POINTERS FOR BOARD

EXAMINEES
For TIP Candidates for Graduation
in ENGINEERING
(also for GRADUATES)
 PLANNING FOR THE REAL
REVIEW
MAKE A CHECKLIST OF ALL THE SUBJECTS
IN ECE STARTING FROM MATHEMATICS TO
THE MAJOR SUBJECTS
PREPARE A BREAKDOWN OF SUBTOPICS FOR
EVERY SUBJECT. (you will be overwhelmed by
the enormous topics that you will have to
study. Don’t worry, it is a part of the process)
PREPARE A CHECKLIST OF ALL THE
MATERIALS NEEDED FOR THE REVIEW.
 PLANNING FOR THE REAL
REVIEW
---- Your material checklist must include from
the smallest & simplest thing up to the big
one’s. (example eraser, pencil, scratch paper,
binder, ballpen, calculator, books & notebooks
up to study table, computer, etc.)
COLLECT REVIEW MATERIALS AS MANY AS
POSSIBLE FROM DIFFERENT SOURCES. (
Previous notes & books, lectures notes from
review centers, board exam problem
compilations, lecture notes from other
schools, reviewer books, etc.)
PLANNING FOR THE REAL
REVIEW
PREPARE A TIME-TABLE FOR THE
COMPREHENSIVE PERSONAL REVIEW
HOW TO PREPARE A WELL
PLANNED SCHEDULE
 COMPUTE FOR THE TIME ALLOCATION IN EACH
GROUP OF SUBJECT
April to September (October 2009 Board Exam) (6 months)
(28 weeks From April 1 – October 11), 7 weeks per category
Note :
Subject Listing & Materials Preparation ------ 7 days
Mathematics ---------------- April 1 – May 17
GEAS --------------------------May 18 – July 5
Electronics Eng’g------------- July 6 – August 23
Electronics Systems & Technologies(Communications
Engineering) -----------------– Aug 24 – Oct 11
 SAMPLE CHECKLIST OF MATH
1. Algebra 7. Differential Equations
2. Trigonometry 8. Advanced Mathematics
3. Solid Mensuration
4. Analytic Geometry
5. Differential Calculus
6. Integral Calculus
 Sample of Sub Topics in
ALGEBRA
1. 4 Fundamental Operations 9. Mixture problems
2. Linear equations 10. Combinations
3. Binomial theorem
4. Quadratic equation
5. Geometric progression
6. Arithmetic Progression
7. Clock problems
8. Age problems
 TIME TABLE FOR EACH
SUBJECT IN MATHEMATICS
(APRIL 15 - MAY 17)
Week Number 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Inclusive Dates Apr 1-5 Apr 6-12 Apr 13- Apr 20 - Apr 27- May 4 - May 11
19 26 May 3 10 - 17
Algebra
Trigonometry
Solid Mensuration
Analytic Geometry
Differential Calculus
Integral Calculus
Differential Equations
Advanced Mathematics
 Algebra
April 1-5
Date 1 2 3 4 5

4 -Fundamental Operations

Binomial Theorem, Linear Equations, Quadratic Equations

Ratio, Proportion and Variation

Matrix theory

Clock Problem, Mixture problem, Age Problem

Complex numbers, Mathematical Induction

Logic and probability

Combinations, Statistics

Arithmetic progression, Geometric progression

Equations and inequalities

 GEAS
1. Chemistry 10. Laws & Ethics
2. Physics - Specs & Contracts
3. Eng’g Economics - Telecoms & Broadcasting
4. Eng’g Mechanics Laws & Regulations
5. Strength of Materials - ECE Law of 2004
6. Thermodynamics - Code of Prof Ethics & conduct
7. Eng’g materials - Phil Electronics Code
8. Eng’g Management
 GEAS TIME-TABLE
(MAY18 - JULY 5)
WEEK 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
Inclusive dates May 18 May 25- Jun 1-7 Jun 8- Jun 15- Jun 22- Jun 29-
-24 31 14 21 28 Jul 5
Physics

