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Questions and Answers
Which factor is NOT included in time considerations for assessments?
Which factor is NOT included in time considerations for assessments?
- Staffing requirements
- Transport time to the site
- Seasonal restrictions on activity
- Expert opinions (correct)
What is one of the primary responsibilities of the Team Coordinator?
What is one of the primary responsibilities of the Team Coordinator?
- Develop a grid for expert group interactions (correct)
- Conduct all assessments personally
- Oversee equipment procurement
- Finalize the assessment without conflict resolution
Why must the Team Coordinator ensure that the assessment avoids recommendations for 'further study'?
Why must the Team Coordinator ensure that the assessment avoids recommendations for 'further study'?
- To reduce costs associated with additional research
- To finalize the assessment and provide clear conclusions (correct)
- To comply with regulatory agency requirements
- To encourage collaborative input from experts
Which task is NOT the responsibility of the Team Coordinator during the assessment process?
Which task is NOT the responsibility of the Team Coordinator during the assessment process?
What is essential for maintaining effective scheduling during the assessment?
What is essential for maintaining effective scheduling during the assessment?
What is the primary function of the evaluation process in alternatives evaluation?
What is the primary function of the evaluation process in alternatives evaluation?
Which of the following is a challenge found in the alternatives evaluation process?
Which of the following is a challenge found in the alternatives evaluation process?
What is a disadvantage of goal explicit evaluation methods?
What is a disadvantage of goal explicit evaluation methods?
What differentiates goal implicit methodologies from goal explicit methodologies?
What differentiates goal implicit methodologies from goal explicit methodologies?
What aspect does the evaluation process NOT focus on?
What aspect does the evaluation process NOT focus on?
In the context of alternatives evaluation, what is a significant concern when multiple groups are involved?
In the context of alternatives evaluation, what is a significant concern when multiple groups are involved?
What are goal explicit evaluation methods based on?
What are goal explicit evaluation methods based on?
What must be assessed alongside the goals in the evaluation process?
What must be assessed alongside the goals in the evaluation process?
What is the primary focus of the technology assessment course?
What is the primary focus of the technology assessment course?
What key aspect does Lesson 1 of the module discuss?
What key aspect does Lesson 1 of the module discuss?
Why is it important for technology managers to have a clear vision of technology's role?
Why is it important for technology managers to have a clear vision of technology's role?
What does Lesson 2 of the module focus on?
What does Lesson 2 of the module focus on?
What must technology assessments be conducted with?
What must technology assessments be conducted with?
Which resources are included for readings in the module?
Which resources are included for readings in the module?
What is required from students at the end of the module?
What is required from students at the end of the module?
How should students engage with discussion questions during the course?
How should students engage with discussion questions during the course?
What is the importance of identifying major assessment issues and risks?
What is the importance of identifying major assessment issues and risks?
What is suggested as a method to identify risks in the assessment process?
What is suggested as a method to identify risks in the assessment process?
Which statement accurately describes the qualitative method in risk assessment?
Which statement accurately describes the qualitative method in risk assessment?
When should issue and risk identification occur during the assessment process?
When should issue and risk identification occur during the assessment process?
What must be included in the assessment plan regarding risks?
What must be included in the assessment plan regarding risks?
What could be an impact of technology on human health as per the example given?
What could be an impact of technology on human health as per the example given?
What defines the scope of an assessment?
What defines the scope of an assessment?
Which of the following is NOT a component of the risk/issue analysis process?
Which of the following is NOT a component of the risk/issue analysis process?
What is the total area purchased by Belcourt Construction Limited for development?
What is the total area purchased by Belcourt Construction Limited for development?
What type of buildings are proposed for the commercial structure in Scenario I?
What type of buildings are proposed for the commercial structure in Scenario I?
How many parking spaces are required according to zoning bylaws for the development?
How many parking spaces are required according to zoning bylaws for the development?
What is the estimated cost of the four 8-storey luxury apartment buildings?
What is the estimated cost of the four 8-storey luxury apartment buildings?
From where will the access to the residential buildings primarily originate?
From where will the access to the residential buildings primarily originate?
What proportion of the total land area is designated as hazard land unavailable for development?
What proportion of the total land area is designated as hazard land unavailable for development?
What is the total estimated cost of the proposed commercial structure?
What is the total estimated cost of the proposed commercial structure?
How many units can be built according to the zoning bylaws for the apartment buildings?
How many units can be built according to the zoning bylaws for the apartment buildings?
What is the total land area above the flood line that is suitable for development?
What is the total land area above the flood line that is suitable for development?
Which decision criteria is considered conservative or pessimistic?
Which decision criteria is considered conservative or pessimistic?
What does the maximax criterion assume about decision outcomes?
What does the maximax criterion assume about decision outcomes?
What was the projected increase in the number of dwelling units in the study area?
What was the projected increase in the number of dwelling units in the study area?
What is the implication of using maximax as a decision-making criterion?
What is the implication of using maximax as a decision-making criterion?
How many total parking spaces are required in the study area?
How many total parking spaces are required in the study area?
What is the implication of a land area of 0 acres for impervious surface covering in the study?
What is the implication of a land area of 0 acres for impervious surface covering in the study?
What is indicated about the population projected for the study area?
What is indicated about the population projected for the study area?
Flashcards
Technology Assessment
Technology Assessment
A process used to evaluate and understand technology, focusing on its implementation and management in an industrial setting.
Technology Managers
Technology Managers
Individuals responsible for implementing and managing technology in an organization.
Technology
Technology
Tools, methods, and processes used to achieve goals, with an emphasis on industrial settings.
