You cannot walk the course too often. If you can't 'see' the course with your eyes closed, walk it again. There is usually a 'novice walk through' of the course lead by a top notch experienced driver. This will occur either just before or just after the drivers meeting. Listen for the walk through to be announced and take advantage of it.
Tech is closed during the driver's meeting.
Read the supplement regulations available at registration. Special information concerning the event is discussed during the meeting. Heat assignments for novices is announced at the drivers meeting. Every driver is also required to work at the event. As a novice you will most likely be assigned to a corner station.