Republic of the Philippines
PHILIPPINE STATE COLLEGE OF AERONAUTICS
OFFICE OF THE VICE PRESIDENT FOR ACADEMIC AFFAIRS
First Semester, A.Y. 2020 – 2021
MODULE 1: INTRODUCTION OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(week 1) (3.6hrs)
Activating Prior Learning:
In order to understand the past, you have to look back and revisit it. Your task
is to fill in the KWL chart and list down what you have known and what are the
things that you would like to know about your historical antecedents in terms of
science and technology.
What I already Know
 Science
and Technology
are correlated.
 Science
and
Technology
makes our life
easier.
 Science
and Technology are
both subject to
innovation.
 Both Science and
Technology
are
based on facts.
 Both Science and
Technology
are
objective.
What I Want to know
 How do science
and
technology
contributes to the
development of the
society?
 In what ways do
science, technology
and society relate
with each other, in
terms
of
development of a
country?
 As
a
future
Aeronautical
Engineer, how can
I use the science
and technology for
the betterment of
my country.
What I have Learned

Science and
Technology plays an
important role in the
development of a
country.

Technology is older
than science.

Developments also
have consequences,
particularly in our
environment, such as
climate change and
pollution.

Renewable Energy is
the best choice because
it is economically
viable, sustainable and
environmentally-safe.

