So I know I want to be an Engineer, Where do I go from here?

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At 26, an individual with a GED and no formal training in math beyond pre-algebra is eager to pursue a career in Electrical Engineering, specifically in alternative energy systems. They have recently moved to Boulder, Colorado, and are exploring the electrical engineering program at UC Boulder, anticipating the need to first attend a community college. The individual acknowledges the importance of strengthening their math skills as a foundational step before diving into more complex subjects in physics and electrical engineering. They express a strong commitment to their educational journey, recognizing it may take over seven years to achieve their goals. The discussion emphasizes the necessity of developing mathematical proficiency and gaining qualitative knowledge in physics and electrical engineering as initial steps in their academic path.
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I'm 26 and I have no previous training. I got my GED as opposed to graduating high school. I have taken no math past pre-algebra, this I took last semester at a community college. I am interested in Electrical Engineering with focus in developing alternative energy systems. I have a strong drive and know this is what I am going to do, I just don't know where to begin. I've recently moved to Boulder, Co. I've requested information on UC boulder's electrical engineering program, however I'm mostly certain I will need to attend a Community College before I can enroll there, if even then.
I've read many posts on different topics here that delved deep into the why/what-type-of engineering questions. Now I'm wondering how. I'm no stranger to hard work, my limited exposure to math is situational, not due to a lack of ability, and I am ready to begin what I am sure will be a seven+ year educational endeavor.
Thank you.
 
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I think as is pretty obvious, get up on the maths before anything else. Start reading some qualitative stuff about Physics and EE until you have the mathematical maturity to take on the quantitative aspects. IQ is really rather irrelevant.
 
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