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MacOS X Introduction Course
Summary
Course Aim:
The MacOS Introduction course provides an introduction to efficiently use the interface of MacOS X. Users will learn how to use the MacOS to work with applications, organise the hard disk and customise the MacOS to meet their specific needs and preferences.
This course is ideal for new Mac users or experienced users upgrading to Mac OS X - anyone who wants to use Mac OS X in their work without losing productive time trying to learn through trial and error. Courseware supplied; comprehensive & Alpha designed.
Course Prerequisites:
Previous experience using applications on a PC or Macintosh is an essential prerequisite for this course.
Course Duration:
One day; 9:00am - 4:30pm
Classroom courses include:
- Adobe Certified instructors (with min 10 yrs experience)
- Alpha prepared comprehensive coursenotes with tutorials and exercises (updated frequently to reflect industry trends)
- Certificates
- eLearning DVD Package (FREE at course registration where available, see our SPECIALS)
- After course support, unlimited HELP DESK (via email, to reinforce the learning), helpdesk@alphacc.com.au
- Training guarantee
- FREE repeat of public course within 6 months (where required, and on same version), see terms & conditions
Content
Course Content
During this course you will learn about:
Topic 1 Introduction to MacOS X
- Preparing the HD for MacOS X
- Understanding MacOS X Architecture
- MacOS X Overview
- MacOS X Standard Applications (Accessories)
- The Application Menu
- Windows
- Menu Extras
Topic 2 Using The Finder and Dock
- The Finder Window
- Finder Toolbar
- Finder Preferences
- Desktop
- The File System
- The Top-Level Mac OS X File System
- The Home Directory
- Applications
- The Finder Menu Bar
- The Go Menu
- The Dock
- Running Classic Applications
Topic 3 Software Sources
- Software Considerations in a Multiuser System
Topic 4 Accessories
- The Basic Productivity Applications
- Desk Accessories
- Working With Audio Media
- Working with Digital Video
- Digital Imaging and Graphic Utilities
- Web Browsing
- Sherlock
- Keychain Access
Topic 5 Networking
- Setting Up Mac OS X Networking
- Setting Network Port Priorities and Locations
- Using Network Sharing
- Customizing Your Shared Folders
- Network Utility: A Quick Overview
Topic 6 Setting up Printers & Fonts
- Setting up Printers
- Adding Fonts
Topic 7 Monitors and ColorSync
- Configuring Displays
- ColorSync System Preferences Panel
- ColorSync Utility
Topic 8 Additional System Preferences
- Personal System Preferences
- Hardware System Preferences
- Internet and Network Preferences
- System Preferences
- System Utilities
Topic 9 Creating User Accounts
- Adding an administrator account to your computer
- About administrator accounts
- Adding a new user account to your computer
- Deleting a user account
- Switching between user accounts
- About logging in and out
Topic 10 Working with Files, Folders , & Applications
- Moving Files and Folders
- Renaming Files
- Copying Files and Folders
- Deleting Files and Folders
- Creating Aliases
- Opening Unrecognized Files
- Force-Quitting Applications with the Process Manager
Appendix A: Index
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Specials
This course is not offered as part of any Special.
2012 Training Specials for Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Canberra Centres
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Selected Level 1 courses $775 from 03/08/2011
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Selected Level 1 public courses in our Sydney Training Centre are now $775 (RRP $935) during the promotional period. The offer can't be taken with another offer or promotion.
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Selected Level 2 courses $775 from 03/08/2011
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Selected Level 2 public courses in our Sydney Training Centre are now $775 (RRP $935) during the promotional period. The offer can't be taken with another offer or promotion.
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Buy 2 * 2-day courses and get a 1-day course FREE
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Alpha is offering a FREE 1-day course to the person attending TWO 2-day public courses (at RRP pricing) in our Sydney Training Centre during the promotional period. The offer can't be taken with another offer or promotion and is a limited offer, and will be limited to specific 1-day courses. Courses will be invoiced together (two 2-day courses, at RRP pricing, plus 1-day free course) and must be paid in full before course commencement to obtain free course. Register for TWO public 2-day courses to obtain the FREE 1-day course.
