Science VS Technology / Full comparison between Science and Technology

           Science

           Technology

Result Relevance:

Making virtually value-free statements

Result Relevance:

Activities always value-laden

Evaluation Methods:

Analysis, generalization and creation of theories

Evaluation Methods:

Analysis and synthesis of design

Goals achieved through:

Corresponding Scientific Processes

Goals achieved through:

Key Technological Processes

Focus:

Focuses on understanding natural phenomena

Focus:

Focuses on understanding the made environment

Development Methods:

Discovery (controlled by experimentation)

Development Methods:

Design, invention, production

Most observed quality:

Drawing correct conclusions based on good theories and accurate data

Most observed quality:

Taking good decisions based on incomplete data and approximate models

Skills needed to excel:

Experimental and logical skills

Skills needed to excel:

Design, construction, testing, planning, quality assurance, problem solving, decision making, interpersonal and communication skills.