Industry trends strongly influence educational approaches in engineering programs across the country, as universities and colleges strive to ensure their graduates are equipped with the skills and hands-on experiences that will prepare them to succeed in their careers. Two major trends in energy and the power engineering industry are redefining how this important electrical engineering specialty is taught. One revolutionary change is the evolving focus on grid technology paired with investment in sustainable energy technologies that will be needed to replace dwindling fossil fuel reserves. The second trend pertains to the nation’s aging power engineering workforce. Read more