Science and
Technology have many
impacts in our society,
particularly in the field
of health, agriculture,
communications and
transportations.
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Republic of the Philippines
PHILIPPINE STATE COLLEGE OF AERONAUTICS
OFFICE OF THE VICE PRESIDENT FOR ACADEMIC AFFAIRS
First Semester, A.Y. 2020 – 2021
EXERCISE 1
INTRODUCTION OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(You can finish this in 30 minutes)
Name:
Russel G. Soria
Section:
1-4
I. Identification: Identify what or who is being referred to in the following
statements. Write the answer on the blank provided.
TECHNOLOGY
1. The application of scientifically gained knowledge for
practical purposes and human needs
SCIENCE
2. It is the study of natural world based on facts learned
through observation and experimentations.
CHINA
ELECTRONIC
SYSTEM
USA
3. The world’s largest producer and consumer of renewable
energy.
4. The most important breakthroughs of the first industrial
revolution in terms of communication
5. The leading country in terms of geothermal consumption
MOBILE PHONE
GPS
(GLOBAL POSITIONING
SYSTEM)
6. This technology has made human communication much more
efficient and faster with just a few clicks and presses.
7. This provides accessible information regarding one’s
geographic position
COAL
L
GEOTHERMAL
ENERGY
SOLAR
ENERGY
8. It is the kind of fossil fuel that the Philippine industries are
dependent to.
9.
Give two examples of renewable energy.
10.
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PHILIPPINE STATE COLLEGE OF AERONAUTICS
OFFICE OF THE VICE PRESIDENT FOR ACADEMIC AFFAIRS
First Semester, A.Y. 2020 – 2021
II. Essay: In this module, describe one of the most important contributions to public health.
Explain your answer. (Relate it to what we experience today about COVID pandemic)
“Immunisation is one of the best ways you can protect yourself,
your children and future generations…”
(“Why is Immunisation Important,” 2020)
Disease outbreaks are one of the long-time enemies of humanity, infecting and claiming
the lives of millions of people around the world regardless of race, gender, or age. Starting from
smallpox to measles and now COVID-19, how does the vaccination contribute to our public health.
This essay will tackle immunization and its relation to today’s COVID-19 pandemic.
According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, immunization is the yielding of immunity
(by vaccination) in a living organism to protect it from any infectious agent or disease. It is a
process of stimulating your immune system to recognize foreign organisms and quickly destroy it.
Vaccines are perhaps the best achievements in the field of medicine; without these immunizations,
a large number of young and adults would be infected, and many could lose their lives (National
Network for Immunization Information,, n.d). These vaccines’ importance can be traced way back
18th century, where English physician Edward Jenner created the first vaccine. He carries out
vaccination on an eight-year-old boy infected with smallpox; Jenner acquired a fluid from cowpox
and applied it on the infected part. This bright idea of Jenner helps treat not just smallpox but also
the different infectious diseases of today.
Today’s 21st century is also not safe from different viruses and diseases. According to the
2018 List of Diseases Prioritized under the World Health Organization’s R & D Blueprint, there
are 20 diseases to be considered, and eight of these were classified as an urgent priority for research
and development. Among these were, Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic fever, Rift Valley fever,
Nipah disease, Zika disease, Ebola disease, Lassa fever, MERS, and SARS. Most of these diseases
do not have a vaccine; thus, the average fatality rate of these diseases is about 62.5%. As we
analyze these data, we can see how important the vaccines in combating the worlds unseen
enemies.
Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19), also known as Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome
Coronavirus 1 (SARS CoV 2), shaken the whole world today with a total case (as of Oct. 23, 2020)
of 42,068,274 and deaths of 1,143,807. Several health measures have been applied; different
personal protective equipments are being used to contain this virus and prevent it from spreading
more. Because of the lack of vaccination, different aspects of the society were forced to adjust to
a so-called “new normal,” where most people are limited to have social activities. The education
was forced to shift from traditional face to face classes to online classes. Health protocols such as
temperature check, regular washing of hands, and the wearing of face mask were also part of
society’s new normal. Several institutions across the world like Moderna, Sinovac, Sinopharm,
and many more are now close to making the vaccine possible. Some of them announced that the
vaccine might be available in the first quarter of the year 2021.
We have seen again how vaccination becomes the greatest contribution to humanity.
Vaccination helps us to live a world free from viruses and diseases. Perhaps the quote above is
true that immunization does safeguard the past, the present and the future generation.
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PHILIPPINE STATE COLLEGE OF AERONAUTICS
OFFICE OF THE VICE PRESIDENT FOR ACADEMIC AFFAIRS
First Semester, A.Y. 2020 – 2021
How Science and Technology affect Society. Explain your answer.
I always think that maximizing the use of Science and Technology is the key to society's
betterment. American engineer-businessman Charles Wilson backed this fact, "… to achieve
higher standards of living for all is through Science and Technology …" In today's time,
science and technology continuously progress, but how do these progress directly affect us.
This essay will discuss the influence of science and technology in our society by making our
life easier, safer, and our economy better.
Science and Technology ease our way of living. Khan (2018) mentioned that the people
who take advantage of the current technology tend to live in a satisfying and alluring way, and
