Online Class: OS X Yosemite

no certificate
with CEU Certificate*
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16Lessons
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33Exams &
Assignments -
477Students
have taken this course -
7Hours
average time -
0.7CEUs
Course Description
OS X Yosemite is the latest version of the OS X operating system released by Apple on June 2, 2014. It can be installed on any Mac device that meets the general specification requirements and can be installed for free by going to the Apple App Store. With a redesigned interface, OS X Yosemite gives users a refreshed, modern look, but also more power and ease-of-use than ever before.
In this course, you will learn to navigate and use OS X Yosemite and so much more, including these topics:
· Navigate OS X Yosemite's interface
· Work with files, folders, and icons in OS X Yosemite
· Search your Mac using Spotlight and the Finder window
· Work with the Dock, Finder toolbar, and Menulets
· Find apps, music, moves and more in the App Store and iTunes
· Use the heads-up program switcher
· Use FireWire or Thunderbolt disk mode
· Record movies or your screen
· Edit and play movies in QuickTime
· Play and record sounds
· Use the Mail app to check, send, and receive email
· Create user accounts and set parental controls
· Run Windows on a Mac
You will also learn about the following:
· Programs and applications in OS X Yosemite
· Cocoa and Carbon programs
· Mission Control
· Dashboard
· The free OS X Yosemite programs
· Notifications and the Notification Center
· Time Machine
· iCloud Backup and iCloud Drive
· Hotspot, AirDrop, and Handoff
· The new Safari web browser
· Gatekeeper, Firewall, and privacy shields
· The Messages app
· Printing in OS X Yosemite
· Working with Fonts and Font Book
· Keychain and Password Assistant
· And more
- Completely Online
- Self-Paced
- Printable Lessons
- Full HD Video
- 6 Months to Complete
- 24/7 Availability
- Start Anytime
- PC & Mac Compatible
- Android & iOS Friendly
- Accredited CEUs

Course Lessons
Lesson 1: Introduction to OS X Yosemite
Lesson 1 Video
Take Survey: Reasons for Taking this Course
Complete: Assignment 1
Complete: Exam 1
Lesson 2: Navigating OS X Yosemite
Lesson 2 Video
Review Article: Nine Finder tips for OS X Yosemite
Complete: Assignment 2
Complete: Exam 2
Lesson 3: Getting Organized in OS X Yosemite
Lesson 3 Video
Review Article: Get Organized with Finder Tags
Complete: Assignment 3
Complete: Exam 3
Lesson 4: Search Using Spotlight
Lesson 4 Video
Review 3 Articles: Mac Basics: Spotlight helps you find what you're looking for; Super-advanced tips for Mac OS X Yosemite; How to Customize Spotlight Search in Mac OS X Yosemite
Complete: Assignment 4
Complete: Exam 4
Lesson 5: The OS X Yosemite Elements
Lesson 5 Video
Review Article: Mac OS X Yosemite review: Continuity and WiFi problems mar an otherwise pleasing update
Complete: Assignment 5
Complete: Exam 5
Lesson 6: Working with Programs, Documents, and More in OS X Yosemite
Lesson 6 Video
Review 3 Articles: Complete guide to System Preferences in Mac OS X Yosemite, find the best settings for your Mac; Choose the Application to Open Files in OS X Yosemite; Customize Your Mac OS X Dock With These Hidden Terminal Commands
Complete: Assignment 6
Complete: Exam 6
Lesson 7: Exploring Notifications in OS X Yosemite
Lesson 7 Video
Review 2 Articles: 7 Tips for Getting the Most out of OS X Yosemite; OS X Yosemite: Get to Know Notification Center's New Features
Complete: Assignment 7
Complete: Exam 7
Lesson 8: Working with Data in OS X Yosemite
Lesson 8 Video
Complete: Assignment 8
Complete: Exam 8
Lesson 9: Working with Sounds, Videos, and Speech in Yosemite
Lesson 9 Video
Review 2 Articles: How to Set Up Dictation and Voice Commands in OS X Yosemite; Quicktime
Complete: Assignment 9
Complete: Exam 9
Lesson 10: Disks, iCloud, and Using the Mac with Other Apple Devices
Lesson 10 Video
Review 2 Articles: Set up iCloud on all your devices; Apple iCloud Drive explained: What is it and how does it work?
Complete: Assignment 10
Complete: Exam 10
Lesson 11: Using the Mail App for All Your Email Accounts
Lesson 11 Video
Review 2 Articles: Mac Apps Support; Set the default email app and web browser on your Mac
Complete: Assignment 11
Complete: Exam 11
Lesson 12: Safari
Lesson 12 Video
Review 2 Articles: Safari Downloads; How to use the Safari web browser on the Mac
Complete: Assignment 12
Complete: Exam 12
Lesson 13: The Messages App
Lesson 13 Video
Review 2 Articles: Mac Apps Support; OS X Apps
Complete: Assignment 13
Complete: Exam 13
Lesson 14: Working with Printers, Fonts, and Colors
Lesson 14 Video
Review Article: Get help resolving printer issues on your Mac
Complete: Assignment 14
Complete: Exam 14
Lesson 15: Security
Lesson 15 Video
Review Article: The Mac Security Blog
Complete: Assignment 15
Complete: Exam 15
Lesson 16: Running Windows on the Mac
Lesson 16 Video
Take Poll: What do you think about this course?
Take Survey: Course Comments
Take Survey: Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course)
Complete: Assignment 16
Complete: Exam 16
Complete: The Final Exam
Learning Outcomes
- Describe new features of OS X Yosemite.
- Describe methods for navigating OS X Yosemite.
- Demonstration Search Using Spotlight.
- Identify OS X Yosemite Elements.
- Describe working with data in OS X Yosemite.
- Describe working with sounds, videos, and speech in Yosemite.
- Describe using the mail app for all your email accounts.
- Describe working with printers, fonts, and colors.
- Summarize security settings, and
- Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
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- Document Your Lifelong Learning Achievements
- Earn an Official Certificate Documenting Course Hours and CEUs
- Verify Your Certificate with a Unique Serial Number Online
- View and Share Your Certificate Online or Download/Print as PDF
- Display Your Certificate on Your Resume and Promote Your Achievements Using Social Media

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