Strategic Management of Technology
Strategic Management of Technology
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Technology Innovation
Technology Innovation
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Module 1 Focus
Module 1 Focus
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Module 2 Focus
Module 2 Focus
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Technology Memo
Technology Memo
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Major assessment issues
Major assessment issues
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Issue/Risk Identification
Issue/Risk Identification
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Risk Matrix
Risk Matrix
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Qualitative Risk Analysis
Qualitative Risk Analysis
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Quantitative Risk Analysis
Quantitative Risk Analysis
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Risk Impact Matrix
Risk Impact Matrix
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Assessment Scope
Assessment Scope
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Assessment Goals
Assessment Goals
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Team Coordinator Role
Team Coordinator Role
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Assessment Team Planning
Assessment Team Planning
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Expert Interaction
Expert Interaction
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Time Considerations
Time Considerations
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Avoid Further Study Recommendations
Avoid Further Study Recommendations
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Alternatives Evaluation
Alternatives Evaluation
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Goal Explicit Evaluation
Goal Explicit Evaluation
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Goal Implicit Evaluation
Goal Implicit Evaluation
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Goal Hierarchy
Goal Hierarchy
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Unintended Consequences
Unintended Consequences
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Equity
Equity
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Value of Time
Value of Time
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Quantification
Quantification
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Scenario I Development
Scenario I Development
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Commercial Plaza
Commercial Plaza
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Apartment Buildings
Apartment Buildings
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Hazard Land
Hazard Land
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Zoning Bylaws
Zoning Bylaws
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Parking Spaces
Parking Spaces
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Access Driveways
Access Driveways
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Estimated Population
Estimated Population
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Minimax Criterion
Minimax Criterion
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Maximax Criterion
Maximax Criterion
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Minimax Regret Criterion
Minimax Regret Criterion
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Decision-making under Uncertainty
Decision-making under Uncertainty
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What is the minimax criterion used for?
What is the minimax criterion used for?
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What is the maximax criterion used for?
What is the maximax criterion used for?
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What is the minimax regret criterion?
What is the minimax regret criterion?
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When to use these criteria?
When to use these criteria?
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Study Notes
Module 1 Introduction
- Assessing new technology is a daily activity
- Technology changes personal, work, and social environments
- New technologies increase efficiency, revenue, and maintain a competitive edge in society
- Implementing new technologies comes with both positive and negative impacts
- Technology assessment is critical for success in implementation
- Technology assessment focuses on the "what" and "why" of technology implementation
- This course focuses on technology managers and industrial settings
- Module 1 includes two lessons focusing on technology fundamentals
Module 1 Lesson 1 - What
- Technology is defined broadly, encompassing activities, artifacts, and knowledge
- Technology innovation is driven by improvement and economic forces
- Four types of technological innovation: incremental, radical, technology system, and techno-economic paradigm innovations
- Technology management is crucial for successful technology implementation
Module 1 Lesson 2 - Why
- Organizations implement technology for a number of reasons; to maintain a competitive edge, improve operational efficiency, and grow revenue
- Formal technology delivery processes (inception, assessment, delivery, management, and disposal) are critical
- Technology managers are responsible for all implementation stages, from inception to disposal
Module 2 Introduction
- Module 2 focuses on the "how" of conducting a technology assessment, including planning considerations
- Lessons in Module 2 include: scope definition, technology planning considerations, analysis of alternative technologies, and contemporary problems faced during assessment
- Module 2 includes a Lesson Plan for the week
- Module 2 concludes with a key assignment to develop a detailed technology assessment plan.
Module 2 Lesson 3 - What is Technology Assessment?
- Technology assessment (TA) evaluates a technology's use for a specific purpose
- This is differentiated from subjective/philosophical technology evaluation
- TA considers intended purpose and measurable outcomes
- This lesson emphasizes the importance of properly defining the scope to improve TA project success.
Module 2 Lesson 4 - Methodology for a Technology Assessment Lesson
- The technology assessment process involves a structured approach
- Key planning steps include defining the topic, scope, technology description, core questions about impacts, unwanted effects, and policy options
- This lesson is critical to understanding the planning process and methodology
Module 2 Lesson 5 - Alternative Evaluation and Generation
- Evaluating alternatives is a key part of technology assessment
- Generating alternatives is a necessary component of the planning process
- Various types of project or product alternatives are considered during this stage of an assessment
Module 2 Lesson 6 – Contemporary Problems
- Technology assessments must consider environmental impact
- There are often conflicts and public concerns over a technology
- Assessing all affected groups is crucial
- Governments mandate that impacts be carefully evaluated for large-scale projects.
Module 3 Introduction
- Module 3 focuses on technical and nontechnical considerations for technology assessment, including methods used during a TA
- Module 3 contains the following lessons: useful methods for TA forecasting, environmental impact statement, and conflict and public participation.
- Module 3 is critical for the detailed methodology of conducting a TA and the comprehensive considerations.
Module 3 Lesson 7 - Useful Methods for TA Forecasting
- Forecasting the future impact of a technology is integral to comprehensive technology assessment
- Techniques such as extrapolation, expert opinion, and modelling can be used to predict likely future scenarios
- Important to understand that forecasting often uses historical data, which may not be a valid comparison to ongoing current activities.
Module 3 Lesson 8 – Environmental Impact Assessment
- Legal requirements exist for considering environmental impact during technology assessments
- Environmental impact statements and assessments are important components for evaluating potential environmental implications
- Impacts are diverse and can be significant for stakeholders
Module 3 Lesson 9 - Conflict and Public Participation
- Considerations for public participation in technology assessments are important
- Public participation is mandated by government laws and policies for various technology developments to evaluate opinions
- Public participation methods should be utilized to achieve a balanced evaluation, considering all affected parties.
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