Course Catalog

About AI Roboto Edu

AI Roboto Edu (AIRE) is a private institution approved to operate by the California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE). Approval to operate means the institution complies with the minimum standards set by the state; it does not mean the state endorses the institution or its programs.

AIRE builds programs that certify competencies in artificial intelligence and robotics to meet workforce needs.

Students gain exposure to the workforce through work-based learning, networking, coaching and personality assessments.

Institutional Mission and Objectives

AIRE is a learner-focused institution offering educational and work-based programs aligned with the workforce needs of the AI and robotics industries.

Purpose

To meet the growing need for workers who have both education and hands-on experience in AI and robotics.

Instructional Location

All instruction is delivered online. There is no physical student campus. The administrative office is located at 883 N Shoreline Blvd, Mountain View, CA 94043.

Hours of Operation

Staff can be reached by email and phone Monday through Sunday, 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MT. Appointments can be booked one day in advance. The office is closed on listed holidays.

Description of the Facilities & Type of Equipment Used for Instruction

AIRE has no instructional facilities. Course videos, Winspform and Google Colab are embedded in the learning management system (LMS), which students access after logging in at www.airobotoedu.com.

System Recommendations

• Operating system: Mac OS 10.2 or higher, or Windows 10 or higher
• 8 GB RAM minimum
• 1 TB hard drive or equivalent
• Browser: Chrome, Internet Explorer 8.0+, Firefox 3.0+ or Safari 4.0+
• Email: Outlook, Outlook Express, Mac Mail, Eudora, Entourage, Hotmail, Gmail or Yahoo
• Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint recommended

Library Resources

No formal library is required. Students receive LMS access upon enrollment, and staff provide research assistance.

Notice Concerning Transferability of Credits and Credentials

The transferability of credits and certificates earned at AIRE is at the complete discretion of the institution to which a student may seek to transfer. Students may be required to repeat some or all coursework at that institution.

Admissions Policies & Recognition of Credits

Applicants must submit an application and official transcripts from prior institutions. There is no application fee, and applications are accepted year-round.

No standardized testing is required. An Enrollment Agreement must be signed. AIRE has no articulation agreements and does not admit ability-to-benefit students.

Admission Requirements

Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution. Foreign degrees must be evaluated by a credential evaluation service such as a NACES member. Admission decisions are holistic.

Transfer Applicants

AIRE does not award credit for transfer coursework, prior experiential learning, challenge examinations or achievement tests.

Visa Related Services

AIRE does not admit students from other countries and therefore does not provide visa services.

Language Proficiency & Instruction

Students whose background is not in English must score 97 on the CELSA placement test. All instruction is in English. AIRE does not offer English as a Second Language (ESL) instruction.

Accreditation Status

AIRE is not accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Students are not eligible for federal financial aid programs.

Student Tuition Recovery Fund (STRF) Disclosure

The State of California established the Student Tuition Recovery Fund (STRF) to relieve or mitigate economic loss suffered by eligible California residents enrolled in a qualifying institution. Students should keep copies of their enrollment agreement, financial aid documents, receipts and any other records of payment.

Questions about STRF may be directed to the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education, 1747 N. Market Blvd., Suite 225, Sacramento, CA 95834, (916) 574-8900 or (888) 370-7589.

STRF Eligibility

A student may be eligible for STRF if they suffered an economic loss as a result of any of the following:

1. The institution closed before the course of instruction was completed.
2. The student was enrolled within 120 days before the institution closed.
3. The quality of the program declined significantly in the period before closure.
4. The institution failed to pay a refund ordered by the Bureau.
5. The institution failed to repay loan proceeds as required.
6. The student holds an award against the institution that has not been paid.
7. The student sought legal counsel that resulted in the cancellation of student loans.

Claims must be filed within four years. A Social Security number or taxpayer identification number is required to file a claim.

Privacy Act

AIRE complies with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Student records are not released without the student’s written request unless required by law.

Student Conduct

Students are expected to conduct themselves professionally. Misconduct or academic dishonesty may result in dismissal. Grounds for dismissal include:

• Intoxication in class
• Possession of drugs or alcohol on campus
• Possession of weapons on campus
• Behavior that creates a safety hazard
• Disrespectful behavior toward students, administrators or instructors
• Stealing or damaging property

The CEO decides on disciplinary action within 10 days after meeting with the department chair and the student.

Nondiscrimination Policy

AIRE provides equal opportunity to all applicants and employees regardless of any protected characteristic.

