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5 Keys to DOMINATING the Engineer in Training exam – Part 1

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Without Further ado…

THE 5 KEYS TO DOMINATING NOW: Setting yourself up to DOMINATE the Engineer in Training exam from the start

When I look back to when I was preparing for the Engineer in Training exam, I see that my success was just as much from how I structured my studies as it was the time I actually spent studying.  How you set up your studies is a characteristic that will rear its head from the beginning through the end.  We want to make sure that this is a positive enhancement, not a hindrance, to our studies.

To amplify the success rate of your studies, you need to focus upfront on the cylinders of your engine; focus on the minute details so they don’t seep out later only to annihilate your momentum.

Here are the first two of the five tips that will ensure you are at the top of your game from the start.

1.  CONSOLIDATE YOUR RESOURCES

Get your hands on a solid, high quality Engineer in Training review book!  Don’t expect to be able to dominate the exam without a consolidated resource.  Not to say it’s not possible, but expecting yourself to piece together relevant material in the time period that you have will only put a strain on your studies and slap your productivity in the face.

2.  CONNECT YOUR MIND TO YOUR PHYSICAL UNDERTAKING

Ask yourself what your goal is.  I know this is probably an obvious answer, “I want to pass the Engineer in Training exam!”. Take it a step further than that, you will really set yourself in the right mindset to dominate the EIT exam.

The process of becoming a Professional Engineer is a serious endeavor taking pure dedication and commitment to a long journey that lasts more than the short period of time you study for the EIT exam.  We are Engineers, and it’s not easy becoming one, if it was, everyone would do it.  So ask yourself, are you committed for this journey?  Do you have a support group around you that understands the undertaking of such a journey?  Think long term, think about the ultimate goal.  Doing this will allow your mind to focus on the big picture, helping you keep steady when you encounter the small obstacles along the way.  Write down your goals and revisit when focus and motivation is needed.

In the next post I will go a bit deeper in to the 5 tips that I feel will help your success in taking the Engineer in Training Exam.  Until then, take care of you and your loved ones.

What should I do the night before the Engineer in Training exam?

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Rounding the corner in to the final night prior to the Engineer in Training exam is a crucial time that could either make or break you depending on how you approach it. If you choose to use the time as cram session, you run the risk of not only being mentally worn out for the exam, but you instill a feeling of desperation that will lead to panic and test anxiety. These feelings are counterproductive to taking a good exam.

Instead, concentrate the night before on disengaging and rejuvenating your mind for the journey to come. If you feel the urge and have well organized notes, you can run through them prior to bed, strictly reinforcing, but not trying to memorize. The goal is to not study the night before, focus on relaxing, your performance will be much improved versus the alternative.

Check out the study guide for more helpful recommendations from my experience with the Engineer in Training exam.

How do I effectively use the Engineer in Training practice exams?

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There are many ways that you can approach this one. In my experience though, the best way to get the most out of your practice exams is to use them at strategic points during your EIT exam preparation. When I was studying for the Engineer in Training exam, I purchased 2 different practice exams. I took the first exam prior to opening my Review manual to the first chapter. I definitely wasn’t prepared and pretty much bombed it, but looking back, know that this was necessary, as it established a baseline for what I needed to focus on.

At the end of my studies, a week before sitting for the exam, I took the same exact exam as I previously did to see what I had learned over the duration of my studies.  This exam went much better, but was still a little sketchy and I struggled mightily on things such as time management and problem comprehension. This is expected though, so to hone in on my test taking skills, I waited a day or two and took the final practice exam, structuring it the most realistically as I could under timed conditions.

Using the practice exams throughout your studies will help focus your efforts on where you are lacking ability and comprehension.  Structuring these exams as closely to what you would expect on test day will really help you polish up on your test management skills as well as give you that extra boost of confidence going in to exam day.

Check out the resource page for my recommendations for practice exams

Is there anywhere I could find actual exam problems and solutions from recent Engineer in Training exams?

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I am unsure of this, but if you can, it’s certainly not legal, and I highly recommend against seeking and/or using such material. This is a very serious offense towards the NCEES and further compromises the integrity of the exam. The NCEES Engineer in Training exam is copyright in full and no examinee is allowed to reproduce or disclose any information relating to a specific exam. This includes but is not limited to discussing any exam questions, answers, solutions, or other problems on the Internet, forums, or any other related means.

What are the passing rates for the Engineer in Training Exam?

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As taken from the NCEES website, the passing rates from the April 2010 Engineer in Training exam were as follows:

Exam Module First-time takers Repeat takers
Chemical 86% 46%
Civil 75% 33%
Electrical 72% 27%
Environmental 82% 38%
Industrial 69% 33%
Mechanical 83% 34%
Other Disciplines 78% 32%

Other Disciplines module breakdown by examinee degree

Examinees’ college/university degree discipline First-time takers Repeat takers
Aeronautical/Aerospace 84% 57%
Agricultural 83% 53%
Architectural 77% 37%
Biological 80% 40%
Biomedical 81% 33%
Chemical 79% 41%
Civil 70% 29%
Computer 52% 15%
Electrical 61% 24%
Engineering Mechanics 67% 17%
Engineering Physics 80% 18%
Environmental 79% 23%
General Engineering 82% 26%
Geological and Geophysical 56% 21%
Materials 86% 0%
Mechanical 84% 41%
Mining and Mineral 67% 48%
Naval Architecture and Marine 84% 38%
Nuclear 90% 0%
Ocean 71% 29%
Petroleum 61% 69%
Structural 81% 53%

Do I get my money back if I do not pass or miss the Engineer in Training exam?

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Unfortunately, you do not receive a refund if you fail the Engineer in Training exam.  If prior to the exam, you know you will be missing it, and have a valid reason for doing so, you can contact your State board and they may grant you a postponement.  Each board is unique in the way they handle these instances, so it’s important you contact your Board immediately upon something coming up.  Visit the State by State requirements page for more information.

What is the cost of the Engineer in Training exam?

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The cost of the Engineer in Training Exam varies from state to state. Some states don’t require you to pay any application fee for the exam, while others could charge up to $200 to sit for the exam. It’s best that you refer to your specific State’s requirements on the dedicate State Requirements page.

Where do I get the NCEES supplied Engineering formulas?

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The most commonly used formulas for all the topics covered in the Engineer in Training exam can be found in the NCEES supplied Reference Handbook.  Refer to this link regarding the review of the Reference Manual prior to the exam.  You can download the NCEES Reference Handbook HERE…

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