First, if you are in college, you should be in an engineering curriculum which will outline the exact requirements. Some basic courses would include the following.
Maths and Sciences: - Physics - Chemistry - Algebra - Calculus - Computer Science
Calculus, Dif. Eq, Physics, Liberal Arts, Chemistry, Circuit Analysis and Digital Logic are all good courses that are offered at many community colleges.
When writing a letter that shows the experience of an electrical engineer, it should show previous employers. it should also show the education of the engineer.
To understand and practice the Electrical engineering and finally become a good Electrical Engineer.
an electrical engineer
mechanical or electrical engineering
Every math course available.
I don't think there is a requirement. You should take whatever you need to to get into whatever engineering school you wish to attend. Heavy studying in math is a good idea. I also focused on as much english as I could, so I could take AP tests and opt out of these classes in college.
It's not a question of what you should take, but what you are required to take. This will depend on the engineering specialty. For example, electrical, electronics, mechanical, chemical, computer science, architecture, software engineering etc. It also depends on the educational level sought meaning, associate, bachelor, master, or doctorate. It also depends on whether you are pursuing the professional path, or technology path. Each can have a career path particular to itself. You really should speak with a career adviser at the college or university you attend for detailed information.
A mechanical engineer has many of the same skills that an IT professional needs. They are analytical and detailed oriented and often have overlapping jobs or classes in school.
You will need a law or justice major and need to take the classes the college requires to graduate. Get a college catalog and talk with a counselor on what to take and when.
Music and a foreign language looks good on a college application