I planned out my
ideal college schedule before I enrolled so that I could make sure I have a balanced schedule throughout college. It's nice to try to ensure that I don't get stuck with all my not-so-interesting and hard classes the last semester. I'm not dead set on the plan, it just gives me a gist of what I want (some classes can be switched and everything). He might consider doing this.
Like Student615 said, make sure he has a balanced schedule.
I found these links helpful:
Balancing your College Schedule - Time Management Planning your First-Term College Schedule - Freshmen Schedule