Jaxsen AddedSunday, February 16, 2025 at 4:34 PM If I don't take any engineering classes in high school, can I still get into a good program? I'm currently a sophomore in high school, I want to be a mechatronics engineer when I grow up. However, I also want to take as many college classes as I can so I can get ahead. That doesn't leave a lot of space for electives, which are currently band. In the fall, I do marching band, which I love, but in the spring I do concert band, which I've fallen out of. I'd rather take another class, but my parents really want me to stay in band, and I'm scared it will hurt my chances. Am I going to be okay? Related to Electrical, Mechanical, Preparation for College, Self Doubt, Software Reset Sort By Default Anu Bhaskar , St. Charles Community College Answered Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 2:49 PM Since your dream is to become a mechatronics engineer(mechanical+ electronics), its always best to get a basic understanding of electronics. Also math and physics understanding is very important to start your electronics journey, so make sure you have them in your studies. Also there are many online platforms like e-learning platforms that help you learn electronics from the comfort of your house. make sure you explore them. I suggest taking some courses on udemy, coursera etc. that will definitely help you to reach your passion.