are also represented. These include problem solving,teamwork and learning 3, 8, 9, 12.Table 2 shows the responses for skills that IAC members felt were critical. There was

Conference Session

Robotics and Automation II

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Guanghsu A. Chang, Western Carolina University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

Written Communication e,g 6 Project Management b,e 6,7 Visual Communication e,g 6 Math Skills b 3 Creative Problem Solving d 1,2 System Thinking d,e 4 Ethics and Professionalism a,i 8 Self-Learning h 5 Technology Skills a,f 1,2 Respect for diversity j 8

Conference Session

Multidisciplinary Engineering Technology Courses

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rocio Alba-Flores, Georgia Southern University; Youakim Al Kalaani, Georgia Southern University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

laboratory groups10. Perform experiments in a disciplinary manner using standard electrical laboratory instruments.11. Communicate effectively through the submission of professional technical reports12. Investigate a given topic in technology and discuss societal and ethical considerations13. Understand and have a commitment to quality, timeless, and continuous improvement14. Draft and simulate the operation of electric circuits using MultiSim15. Present a technology topic effectively in front of an audience Table 1- Course Learning Objectives Electrical Devices and Measurements Course Content • Science of Electricity and Electronics- The Nature of Matter, Static Electricity • Basic

Conference Session

Graduate Education and Undergraduate Research in ET

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Vladimir Genis, Drexel University; Warren Rosen, Drexel University; Eric Carr, Drexel University; Michael G Mauk P.E., Drexel University; Radian G. Belu, Drexel University; Gerry Marekova, Drexel University

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Engineering Technology

presented below.Core Foundation Courses 27.0ET 605 Modern Materials 3.0ET 610 Networks for Industrial Environment 3.0ET 615 Rapid Prototyping 3.0ET 619 Programmable Devices and Systems 3.0ET 620 Microsystems and Microfabrication 3.0ET 725 Sensors and Measurements 3.0ET 732 Modern Energy Conversion Technologies 3.0PRST 503 Ethics for Professionals

Conference Session

Capstone and Senior Design in Engineering Technology: Part II

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

William Leonard, Rochester Institute of Technology; Robert Merrill, Roch Inst of Tech; Elizabeth Dell, Rochester Institute of Technology

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Engineering Technology

. X X X X X X Problems Com- X X X X X X munication Lifelong X X X X X X Learning Ethical & X X X Social Resp. Diversity, X X X

Conference Session

Engineering Technology Progress Reports: Part I

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kenneth Stier, Illinois State University

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Engineering Technology

contribute to the design process.5. Have demonstrated the ability to function effectively on multi-disciplinary teams and be a successful leader.6. Have demonstrated the ability to identify, analyze and solve technical problems.7. Have demonstrated the ability to communicate effectively.8. Have demonstrated continuous professional and technical growth, with practical experience, so as to be licensed in their field or achieve that level of expertise, as applicable.9. Be capable of addressing issues of ethics, safety, professionalism, cultural diversity, globalization, environmental impact, and social and economic impact in professional practice

Conference Session

ETAC/ABET Related Issues

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mark A. Laingen, Illinois State University; Steven A. Freeman, Iowa State University; Thomas J Brumm, Iowa State University; Mack Shelley, Iowa State University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

on multidisciplinary teams 3.6 4.7 4.3 3.6 4.0 4.3 3.8 3.9 4.9(e) an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering 4.3 3.6 3.8 3.5 4.6 4.1 4.2 3.5 3.9 problems(f) an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility 3.5 3.6 3.7

Conference Session

ET Pedagogy III

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Sonia Travaglini, Stanford University; Sheri Sheppard, Stanford University; Helen L. Chen, Stanford University

