I think the 3 out of 10 ratio for practical classes versus 7 out of 10 for academic classes is perfect. The student will pick up and learn things on the job and just needs a few classes to get him or her started. The student will never get the academic classes again so I think its a good idea for the majority of the classes be academic. There is a place for the practical classes. I value and appreciate them but, they are practical and teach things that reflect stuff in industry. The student will have the next 20-40 years in industry doing a career where they can pick this up. They only have 7 out of 10 classes here to pick up the academic coursework that might apply to a wider range of jobs and life scenarios.