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SOME TIPS FOR SUCCESS IN ENGINEERING STUDIES
Prof Mohandas K P, Dean, M E S College of Engg, Kuttippuram(Former Dean (PG) & Professor N I T Calicut
(email id: [email protected])
Overview
Professional education how it is different ? What is Engineering? Modern Marvels in Engineering B Tech course contents -an overview Different types of classes you attend Common methods of study Difference between courses Evaluation and Assessment -Examination tips How to do well in Examinations What to do on a regular basis? Summary
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Professional Education
Different professional courses
Engineering, Medicine, Law, Architecture. etc
Difference between Profession and Occupation?
Professionals are trained rigorously to enable them to practice their profession themselves
Some professions require
Registration like Medical Council registration for Doctors , Council of Architecture registration for architects , Enrolment for lawyers etc
Success in profession achieved through experience, commitment and hard work
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Success in Engineering Studies
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What is Engineering?
Definition:The branch of science and technology concerned with the design,building, and use of engines, machines, and structures.
Engine, in general means – any device or equipment used
Engineer is a creator or builder
What you learn in Engineering is essentially:
Mathematics + Applied Sciences(Physics)
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FEW OF THE MODERNMODERN ENGINEERING MARVELS
Euro-tunnel between England-France
The longest underwater tunnel in the world between Folkston (England) and Calais(France) 50 kms long with 36.8 kms under water
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30 St Mary axe London (2003)One of the world most energy efficient building
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Lake Mead, Nevada/Arizona-USA (1935)
Largest reservoir in the United States
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Burj Khalifa - Dubai
The tallest man made structure in the world ( 824 meters)
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Kingda Ka Roller Coaster,New Jersey
World’ fastest (204kmph in 3.5 sec) and tallest (139 meters) roller coaster
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Petrona Tower Kualalampur(1998)
Second tallest (452 meters) twin building in the world
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Qinghai-Tibet Railway,China/Tibet (2005)
Highest Railway track in the world at a height of 5081 meters above sea level
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Burj Al-Arab Hotel,Dubai,UAE(1999)
Tallest operational hotel ( 300 meters)
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Three Gorges Dam, Yangtze River, China (2006)
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World’s largest hydroelectric power plant with a capacity of 22.5GwYear completed: 2006 Claim to Fame:
Akashi-Kaikyo or "Pearl" Bridge, Kobe City, Japan (1998)
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World's longest suspension bridge (3840 meters))
Karakoram Highway Pakistan/China 1998
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Highest paved road in the world (1290kms long, elevation 4.8 kms at the highest point
"Bird‘sNest”Stadium, Beijing, China 2008
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World's largest steel structure (41 kms)
Aang Kor Wat CambodiaHindu Temple built in 850AD in Cambodia
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Eiffel Tower Paris
By night During day
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THE B TECH COURSE IN ENGINEERING- AN OVERVIEW
Subjects in B Tech course
Mathematics 10%
Sciences 8%
Humanities 8%
General Engineering 25%
Special Engineering 49%
Total number of courses 50-54
Theory 70% : Practical: 30%
Every semester : 5-6 theory + 2 practical
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Kerala Technological University (KTU)
KTU has proposed a new Credit based Academic System.
No of credits to be acquired 182
Each theory course will have 3 / 4 credits ( 3 -4 hours per week)
One third evaluation internal, rest external
Minimum 45% marks ( D /E Grade?) for pass
No First Class / Distinction only CGPA Honours degree for those who get 12 extra credits(3-4 courses)
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Teaching and learning through
Theory class - Class room lectures/videos
Workshop sessions
Practical classes
Seminars and group discussions
Project work
Mini projects many semesters
Major project (final year)
Internship ( becoming mandatory)
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Remember these always
TELL ME I WILL FORGET
SHOW ME I WILL REMEMBER
INVOLVE ME I WILL LEARN
You cannot LEARN without INVOLVEMENT
ENJOY LEARNING
MAKE LEARNING A PLEASURE
So Unless You are actively involved inlearning no one can teach you
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Major differences from other courses
Sl No Particulars Arts and Science colleges Professional colleges
1 Class hours 10AM-4PM (6hrs) 8AM-400PM ( 8 hrs) OR9AM-430PM(7 ½ hrs)
2 Study through Lectures and Labs (science streams)
Lectures, Practical, Project work, Seminar, Workshop
3 Extra study Mostly reading Computers and InternetOnline courses , Video lecturesExpert lectures
4 Evaluation End of the year or Semester
Internal (1/3) + External(2/3)Continuous Evaluation during semester and End Semester Evaluation
5 Attendance 60-70% (not strict) Minimum 80%
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How to conduct your self: Theory Class ?
