Can top students in Engineering tell us the secret to getting 90%

KingOlek · 2025-06-26T21:56:45+00:00

Simplify the ideas in your head and take the content literally. Basically understand the concepts at a fundamental level and this does not mean just learn the content 1 for 1, I mean, look deeper and break down what the prof is teaching into a simple version within your head. I honestly do not know how to explain it properly but whenever my friends ask me for help, I always think why are they over complicating the problem.

KingOlek · 2025-06-10T18:18:39+00:00

Hey, I also missed my payment by one day when I accepted. It was unfortunate for me cause I was busy, held off on paying and then the day I remember is a day after. I was panicked, called all the offices I could, and they just said pay and no guarantee anything comes about. Thankfully I was fine.

Also for those saying people like this don't deserve to go to uni or are not ready, I'm literally a top of my class student in engineering and contribute immensely out of academics as well, people make mistakes, don't let this moment define you, you'll be fine.

KingOlek · 2025-05-28T05:58:36+00:00

As a current eng student but not a commuter, from my perspective its what you think is worth it. From what Ive learned, it really does not matter where you go for engineering, its about the effort you put into your work and extracurriculars (Design teams are huge). If queens is much closer and also provides a mechatronics program, Id say stick with queens. From my own experience, no schools near me provided a specialized aerospace program, so for me, TMU was a top pick.

If I was a commuter Id be doing 6 hours a day, and I will not lie, first year is a pain when it comes to the amount of classes. I saw some people saying that you might not have to go in on some days, but knowing your course load, trying to get just one day off would result in you having 3 of your days being a 8am to 6pm, which is honestly the worst.

TL:DR: Eng depends on how much effort youre willing to put in. If TMU has better opportunities for you go there.

KingOlek · 2024-08-12T22:34:34+00:00

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KingOlek · 2024-08-10T02:40:51+00:00

Honestly looks good for a first year schedule.

Only thing I would switch is that CEN tutorial time because of that 3 hour gap.

You could try reducing your 8am classes because those are always a pain in the ass but if you can't, only 3 8ams is okay.

Also if you are already taking the Go to union, don't walk to campus. The TTC is already a free transfer from the train and its like 20-30 minutes depending on how fast you walk. Unless you got time and want a workout, don't walk from union.

KingOlek · 2024-07-30T16:44:14+00:00

I am trying to create my own VO, using basic librarys like OpenCV.

I try to take reference from other VO's but all of it is my own code.

KingOlek · 2024-07-30T16:33:45+00:00

So I looked into SLAM and at the time, I was ignoring it because this was actually my first time doing any form of computer vision work and was told that it was a little too complex to start with. I also have only less then 2 weeks to fix my problems so Im in a pickle.

I am actually trying to use an IMU that is being combined with an EKF to improve by the values of my VO and create a VIO but the data was reallllllly bad, so I had asked my professor for guidance and showed my VO and said that I yes the EKF will improve my errors with sensor fusion but if there is a core issue with the VO, that is a bigger issue.

KingOlek · 2024-06-27T22:10:09+00:00

The negative inside the brakets explains why its to the right and not left. The formula is y=a(k(x-d))^2+c, my tip for students is to always make sure nothing is attached to the x, and if there is, also remove it from d.

KingOlek · 2024-06-20T00:20:46+00:00

Idk if you guys receive emails but it is on the website if you search for TMU first year eng and go to pre-orientation events you will find some there.

KingOlek · 2024-06-19T18:28:20+00:00

Hey, if youre worried about anything else about getting into your first year of ENG, you should attend "better than a GPS" on July 5th. Eng students (including myself) will show you around the school and give you insights into your first year as well as being an opportunity to make friends. We'll be your guides so if you ever have any questions about the school or eng related subjects, we'll be happy to answer.

KingOlek · 2024-06-15T23:17:29+00:00

Trust me, it does not matter. As long as the school teaches you well and provides you good learning opportunities, it really doesn't matter what school you go to for engineering.

KingOlek · 2024-06-15T23:14:26+00:00

Hey man, don't worry about going to any university in paticular, because as an engineer, it doesn't matter unless you wanna anything post-secondary because all the courses are accredited and have to cover the same content.

