Revision

[Royston]

I searched for a similar thread, but couldn't find anything.

 

I have my first exam (in 14 years ) which covers physics i.e kinematics to basic QM and practically everything in between...so a lot to go over. This course consisted of 7 books roughly 250 pages each.

 

I've worked out a revision strategy, such as going over chapter summaries and refreshing my memory on information, which I've forgotten or had trouble with. Setting aside a day each week to practice the math, as well as collating the main principles. I'm also going to answer as many questions from each category for practice, which are on a DVD I get with the course, as well as tackling a specimen exam paper.

 

I also have revision notes courtesy of my Uni, where the course materials are condensed into a few pages, outlining the main points and equations et.c.All easier said than done, as I'm sure I'll end up spending too much time on one thing, or panicking about another. TBH I'm pooing my pants over sitting an exam after so long. Looking over the specimen exam paper last night, I've forgotten quite a bit. This of course can be rectified, providing my strategy is a sound one.

 

So, does this seem to be a good revision plan ? Do any of you smart cookies have some revision tactics they'd like to share. Any help or advice would be really appreciated.

[ajb]

All I can suggest is that you do example after example and read as many past papers as possible. Some times you can "spot" likely questions from your notes. Try to learn all of the derivations given during lectures.

 

You always run the risk of missing something in your revision, but that is life. If you have done all the course work you should be in good shape.

 

Good luck with it all.