Introduction to EngineeringStudy Tips // Spring 2006

Evan Lemley

Associate Professor

Physics and Engineering Department

University of Central Oklahoma

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• Don’t care what any body thinks

Engineering/Physics Tips

• Lectures may appear to be boring

• Attention spans are shorter than ever

• Thinking is hard

• Remember: Classes are Cooperative

The Nature of Math/Physics/Engr

• It takes a lot of effort for everyone

• No short-cuts are generally possible

• Make your courses your jobAvoid too many class hours for your outside

scheduleGuidelines:

40 work hours --- <= 6 school hours

20 work hours --- <= 12 school hours

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!