Class schedules are distributed on the first day of classes. The program is instructor-led. Most courses consist of instructor lectures and student assignments with definite due dates. Students should be prepared to do homework each night. The amount of time could vary from one-half hour to several hours per night.
Students have generous access to computer labs after classes.
It is not necessary to have a home computer. Students who have successfully completed a specialty or specialties, and who demonstrate suitability and reliability may be eligible for a two-week work experience at the end of the specialty term. Internships and coops are not available. ABT takes new students in September and February of each year. The actual start dates vary from year to year.