Engineering Mathematics (MTS 101) is often cited as the most difficult course for new students. But with the right strategy, it doesn't have to be a GPA killer.
Starting university is a massive transition. You are moving from the guided environment of secondary school to the absolute freedom of campus life. In this guide, we break down the exact steps to mastering your calculations.
1. Don't Skip the Tutorials
Lectures introduce the concept, but tutorials are where you actually learn to solve the problems. Most exam questions are tweaked versions of tutorial questions.
"Mathematics is not a spectator sport. You cannot learn it by watching the lecturer solve it on the board. You must solve it yourself."
2. Download Past Questions Early
Don't wait until exam week. Visit our Library Page and download the last 5 years of MTS 101 questions. Notice the patterns. Does the lecturer always set a matrix question in Section A?
Key Topics to Focus On:
- Matrices and Determinants
- Complex Numbers
- Vector Algebra
- Differential Calculus
3. Form a Study Group
Find 2 or 3 serious course mates. Teaching someone else is the fastest way to verify if you truly understand a topic. If you can't explain it simply, you don't understand it well enough.