Chemistry

Eng’g mech

Strength of Materials

Eng’g Eco

Thermo

Eng’g materials

Eng’g Mgt

Laws & Ethics – Specs & Contracts

- Telecoms & Broadcasting Laws & Regulations

- Electronics Eng’g Law 0f 2004

- Code of Prof Ethics & Conduct

- Phil Electronic Code

 ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING
1. Electricity/Magnetism Fund
2. Electrical Ckts
3. Solid State Devices/Ckts
4. Power Generator/sources/Principles/Applications
5. Electronic(Audio/RF) Analysis/Design
6. Test & Measurements
7. Microelectronics
8. Industrial Electronics/Principles/Applications
9. Computer Principles
 ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING
TIME-TABLE
(JULY 6 – AUGUST 23)

WEEK 15 16 17 18 19 20 21

Inclusive Dates JUL 6 - JUL 13 - JUL 20 - JUL 27 AUG 3 - AUG 10 AUG 17

12 19 26 – AUG 2 9 - 16 - 23
Electricity/ Magnetism Fundamentals

Electrical Ckts

Solid State Devices/Circuits

Power Generators/Sources/Principles/Applicions

Electronic(Audio/RF) Circuit analysis/Design

Microelectronics

Test & Measurements

Industrial Electronics Principles /Applications

Computer Principles
 Sample Breakdown of Sub
Topics
INDUSTRIAL ELECTRONICS DATE
/PRINCIPLES/APPLICATIONS
AUGUST
10 11 12 13 14 15 16

Electronics Control System

Industrial Solid State Devices
Welding System/High Frequency Heating
Feedback Systems/ Servo Mechanisms
Transducers
Motor Speed Control Systems
Robotic Principles
Bioelectrical Principles
Instrumentation & Control
 ELECTRONIC SYSTEM
AND TECHNOLOGIES
I. Radio Communication System August 27 – Sept 13
( 1st 3 weeks)

week 22 23 24

Inclusive dates Aug Aug Aug Aug Sept 3 Sept Sept Sept Sept
24 - 27 28 - 31 – -4 5-6 7 -8 9- 11 -
26 30 Sept 2 10 13

a. Transmission Fundamentals
b. Acoustics
c. Modulation
d. Noise
e. Radiation and wave Propagation
f. Antennas
g. Wire & wireless Comm System
h. Microwave Communications &
Principles
i. Basic Principles of various electronics
system
 ELECTRONIC SYSTEM
AND TECHNOLOGIES

II. DIGITAL & DATA SEPTEMBER 14 – OCTOBER 4

COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM
Week 25 26 27

Inclusive dates Sept 14 - 20 Sept 21 – Sept 27 Sept 28 – Oct 4

Digital Communication Networks

Fiber Optics
 ELECTRONIC SYSTEM
AND TECHNOLOGIES
III. Satellite Broadcasting & Cable TV System October 5 – 11 (28th week)

Inclusive Dates Oct 5 - 7 Oct 8 - 9 Oct 10 - 11

a. The Satellite System

- Types of Satellite
- Satellite Orbit
- Uplink Considerations
- Demand Assignments Multiple Access
- Antenna Tracking
- Satellite Link Budget
- Path Loss
- Figure of Merit
- Ratio of Carrier to Thermal Noise
- Station Margin

-VSAT
b. Broadcasting and Cable TV Systems
- Radio Transmitter (AM,FM, Television)
- Studio Microphone, Amplifiers, Cameras, Lighting, etc.
- Cable Television
 FINALLY
THE
ECE BOARD EXAM
October 25-26
(deadline of Application
October 6)
Kunwari lang.Eto ung last yir
 Plan the Strategy on how you
will study Each topic
•Recall the topics by scanning lecture notes?
•Read the topics from books?
•Recall the topics with the help of friends?
•Solving problems using lecture notes, review notes or
reviewer books as your guide?
•Memorize formulas?
 A FRIENDLY ADVICE
The test questions are multiple choice type.
Solve the problems carefully and intelligently.
The board examination is not right minus wrong.(ibig
sabihin pwede hula, atin atin lang. Wag mong ipagsabi.
Ooooops, wag kang umasa sa hula. Gamitin mo ang
galing mo, mag solve ka!)
Take extra care of your answer sheet. Don’t crumple, wet,
tear off or expose to heat your answer sheet.
Don’t ever try to cheat or even think of it.
•Don’t let the examination proctor get mad on you.
(Wag kang papansin)
•Do not announce your plan of taking the board exam.
•Be resourceful. Ask previous examinees about problems
and solutions of past board problems.
•Try to develop good handwriting. It is never too late.
•Don’t forget to pray. It moves mountain.
 STUDYING TECHNIQUES
Select an ideal place of your choice where
you can concentrate in studying.
Don’t overload your brain with too many
formulas.(know your kilobytes capacity.
Hehehe, joke lang, terabytes naman).
Memorizing technique using two major
senses(sight & hearing)was proven effective.
Prepare a systematic schedule for studying
Prepare all the materials needed before
starting the review.
•If you are not in the mood for studying, relax by
reading, or playing a musical instrument, or listening
to your favorite music, then go back to serious
business, REVIEW.

