The other track leads to a four-year practical degree that is not intended to permit further study at the graduate level. Graduation from either track is tantamount to obtaining a license to practice engineering. The changing environment demands more flexibility than the current two-track system affords. Indications are that German engineering education, and licensure, may move to something more similar in approach to the United States and other countries. Designation as a Euro engineer, an emerging standard, requires a combination of education and practice that totals to 7 years.
Some European countries require three years of education.
Some require four. The number of graduates is expected to decrease substantially beginning in 2000. Reflect in the Bylaws the recent separation of the Secretary and Treasurer positions in the Constitution. Reflect in the Bylaws the recent designation of the Newsletter Editor and the Transactions Editor as co-chairs of the Publications Committee in the Constitution. Correct minor error in punctuation.