eezi - An introduction to studying computer science (T-INFO-109862)

The course "eezi" (pronounced "easy"), is an offer of the KIT Department of Informatics and is aimed at all first semester students of Informatics, Information Systems, Informatics Teacher Education and Computer Science.

Overview of the eezi curriculum:

  • 5 tutorials with compulsory attendance
  • 5 exercise sheets with compulsory submission
  • 1 eezi consultation (compulsory)
  • 1 check-in meeting with tutor
  • 3 lectures

The topics of the course include: Time management, self-management, study management, stress management, study techniques, exam preparation as well as tips and tricks "How to survive the first semester" and "What do I need to do to manage my studies". The focus is on helping students to help themselves in order to provide them with long-term strategies for successfully coping with their studies.
The purpose of the check-in interview is to facilitate a personal exchange at eye level between students in their first semester and students in a higher semester.
The consultation helps to answer students' questions and assess their study situation. This includes reflecting on and evaluating their own progress, as well as discussing possible problems and successes.

Successful completion of the course is credited with 1 ECTS as a key qualification for academic progress.

The upcoming dates for information events can be found in the event calendar .

Further information on the eezi module can be found in the module handbook .

What can I expect as a first semester student?
Participants can expect interesting lectures on topics that can be helpful not only in computer science, but in the general course of studies. Various topics are covered, from time management to coping with stress. It is important to us that we respond precisely to the needs of the students, so questions are encouraged.
In the tutorials, we strive to create an informal and relaxed atmosphere, which is why it is important to us that we don't just teach from the front, but occasionally interact with the students and have one or two conversations and discussions. The main thing is that it doesn't get boring!
In addition, the tutor should be a contact person for personal problems, which can be addressed outside or after the tutorial in one-to-one discussions.
How is eezi structured?
The eezi curriculum is divided into three lectures, attendance of which is voluntary, and six tutorials. The lectures are held by various KIT employees (including lecturers). The tutorials are based on the material from the lectures, but supplement them with a lot of additional information. Therefore, the main part of the material is taught in the tutorials.
Where do I register?
You can register for the module via the Campus Portal. You can register for the tutorials here.
Where can I find the materials for eezi?
All materials used in the lectures, exercises and tutorials are provided via the eezi Ilias course. This is also where the exercise sheets are handed out and collected. Each tutorial has its own Ilias course.
What is a tutor?
A tutor is a student from a higher semester who leads the tutorial and teaches the students the content of the module. In contrast to a teacher or professor, the tutor is closer to the students' experience, which facilitates communication. In addition, the tutor serves as a mentor and contact person who is the first point of contact for questions about the course or more personal problems in order to support students individually. The tutor accompanies the students in the tutorial throughout the semester.

Best Practices for the module "Programmieren"

This information event is offered every semester with the aim of giving all students at the KIT Department of Informatics the best chances of success for the module Programmieren. This event is not only aimed at the first semester students of the faculty, but also at students who intend to successfully complete the module Programmieren in higher semesters.  
For this purpose, a member of the tutorial team of the programming module will present so-called best practices for the course. These contain useful tricks for a goal-oriented way of working in this module and approaches to the technical as well as organizational tasks of the module. After these general suggestions, students have the opportunity to ask questions in a Q&A section to get answers and advice from the people present.

This will be followed by the Lernpartnerbörse, where students can be matched to learning groups and thus work together to overcome the challenges of the Programmieren module.

For the date of Programmieren Best Practices in the current semester, please see the calender for information events of the ISS.