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Diversity

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Engineering Technology

on pedagogicalmethods, or seeing methods used by other instructors. SEEFs shared common motivations ofjoining a career involving instruction motivated by experiences during student teaching roles,and a desire to improve teaching practices. In addition, the SEEF community referred to Barkleyet al.’s handbook [29] on collaborative learning techniques provided a wealth of teachingmethods, along with Godsell’s sourcebook [30] which provided perspective on differentmethods, their implementation and evaluation, among many other sources. However common toall the SEEFs was interpreting the application of these methods to fit their discipline. Forexample, in Computer Science the jigsaw method was used to explore the ethics of human-computer

Conference Session

Topics Related to Electrical Engineering Technology

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jay R. Porter, Texas A&M University; Ben Behbood Zoghi, Texas A&M University; Joseph A. Morgan, Texas A&M University; Wei Zhan, Texas A&M University

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Engineering Technology

have been dropped in order to reduce the credit hoursrequired for the degree as mandated by the state legislature. The math and science core was also kept intact with the exception that the originalstatistics course taken from Statistics Department was deemed no longer necessary as discussedbelow. In order to ensure that the students still took the same level of math as before, the coursewas made into a math elective. The students now have multiple choices for a third advancedmath course based on their interest including vector calculus, linear algebra, and differentialequations. Previously, the students were required to take two College of Engineering courses,engineering ethics and engineering economics. The ethics course has

Conference Session

Educating for Results: Tools used in Engineering Technology

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Stephen Hundley, Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis; Terri Talbert-Hatch, Indiana University; Joshua Killey, Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis; Elizabeth Wager, Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis

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Engineering Technology

% 10% 15% Computer skills Ethics Self-motivated match credentials meet qualifications flexibility diversity public service/customer service critical thinking Professionalism-at work on time-appropriate behavior teamworkAgain these answers greatly depend on the sector and field of the interviewees. However, threeof the six respondents stated that a strong ethical foundation, good computer skills, and theability to back up educational

Conference Session

Computer ET Innovation

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

David Forsman, Pennsylvania State University-Erie

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

formthat the student could re-play over and over? Could student-instructor interaction be handledelectronically in an effective manner?One of the concerns related to e-learning might be the loss of the tangential “information” thatwould be lost with a decrease in face to face time with the students. How does one get impressupon the student the value of ethics and academic integrity related to the engineering professionthat is not specifically stated in the course outline, yet come up in class numerous times duringthe semester? Case in point would be the issue of simply filling in the summary sheet forcoupled assignments with duplicate information rather than going back though thedocumentation to enter the computed values. Being sloppy in this

Conference Session

Integrating Curriculum and Labs in ET Programs

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ciaran McGoldrick, Trinity College, Dublin; Smita Shivaram, Trinity College, Dublin; Meriel Huggard, Bucknell Univeristy and Trinity, College Dublin

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

as regulatory authoritiesimpose ever more stringent constraints on the circumstances, locations and devices with whichoutputs can be validated.Consequently this paper, in addition to identifying the technical constraints that bound any suchendeavor and describing how they may be addressed, also contributes in the broader context ofexperiential learning, ethical awareness and the development and reinforcement of responsibleprofessional practice.The contributions comprise i) identification of a “state-of-the-art” real-world industrial use-casefor UAV technologies; ii) a functional description of how existing undergraduate and postgraduatecourse material from different engineering disciplines can be evolved and purposed to address andsolve

Conference Session

Utilizing Digital Technologies in Classroom and Distance Learning in ET Programs

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Usman Ghani, DeVry University, Addison, Illinois; Ahmed S. Khan, DeVry University, Addison

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Diversity

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Engineering Technology

the areas of Nanotechnology, Fiber Optic Communications, Faculty Development, and Social and Ethical Implications of Technology. He is the author of many educational papers and presentations. He has authored/coauthored the following books: • Nanotechnology: Ethical and Social Implications (2012) • Technology and Society: Issues for the 21st Century and Beyond 3E, (2008) • The Telecommunications Fact Book and Illustrated Dictionary 2E (2006) • Fiber Optic Communication: An Applied Approach, Prentice Hall, N.J. (2002) • Technology and Society: A Bridge to the 21st Century (2002) • Technology and Society: Crossroads to the 21st Century (1996) • Technology and Society: A Spectrum of Issues for the 21st Century

