Science vs Technology

Science and technology share a lot in common. However they do differ. The following definitions may help you decide whether your project is better suited to a science or technology class. For more details, see your teacher or the Science and Technology Fair Coordinator at your school.

Good Science – usually involves the development of an hypothesis, the testing of that hypothesis by controlled experimentation or observation, the collection and analysis of data to produce results, and the drawing of valid conclusions based on those results.

Good Technology – usually involves the design and development of a solution to a problem and yields a product, process or environment that serves a real need.

Below is a table that will help you ascertain whether your project is a science project or a technology project. Some projects will fall in between the two categories and the judges will decide which they belong to.