Apply the SMART goal-setting method and write your academic goals for next semester.

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Q.4 (a) Apply the SMART goal-setting method and write your academic goals for next semester.

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SMART goal: "I will improve my SGPA from 7.5 to at least 8.5 in Semester II and clear all subjects in the first attempt by the end of the semester examination in May 2026." ComponentApplication to my goal S – SpecificRaise my SGPA to 8.5 and clear every subject, with special focus on Engineering Mathematics-II and Engineering Mechanics, my weaker subjects. M – MeasurableScore at least 80% in both internal assessment tests, submit 100% of term work and assignments on time, and solve the last five years' MU papers for each subject; progress will be tracked weekly in a study planner. A – AchievableStudy 3 hours daily (2 hours revision + 1 hour problem-solving), attend all lectures and practicals, and clear doubts with teachers every Friday – realistic with my timetable. R – RelevantA good SGPA and strong fundamentals are essential for my branch subjects, internships and campus placements. T – Time-boundSyllabus completed by the second week of April 2026, two full revisions before the end-semester exam in May 2026. Short-term goals: finish one module per subject every two weeks; score 80% in IAT-I. Long-term goal: maintain a CGPA above 8.5 through the degree to qualify for good placements/higher studies.

Apply the SMART goal-setting method and write your academic goals for next semester.

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Component	Application to my goal
S – Specific	Raise my SGPA to 8.5 and clear every subject, with special focus on Engineering Mathematics-II and Engineering Mechanics, my weaker subjects.
M – Measurable	Score at least 80% in both internal assessment tests, submit 100% of term work and assignments on time, and solve the last five years' MU papers for each subject; progress will be tracked weekly in a study planner.
A – Achievable	Study 3 hours daily (2 hours revision + 1 hour problem-solving), attend all lectures and practicals, and clear doubts with teachers every Friday – realistic with my timetable.
R – Relevant	A good SGPA and strong fundamentals are essential for my branch subjects, internships and campus placements.
T – Time-bound	Syllabus completed by the second week of April 2026, two full revisions before the end-semester exam in May 2026.