| A | B |
|---|
| energy | the ability to do work |
| inputs | materials that flow into the system and are consumed or processed by the system |
| materials | natural, synthetic or composit substances from which artifacts are made |
| controlling | the function of comparing system outputs to the goals |
| tools | artifacts humans use to expand their capabilities |
| production processes | the actions completed to perform the function of the technological system |
| goals | the reasons or purposes for a system |
| actuating | initiating the work related to an action plan |
| outputs | the results, good or bad, of the operation of any system |
