Bootcamps

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. 

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Sign up for PSYCH Bootcamps

 

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

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 8 days – 24 hours total
  • Dates: Monday through Thursday, August 5, 6, 7, 8 & 12, 13, 14, 15
  • Time: 9:00-12:00 noon
  • Mode: In-person
  • Room: SB-C201
  • Instructor: Xinying Chyn
  • Course Code: ACSKL or search “Bootcamp”

Preparing for CSCI 211 Bootcamp

For students who are going to take CSCI 211, or who want to review basic C++ programming concepts. The bootcamp will review the basic programming concepts from CSCI 111 and preview important concepts in CSCI 211. Help you succeed in the upcoming OOP in C++ course. Led by an instructor within the department.
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: Xinying Chyn
  • Course Code: ACSKL or search “Bootcamp”

Preparing for CSCI 220 Bootcamp

For students who are going to take CSCI 220, or who want to review basic Discrete Math concepts. The bootcamp will review the basic discrete math concepts from Math 120 and preview important concepts in CSCI 220. Help you succeed in the upcoming Discrete Structure course. Led by an instructor within the department.

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: Xinying Chyn
  • Course Code: ACSKL or search “Bootcamp”

 

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 or search “Bootcamp”

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: SB-C203
  • Instructor: Francis Rotella
  • Course Code: ACSKL or search “Bootcamp”

PSYCH Bootcamp Sign up: https://forms.office.com/r/e8M5zkQ68G

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: SB-C201
  • Instructor: David Puzzo
  • Course Code: ACSKL or search “Bootcamp”

PSYCH Bootcamp Sign up: https://forms.office.com/r/e8M5zkQ68G

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 12, 13, 14, 15
  • Time: 12:30-2:30
  • Mode: In-person
  • Room: SB-D133
  • Instructor: Ming Lei
  • Course Code: ACSKL or search “Bootcamp”

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.