MacBook 101

Course Description

MacBook 101 - Getting Started with MacBook

Bring your MacBook, Air, or Pro to class to learn the Mac Operating System (MacOS) on your personal Apple computer. If you’re new to computers, or switching from a Windows computer, this course will give you the needed skills and confidence to use your laptop computer for the tasks you want to accomplish. We will cover the basics of saving files so you can find needed files quickly, using the included Apple software to keep you organized and on schedule, communicating with friends and family, and adjusting the System Preferences to better fit your personal needs. It is required that you bring to class your personal MacBook so that you may follow along in this easy step-by-step course.

Sessions: 8 weekly two-hour class periods for a total of 16 hours

Course Requirements

Text: No text book is required for this course. We will be using the Apple User Guide as well as the Help Menu in each app

Prerequisites: Your personal MacBook

Syllabus

• • Discover MacOS — from the Desktop to the Dock to the Finder to app Menus

  • Customizing your MacOS Experience — Change how works, looks, and feels to be more productive

  • Your Apple Account and iCloud set up and usage 

  • Apple filing system and saving files effectively in the Finder

  • Included Apple software

  • Productivity software (Notes, Reminders, Calendar, Contacts)

  • Basic MacBook maintenance and security

Course Files

Links

Useful Apple related links