Mass Effect Interview, Part Two

Computer Games Online has published the second installment of their Mass Effect interview with BioWare's Casey Hudson. This second half is about as short as the first, but there is a small amount of new information to be gleaned. A teaser:
Q: What combat options are available during battle? Are there any specific attributes for combat such as the Jade Empire Chi system?

A: Players have a very deep level of control and customization in combat. You'll be able to choose your squad members, and equip them with weapons and armor as you like. You can then adjust their preferred tactics on the fly, and even issue specific orders for movement, targeting enemies and more. Since there are a number of attacks in the form of combat, tech, and Biotics (a science-based form of superhuman ability), you'll have endless possibilities for cooperating with your squad during battles.