Thought Overflow

So, exams start day after tomorrow. YAY! (Sarcastic “yay” in case you’re wondering). This time, I’d better do better than last time. I’m hoping to get >85%, but realistically aiming for 82+. Since most of you don’t know any of my subjects (and consequently, my talking about them would probably be a waste), here’s a small subject-wise list of how well I’m prepared for each of them (hey, online space is free… it doesn’t cost to blog!):

• Electrical Technology : Originally, this subject was a pain in the arse, primarily because the teacher didn’t do a fine job teaching. However, it’s more or less an easy subject. Thankfully, I’ve got a fantastic textbook for it, and am hoping to do well in it. I’d be disappointed if I got less than 80% for this one.
• OOPS through JAVA : We didn’t have a lecturer for about the first month. We finally got one, and he turned out to be soft-spoken (read : the class played with him like one plays with a mute cat). Anyway, it’s a computer programming language, meaning it should be up my sleeve! However, we only get one day to prepare for me, so that’s making me a tad bit nervous. Hopefully, around 85% here.
• Switching Theory and Logic Design : Our seniors and other faculty members told me that it’s easy to score (marks, that is) in this subject. However, I find it a little confusing. Also, I didn’t particularly like our lecturer… she should perhaps have concentrated more on what she was teaching than on telling us about our mannerisms and what else is wrong with our generation… no harm, though, she was probably just trying to help. Preparation for this subject : If her notes are enough, I’m good. If not, I’m going down . This basically means that either I’m going to get >85 or <75
• ElectroMagnetic Waves and Transmission Lines : Every semester, there’s at least one subject with which I share a hate-hate relationship. This semester, it’s EMTL. The first unit was somewhat simple, but all the other units combined to give me a knock-out sucker punch. I did get my back with the last 2 units, though… I seem to have got the hang of them. If I can prepare at least 6 units satisfactorily, I’ll be happy to get in the 70s for this subject.
• Analog Communication : Ah, my subject . I’ve liked it from the beginning, and we had a great lecturer. The only small bump in the road is that I missed a couple of important classes, and he hasn’t fully completed the syllabus. Still, I hope with the right preparation, the 80s should be very difficult. With a little (or maybe a lot of) luck, maybe even the higher 80s.
• Control Structures : The last time this lecturer taught us, he did a brilliant job but it wasn’t very exam-oriented teaching… we all ended up getting low marks. This time, however, he’s confident that we’ll get good marks in this subject. He’s completed about 95% of the syllabus, I’ve understood every single concept in this class, and we have 3 holidays to prepare for it. Things are looking good. I’m hoping I can score maximum marks in this one. Maybe even >90%?

And so, there you are… my pre-exam report. I will be logging during the exams and posting updates. Weeks later, when the result is out, I’ll let you know whether my predictions were correct or waaaay off target. In the meantime, enjoy your popcorn and watch this space… this space right here… keep watching…. (sucker :P)

*Note: All predicted marks are highly optimistic predictions. I hope I get that much, because if I don’t, I’d skin myself alive.

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