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B1 Ch 4 Lesson 3-4
Technology, Society, and Engineering
Term | Definition |
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Risk-benefit analysis | The process of evaluating the possible problems of a technology compared to the expected advantages. |
Engineering | The application of science to satisfy needs or solve problems. |
Bioengineering | The branch of engineering that involves applying engineering principles to biology and medicine. |
Aerospace Engineering | The branch of engineering that consists of the design, construction, and testing of airplanes and spacecraft. |
Mechanical Engineering | The branch of engineering that deals with the design, construction, and operation of machinery. |
Chemical Engineering | The branch of engineering that deals with the conversion of chemicals into useful products. |
Civil Engineering | The branch of engineering that includes the design and construction of roads, bridges, and buildings. |
Electrical Engineering | The branch of engineering that involves the design of electrical systems, including power, control systems, and telecommunications. |