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Buy Acrobat Package for $775 (Package RRP normally $945) from 03/08/2011
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The Acrobat Package (Acrobat for Business and Acrobat Advanced) public courses in our Sydney Training Centre is now $800 during the promotional period (Package RRP normally $945; note the 2 courses bought separetely are $945). The offer can't be taken with another offer or promotion and is limited.
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- Brisbane Training Specials
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Option 1 (BRISBANE):
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Selected Level 1 courses $775 from 14/09/2011
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Selected Level 1 public courses in our Brisbane Training Centre are now $775 (RRP $935) during the promotional period. The offer can't be taken with another offer or promotion.
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Option 2 (BRISBANE):
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Selected Level 2 courses $775 from 14/09/2011
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Selected Level 2 public courses in our Brisbane Training Centre are now $775 (RRP $935) during the promotional period. The offer can't be taken with another offer or promotion.
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Option 3 (BRISBANE):
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Buy 2 * 2-day courses and get a 1-day course FREE
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Support your staff by upskilling them.
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Alpha is offering a FREE 1-day course to the person attending TWO 2-day public courses (at RRP pricing) in our Brisbane Training Centre during the promotional period. The offer can't be taken with another offer or promotion and is a limited offer, and will be limited to specific 1-day courses. Courses will be invoiced together (two 2-day courses, at RRP pricing, plus 1-day free course) and must be paid in full before course commencement to obtain free course. Register for TWO public 2-day courses to obtain the FREE 1-day course.
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Option 4 (BRISBANE):
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Buy Acrobat Package for $775 (Package RRP normally $945) from 14/09/2011
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The Acrobat Package (Acrobat for Business and Acrobat Advanced) public courses in our Brisbane Training Centre is now $775 during the promotional period (Package RRP normally $945; note the 2 courses bought separetely are $945). The offer can't be taken with another offer or promotion and is limited.
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- Melboure Training Specials
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Option 1 (MELBOURNE):
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Selected Level 1 courses $775 from 12/12/2011
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Selected Level 1 public courses in our Melbourne Training Centres are now $775 (RRP $935) during the promotional period. The offer can't be taken with another offer or promotion.
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Option 2 (MELBOURNE):
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Selected Level 2 courses $775 from 12/12/2011
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Selected Level 2 public courses in our Melbourne Training Centres are now $775 (RRP $935) during the promotional period. The offer can't be taken with another offer or promotion.
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Option 3 (MELBOURNE):
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Buy 2 * 2-day courses and get a 1-day course FREE
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Support your staff by upskilling them.
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Alpha is offering a FREE 1-day course to the person attending TWO 2-day public courses (at RRP pricing) in our Melbourne Training Centre during the promotional period. The offer can't be taken with another offer or promotion and is a limited offer, and will be limited to specific 1-day courses. Courses will be invoiced together (two 2-day courses, at RRP pricing, plus 1-day free course) and must be paid in full before course commencement to obtain free course. Register for TWO public 2-day courses to obtain the FREE 1-day course.
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Option 4 (MELBOURNE):
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Buy Acrobat Package for $775 (Package RRP normally $945) from 12/12/2011
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The Acrobat Package (Acrobat for Business and Acrobat Advanced) public courses in our Sydney-Brisbane-Melbourne Training Centres is now $775 during the promotional period (Package RRP normally $945; note the 2 courses bought separetely are $945). The offer can't be taken with another offer or promotion and is limited.
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- Canberra Training Specials
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Option 1 (CANBERRA):
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Buy 2 * 2-day courses and get a 1-day course FREE
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Support your staff by upskilling them.
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Alpha is offering a FREE 1-day course to the person attending TWO 2-day public courses (at RRP pricing) in our Canberra Training Centre during the promotional period. The offer can't be taken with another offer or promotion and is a limited offer, and will be limited to specific 1-day courses. Courses will be invoiced together (two 2-day courses, at RRP pricing, plus 1-day free course) and must be paid in full before course commencement to obtain free course. Register for TWO public 2-day courses to obtain the FREE 1-day course.
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eLearning DVD
When you attend any of the following scheduled courses, you will receive a FREE eLearning DVD:
- Acrobat for Business and Advanced
- PhotoShop Level 1, and Level 2
- Illustrator Level 1, and Level 2
- InDesign Level 1, and Level 2
- Dreamweaver Level 1, and Level 2
- Flash Level 1, and Level 2
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