Credits: 3
Pre-requisites: None
Compulsory / Optional: Optional
Aim(s)
To provide the students with the background information in managing technology for sustainable development.
Intended Learning Outcomes
- Explain the impact of technology on economy, society and environment.
- Describe the role of transferred technology on existing technology.
- Explain the process of technology innovation and evolution.
- Reflect goals of green and appropriate technology in mega projects and at work places.
- Apply technology management concepts in developing Sri Lankan Technology.
Course Content
- Role/ Impact of Technology: Positive and negative impacts of technology on society; economy and environment; sustainable development.
- Technology Acquisition and Transfer: Technology Acquisition and Transfer:
- Technology and Innovation: Invention and innovation; innovation systems; selection of projects; managing technological assets.
- Evolution of Technology: Effective utilization of resources; project externalities; waste and environmental pollution exploitation.
- Green/ Appropriate Technology: Green economics; goals of green and appropriate technology.
- Project: Improvement of Sri Lankan technology for sustainable development.
| Time Allocation | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lectures | 10 |
| Tutorials Small Group Discussion | 30 |
| Assignments | 10 |
| Assessment | Percentage Marks |
|---|---|
| Small Group Activities / Case Studies / Assignments / Presentation | 60 |
| End Semester Examination | 40 |