•File your used scratch paper. You might still need it.

•Resourcefulness is the key to solve difficult problems.

(ask a friend, a teacher, or scan notes, books, etc)

•Prepare a good illuminated studying table. (Glares

and shadows may distract your concentration)
“STRATEGIZE YOUR WAY TO
THE POT OF GOLD, The ECE
License”
THE WEEK BEFORE THE
BOARD EXAM

Review the checklist at the beginning

of each subject. If there are major
holes in your preparation, select a
few of these areas to work on but
don’t overload. You can’t cram for the
board exam
TWO DAYS BEFORE THE
BOARD EXAM

Do your last studying. A few

practice solving problems, a few
definitions and other objective
type problems. That’s enough.
THE DAY BEFORE THE BOARD
EXAM

Don’t study. Prepare the following

items: (a) calculator with fresh
batteries (b) wristwatch (c) sharpened
pencil (d) good brand ball pen (e)
eraser (f) admission slip (g) a snack
and water.
Have a good sleep!
Pray before you sleep!
THE MORNING OF THE
BOARD EXAM
Eat breakfast. Make it something
substantial but not too heavy or
greasy. Don’t drink coffee if you
are not used to it. Read
something. Warm up your brain
with a newspaper or a magazine.
Don’t be late!
Pray before you leave your home.
DURING THE EXAMINATION
Don’t be shaken. If you find your confidence
slipping, remind yourself that you are well prepared.
You know the structure of the test. You know the
instructions. You’ve studied for every question type.
Even if something goes really wrong, don’t panic.
Try to stay calm. Call the attention of the proctor for
anything that will be of help. Avoid going to the
comfort room. One of the PRC guidelines is to attend
to your personal needs before the start of the exam.
Remember that following you to the CR is an
additional work for the proctors
POST EXAMINATION
ATTITUDE
 AFTER THE EXAMINATION

Once the test is over, put it out of

your mind.
Thank the Lord about it and leave
your fate in HIM. Start thinking
more interesting things about your
future.
 USING CALCULATOR
1. Use a calculator that you are very familiar with. Be
sure you know how to use the functions and
special features of the model.
2. Remember that you need a scientific calculator. A
non-programmable calculator is required.
NOTE:
- Not all problems are easier to solve using
calculator. Sometimes manual calculation is more
precise and easier
- Remembering common mathematical values(e.g.
cos 600 = 0.5, cos 00 =1,  = 3.1416, etc) enables
you to check instantly whether your calculator
malfunctioned or you’ve pressed the wrong key
 OTHER STRATEGIES IN DEALING
WITH BOARD PROBLEMS
1. Read the question first before looking at the answer
choices
2. Use the backdoor strategy if the answer doesn’t
come to you
3. Eliminate other choice if it is not the possible answer.
4. Pace yourself. Not too fast, not too slow.
5. Locate quick points if you are running out of time.
 POINTS TO PONDER

Good preparation will give you a better chance to

pass and will boost your confidence too. Your
Department, the EBEST office & the whole TIP are
one with your parent’s dream, for you to become a
licensed ECE. Please Don’t take the RISK. DON’T
TAKE THE BOARD EXAM IF YOU ARE NOT READY.
So, Take the most thrilling RIDE of your life. Plan
your trip to the Board Exam and be NUMBER ONE!
Prepare,prepare,prepare. Review, Review, Review!
Iba ang tunog ng “Take One lang ako”
 WORDS OF WISDOM
“If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail”
Rick Warren
A sensible man watches for problems ahead and
prepares to meet them”
Proverbs 27:12
THANK YOU VERY MUCH
ENGR. OLIGARIO T. SUAISO - PEE