1. Introduction to Engineering Study Tips // Spring 2006 Evan Lemley Associate Professor Physics and Engineering Department University of Central Oklahoma

2. Engineering/Physics Tips Come to class (try to get a schedule you know you can hack) Start assignments early Be responsible Supplemental work is critical Ask questions Dont care what any body thinks

3. Engineering/Physics Tips Lectures may appear to be boring Attention spans are shorter than ever Thinking is hard Remember: Classes are Cooperative

4. The Nature of Math/Physics/Engr It takes a lot of effort for everyone No short-cuts are generally possible Make your courses your job Avoid too many class hours for your outside schedule Guidelines: 40 work hours --- <= 6 school hours 20 work hours --- <= 12 school hours

5. Supplemental Work Read sections before class in which they are discussed Start early on HW (VVVVVVI) Talk to others Talk to Instructor Work on your own Work in a group Look up things on the web GET INTO IT!