I took Physics at Wash U back in 1997-98... gosh, I feel old.
It is a piece of cake.
Here's how you get an A:
1. Turn in all your homework (blue book) assignments. Work on these problems in study groups, and get all the points.
2. Don't miss lab.
3. If the profs allow a cheat sheet for the exam, put as many old exam problems on it as possible.
4. Know old exams inside and out. If you can solve those problems in your sleep, you've aced this year's exam.
5. Remember that the engineers have to do well in Physics. Therefore, there are a disproportionate number of people who get an A. Do your best, and realize that your grade is better than you think it is.
Best of luck -
doepug (Wash U '00, Hopkins Med '04)