🚀🔥💪COURSE OPERATIONS– BOOT CAMP PROGRAMS🚀🔥💪
🚀 Welcome to Automation Workz, where our programs are designed as intensive, hands-on, and fast-paced boot camps to provide “SKILLS THAT PAY THE BILLS.” This is not a traditional classroom experience. Our learners are expected to be self-sufficient, motivated, and ready to take control of their futures by mastering AI, technology, and digital skills that will lead to prosperity in today’s rapidly evolving economy.
WHAT MAKES OUR PROGRAMS DIFFERENT?
At Automation Workz, we focus on real-world applications rather than passive learning. Each course is structured to: ✅ Build job-ready skills through projects, labs, and problem-solving exercises
✅ Prepare you for high-paying careers in AI, cybersecurity, networking, and other tech fields
✅ Emphasize self-discipline, motivation, and personal accountability
Success in this program requires commitment, resilience, and a proactive attitude. Our curriculum is demanding, and we do not “hold hands” through the process—our goal is to push you to think critically, work independently, and apply your skills in real-world scenarios.
2024-2025 Automation Workz Institute Enrollment Agreement (Complete and email back to Miranda)
📁 ZOOM ETIQUETTE & VIRTUAL CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS
As part of our virtual learning environment, all learners are required to maintain professional Zoom etiquette. This includes: ✅ Camera On Policy: Your camera must be turned on during live sessions unless you have prior approval from the instructor.
✅ Engaged Participation: Stay active in discussions, respond when called upon, and engage in breakout sessions.
✅ Professional Environment: Attend classes from a quiet location, free from distractions, and dress appropriately.
✅ Mute When Not Speaking: Keep your microphone muted unless you are speaking to minimize background noise.
✅ Use Your Name: Your Zoom display name must match your registered name in the course.
✅ Timely Attendance: Arrive on time and stay for the full session. If you have technical difficulties, notify your instructor immediately.
Failure to follow Zoom etiquette may result in being removed from the session or further disciplinary action.
📂 IMPORTANT: ONLY ASSIGNMENTS IN THE LMS (NEON TRAIN) ARE GRADED
- Only the LMS’s Content Section (Neon Train) assignments will be graded.
- You may see additional assignments on the Cisco NetAcad platform, but they are NOT required if not explicitly stated in your Content Section on Neon Train.
- If you are directed to complete an assignment on Cisco NetAcad, it will NOT count toward your overall grade unless you submit proof of completion per the instructions on Neon Train.
📖 ACADEMY OPERATIONS
Virtual Boot Camp Structure
Our boot camp model includes:
✔ Live Virtual Class Sessions (Interactive)
✔ Virtual Instructor Office Hours (Personalized Guidance)
✔ Hands-On Assignments & Simulations (Real-World Application)
✔ Digital Reading Material (Self-Paced Learning)
🕒 CLASS SCHEDULE – LIVE VIRTUAL SESSIONS
📅 Monday & Thursday: 8:00 AM & 7:00 PM (EST)
📅 Wednesday: 1:00 PM (EST)
✅ Session Themes:
- Motivational Mondays: Link coursework to real-world industry applications
- Thinkful Thursdays: Work through technical challenges with instructor guidance
- Wisdom Wednesdays: Apply industry insights to problem-solving strategies
💡 Join the class via Zoom! Links are in your Course Calendar under the Calendar on the course home page.
🏆 INSTRUCTOR & SUPPORT
Instructor: Miranda Boyd
📞 Email: Miranda@autoworkz.org (preferred)
Teaching Assistant: Jahnel Simpson
📞 Email: Jahnel@autoworkz.org (preferred)
CEO/Founder: Ms. Ida Byrd-Hill
📞 Email: Business@autoworkz.org (preferred)
📌 To schedule an appointment, please email Ms. Ida Byrd-Hill directly. She will provide a booking link on a case-by-case basis.
🚨 Need help? For urgent matters: 📱 Text: 313-444-4885 (Office) or 313-777-3232 (Miranda)
⏳ Response Time: Same day or within 24 hours
📊 BOOT CAMP EXPECTATIONS & COURSE REQUIREMENTS
📌 Our boot camp model requires you to complete one module per week.
🚨 Failure to complete a module within the required week will result in ❌ A zero (0%) in the grade book for missing assignments
📞 A phone call regarding your missed mandatory deadline
📢 Your Detroit at Work or MI Works career coach will be notified
⚡ No Excuses, Only Results! The fast-paced nature of our boot camps means that staying on track is critical for success.
🗒 ESSAY DISCUSSIONS – WRITTEN ASSIGNMENTS
📌 Submission Guidelines: ✔ Format: Upload as a PDF or Word document (.doc/.docx)
✔ Length: Minimum of 3 well-developed paragraphs (Introduction, Body, Conclusion)
✔ Citations: Include at least two credible sources (Wikipedia is NOT a credible source. It can be edited by anyone, meaning the information may not always be accurate or verified. Instead, use academic journals, books, or reputable websites such as:)
- Academic Journals: IEEE Xplore, ACM Digital Library, Harvard Business Review
- Books: “The Lean Startup” by Eric Ries, “Artificial Intelligence: A Guide for Thinking Humans” by Melanie Mitchell
- Reputable Websites: MIT Technology Review, National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), Pew Research Center
✔ Grammar & Structure: Proofread before submitting (use Grammarly or Microsoft Word spell check)
✔ File Naming: Use [LastName_FirstName_EssayTitle]
🚀 Your success depends on your dedication—take charge of your future and thrive in this AI-driven economy! 💡
New COURSE OPERATIONS – BOOT CAMP PROGRAMS agreement (sign and email back to Miranda)