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Learn the Mac - macOS basics
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Learn the Mac - macOS basics

Are you new to the Mac? Wanting to learn more about the Mac? We'll teach you the skills to use your Mac like a Pro!
Last updated 10/2026
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What you'll learn

  • Mac Basics Overview
  • Moving from Windows to Mac
  • Working with the Mac, Files and Folders
  • Looking at Apps and Documents
  • Internet Browsing, Emails and Messaging on the Mac
  • Learn about Customizing your Mac
  • How to master your Mac

Course content

8 sections • 40 lectures • 2h 57m total length
  • Introduction to MacOS3:13

    Welcome to this course! This first video gives you an introduction to the Mac and what will be discussed in this course.

Requirements

  • Basic Computer Knowledge
  • Access to a Mac is preferred, but not essential

Description

Have you just got yourself a Mac or thinking about getting one? Perhaps you have moved from a Windows computer and want to understand the differences. We’ll help you get started, giving you an overview on all things Mac.

Practise and check your understanding

  • Work through the practical file-copy assignment: build a file-location map and check the difference between a working copy and an alias, so you know when a shortcut is not enough.

  • Use topic-specific quizzes alongside the lessons to reinforce Mac navigation, file handling, applications, settings, security and backups.

Find these activities in the course curriculum and apply the concepts as you work through the videos.

This course is built around the Big Sur macOS version, but is applicable to other macOS versions.


In this course we’ll cover

  • What is a Mac and macOS

  • Mac basics and how to navigate around a Mac

  • Differences between Windows and a Mac

  • How to perform basic functions on a Mac

  • What are some of the key applications that come bundled on a Mac and how to use them

  • How to get onto the Internet and setup your Mail

  • How to customise and change the look and feel of your Mac

  • How to create multiple user accounts, so that you and your family/friends can enjoy the Mac

  • Tips on mastering your Mac use


Do I need to be an expert?

No, this course is designed for people who may never have used a Mac before, but will also benefit people who may have been using a Mac for a while.


What software do I need?

We’ll be demoing most features on macOS Big Sur, but if you have an earlier or later version of the macOS that’s fine, features are very similar.


Why this course?

This course will be easy to understand, and is great because it will be hands on. It’s even better if you take this course on your Mac and follow along if you can.


You’ll soon start to see why so many people love Mac’s and why they are so popular.

Of course this is only the beginning of your learning journey, using your Mac more and more will help to learn more and more and will assist you in being more comfortable using your Mac.

Downloadable Word guides are included in the macOS Final Thoughts lesson: a homework workbook with 10 course-linked practical exercises, and an interview-preparation guide with 12 prompts, answer checkpoints and space to record your own examples. Practise file handling, apps, sharing, device readiness and recovery planning, then use your evidence to explain what you have learned.

Who this course is for:

  • Anyone wanting to learn more about the Mac
  • Microsoft Windows users thinking of switching