Midterm exams (3 of them) will last exactly 50 minutes. Each midterm exam will contain approximately 10 short-answer problems, but may deviate from that number to adjust the average time for completion. The final exam will last 3 hours and contain approximately 35 Prarie-Learn style short answer and/or multiple-choice problems, again, adjusted for difficulty. To each exam, including the final, you may bring:
- One or more pencils for solving problems on scratch paper.
- A straight-edge if you feel you may have trouble reading a graph
You may not bring a calculator, help sheet, or any electronic devices. A desktop calculator and/or an online calculator is available and a simple desktop calculator might be available.
You may use the online software provided by the testing facility.
You may also gain some practice for working without a calculator in this WORKSHEET.
Internet access is neither available nor allowed.
How to Study for Midterm Exams
Midterm Exams are self-scheduled then taken between the dates made available. Your allotted time is 50 minutes. The exams will cover the learning objectives from the Lectures and Homework Assignments as described by your instructors. See the course announcements for more detailed information. To study for Midterms, we recommend the following:
- Complete and review all homework assignments with due dates prior to the exam.
- Review Lecture material (slides) and the course notes (online). See the "worked examples" there as well.
- Work through practice exams made available through PrairieLearn. Multiple instances may be generated. Login to https://prairielearn.engr.illinois.edu/.
- Work through old exams below. Be aware that material was distributed differently in the past and the coverage material has changed somewhat. Study problems that are associated with current learning objectives.
- Attend the review Session from Eta Kappa Nu, generally held in 1002 ECEB. The materials from those sessions will be shared when available.
- Visit office hours of your favorite instructor or course aide to get additional help.
Second-Chance Testing (Retake Exams)
Second-Chance Testing (retake) may be available, approximately one week after the exam was originally given. If offered, you would need to earn the privilege by completing a "Makeup" assignment (earning a minimum grade, TBA) that will also earn points towards your PrairieLearn homework score. More information on this will be provided by your instructor at that time. Highest course grades are always possible when you do your best on the original exam offering.
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