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12 things you need to know before starting the first year of engineering

Published on 15 Sep 2020. Written by Mukta Manshi

12 things you need to know before starting the first year of engineering

In India, quite a large portion of the youth is inclined towards pursuing engineering, from the top engineering colleges like IITs, NITs, IIITs, GFTIs, etc. We invest our day and night to crack some of the most difficult examinations around the world, to get admission into our dream colleges for further studies. But never does anybody tell us about what are the prerequisites of getting into any university/institution. In this article, we will be sharing what things you need to know before starting your first year of engineering.

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10 essential tips for first-year engineering students

Published on 15 Sep 2020. Written by Mukta Manshi

10 essential tips for first-year engineering students

Engineering is one of the most prestigious and sought after degrees in the world today. Almost all of the jobs are getting automated rapidly and competition has only made things worse. We all know that but how many of you know the small tricks of the trade that we must put into practice so that our journey is a lot more different, challenging and worthwhile?

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7 useful study tricks for first-year engineering students

Published on 15 Sep 2020. Written by Athulya menon

7 useful study tricks for first-year engineering students

College is an exciting time in our lives wherein we gain the freedom to be responsible for ourselves. It is also the first time many of us leave our homes to stay online. Hence, it can be both a terrifying and exciting experience. Not only does it provide us with an excellent opportunity to make new friends, but it also helps us explore our personality and try new things. Many people pick up new skills and passions in college. Furthermore, it also allows you to explore your academic interests and grow as a student. However, making so many adjustments might be a daunting task. Moreover, the pressure you feel in wanting to perform well can also be challenging to manage. Therefore, finding effective study techniques and study methods that work for you is crucial. In this article, we will take a look at a few study tips for college students to ensure you succeed.

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What are the productive things for first-year students to do during their free time in college?

Published on 15 Sep 2020. Written by Ankita Gupta

What are the productive things for first-year students to do during their free time in college?

College education holds a vital place in shaping the career of the students. It is the stage where one has to be quite active and pragmatic to have a bright future. During the college years, there is a greater need on the part of students to analyse their weaknesses and strengths for successful planning. They should start working on several important aspects right from their first year of college. By learning several skills and making themselves more able, they can compete in their fields more strongly.

For the engineering students, they have to engage themselves in productive activities right from the first year. 

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Top competitive exams for engineering students to prepare during their first year

Published on 05 Sep 2020. Written by Athulya menon

Top competitive exams for engineering students to prepare during their first year

India is extremely competitive due to its large population and a limited number of college seats and government jobs. Most people in India have at some point of time prepared for a competitive exam. Due to their importance, there are several coaching centres which teach you how to prepare for competitive exams. These centres give students tips to crack competitive exams and help prepare them for the same. However, did you know you don’t have to wait until your final year to start preparing? Rather than waiting until the last minute and then rushing to a coaching centre, it is better to start early. Many students start in their first year to make sure they have enough time to cover all the topics. In this article, we will take a look at how to prepare for competitive exams and which exams you can keep a look-out for during your first year.

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10 cool things to learn during the first year of engineering

Published on 05 Sep 2020. Written by Athulya menon

10 cool things to learn during the first year of engineering

Summary

The first year of engineering is probably the one that gets by the fastest. That is precisely why you need the first year of engineering survival guide to make sure you do things right. Your +2 years are chaotic and busy due to all the coaching centres and entrance exam preparations. College is the prize you earn at the end of that long road, and it is the start of something extraordinary. We also head to college in search of different things. Along the way, we end up making a home for ourselves in these colleges- a home away from home. Since the experience is entirely new, most people want tips for first-year students to help them make it through the first year. So here’s the first year of engineering survival guide to make sure you pick up some cool things in your first year.

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8 Must To Do Activities in First Year of Engineering(B.Tech)

Published on 05 Sep 2020. Written by Athulya menon

8 Must to do activities in B.Tech 1st year

Summary

Everyone keeps telling us that the 12th standard is one of the most important years in our lives. Yet, as soon as we are done with that starts a plethora of exams and tests that define which college we get into. The entire time can be quite harrowing and daunting as it puts a lot of pressure on kids, irrespective of what their aspirations might be. For most students, the switch from school to college is a genuine and wonderful experience that serves as a coming of age phenomenon. 

That is why most people ask for tips for engineering students because they know how challenging the road ahead can be. But, students don’t need to be too worried about what is yet to come. Engineering is a fun, rewarding and challenging course that teaches us some very useful life skills. Knowing how a BTech student should study can help make these years a lot more fun and less stressful. So, here’s a look at a few tips for engineering students to help you understand how a BTech student should study.

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Best Software Courses for Mechanical Engineering Students

Published on 03 May 2020. Written by Athri Nandan

Best software courses for mechanical engineering students

Summary

Hey there to everyone giving a read to this article! Generally, these days, in the world where there is a lot of technology is in progress and so is the building up of economies of all the countries in the world, building structures be it public or private or for attraction purpose, is one of the most important aspects of it, because they are signs of a lot of things that are happening around us, Structures speak a lot about our place, development and culture. don’t you’ll think?

But, did you’ll ever think of the masterminds behind these structures who are of course mechanical and civil engineers, but when it comes to designing, a major chunk of the work is completed by a mechanical engineer and the software he uses! Did you’ll even wonder about the mechanical engineering software used behind all there? Well then, the time has come for you’ll to learn more about mechanical software and some mechanical software online courses through this article!

Although all of you’ll have heard about the CAD software like SKETCHUP, AUTOCAD, SOLIDWORKS, CATIA, AUTODESK INVENTOR, etc and what not! But you’ll have never known the actual use and benefits of using such software, right? So, what else are we waiting for? Let’s start our article first by knowing about mechanical engineering and then knowing about the various mechanical design software and the benefits of using them. Later, we will move onto some of the most useful and trustful online course for learning various software.

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Major Design Projects for Mechanical Engineering(with Videos)

Published on 19 Apr 2020. Written by Dineshkumar E

List of major design projects for mechanical engineering students

Mechanical engineering is an interdisciplinary field which covers all the major concepts of engineering such as structural analysis, thermodynamics, robotics, fluid mechanics, kinematics, material science, etc. and also overlaps with other branches of engineering like mechatronics, aeronautical, metallurgical, marine, chemical, civil, petroleum, and many more.

To become a successful mechanical engineer, you should upgrade your skills with the latest technologies. The best way to develop your skills is by building projects, in this post we will discuss, design projects and major projects for mechanical. Also, some tips to save your project cost.

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Best IEEE based design projects for mechanical engineering students

Published on 12 Apr 2020. Written by Dineshkumar E

Best IEEE based design projects for mechanical engineering students

“No TECH without MECH”   

Well said right! From a water bottle to rocket everything involves mechanical engineering. Today the advancement that we achieved in major fields is possible because of mechanical engineering and design which played a major role in all parts.

All the innovations what we have now was once a student’s final year project or mini-project in their academics. So by developing an innovative project will give you a chance to become a great entrepreneur in the future. To help you with that, this article gives you a list of best IEEE projects and design projects for mechanical engineering students.

Discover more IEEE projects

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