I believe the current academic vs. practical ratio of courses provided by NJIT is the right balance. I think it is primarily important to have a strong academic background based on theoretical concepts of the disciplines studied which will then prepare students for application of these concepts in the industry. Secondarily, it is a huge plus that NJIT students are offered courses such as design controls for awareness of the quality system regulations. Companies have standard operating procedures on regulatory requirements and being familiar with requirements will definitely help get the first job and prepare for the overwhelming new employee orientation training and working on first project.