Standard syllabus
Qualifying exam prep · Graduate · Engineering
Topics
Core technical review
- Program-specific core topic inventory
- Undergraduate fundamentals refresher by discipline
- Graduate coursework concept consolidation
- Mathematical methods: linear algebra and PDEs
- Probability and statistics for engineering research
- Numerical methods and computational fluency
- Technical writing and equation derivation practice
- Timed problem sets under exam conditions
- Past qualifying exam problem archives
- Faculty expectations and rubric interpretation
Breadth and depth preparation
- Identifying weak areas via diagnostic exams
- Creating a structured study schedule
- Oral exam presentation preparation (if required)
- Whiteboard derivation practice sessions
- Peer study groups and reciprocal teaching
- Office hours with faculty on exam scope
- Reference textbook and notes organization
- Common proof techniques in engineering theory courses
- Linking research interests to exam topics
- Stress management and exam-day logistics
Pricing
Graduate-level rates are set on consultation. See the pricing page for K–12 and undergraduate rates.