So far I've presented a picture of how the engineer's work environment has changed from a specialist applying his or her talent to a specific project to one that is engaged in a product team environment. In that environment, the engineer is expected to be a generalist technical expert and at the same time be a businessman or businesswoman very directly engaged in the process of making a profit. I've also devoted time to explain the education needs for the engineer to be successful in that environment. Now I'd like to pursue these 2 compatible issues, work environment and education...