I came up with this list to amuse myself in class. Comments welcome.

How to be an Engineer in Ten Easy Steps

1. Learn math
   
2. Desire improvement
   
3. Learn to work with a team
   
4. Enjoy problem solving
   
5. Embrace technology
   
6. Take good notes
   
7. Think critically
   
8. Listen carefully
   
9. Ask questions
   
10. Build a model