Jack has been concerned about the rapidly changing green regulations in his state and his ability as a mechanical engineer to keep up with developments in his field relating to green requirements. He wants to talk to his boss about taking a professional sabbatical to increase his knowledge of green mechanical engineering practices. How do you predict Jack will try to convince his boss to agree? (Select all that apply.)


a. Identify how greater knowledge of green mechanical engineering areas, such as robotics or waste management, could extend the company’s service offerings.

b. Explain how a better knowledge of integrated mechanical systems could help the company provide more energy-efficient options to customers.

c. Describe how a smarter selection of more efficient, forward-thinking equipment could help the company’s bottom line.

d. Warn that with regulations and green technology changing so fast, the potential for poor implementation and mistakes is large