Apple IT Classes October 4, 2009

FCSvr 101 - An Introduction to Administering Final Cut Server - 2 days
10/8/2009, 11/16/2009
This two-day class guides you through administering Final Cut Server, Apple's powerful new media asset management and workflow automation software. Final Cut Server takes the headache out of managing large collections of media files, then extends to tracking job status, managing reviews and approvals, and automating complex sequences of tasks all in a single product designed to work seamlessly with Final Cut Studio. The course combines of lectures and hands-on case study exercises to provide practical real-world experience.

Leopard 100 - Introduction to Mac OS X v10.5 - 1 day
10/7/2009 11/14/2009
Introduction to Mac OS X is a one-day preliminary course for those new to Mac OS X who need to prepare for the Mac OS X Support Essentials course, or other technical Mac OS X training courses. This course focuses on getting to know the foundations of Mac OS X, with topics ranging from efficient window and application management to system customization. You'll also learn how to configure user accounts and manage files.

In addition to the instructional content provided during the hands-on portion of the class, attendees receive a copy the book, Mac OS X v10.5 Leopard, by Robin Wiliams.

Leopard 101 - Mac OS X Support Essentials v10.5 - 3 days
11/18/2009
Mac OS X Support Essentials is a three-day, hands-on course that provides an in-depth exploration of troubleshooting on Mac OS X. This course is designed to give you a tour of the breadth of functionality of Mac OS X and the best methods for effectively supporting users of Mac OS X systems. The course is a combination of lectures and hands-on case study exercises that provide practical real-world experience.

Leopard 201 - Mac OS X Server Essentials v10.5 - 4 days
10/12/2009
Mac OS X Server Essentials is a four-day course designed to give technical coordinators and entry-level system administrators the skills, tools, and knowledge to implement and maintain a network that uses Mac OS X Server. Students learn how to install and configure Mac OS X Server to provide network-based services, such as file sharing, authentication, and printing. Tools for efficiently managing and deploying Mac OS X and software updates are also covered. The course is a combination of lectures and hands-on case study exercises that provide practical real-world experience.

Leopard 301 - Mac OS X Directory Services v10.5 - 4 days
10/20/2009
This four-day course focuses on both Mac OS X as a directory service client, and Mac OS X Server as a directory server. Cross platform solutions are emphasized in both instances. In working with Mac OS X, students learn how to use network accounts and Kerberos authentication with any common directory service, such as Apple's Open Directory, Microsoft's Active Directory, or an industry-standard LDAP server.

In working with Mac OS X Server, students learn how to run a robust, scalable directory system using Apple's Open Directory server. Students also learn how to use Mac OS X Server to augment an existing directory service infrastructure. The course is a combination of lecture and hands-on case study exercises that provide practical real-world experience.

Leopard 302 - Mac OS X Deployment v10.5 - 3 days
11/4/2009
This three-day course focuses on solutions for deploying software, ranging from the installation of individual files to the deployment of complete system images to multiple computers. Students then apply what they've learned to create a full deployment plan that includes testing, hardware and software deployment, auditing and maintenance.

The course also teaches students how to create a tiered Software Update server solution, as well as about third-party solutions to supplement tools provided by Apple. Students get hands-on experience in using tools such as Apple Remote Desktop, Disk Utility, PackageMaker, and System Image Utility and discuss the pros and cons of each for different deployment situations.

*** Class Duration: 10am-6pm ***

For more info go to www.fmctraining.com

Future Media Concepts
1627 K St NW, Suite 900
Washington DC, 20006

Tel: 202-429-9700
Fax: 202-429-9898

Official Website: http://www.fmctraining.com/fmc.asp?z=Mac+IT+Academy