Attend the lectures carefully
Make notes after understanding
Do not simply copy from board, be involved
Request the teacher to explain further if you have not understood, you have a right to understand
Interact- ask questions if you don’t understand
Good teachers will be happy to answer your questions
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After the class – at home/ hostel
Spend at least half an hour at home for each subject every day
Spend at least 5 minutes to review the earlier content before the class
Read as many books to improve your understanding
You need not buy all the books, use your library, most colleges have essential books required for the students
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Enjoy doing problems
Engineering is essentially solving problems, Therefore
Do as many problems as possible in addition to those done in the class
Understand the worked examples, work it out yourself closing the book
Do as many of the exercise problems , work out and check the answers obtained with given answers.
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Examination System in Professional courses
Internal evaluation (1/3 in Kerala Technical University)
Series tests (at least two, may be more)
Assignments (not necessarily ‘take home’)
Quizzes and Tutorials
Continuous evaluation : every day you are assessed
(practical classes every experiment is evaluated)
End Semester Evaluation (2/3)
Theory Question paper set by University (
Practical Examination by Internal Examiners
Pass in a subject only on getting 45% ( Grade D/E ?)
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Practical Classes
Never miss it, if you miss, make it up at the earliest
Prepare well before going to the class
Carefully note down observations
Note down any thing special that you observeAnalyze the results and make inferences if necessary discuss with friends and teachers
Try to do experiments in innovative way
Write your record yourself, NEVER COPY
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ASSIGNMENTS AND TUTORIALS
Assignments given are not always ‘take home’Do your assignment by yourself or after discussion with friendsNEVER COPY from others You are doing harm to yourself by copyingTutorialsWork out the tutorial problems with yourfriends and compare the answersAfter studying the worked examples, do the exercise problems, check your answers
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Project Work/ seminar
Choose a topic of your own interest with guidance from teachers
Discuss with your batch mates what each other has read on the topic
Use internet to update your knowledge and share with others
Make a feasibility study before finalizing
Check the availability and cost of components to be procured
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Other methods of study
Video lectures by other professors from internet along with other friends
Discuss the topics being presented
Discussion on study topics with friends
Make learning a 24 hours a day
7 days a week
365 days in an year
Always be observant and watchful for new information relevant to your study
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Attendance requirements
In Calicut University 80% attendance is compulsory to take the Semester Exams
Up to 10% shortage can be condoned on medical grounds once in a four year course
Shortage of attendance will result in repeating the course by rejoining at the beginning of the even or odd semester
In any case you will loose an year, not semester
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Promotion to higher semesters
Earlier those who could not complete first year in two chances had to leave once for all.
Now, in KTU Promotion to higher semester only if you pass current semester .
Supplementary exam, if any, will be conducted before the next semester .
If you fail in a semester you loose an year
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To do well in examinations?
Of course there are no short cuts
Hard work and good preparation will bring you success.
But some tips for our present system of exams.
Do not rely too much on your memory.
Do not try to lean ‘by-heart’ or mug up
Analyze and remember your answers logically.
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University Exams how to score ? Collect the University question papers of the previous
years and work them out.
While answering questions:
Give illustrative figures or diagrams wherever possible.
Check the answers of numerical problems carefully to sure it is correct.
High light the important points in essay questions
Manage time effectively so that you will be able to answer all questions
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Summary – Success is yours
If you are regular in your studies
Attend all theory classes
Study subjects taught everyday
Never miss your practical classes
Do your assignments yourself
Revise topics before tests
Then you will get high internal marks
Prepare well for End semester Examinations by answering previous university questions
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What is the formula to success? There are many, but in professional courses, In my opinion and experience :
S = K * H2
K = Knowledge H = Hard work
WISHING YOU ALL SUCCESS IN GETTING ADMISSION IN A GOOD COLLEGE
AND BECOME GOOD , SOCIALLY COMMITTED ENGINEERS AFTER FOUR YEARS
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THANK YOU AND WISH YOU WELL
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ANCIENT WONDERS OF THE WORLD
Taj Mahal of India
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Machu Picchu (Peru)
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A city built in the clouds on the mountain known as Machu Picchu. It was abandoned .
Christ the Redeemer Brazil (1930)
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The 105-foot (38-meter) tall statue of "Christ the Redeemer“ in Rio de Jenero
Chichen Itza Mexico (800-900AD)
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.Chichén Itza (Mexico) - Famous Mayan temple city , once the political and economic center of the Mayan civilization
Colosseum Rome (Italy) 80AD
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The Colosseum is an Amphitheatre in elliptical shape in the centre of the city of Rome, Italy.
Petra Jordan ( 312 BC)
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Petra is a historical and archaeological city in the Southern Jordan famous for its rock-cut architecture and water conduit system
Great Wall of China (220-206BC)
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The Great Wall of China made of stone, brick, tamped earth, wood, and other materials, built along historical northern borders of China 8850Kms long
LEADING A TEAM THAT BUILDS ANOTHER MARVEL IN ENGINEERING FOUR YEARS FROM NOW
LET US HOPE AT LEAST A FEW OF YOU WILL BE