Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has stimulated the digital-technology revolution for developments of human societies. Furthermore, it keeps bringing up the growth of virtual reality and augmented reality. Starting from mid-1970s, Taiwan proactively promoted ICT developments based on national developing guideline in responding to these technological waves. These developments cover from hardware to software; span from devices to systems; elevate from original equipment manufacturer (OEM) to original brand manufacturer (OBM). These activities facilitate economical growth of Taiwan in recent tens of years.
To mingle understanding of this impressive technical development for students from other academic fields, in this course, different technical thrusts of ICT in Taiwan are introduced. Furthermore, industries-academia interactions in ICT are also presented to reveal the technical momentums supporting these developments. This course will bring an overview of ICT in Taiwan for international students to stimulate their interests in related research fields.