Studying Successful Study Strategies for Machine Design and Shigley's ME Design Book

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Successful strategies for studying for the Machine Design course using Shigley's mechanical engineering design book emphasize understanding core principles over attempting to solve every problem. Students recommend focusing on key concepts and identifying which mathematical problems are most likely to appear on exams. It is suggested to prioritize practice on problems that align with these principles, as they often recur in exams. Additionally, leveraging study groups and discussing challenging topics with peers can enhance comprehension. Time management is crucial, especially when balancing multiple courses, so creating a structured study plan that allocates time to the most relevant topics is advised.
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People who have passed Machine Design course & followed Shigley's mechanical engineering design book how did you study for exams? Please provide some study strategies that have worked well for you.

So I have Machine Design course for this semester & I find it really tough.Our professor is following Shigley's mechanical engineering design book.Each chapter in this book contains 100+ maths which is nearly impossible to solve within this short period time.I have other big courses too. So I want to study those maths which have higher possibilities to come in the final exam. How do I figure out which maths to study & which one to skip? People who have successfully passed this course please share your study strategies & other resources which helped you.Thanks in advance.
 
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... So I have Machine Design course for this semester & I find it really tough.
Welcome!
I have passed Machine Design.
I am not familiar with that books and its problems; but, we may help you some if you tell us more about what do you find so difficult about the subject.
The way I see it, I would focus on understanding the principles very well, rather than trying to complete hundreds of problems where those basic principles are applicable.
 
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