Academic Freedom

Faculty have academic freedom within the published course descriptions and approved instructional methods. Discussion and the open expression of views are encouraged.

Sexual Harassment

AIRE is committed to a learning environment free of harassment, including sexually abusive, degrading or suggestive conduct.

Student’s Right to Cancel

Students may cancel their enrollment through attendance at the first class session or the seventh day after enrollment, whichever is later. Written notice of cancellation should be sent to 883 N Shoreline Blvd, Mountain View, CA 94043 or to contact@airobotoedu.com.

On cancellation, AIRE refunds 100% of the amount paid for institutional charges, less a reasonable registration fee, within 45 days.

Refund Policy

After attendance begins, a student who has completed 60% or less of the period of attendance receives a pro rata refund.

Financial Aid

AIRE does not participate in federal or state financial aid programs. An interest-free monthly payment plan is available. Late fees apply to payments two or more days late. Payment arrangements must be made before classes begin.

Grades and Standards for Student Achievement

Competency-Based Education

Progress is measured by demonstrated knowledge and skill rather than time spent in class. Instructors respond to submitted work within 10 days.

Grading System

Attendance Policy

Students must sign in to the LMS for synchronous sessions and complete asynchronous work within the window set by the instructor. Qualifying academic activity includes:

• Submitting an assignment
• Submitting an exam
• Participating in an interactive tutorial
• Posting in an assigned study group
• Posting in an academic discussion forum
• Academic email contact with faculty

Simply logging in or clicking on course resources does not count as attendance. Students with no qualifying activity for seven consecutive calendar days will be withdrawn.

Academic Probation and Dismissal Policies

Students making unsatisfactory progress may be placed on academic probation. Progress is reviewed at the end of each module. Students on probation have two additional modules to return to satisfactory standing, after which they may be dismissed.

Leaves of Absence

AIRE does not grant leaves of absence.

Student Grievance Procedures — Student Rights

Students should first try to resolve complaints with their instructor or counselor. Unresolved complaints may be submitted in writing, with the required details and the student’s signature, to 883 N Shoreline Blvd, Mountain View, CA 94043. Students can expect a response within ten business days.

Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education
P.O. Box 980818, West Sacramento, CA 95798-0818
Phone: (916) 574-8900
Web: www.bppe.ca.gov

Student Services

AIRE does not provide airport reception or housing assistance. Students with personal problems are referred to appropriate local professional help.

Placement Services

AIRE does not offer job placement assistance.

Student Housing

AIRE has no dormitory facilities and no responsibility to find or assist students in finding housing. A one-bedroom unit near the administrative office costs approximately $1,500 per month.

Student Records and Transcripts

Student records are kept for five years and transcripts are kept permanently. Students may inspect their records by written request.

Transcripts are released only on written request bearing the student’s live signature.

Professions — Requirements for Eligibility for Licensure

None of AIRE’s programs lead to licensure or certification.

Charges: Tuition & Fees

Fees are subject to change without notice.

The registration fee, STRF and books & materials are non-refundable; books & materials are refundable only during the cancellation period. The STRF assessment is $0.00 per $1,000 of institutional charges.

Other Fees

• $35 for each declined scheduled credit card payment
• Services may be withheld if payment is more than 10 days late
• Transcripts: $25.00, paid in advance, for two copies

Faculty

Programs

All programs are classified under SOC 11-3021. Graduation requirement (all programs): complete all portions of the program with a minimum grade of “B”, receive a “pass” on the Class Participation and Project Scoring Rubrics, and pass the final exam. No externship or internship is required.

Required Disclosures

This catalog is updated annually each January. The catalog and brochures are available free of charge on request by phone. Approval to operate by the BPPE and the Department of Consumer Affairs does not constitute an endorsement.

AIRE has not filed for bankruptcy in the past five years. Prospective students are encouraged to review this catalog and the School Performance Fact Sheet before signing an enrollment agreement.

If a student obtains a loan to pay for an educational program, the student is responsible for repaying the full loan amount plus interest, less the amount of any refund. If the student received federal student financial aid funds, the student is entitled to a refund of the money not paid from federal financial aid program funds.

Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education
1747 North Market, Suite 225, Sacramento, CA 95834
P.O. Box 980818, West Sacramento, CA 95798
Web: www.bppe.ca.gov
Toll-free: (888) 370-7589 · Fax: (916) 263-1897

A student or any member of the public may file a complaint about this institution with the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education by calling (888) 370-7589 or by completing a complaint form on the Bureau’s website, www.bppe.ca.gov. The Office of Student Assistance and Relief can be reached at the same number and website.