17-01-2011, 03:49 PM
Hi all, I have just started work at Serco Docklands as an Assistant Project Engineer within Signalling. It is a completely new area for me and I am looking to start working towards the exams for 2011. I completed a BEng in Mechanical Engineering and have worked in the Rail industry for 2.5years but in project management. I would appreciate it if I can get some pointers from anyone as to what would be the first steps in terms of physical studying. I've done my background reading on this forum and have read the introductory threads. I am in the process of applying for membership and once the exam registration is up on teh website I will be completing that also. Additionally, I will be attending the YM AGM on 20th Jan to help me get started. In the meantime, has anyone got info on the following?
Is it ambitious to undertake 2 modules per year bearing in mind I have to learn from first principles(I am quite worried...)? I'm not quite sure whether these exams are designed for people coming from backgrounds other than signalling and therefore the level of difficulty will be higher for me?
I have not seen any set information regarding study groups in London for 2011, anyone know where they may be held?
Can I get hold of the textbooks/technical papers etc at the IRSE Library and if neccessary purchase the listed textbooks? I am also particularly interested in the "green booklets" and technical papers. Atleast then I have all the material and can get started on studying.
Do I get access to past papers when I have completed an exam registration including model answers? I have already got a copy of the 2010 papers.
Are there any tutorials held anywhere alongside the study groups to aid with your independant learning?
I have alot of questions in mind but do not want to bombard you with all sorts right now! I want to make sure I understand what I am letting myself in for so I can prepare well and remain commited and focussed.
Many Thanks
Is it ambitious to undertake 2 modules per year bearing in mind I have to learn from first principles(I am quite worried...)? I'm not quite sure whether these exams are designed for people coming from backgrounds other than signalling and therefore the level of difficulty will be higher for me?
I have not seen any set information regarding study groups in London for 2011, anyone know where they may be held?
Can I get hold of the textbooks/technical papers etc at the IRSE Library and if neccessary purchase the listed textbooks? I am also particularly interested in the "green booklets" and technical papers. Atleast then I have all the material and can get started on studying.
Do I get access to past papers when I have completed an exam registration including model answers? I have already got a copy of the 2010 papers.
Are there any tutorials held anywhere alongside the study groups to aid with your independant learning?
I have alot of questions in mind but do not want to bombard you with all sorts right now! I want to make sure I understand what I am letting myself in for so I can prepare well and remain commited and focussed.
Many Thanks