Bootcamps

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QC Bootcamps

QC Bootcamps is an immersive program created in collaboration with departments to help students with course readiness and success. All offerings are developed and facilitated by instructors within the departments and are connected to college credit courses. Bootcamps are non-credit, non-tuition and run during winter and summer sessions.

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What are QC Bootcamps?

Why should I enroll?

 

  • Space is limited
  • Take a tuition-free (non-credit) workshop
  • Meet students and enjoy the campus
  • Recommended by departments
  • Be step ahead for upcoming semester
  • Get to know a QC instructor
  • Certificate Day and Pizza Party with all bootcamps

 

 Winter 2024 enrollment is now open! Enroll HERE:

https://forms.office.com/r/2f9CAEyBGW

 

“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.”

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descriptions, schedules and more.

Preparing for CSCI 111 Bootcamp 

Do you want to get ahead of the game in Computer Science?  Do you want to practice thinking like a programmer?  Do you want to be better prepared for your first coding class, CSCI 111? 

This free bootcamp reminds you about the math that you need for computer programming.  Work on problem solving techniques, including how to understand programming problems, how to break down problems into simple steps, and how to make logical steps to solve them.  Come and connect with your classmates who want to succeed as programmers. 

  • 3 hours each day for 4 days – 12 hours total 
  • Dates: January 8,9,10,11 
  • Time: 11:30-2:30 pm 
  • Open until filled 
  • In-Person: PH115 
  • Instructor: Xingying Chyn
  • CUNYfirst Listing: Class 52378, Subject ACSKL, Catalog 45

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: January 8,9,10,11 
  • Time: 10:00-12:00 noon 
  • Open until filled 
  • Virtual: Online Synchronous, Zoom link TBD 
  • Instructor: Michael Perrone 
  • CUNYfirst Listing: Class 52380, Subject ACSKL, Catalog 55

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. The bootcamp is 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 

WHEN? 

  • 3 hours each day for 4 days – 12 hours total 
  • Dates: January 8,9,10,11 
  • Time: 9:00-12:00 noon 
  • Open until filled 
  • In-Person: PH110
  • Instructor: Francis Rotella 
  • CUNYfirst Listing: Class 52381, Subject ACSKL, Catalog 90

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. 

WHEN? 

  • 3 hours each day for 4 days – 12 hours total 
  • Dates: January 8,9,10,11 
  • Time: 1:00-4:00 pm 
  • Open until filled 
  • In-Person: PH110
  • Instructor: David Puzzo 
  • CUNYfirst Listing: Class 52382, Subject ACSKL, Catalog 95

 

Contact Us:

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

Main Office Hours:

  • Check our Learning Commons home page for updated hours.