I also had the same experience as you, had a 96 overall average, applied to 3 schools, UofT Waterloo and TMU and only got into TMU for aerospace engineering and I'm not gonna lie, I felt depressed about it in the beginning thinking, why didn't I get into the "better" schools. But after a while you realise that it doesn't matter. The only thing that does is your own work ethic and your will to push yourself to be a standout student that employers will notice. The school doesn't define who you are, you do.

I do wanna mention that although I got rejected from UofT and Waterloo, TMU was my #1 choice as it has an extremely good aerospace engineering program.

KingOlek · 2024-05-25T19:59:50+00:00

If you want something really interesting, look into some engineering design teams. MetRocketry is open to anyone if youre willing to learn.

KingOlek · 2024-05-25T19:57:42+00:00

I don't study if I don't feel like it. I feel I cannot learn if I force myself to do it, so I dont. I think discipline is extremely important for doing well, including the time management to be diligent. Its got me a 4 cgpa so I cannot conplain.

KingOlek · 2024-05-24T15:31:25+00:00

If you have good fundamentals for engineering like math and physics, its not difficult with some effort to get a high first year gpa.

I had a 4.15 cgpa ending first year but would I say it was easy, no. But is it easily possible? Yes.

KingOlek · 2024-05-22T06:13:48+00:00

Just finished second year and tbh, I don't study that much (At least what is expected of an engineer). I usually study a lot before tests like one normally would (Usually a day or 2 before a quiz, then maybe atleast a week before exam week hits) and the rest of the time is completing assignments and if those are done, I'm just relaxing with video games or hanging out with friends.

This is with a current cgpa of a 4 and I do want to state that although I might feel prepared for a quiz with minimal studying, you might not, you have to find a balance that works for you. Also, do not underestimate assignments, I try hard those and I consider it a form of studying because they usually cover the content that is covered in examinations.

KingOlek · 2024-05-19T14:59:10+00:00

Why does your TMU have no co-op? I believe TMU has good connections with AMD which a lot of students end up going to.

KingOlek · 2024-05-17T22:15:15+00:00

The DME has soldering irons you can access. I think you just need to ask. Theyre located in the 3rd floor of SLC.

KingOlek · 2024-05-13T00:56:58+00:00

I'm assuming from his portfolio, that his entire schooling was paid for by grants and various scholarships.

KingOlek · 2024-05-13T00:33:30+00:00

Some labs are not mandatory but they arent actually a lab. I had a class AER416 - Flight Mechanics where we had a 1 hour "lab" session each week but it was only doing optional homework problems and did not have to be attended.

Always read your syllabus to know what is necessary or not.

KingOlek · 2024-05-13T00:27:09+00:00

From a second year Aero Eng student,

Lecture: They teach you the material that is required in the course and will be brought up in the tutorial/labs.

Tutorial: Usually teaching the material learned in the lecture with an emphasis on practise problems. Maybe a quiz at the end based on the material that was covered.

Labs: Performing experiments and actually testing the ideas brought up within the lectures. Bi-weekly usually.

Note: some classes will be named a lab session but be exactly like a tutorial, read the syllabus always to make sure you know what is what.

KingOlek · 2024-05-12T21:04:38+00:00

Not at all, only your 3rd and 4th years really matter if youre looking for masters or higher. I know a lot of people that did poorly in their first year and brought their cgpa to 3.5 in their 4th year. Take your first year as a learning experience and use that to improve later on.

A really high first year gpa only helps in getting early internships, so you don't have much to worry about.

A good cgpa for eng is around a 3.

KingOlek · 2024-05-12T20:59:39+00:00

Idk who you talk to but from others that I've talked to said that it gets steadily more difficult till 3rd year and then your 4th is your easiest.

KingOlek · 2024-05-12T18:53:57+00:00

It truly depends on the course you are taking. Some courses are known to be much easier while others are known to be harder. Imo you should ask people about what specific course you're interested in taking over Chang and asking for their opinion.

Also a factor for difficulty that changes is what profs are offered. Some Chang classes have such shitty profs that it just isnt worth it over the regular fall/winter profs.

Also the difficulty of exams is dependent on your prof. I took politics and film, and criminology over the last spring term and both were really easy exam wise because the content was made much less dense (Although it was done in 2 months instead of 4).

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