# AI Bootcamp with ChatGPT and Copilot Canonical URL: ## Overview This hands-on course shows you how to integrate AI into your daily workflow using ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot. You’ll learn prompt-writing techniques, explore advanced customization with Custom GPTs, and practice using AI for content creation, research, and project management. The training also covers Copilot’s integration with Microsoft 365 apps to automate tasks and improve collaboration. By the end, you’ll know how to apply ChatGPT, Copilot, and GitHub Copilot strategically to boost productivity, streamline communication, and drive innovation in the workplace. ## What you'll learn - Understand how generative AI models work and how to write effective prompts - Use ChatGPT to generate text, ideas, images, and creative content across various business scenarios - Customize ChatGPT with Projects, Custom GPTs, saved preferences, and tone matching - Explore ChatGPT’s research tools, app integrations, voice output, and image generation - Apply Microsoft Copilot in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and OneDrive - Automate repetitive tasks, summarize content, and boost productivity using AI tools ## Curriculum 1. **Generative AI with ChatGPT** 2. **ChatGPT Level 2** 3. **AI for Workplace Productivity with Microsoft Copilot** ## Schedule - Jul 14, 2026 – Jul 16, 2026 — Live Online - Aug 12, 2026 – Aug 14, 2026 — Live Online - Sep 15, 2026 – Sep 17, 2026 — Live Online - Oct 13, 2026 – Oct 15, 2026 — Live Online - Nov 2, 2026 – Nov 4, 2026 — Live Online - Dec 8, 2026 – Dec 10, 2026 — Live Online ## Instructors ### Bruce Gay — Instructor Bruce is an engaging trainers and program manager who brings 25+ years practical experience to deliver effective and experiential training to students. Able to engage adult learners with a range of backgrounds and professional experiences. Successful at building effective stakeholder relationships and coordinating multi-disciplinary teams for solution delivery. Bruce has over 25 years of project and program management experience across multiple industries. He has a Masters degree from The George Washington University and a B.A. from the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill. Bruce currently runs his own freelance training and consulting business, helping project managers and team leaders improve their business skills, become better leaders, and achieve professional greatness. Bruce is a well-received speaker in the areas of design thinking, project management, cross-team collaboration, and AI tools for projects, and has presented at regional and international conferences. ### Steve Pesklo — Instructor Steve is an energetic trainer who focuses on applying technical concepts to everyday work practices. He is the founder and president of SoftLake Solutions, a company that specializes in providing data and AI applications to identify fraud for Internal Audit, Criminal Investigations, Forensic Accounting, Privacy, and Compliance. Steve brings a large amount of experience across multiple industries and government agencies. He is an expert in implementing large data analysis projects across the world, including Inland Revenue in the UK and Argentina, New Zealand, Africa and across Europe. Previously, he was the manager of Data Architecture and Data Services for a large mortgage company. He is a frequent speaker on data analytics and project management topics and speaks fluent German. He has been teaching at the Graduate School for over 10 years. Steve has an M.B.A. from the University of St. Thomas and a B.S. in Computer Science from California Lutheran University and the Universität Salzburg in Austria. He is certified as a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Project Management Professional (PMP), and a Certified ScrumMaster (CSM). ### Brian Simms — Instructor Brian Simms is a seasoned educator and training leader with extensive experience developing and delivering innovative learning programs in project management and emerging technologies. Over the course of his career, he has designed adaptive learning models that combine instructor-led sessions, live online experiences, and self-paced study, ensuring professionals can access training in flexible and effective ways. His work has emphasized the integration of artificial intelligence into professional development, helping organizations and individuals understand how AI can be applied to solve real-world challenges in leadership, project execution, and decision-making. In addition to his instructional expertise, Brian has guided curriculum development, led large training initiatives, and advanced the use of collaboration tools that improve learner engagement and retention. His depth of experience and forward-looking perspective make him uniquely equipped to prepare federal professionals to navigate both the complexities of project management and the transformative potential of AI. ## Pricing **Tuition:** $799