ACMT – Fast Track
Amsys are offering an ACMT (Fast Track) course for experienced Macintosh engineers requiring the Apple Certified Macintosh Certification.
(This course covers all the necessary content included in the ACMT 8-day Full Course , but reduces the course length down to 4 days removing all Take-Apart Labs and some additional and historical theory.)
Valid Candidates include previous certified engineers who have let their certification lapse and require an update course and also experienced Macintosh Engineers who previously or currently have worked for an Apple Authorised Service Provider for a minimum of six months.
Please note that ACMT certification by itself does not authorise a technician to perform repairs on Apple products or have access to parts or GSX.
| Must have at least a years experience working on Mac OS X and Apple hardware or was a previous certified ACMT but since has lapsed. |
Individuals wishing to become an Apple Certified Macintosh Technician (ACMT) must complete one hardware and one software exam at a minimum.
- Apple Certified Macintosh Service Exam (9L0-009)
The hardware exam allows an individual to focus on how Apple Desktop and Portable computers function and how to troubleshoot them.
- Mac OS X v10.6 Troubleshooting Exam (9L0-062)
The Mac OS requirement is to ensure that technicians have the knowledge to quickly and efficiently differentiate between software and hardware issues.
The software exam is specific to the Mac Operating System (Mac OS X v10.6).
ACMT – Fast Track
| Course Overview | ||
| Day 1
Apple Business Ethics This introductory chapter provides an overview of Apple’s business policies regarding ethics, privacy, and proper business conduct as it relates to Apple. Basic Computer Theory & Terminology Overview of the main components that make up a Macintosh Computer. Underlying Technologies This course introduces you to some key technologies implemented in Apple computers, including: • Processors Troubleshooting and Administrative Reference Tools and Materials • Looking at online tools, such as Global Service Exchange (GSX), Apple Support Articles (Knowledge Base), Service Source and the Discussion Boards. Troubleshooting Tools, Diagnostics and Utilities • General Troubleshooting Theory • Troubleshooting Goals – an explanation of what professional troubleshooting should accomplish. • Troubleshooting Steps – a comprehensive review of the components of Apple’s recommended troubleshooting process. • Apple Professional Hardware Troubleshooting (Component Isolation) Reducing machine’s to minimal configuration for troubleshooting purposes. • Job Aids – a general troubleshooting flowchart and notes you can use as a reference. Technician Safety Safe Working Procedures and General Maintenance. – Includes Electrostatic Discharge Prevention (ESD) and CRT Safety and discharge, Technician Safety as well as how to safely handle sensitive components. • Accidental Damage – How to identify Accidental Damage on an Apple Computer, how to deal with informing the customer and how to process the repair. • Internal Components Identify slot and connector types, major modules common to Macintosh desktops and list common malfunctioning symptoms. Day 2 • Power Management • Understanding of how the computer receives and distributes power to all the components along with how to troubleshoot power problems. • A separate section Introduces the current Wifi standard (802.11n) and Apple’s latest hardware and software solutions which support it. Day 3 Apple Portable specific • Theory Explanation of the additional components found in a portable computer, including troubleshooting tips and procedures. • The Portable Take Apart Process • Power Management in Portables Day 4 Mac OS X v10.6 Troubleshooting Course • Installing Mac OS X v10.6 |
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