they comprehended that the progressing improvement of innovation has made it plausible for
them to lead more pleasing lives. Without a doubt, the continuous advancement in science and
technology helps us live a more comfortable life. The birth of cell phones and the internet
makes our communication more convenient. The invention of trains and cars makes our mode
of transportation better. The discovery of electricity aided us to use different electrical devices.
These are just some of the inventions and discoveries that prove that Science and Technology
provide us with a more convenient life.
Science and Technology give us health safety. Using the innovation of [science]
technology on medical studies, the experts could analyze infections on the cell level and
produce antibodies against them (Berry et al., n.d). This innovation is put to the test in this time
of crisis when the challenge is to eliminate the pandemic. The advancement in technology is
seen in today’s time of pandemic as different test methods such as Polymerase Chain Reaction
(PCR) Test, Serology Test, and Rapid Antigen Test were used to detect the virus. The invention
of different machines helps medical experts diagnose their patients like X-Ray machines,
stethoscope, thermometer, electrocardiograph, and many more. There are also medications that
treat different kinds of sicknesses and diseases, and vitamins and supplements that improve
our overall well-being. These improvements in the field of medicine give us a feeling of safety
in terms of our health.
Science and Technology propel our economic growth. As indicated in the study conducted
by Sener & Saridogan (2011), nations that are innovative in science-technology based on
financial approaches and techniques have incredible predominance and a maintainable upper
hand in worldwide competitiveness and financial development and advancement links to
wealth and well-being of the nation. This is evident in the latest Gross Domestic Product (GDP)
ranking of the International Monetary Fund, where the United States and China top the list.
These countries are known for their advancement in science and technology as they are also
the major manufacturer of the latest technology that we used today. Countries like Japan and
India who are becoming more inclined to science and technology, show improvements in their
GDP. As the countries allocate funds in science and technology, it is undeniable that their
economic growth is relatively improving.
Through science and technology, our society became more pleasing, secure, and
economically dynamic. Our country is still classified as a Developing country for a long time.
Isn’t it time for our government to allot more attention to research, science, and technology?
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PHILIPPINE STATE COLLEGE OF AERONAUTICS
OFFICE OF THE VICE PRESIDENT FOR ACADEMIC AFFAIRS
First Semester, A.Y. 2020 – 2021
References
Khan, A. M. (2018, December 4). How Can Technology Make Our Life Easier. Retrieved from
www.technologytimes.pk: www.technologytimes.pk/2018/12/04/technology-life-easier/
Megan Berry, R. C. (n.d, n.d n.d). Medical Technology. Retrieved from
healthcarebusinesstech.com: healthcarebusinesstech.com/medical-technology/
National Network for Immunization Information,. (n.d, n.d n.d). History and Achievements.
Retrieved from www.immunizationinfo.org: www.immunizationinfo.org/parents/whyimmunize/history-and-achievement/
Sefer Sener, E. S. (2011). The Effects Of Science-Technology-Innovation On Competitiveness
And Economic Growth. Procedia Social and Behavioral Sciences, 12.
Bibliography
author, N. (2020, October 23). COVID-19 CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC. Retrieved from
www.worldometer.info: www.worldometer.info/coronavirus
International Monetary Fund. (2020, October 23). Real GDP Growth. Retrieved from
www.imf.org: www.imf.org/external/datamapper
WHO Research and Development Blueprint. (2018). 2018 Annual review of diseases prioritized
under the Research and. Geneva: World Health Organization.
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Republic of the Philippines
PHILIPPINE STATE COLLEGE OF AERONAUTICS
OFFICE OF THE VICE PRESIDENT FOR ACADEMIC AFFAIRS
First Semester, A.Y. 2020 – 2021
RUBRICS FOR GUIDE QUESTIONS
NAME: Russel G. Soria
Yr. & Section : 1-4
EXCELLENT
CRITERIA
4
COMPLETION:
Number of questions
successfully completed
TYPE OF RESPONSES:
Response to questions are
written in complete
sentences.
QUALITY OF
RESPONSES:
Quality of work (Neatness)
and conventions adhered
to.
ACCURACY:
Answers/responses are on
point (correct) and well
thought out.
VERY
GOOD
3
All questions
were
successfully
completed.
At least 85% of
the questions
were
successfully
completed.
All of the
answers were
written in
complete
sentences.
Most of the
answers to the
questions were
written in
complete
sentences.
Not careless;
very legible.
Work is
exemplary; has
less than 4
spelling or
grammatical
errors.
Not careless
and fairly
legible. Work
consist of 5 to
9 spelling or
grammatical
errors.
Close to 100%
of the questions
are correct or
on point. Very
well thought out
responses.
About 80% of
the questions
are correct or
on point. Well
thought out.
GOOD
POOR
2
1
60 to 70% of
the
questions
were
successfully
completed.
Sporadic but
more than
half of the
answers
were written
in complete
sentences.
Somewhat
careless, but
can read
some of the
writing.
Work consist
of 10 to 15
spelling or
grammatical
errors.
About 60%
of the
questions
are accurate
or on point.
Fairly well
thought out.
Less than half
of the
questions
were
successfully
completed.
Less than half
of the
answers were
written in
complete
sentences.
Very careless
and illegible.
Work consist
of too many
spelling or
grammatical
errors.
Less than half
of the
questions are
properly
answered
with little
thought.
Reference:
https://www.rcampus.com/rubricshowc.cfm?code=B2X849A&nocache=1601036710103
Student’s Honesty Clause:
I hereby declare that all the answer in this exercise or activity are done by me. I pledge to
practice the highest degree of Academic honesty at all times, as expected from all students
indicated in the course policies of Science, Technology & Society.
Printed Name and Signature
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