I fail to understand the reason to make a regulation to require sixteen hours mandatory (per two year period).  The current regulations allow for an individual without a degree to obtain a license -- let's work on that.  For those that had a significant concentration while obtaining a Masters degree, what is going to be gained in attending seminars just to sit in a seat to listen to a presentation that we could present if we were so inclined to devote our careers.  Anyone that needs someone to look over their shoulder to make sure they are current on technology should get out of Engineering since they will not hold public safety as the number one issue.