Technology Innovation for Engineers

3 credits

An introduction to the concept of Innovation, with particular focus on technological innovation, and its impact on economic, social, health, legal, and cultural aspects of society. Technological innovations are explored using creative, design and entrepreneurial thinking. Causes for acceptance or rejection of technological innovations are examined using behavioural economic theories. [3-0-0] Prerequisite: Fourth-year B.A.Sc. or B.Sc. COSC standing.