MattyCass89

Just applied to AC.  Last year I got accepted to the S&D Test for Loco Engineer and I failed. I know I got the 100% on the Aspects but the definitions is where I knew I lost it. I have a much greater foundation and know what is expected of me on this test. I saw the ACs take the S&D test. Are the passing requirements the same as engineers? I am going to study as if 100% and 100% are required, but I was so disheartened after failing the first time I have a bit of hesitation. It is a job I have wanted for a while now and am doing my best to prepare myself and put myself in a position to succeed. I dont want to know the requirements to be lazy, but to be prepared. I plan on busting my ass to work hard for this position. 

On 4/30/2018 at 5:17 PM, MistaFISH said:

The 12 was for the phase 1 final. Not the signals test. You took it last saturday, so you're just over a week. I wouldn't worry yet, even if a couple guys did get the call. stay positive. It's a tough wait bc of the zero tolerance on the aspects, i know.

That gives me hope because I NAILED the Aspects 100%.  I focused so much on them because of that. 

On 4/28/2018 at 11:00 PM, MistaFISH said:

12

So if I didnt hear back, I failed obviously?     Is there a chance to ever retake this in a year or something like that?  This is disappointing. 

I don't like that someone got called early and I havent gotten the call yet.  Making me feel less and less confident. 

10 hours ago, drenyce311 said:

They’ll only call or email you if you passed. Not if you fail. 

And is it normally within a week or two?   This is the worst, waiting anxiously like this. 

I also took the test Saturday.  Nailed the Aspects portion definitely 100%   I got about 75% of the definitions/indications easily, the other 25% I struggled with pretty heavily but I think I did enough to possibly pass.  Anxiously awaiting a result.   Does anyone know if they let you know Pass OR Fail, or do they just email those who pass? 

Got my Signal Aspects down REAL solid, the indications and definitions I am about 50% with about 2 weeks left but I am feeling pretty good, been reading writing and rewriting and rewriting.  Flash cards for indications and signals have been unreal in terms of usefulness.  The longer definitions I have just been writing them and reading them and having my wife quiz me.   It has been tough and I am nervous but every day I progress and learn a little more and a little more. 

Just had the S&D overview over the weekend.   Any study tips to make this stuff get nailed in?