QC Bootcamps

QC Bootcamps are non-credit, non-tuition (free!) and run during winter and summer sessions. Bootcamps are immersive workshops created in collaboration with departments to help students with course readiness and success. Most offerings are developed and facilitated by instructors within the departments and are connected to college credit courses.

Summer 2024 Bootcamps

Jump into free, helpful workshops this summer!
Hang out with other students
Chat with cool instructors
Level up your skills
Get a sneak a peek at what’s coming in the Fall

Act fast—secure your spot now. Free for registered QC students. Registration is open until filled and operates on a first-come, first-served basis. A waitlist is available once capacity is reached.

Registration

Sign up on CUNYfirst before July 1, 2024, as registration closes thereafter. Enter “bootcamp” in Schedule Builder search box:

For late registration after July 1, please fill out this form:

Bootcamp Sign-Up Form (After July 1)

For more details, visit the bootcamp descriptions below. Questions? Send us an email at LCommons@qc.cuny.edu

Student Testimonies

“I would recommend this bootcamp to other because it allows other to join college earlier and be able to adapt to the environment.”

“I think having a head start by reviewing what is being expected of you is beneficial to the students especially their morale!”

“Yes, it gives you an insight for the course you will be taking and I feel that you are a little ahead with new knowledge you intake.”

“I’m thankful for the professor and how he made us learn while having a great time.”

“Yes, since it has helped me to grasp a subject that I was hesitant in and helped me feel prepared for the actual class that I’ll be taking, thus will help others to feel prepared.”

Click tabs below for descriptions, schedules and more.

Preparing for CSCI 111 Bootcamp

3 hours each day for 8 days – 24 hours total

Dates: Monday through Thursday, August 5, 6, 7, 8 & 12, 13, 14, 15
Time: 9:00-12:00noon
Mode: In-person
Room: SB-C201
Instructor: Xingying Chyn
Course Code: ACSKL 10802

Preparing for CSCI 211 Bootcamp

Prerequisite: Completion of CSCI 111 required.

3 hours each day for 4 days – 12 hours total

Dates: Monday through Thursday, August 5, 6, 7, 8
Time: 12:30 – 3:30
Mode: In-person
Room: SB-C203
Instructor: Xingying Chyn
Course Code: ACSKL 10789

Preparing for CSCI 220 Bootcamp

Prerequisite: Completion of CSCI 111 required.

3 hours each day for 4 days – 12 hours total

Dates: Monday through Thursday, August 12, 13, 14, 15
Time: 12:30 – 3:30
Mode: In-person
Room: SB-C203
Instructor: Xingying Chyn
Course Code: ACSKL 10801

EAS Examination Bootcamp

A free preparatory EAS bootcamp, providing attendees with an opportunity to receive comprehensive support to successfully achieve EAS examination success.

The bootcamp highlights the critical EAS modalities and content areas, including but not limited to: Diverse School Populations, English Language Learners, Students with Disabilities and Other Special Needs, and Home-School Relationships, with a particular focus on understanding the test item prompts.

Extensive engagement with practice test items provided, coupled with constructive analysis and feedback.

2 hours each day for 4 days – 8 hours total
Dates: Monday through Thursday, August 12, 13, 14, 15
Time: 5:30-7:30pm
Mode: Online
Zoom: TBD
Instructor: Michael Perrone
Course Code: ACSKL 10790

Preparing for Statistics for Psychology Bootcamp

For students who are going to take PSYCH 107, who need to retake PSYCH 107, or who want to review statistical methods for psychology. Led by an instructor within the department.

Maximize your chance of successfully completing statistics
Get a refresher of basic statistical principles and analyses
Develop a better understanding of the application of statistical method
Learn how to select the appropriate statistical test for a research question
Learn how to run statistical analyses
3 hours each day for 4 days – 12 hours total

- - Dates: Tuesday through Friday, August 13, 14, 15, 16
  - Time: 9:00-12:00 noon
  - Mode: In-person
  - Room: TBD
  - Instructor: Francis Rotella
  - Course Code: ACSKL 10791

Preparing for Experimental Psychology Bootcamp

For students who are going to take PSYCH 213W, who need to retake PSYCH 213W, or who want to review experimental psychology principles. The bootcamp is led by an instructor within the department.

Maximize your chances of successfully completing 213W or get a refresher on the principles of experimental psychology.
Go over the essential factors and principles scientists consider when conducting research.
Get both practical and theoretical guidance.
Learn how to communicate about research using APA-format
Engage in reviewing prior research.
3 hours each day for 4 days – 12 hours total

- - Dates: Tuesday through Friday, August 13, 14, 15, 16
  - Time: 12:30-3:30
  - Mode: In-person
  - Room: TBD
  - Instructor: David Puzzo
  - Course Code: ACSKL 1079

Excel Fundamentals Bootcamp

Taking a class next semester that requires Microsoft Excel? This Excel Fundamentals bootcamp will enable you to build a strong foundation in rudimentary Excel tools and features to clean and prepare data for analysis, streamline data transformation via logical and lookup functions, and extend to more advanced techniques as you get familiar with the necessary skills to gain a competitive edge in future Excel-based courses.

2 hours each day for 4 days – 8 hours total

Dates: Monday through Thursday, August 5, 6, 7, 8
Time: 12:30-2:30
Mode: In-person
Room: SB-D133
Instructor: Ming Lei
Course Code: ACSKL 10793

Contact Us:

LCommons@qc.cuny.edu
Main Offices: Kiely 237, 147.
Tutoring and Study Spaces during the Academic Year: Kiely 131, 144

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