ACN101 Apple Device Support for ACN
A two day intensive bootcamp course specially for Apple Consultants Network (ACN) members about the functionality of macOS, iOS & iPadOS and effective troubleshooting.
Prepares for this certification
Apple Certified Support Professional
Description
This course teaches the best ways to support macOS & iOS/iPadOS users. The course includes lectures, demonstrations, group discussions, that provide real-world experience. The course takes you deep inside macOS , iOS/iPadOS offering in-depth, step-by-step guidance on everything from installing and configuring macOS/iOS/iPadOS to managing networks and system administration. You’ll learn how to set up users, configure system preferences, manage security and permissions, use diagnostic and repair tools, troubleshoot peripheral devices, and more. This training is focused on preparing you the best way possible for the for Apple Device Support Exam (9L0-3023-ENU).
Prerequisites to this course
- Some technical experience with macOS/iOS/iPadOS. For those new in the profession, we recommend the full 3-day course.
Target audience
- People who manage computer networks or computer labs that run macOS/iOS/iPadOS
- People who support Mac/iPhone/iPad users
List of subjects
What you’ll learn:
- How to use macOS, iOS/iPadOS tools and resources and how to troubleshoot
- macOS, iOS/iPadOS features and functionality, including how to find more information
- How to prepare for the Apple Device Support Exam (9L0-3023-ENU).
Course topics:
- Installation and Configuration
Participants learn to update, upgrade, and reinstall macOS Ventura, then set up and configure macOS on an individual Mac. Participants are introduced to the command-line interface and macOS Recovery. - User Accounts
Participants learn to manage user accounts and user home folders. They also learn about macOS security and password management. - File Systems and Storage
Participants learn to manage file systems, storage, encryption, permissions, and file sharing. - Data Management
Participants use hidden items, shortcuts, file archives, metadata, and Spotlight. They also learn to manage system resources and Time Machine. - Apps and Processes
Participants install, manage, and troubleshoot apps, and manage documents. - Network Configuration
Participants manage basic and advanced network settings and troubleshoot network issues. - Network Services
Participants manage network services, host sharing, and a personal firewall. - System Management
Participants manage printers and scanners, then troubleshoot peripherals, startup, and other system issues. - iOS & iPadOS Support
Participants learn how to support iOS & iPadOS. - Apple ID & iCloud
Participants will learn the functionality and security of iCloud and Apple IDs & Managed Apple IDs.