Mac OS: Unleash the Power
(suitable for beginner to intermediate students)
Taught by Lutz Papenfuss or James Chang.  Click here for instructor profiles.

For many of us, owning a Mac feels a lot like having super powers that remain largely untapped.  As much as we love our Mac, let's face it, most of us are still only scratching the surface.  This course is designed for those who would like to take it to the next level and begin to tap the full power and force of their Macintosh computer.  We will cover every aspect of working in Mac, from maintenance and operation to state-of-the-art functionality and connectivity, allowing you to unleash the full creative potential of this amazing tool for work and play.  From day one, you will be using your Mac in ways that seem to defy the very imagination and take you on a journey far into the future.  Join us on this fascinating exploration deep into the the world of the Macintosh operating system.  Over the course of ten weeks, the following topics will be covered:

Introduction to the Mac
Keyboard basics
Mouse basics
Navigating the TrackPad
Spotlight introduction

Desktop, Dock
Dashboard
Apple Menu, Option Menu, Dictionary
System Preferences introduction
Web Clip Widgets

Windows and Window controls
Files and Folders
Preview and Finder, Trash
Spaces
Stickies
Text Edit

iCal
iPhoto
iTunes
Burn CD

Applications
Getting online, browsers, downloading
Mail program

System Preferences in-depth

iLife
iWork

Importance of security and privacy

Connecting your devices
File sharing

Transfer files from PC to Mac
Introducing BootCamp

Course Title: Mac OS
Tuition Fee: RMB 3200

Spring Session 2013: March 5th to May 11th

Section A: Tuesday mornings (10:00 AM - 12:30 PM)   Registration Closed
10 weeks from March 5th to May 7th (Course Code: MAC103)
Location: ELC Learning Center

Section B: Tuesday afternoons (1:00 PM - 3:30 PM)   Registration Closed
10 weeks from March 5th to May 7th (Course Code: MAC104)
Location: ELC Learning Center

Section C: Tuesday evenings (6:30 PM - 9:00 PM)   Registration Closed
10 weeks from March 5th to May 7th (Course Code: MAC105)
Location: ELC Learning Center

Section D: Saturday mornings (10:00 AM - 12:30 PM)   Registration Closed
10 weeks from March 9th to May 11th (Course Code: MAC106)
Location: ELC Learning Center

Fall Session 2013: October 12th to December 17th

Section A: Tuesday mornings (10:00 AM - 12:30 PM)
10 weeks from October 15th to December 17th (Course Code: MAC103)
Location: ELC Learning Center

Section B: Tuesday afternoons (1:00 PM - 3:30 PM)
10 weeks from October 15th to December 17th (Course Code: MAC104)
Location: ELC Learning Center

Section C: Tuesday evenings (6:30 PM - 9:00 PM)
10 weeks from October 15th to December 17th (Course Code: MAC105)
Location: ELC Learning Center

Section D: Saturday mornings (10:00 AM - 12:30 PM)
10 weeks from October 12th to December 14th (Course Code: MAC106)
Location: ELC Learning Center

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THIS COURSE

Registration Procedure:
First register online to reserve your place.  You will receive a confirmation email with further details and instructions.  Payment must be made on site at the ELC Learning Center during the payment dates shown below (you can come in person or send someone).

Tuition fee payment for the Fall Session 2013 will take place Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, September 13th, 14th, 15th, and 16th.  The payment hours are 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM.  Payments will be received in the Registration Office at the ELC Learning Center.  Payment must be received on time to complete your enrollment and maintain your reservation in the class(es) for which you have registered.

Register early to reserve your place, as many classes fill up quickly.  If the course for which you are registered does not reach the minimum enrollment requirement, you will be notified of the cancellation before the payment dates.  As such, we receive payments only for courses which are proceeding as scheduled.  Please note, we do not offer trial lessons or discounts of any kind.  Refund Policy: No refunds will be issued after the start of the term.