Duration
2 days
Course Description
macOS Basic and Intermediate training is a two-day course that teaches new Mac users how to use macOS, iLife and Microsoft Office. The course includes lectures, demonstrations, group discussions, and hands-on exercises that provide real-world experience.
Who should attend
People who will be using a Mac for the first time
Educators who will be teaching students how to use a Mac
Certifications
None
Prerequisites
Basic computer navigation skills
Objectives
How to navigate the macOS interface
How to use iLife to manage photos, create music and create movies
How to use Microsoft Office to create presentations, spreadsheets and word processor documents
Day 1
9.00amBasic training
- 1. macOS
1.1 Hardware Controls: System Preferences
1.1.1Creating User Accounts
Creating your own personal account.
1.1.2 Energy Saver
Configuring the Energy Saver settings.
1.1.3 Trackpad
Configuring trackpad settings and gestures.
1.1.4 Desktop and Screen Saver
Configuring the desktop picture, screen saver and hot corners.
1.1.5 Network
Connecting your Mac to a wireless network.
1.1.6 Printers
Installing a printer.
1.1.7 Keyboard shortcuts
Where to find and configure keyboard shortcuts.
1.2The Mac Desktop
1.2.1 The Menu Bar
Apple Menu, Application menu and menu items.
1.2.2 Main Desktop Access Gestures
Gestures for Mission Control and full screen apps.
1.3The Dock
1.3.1 Customising the Dock
Adding and removing applications from the Dock.
Customising Dock Magnification.
1.3.2 Running and Quitting Apps
Running, quitting and monitoring apps in the Dock.
1.3.3 Managing Stacks and Trash
Viewing and managing Stacks.
Viewing and managing Trash.
10.30amBreak
10.45amBasic training - continued
1.4The Finder window
1.4.1 Finder toolbar
Views and Quick Look.
1.4.2 Sidebar
Favourites, Devices, Shared and Tags.
1.4.3 Manipulating windows
Resizing, Default size, Minimising and Maximising.
1.4.4 Spotlight searching
Math equations, Dictionary and search terms.
1.5File Operations
1.5.1 Creating Documents
Creating, saving and Document Info.
1.5.2 Duplicating, Renaming and Moving Documents
Duplicating, Renaming and Moving Documents.
1.5.3 Deleting Documents
Deleting a document that you no longer need.
1.5.4 Sharing Documents
Saving a document in another format.
12.15pmLunch
1.15pmIntermediate training
2.Photo Booth
Manual/Reference:Choose Help in the Photo Booth application
2.1Photos
Taking photos to be used in a project later.
2.2Taking videos with Photo Booth
Taking videos to be used in a project later.
2.3Special Effects in Photo Booth
Adds interest to photos and videos.
3.QuickTime Screen Recording
Manual/Reference: Choose Help in the QuickTime Player application
3.1Recording video
Useful to record lectures. Video to be imported to iMovie later.
3.2Recording audio
Useful to record lectures. Audio to be imported to GarageBand later.
3.3Screen Capture
Useful to record slides or on screen actions.
Video to be imported to iMovie later.
- 4. Photos
4.1 Import Photos and Videos
Importing images from your phone or digital camera
4.2Improve your photos
Rotating, cropping and enhancing photos
4.3Share your photos and video
Exporting and sharing your photos
3.30pm Tea break
3.45pmIntermediate training - continued
- 5. GarageBand
5.1 Creating a new song
Opening a new file and selecting options
5.2Adding loops
Adding loops to your project
5.3Share your photos and video
Exporting and sharing your songs
6.iMovie
6.1Start a new project
Based on the subject taught by the teacher.
6.2Add video to your project
6.3Enhance your project
Add transitions, titles, narration and music.
6.4Share your movie
Export video file for use later.
Day 2
9.00amIntermediate training
7.Microsoft Word
7.1Create a new document
Creating a new file and choosing your template.
7.2Formatting and editing documents
How to manipulate text and change your document format.
7.3Adding media, tables and charts
How to add pictures, tables and charts to your document.
7.4Share your document
Export your document into various file formats.
10.30amBreak
10.45amBasic training - continued
8.Microsoft Excel
8.1Create a new spreadsheet
Creating a new file and choosing your template.
8.2Formatting and editing spreadsheets
Cell formatting, autocomplete, adding formulas and functions
8.3Share your document
Export your document into various file formats.
12.15pmLunch
1.15pmIntermediate training - continued
9.Microsoft Powerpoint
9.1Create a new Presentation
Creating a new file and choosing your template.
9.2Adding slides
Add different slides types to your slideshow.
9.3Adding content to slides
Adding the movie and pictures you created earlier.
3.30pm Tea break
3.45pmIntermediate training - continued
9.4Enhance your project
Add transitions and animation.
9.5Share your presentation
Export your document into various file formats
5.00pmEnd.
Programme scope, delivery arrangements and suitability are confirmed during enquiry.