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Downsizing and restructuring. Tnese are just a few of the factors which make the engineering profession dramatically different than it was 50, 25, or even 10 years ago. To respond to these changes and continue to produce top-level graduates, CEMS is working with the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) to implement sweeping curriculum modifications at OU. "Thirty years ago engineers could expect to graduate, spend one year in training, work for the same company for 25 years, and retire," says Director Lance Lobban. "Now companies don't want to spend time training engineers. Employees must make an immediate impact. The demands of the global economy are such that engineers may work for four to five companies during their careers. They have to be able to learn things on their own, to selftrain to meet new job demands." In response to the way an engineer's job has changed over time, and to industry feedback See ABET page
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