Translate equations into English sentences. Use 3x5 flash cards to study special terms. You might be asked to memorize some formulas for convenience. If you understand the basic concepts behind these formulas, it is easier to recall them accurately. More importantly, you will probably be able to re-create the formulas if your recall falters.
Understanding is preferable to memorization.
Use summary sheets. Groups of terms and formulas can be easier to memorize if you list them on a sheet of paper or put them on 3x5 cards. Mind map summary sheets allow you to see how various kinds of problems relate to one another. You create a structure on which you can hang data, and that helps your recall. Play with possibilities.