Engineers

-- approach problems in an organized, scientific manner

-- develop efficient and practical solutions to problems

I expect each of you to approach your homework and tests in an organized, scientific manner. Many problems have numerous solutions; seek the most direct and efficient solution possible. Your homework and tests must be presented clearly, and the grader must be able to follow your thought processes. If not, the homework will not be graded. Points will be deducted from tests if your solution is not clearly presented.

Good Study Skills:

• Spend at least 2 hours studying the material out of class for every hour spent in class.
• Read assigned material prior to class.
• Review notes each evening after the class; identify points in your notes that you do not understand and seek help on these points immediately (it may help to rewrite your notes after each class).
• Start the homework immediately after it has been assigned. Attempt every homework problem yourself, get help from others only after you have made a good attempt..
• Study for a test using a top down approach:
  • Prioritize the material in order of importance and spend more time studying the most important concepts.
  • Understand the connection between different topics in your notes (memorizing your notes starting with page 1 is not very effective), work problems, and determine which methods are most efficient for certain types of problems.