Arpita Gupta asked Kristy Rasbach, General Motors Added Saturday, September 25, 2021 at 11:31 AM Can I become software engineer if I am very bad at math ? Answers 0
Vallie asked Kristy Rasbach, General Motors Added Tuesday, June 16, 2020 at 11:50 AM What did you do in high school to prepare you to become an engineer? I like math but I don???t know any additional classes to take to see if I would like this as a career. Answers 1 Kristy Rasbach, General Motors Answered Friday, July 17, 2020 at 9:38 AM Hi Vallie! When I was in high school, I took advantage of all the math & science class offerings available. I also took advanced classes wherever possible, which allowed me to earn college credit while I was still in high school! Advanced Placement ...
Jonathan aguilar asked Kristy Rasbach, General Motors Added Tuesday, December 10, 2019 at 12:08 AM I don't like math and struggle with physics. Is engineering for me? I really don't like math and I also struggle in physics. But I really do have a love and passion for cars and the mechanics and design that go in to building a car. Should I go into mechanical engineering? I really do like cars but I hate math. And I'm also a senior in high school so I have to pick a college soon but I don't know what to major in because a lot of people are telling me to not major in mechanical engineering because I hate math. I'm having a lot of trouble deciding if ... Answers 1 Kristy Rasbach, General Motors Answered Thursday, April 16, 2020 at 3:49 PM It's OK not to love math if you want to pursue engineering! But you do have to learn how to do it and tolerate it because it will be a good chunk of your education. I think you need to ask yourself if you will be able to successfully complete Calculus, ...
Esmeralda asked Kristy Rasbach, General Motors Added Sunday, August 18, 2019 at 8:58 PM Is computer coding important for mechanical engineering? Hello! I'm new at computer coding, and want to work for a car company someday as a mechanical engineer. Would I need to know coding to engineer things for cars? Answers 1 Kristy Rasbach, General Motors Answered Tuesday, January 21, 2020 at 10:36 AM Hi Esmeralda! The answer depends on what kind of engineer you want to be. To work as a mechanical engineer, only a basic knowledge of coding is required. Typically, mechanical engineering students are required to take one coding class in college. ...
aubri asked Kristy Rasbach, General Motors Added Saturday, October 6, 2018 at 2:40 AM I'm not good at math so how can I get better at engineering? Can a girl at any age become an engineer? I am in the 6th grade and in math i got a C. Answers 1 Kristy Rasbach, General Motors Answered Tuesday, October 16, 2018 at 7:48 AM Hi Aubri! I am so glad that you found EngineerGirl! Just because you got a grade that you are not satisfied with does NOT mean that you are not good at something. One grade does not determine your future nor your capability! And yes, I believe that ...
Jeni asked Kristy Rasbach, General Motors Added Wednesday, October 3, 2018 at 6:13 AM Was it hard to become a Mechanical Engineer for GM? I want to become an Engineer for BMW, MINI or Rolls Royce. I always loved cars, and last year I started to think a lot about Mechanical Engineering after meeting a retired Mechanical Engineer. I'm not old enough to go to collage yet. What can I do now to learn about Mechanical Engineering? I figured out how to fix a toy pull-back truck's gears. I'm really interested in car engines and I thought about becoming a Mechanic too. How hard was it to get into GM? Answers 1 Kristy Rasbach, General Motors Answered Friday, October 5, 2018 at 4:33 AM This is a great question! If you are naturally interested in cars, engines, and other mechanical systems, then I think that engineering is definitely a career choice that you should explore. For now, keep being curious and learning new things! This ...
Frederic asked Kristy Rasbach, General Motors Added Thursday, February 8, 2018 at 5:07 PM Can I pursue a degree from home? I have 3 kids, I work in computer and internet technologies and I'd like to pursue my knowledge in electronic and electrical engineering. Do you know if it's even possible nowadays to study for engineering certification 100% from home? That is not to attend physically a university class. Answers 1 Kristy Rasbach, General Motors Answered Friday, April 13, 2018 at 8:20 AM There are many engineering and engineering technology programs available online. I did a quick online search, and it returned several links and resources to explore. This is one ...
C P Added Thursday, December 21, 2017 at 7:20 PM School and kids and full time employment: is it possible? Hi, I am 30 years old with a full time job, and 3 kids (2 of which are under 2yrs old), I have not gone to school since HS and I am considering going to school for civil engineering, I was good at math in HS but I am nervous to start college and wondering if its even a possibility to pursue school in this field while maintaining a full time job and taking care of my family?! I have spoken with my spouse and I could do a part time job if needed but I am wondering if any of you were in a similar ... Answers 1 Kristy Rasbach, General Motors Answered Saturday, December 23, 2017 at 4:53 AM First of all, I admire your desire to continue your education in a field that you have interest! Good for you! I think it's perfectly normal to be apprehensive when considering a big decision like this. Sure, managing a family, work, and college ...
Valentina Added Monday, October 2, 2017 at 11:36 AM How do you know what kind of engineering career to do? Also how do you know that you can be an engineer. I have wanted to be an engineer since high school, but then towards the end I didnt do great in calc 1 and physics 1. I decided to go to community college so that I would be sure that engineering was for me and the class itself was very enjoyable but then the math and science classes that i am taking make me feel like im dumb because i have gotten bad grades. I also dont know what kind of engineering to do because there's so many and how am i supposed to know which one im good at or which one ... Answers 1 Kristy Rasbach, General Motors Answered Tuesday, October 17, 2017 at 7:50 AM Valentina, If you enjoy your math and science classes and you are interested in pursuing engineering as a career, my best advice to you is "don't give up!" My experience was that the foundational courses for engineering study were VERY challenging. ...