Conference Session

Hands-on Active Learning

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mohammed Taqiuddin Taher, DeVry University, Addison; Ahmed S. Khan, DeVry University, Addison

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Diversity

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Engineering Technology

accreditation, management and supervision. Dr. Khan received an MSEE from Michigan Technological University, an MBA from Keller Graduate School of Management, and his Ph.D. from Colorado State University. His research interests are in the areas of Nanotechnology, Fiber Optic Communications, Faculty Development, and Social and Ethical Implications of Technology. He is the author of many educational papers and presentations. He has authored/coauthored the following books: • Nanotechnology: Ethical and Social Implications (2012) • Technology and Society: Issues for the 21st Century and Beyond 3E, (2008) • The Telecommunications Fact Book and Illustrated Dictionary 2E (2006) • Fiber Optic Communication: An Applied

Conference Session

Issues in Engineering Technology Education II

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ahmed S. Khan, DeVry University - Addison; Aminul Karim, Higher Educational Consultant

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

his Ph.D. from Colorado State University. His research interests are in the areas of Nanotechnology, Fiber Optic Communications, Faculty Development, and Social and Ethical Implications of Technology. He is the author of many educational papers and presentations. He has authored/coauthored the following books: • Nanotechnology: Ethical and Social Implications (2012) • Technology and Society: Issues for the 21st Century and Beyond 3E, (2008) • The Telecommunications Fact Book and Illustrated Dictionary 2E (2006) • Fiber Optic Communication: An Applied Approach, Prentice Hall, N.J. (2002) • Technology and Society: A Bridge to the 21st Century (2002) • Technology and Society: Crossroads to the 21st Century (1996

Conference Session

Assessment of Engineering Technology Programs

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Carmine Balascio, University of Delaware; LOUISE WEHRLE, NICET; Rudolph Henry, NICET; Chip Hollis, NICET

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

problems g. an ability to communicate effectively h. a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning i. an ability to understand professional, ethical and social responsibilities j. a respect for diversity and a knowledge of contemporary professional, societal and global issues k. a commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvementThese are the well known “a through k” criteria for engineering technology programs.EAC of ABET documentation 3 delineates a very similar set of criteria for engineeringprograms. The general criteria apply to all ET programs at both associate andbaccalaureate degree levels. For programs in specific disciplines, different

Conference Session

Industry Collaborations in Engineering Technology

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kevin Cook, Montana State University; Salman Adam, Montana State University; Darla Goeres, Montana State University; Steven Anderson, Montana State University; Diane Walker, Montana State University; Alfred Cunningham, Montana State University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

dynamic interactions of humans in society and be able to interact constructively across societal and cultural lines. ‚ Develop a clear understanding of the ethical implications of engineering issues and engineering decisions upon humanity, as well as a working knowledge of professional engineering ethical codes and responsibility.Step 3: Examine the requirements of the research centers and the necessary skills andattributes of potential internsResearch becomes more productive when the scientists have a collection of tools that arespecifically designed for the task at hand. The CBE is a leading edge research center currentlydeveloping new testing methods and procedures. These methods and procedures requiremechanical lab

Conference Session

Issues in ET Education I

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ahmed S. Khan, DeVry University, DuPage; Aminul Karim, DeVry University,Downers Grove, IL

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

., and his Ph.D. from Colorado State University. His research interests are in the areas of Nanotechnology, Fiber Optic Communications, Faculty Development, Application of Telecommunications Technologies in Distance Education, and Social and Ethical Implications of Tech- nology. He is the author of many educational papers and presentations. He has authored/coauthored the following books: • Nanotechnology: Ethical and Social Implications (2012) • Technology and Society: Issues for the 21st Century and Beyond 3E, (2008) • The Telecommunications Fact Book and Illustrated Dictionary 2E (2006) • Fiber Optic Communication: An Applied Approach, Prentice Hall, N.J.(2002) • Technology and Society: A Bridge to the 21st