FET study plan

Solve 15 linear-system and matrix problems by hand and with a calculator, including 3x3 inverses and determinants.

Compute derivatives, integrals, and Taylor-series approximations for 10 engineering functions without references.

Apply 2D particle and rigid-body equilibrium to 12 statics problems, drawing complete free-body diagrams.

Compute moments, centroids, and area moments of inertia for 6 composite shapes.

Solve 12 dynamics problems using Newton-Euler equations, work-energy, and impulse-momentum.

Draw normal, shear, and bending-moment diagrams for 5 determinate beams.

Calculate axial stress, strain, and deformation for 8 loaded members, including thermal expansion.

Identify failure modes and select material properties for 4 design cases.

Apply first and second laws to 10 closed and open systems, including entropy changes.

Analyze 4 power cycles (Rankine, Brayton, Otto, refrigeration) and compute thermal efficiency or COP.

Compute conduction, convection, and radiation heat transfer for 6 steady-state problems.

Perform a hazard analysis (HAZOP or FMEA) on a simple process and rank 5 risks.

Solve 10 fluid statics and pipe-flow problems using Bernoulli, continuity, and Darcy-Weisbach.

Compute pump head, system curves, and operating points for 3 pump systems.

Evaluate 6 engineering economics problems using present worth, annual worth, and rate of return.

Apply a professional code of ethics to 5 scenarios and justify each decision in 3 sentences.

Compute probabilities using binomial, normal, and exponential distributions for 10 scenarios.

Perform linear regression and interpret R-squared, confidence intervals, and hypothesis tests on 2 datasets.

Solve 10 DC and AC circuit problems using KVL, KCL, Thevenin, and phasors.

Compute power, power factor, and transformer quantities for 5 systems.

Select sensors and specify range, resolution, and accuracy for 5 measurement tasks.

Analyze open- and closed-loop control systems; compute steady-state error and sketch step responses for 4 systems.

Apply safety factors, fail-safe design, and risk controls to 4 design scenarios.

Explain the role of standards, codes, and professional responsibility in 3 design decisions.

Re-solve 15 previously missed problems from mechanics, materials, fluids, and hydraulics without notes.

Compute open-channel flow, hydraulic radius, and critical depth for 6 channel problems.

Analyze combined loading and stress transformations with Mohr's circle for 5 cases.

Build a personal 20-item formula and unit-conversion sheet from memory, then verify it.

Take two timed 55-question half-exams under exam conditions and score at least 80% each.

Review the full error log and rework the 20 highest-risk missed items to correct reasoning.

Rehearse unit checks, calculator use, and pacing at about 2.5 minutes per question.

Write a one-page exam-day checklist covering references, timing, and guessing strategy.