you don't need any math classes to be a good mechanic those classes (math,english,history,science) are just basic classes which most people take because they need them for college(assuming your talking about college). they have nothing to do with being a good mechanic
A mechanic generally needs a year of formal classroom instruction, and a few years of an apprenticeship. The apprenticeship is where they receive hands-on training from an already licensed mechanic.
No algebra is just multiplying, dividing, adding and subtracting with a symbol or letter so you will not require this to be a mechanic
Basically, any university study is tough. In the case of engineering, you need to learn lots of math and science. However, being good an algebra is a good sign. Of course you'll need to learn quite a bit more than high-school algebra, but knowing this algebra is an important basis - you'll need it to study engineering. Also, it is an indication that you might be good at other, similar, subjects (i.e., more advanced math).
You'll certainly not fail BECAUSE you are good at algebra - you need to know algebra well, to understand calculus. So, it is not guaranteed that you will succeed, but if you are good at algebra, your chances are certainly a lot better than if your are not good at algebra.
To be a mechanic, you should have a certificate. To get most of these, you just have to pass a test.
There are lots of good introductory calculus books. Please note that to understand them, you need to have a good mastery of high school math, especially algebra.
From what I have read, you need physics and/or statistics and/or calculus to get into vet school. All of those courses require knowledge of algebra. So I would say yes.
2 years of secondary school
a high school degree but college always helps
to become a mechanic you must go to school first. and do your work tell 3 oclock
In most places you will need to graduate High School and then graduate from a trade school or mechanic training program in order to be a certified mechanic. The requirements to graduate from High School will vary by your state and by district. Getting a college education is especially important if you plan to run your own shop because you will need business training as well as mechanic training. I would recommend graduating from high school and then asking at a local community college what kinds of business degrees and mechanic training programs they offer.
algebra is good to learn because it will follow you onto college and it is a skill most jobs need
You don't need a college degree, or even necessarily a highschool degree or GED to get a good mechanic job. What you do need is education and specific mechanic training. You can sometimes get this at community colleges, or better yet directly from a mechanic.
College Algebra is a specific subject test, so you will need Algebra knowledge. However, if you have high school Algebra II level knowledge, it shouldn't be a problem for you. My only preparation for that exam was a high school Algebra II course. **Full Disclosure* I am an employee of www.SpeedyPrep.com, a 100% Guaranteed CLEP exam preparation site.*