Engineering Learning Center

The Engineering Learning Center

The ELC supports its mission through a holistic approach to learning and success that includes a variety of services and programs such as free tutoring, boot-camps, exam preparation, success coaching, and guided study sessions. ELC services are tailored to engineering and computer science students, programs, and courses and cover major courses across the four CECS departments.

Drop-In Tutoring

Students can attend drop-in hours to connect with a tutor/mentor to review material and ask questions about a specific course. No appointment is needed. Students can stop by and briefly meet with a tutor or stay for a period of time to work one on one with the tutor. All students are also welcome to utilize the ELC space to study independently or with a friend. Our doors are open Monday-Friday. If the HPEC building is open the ELC is open. 

Stop by the ELC in HPEC 1170 if you have any questions or email [email protected] for more details. 

Peer Mentor Support

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Peer Mentors assist new CECS students with:

  • Navigating the campus environment
  • Understanding the UM-Dearborn and CECS policies
  • Degree paths and connecting with the campus community
  • Course material for the following courses: ENGR 095, ENGR 100 and ENGR 126 and CIS 150

Fall 2026 Peer Mentor Drop In Hours at HPEC 1170:

Mondays 9:30am-11:30am AND 4pm-6pm                                                               Tuesdays 10:30am-2pm                                                                                                   Wednesdays 9:30am-1:30pm                                                                                         Thursdays 10:30am-2:30pm (before & after E095 class)                                                                                                                                     Fridays 11am-1pm 

Exam Review Sessions and Bootcamps

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  • Exam Review Sessions for midterms, upcoming exams and finals. Tutors conduct small group sessions and are familiar with the material and professors and are supportive of your success in the course. Exam Review Sessions will be posted in the ELC and shared with professors and students prior to the exams. 

    When? If you would like a review session for your class, please speak to a tutor directly or email [email protected]

 

 

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  • CIS Bootcamp is to review fundamental concepts to prepare students to succeed in CIS 200 and beyond. The bootcamps are led by CIS upperclassmen and include ELC Tutors and Supplemental Instructors (SI) Leaders. Students that have completed CIS 150 may need a refresher or review to better prepare them as they move forward. 

    When? Bootcamps are conducted during the first week of the semester during the CIS 200 lab period as most labs are not regularly scheduled during that week. 

YouTube Tutorials

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In our YouTube channel, you will find some great tutorial videos from our amazing tutors. These will help you understand engineering fundamentals. 

We add videos regularly, but if there is anything you want to learn about. Let us know!

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Elektra Mullalli

Peer Mentor

I love to read and unleash my creative side. I’m a curious person who enjoys trying new things, learning, and spending time with the people I care about.

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Ryan Gauthier

Peer Mentor & ECE Tutor

I'm an Electrical Engineering major. I love fishing and movies. If you need any help with classes, I am here.

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Emily Johnson

Peer Mentor & ECE Tutor

I am in my senior year in the Dual Degree Electrical and Computer Engineering program. I enjoy reading, playing tennis, and figure skating.

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Nicholas Yamine

ECE Tutor

I am a senior majoring in Electrical Engineering and Engineering Mathematics. When I'm not doing math, I like playing video games with friends and going on bike rides. I was also told to include here that I can ride a unicycle.

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Mohamad Elseblani

ECE Tutor

I’m studying Electrical Engineering and have a passion for electronics and system design. My hobbies are going for walks and hiking. My favourite food is sushi and my favourite drink is ice tea.

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Anoushe Shakaib

ME Tutor

I’m a mechanical engineering major. I like photography and traveling and I’m excited to teach at the ELC! 

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Lana Chami 

ME Tutor

My name is Lana and I’m a senior majoring in Mechanical Engineering. I’m passionate about teaching and research and plan to continue my education through the 4+1 BS/MS program, with the goal of pursuing a career in academia.

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Beth Henegar

IMSE/HCED Tutor

I'm a junior majoring in Human Centered Engineering Design. I love CAD and 3D printing.

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Zainab Fatima

CIS Tutor

I'm a Junior majoring in Cybersecurity and minoring in political science. While my career is deeply rooted in technology, I am incredibly passionate about literature and politics.

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Kage Little 

CIS Tutor

I'm on the UM-Dearborn baseball team and I'm a Senior. I am a Software Engineering major and planning to graduate in Winter 27. 

Engineering Learning Center

1170 - Heinz Prechter Engineering Complex
4901 Evergreen Road
Dearborn, MI 48128
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Sunday: Closed
Monday: 8:00 am-9:00 pm
Tuesday: 8:00 am-9:00 pm
Wednesday: 8:00 am-9:00 pm
Thursday: 8:00 am-9:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 am-9:00 pm
Saturday: Closed