Activity: Discussion of Information Technology and Science

These questions are also included within the on-line reading "Introduction to Information Systems." You should refer to that reading assignment when considering your answers.

If you haven't already done so in class, think about what functions are integral to an information system. What components are necessary? What components are common but not required? What operations should an information system be able to perform? Write down your thoughts. If you are working in a group, share your ideas and see if you can reach a consensus.

If you haven't already done so in class, consider the distinction between Science and Technology. Both are used in the title of this course. Is there a difference? What are some examples of Science? What are some examples of Technology? For one of your examples of Technology, think about the Science behind the Technology. What scientific principles might be involved? Write down your thoughts. If you are working in a group, share your ideas and see if you can reach a consensus.