EDTEC 631 - Mac OS X Deployment

Using Apple Certified Curriculum (Leopard 302), 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. This class is for Mac OS X system administrators who need to know how to streamline the process of installing and configuring a large number of computers running Mac OS X. Comprises one of four requirements of Apple Certified Systems Administration which distinguishes you to colleagues, employers, and prospective clients as a skilled IT user and provides a competitive edge in today's ever-changing job market. Continuing Education is an Apple Authorized Training Center. Students should have the following prerequisite knowledge prior to attending the course: Mac OS X basic troubleshooting experience or Mac OS X Support Essentials v10.5; basic Mac OS X Server experience or Mac OS X Server Essentials v10.5; experience with Mac OS X in a network environment; and experience using the command-line interface with Mac OS X. Admitted U of U students may take this course for credit. Register for CS 2965-001 through the Campus Information System. Tuition includes course materials.