Aperture 2 Train-the-Trainer (Aperture T3)
Post-Production for Professional Photographers
Course Description
This intensive, three-day course prepares training professionals and industry experts to deliver Apple's Aperture 2 curriculum. The course combines lectures with hands-on, case study exercises that reinforce practical skills.
Apple Certified Trainer for Pro Applications
To attend a Pro Applications Train-the-Trainer (T3) course, you must first be accepted into the Apple Certified Trainer (ACT) for Pro Apps program. This program trains and certifies qualified individuals to deliver curriculum focused on Apple's suite of digital Pro Apps. ACTs work with Apple Authorized Training Centers (AATCs) to deliver a range of end-user courses.
Apply for admission by completing the online Apple Certified Trainer application at: training.apple.com/act/. Be sure to specify the T3 course you want to attend. The application will be reviewed by Apple Pro Training, and you must meet all prerequisites to be accepted into the program. Please allow at least seven business days for your application to be processed.
Once you are accepted into the ACT program, you'll be sent a code to take the end-user exam for the application you identified. If you have not taken that exam previously, you should take it prior to the T3 course. You will also receive an email with information on registration and fee payment for the T3 course you selected. If you have any questions, please email: trainer@apple.com.
Apple Certified Trainer for Aperture
This course covers the requirements necessary to successfully become an Apple Certified Trainer, Level One in Aperture 2. To become certified, you must attend the Aperture 2 T3 course, and pass the presentation evaluation and the certification exam. The exam is administered during the last day of class. For details on Apple's certification offerings, please visit training.apple.com/certification/
Prerequisites
Participants must meet the following prerequisites prior to attending this course:
- Aperture 2 Level One end-user certification
- An accepted ACT application. The program guide and a link to the application are available at training.apple.com/act/
- Attendance at an Aperture 2 end-user course
- Minimum of one year of experience using Aperture
- Minimum of three years of experience as a teacher or professional in any of these fields: photographer, photographic editor, visual effects artist, web designer, DVD author, graphic designer or other closely related field
- Some teaching experience in a structured, classroom setting
- Thoroughly review the Apple Pro Training Series book: Aperture 2 by Ben Long, Richard Harrington and Orlando Luna
Day 1
| Topic | Description |
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| Certified Trainer Overview | Book Methodology, Lesson Files and Media, System Requirements, Apple Pro Certification, Introductions, Classroom Setup and Apple Remote Desktop |
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Lesson 1 Importing Images into the Aperture Workflow |
Using the Aperture Workflow and Layouts, Importing from a Memory Card, Choosing the Source Folder and Destination Project, Importing Images, Understanding Camera RAW, Using the Background Task List, Understanding Masters and Versions, Rating, Editing and Outputting Images, Backing Up and Quitting |
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Lesson 2 Evaluating Images: Compare and Select |
Importing Images from a Disk, Navigating the Browser, Using Quick Preview, Grouping Images into Stacks, Rotating Images, Evaluating Images in Full Screen Mode, Zooming, Using the Centered Loupe, Assigning Ratings, and Evaluating Images on the Light Table |
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Lesson 3 Organizing Your Project |
Auto-stacking on Import, Filtering your Project by Rating, Using the Query HUD, Using Keywords, Editing Metadata with the Metadata Inspector, Using Batch Change to Copy Metadata, Organizing Multiple Projects, Sorting Images Dynamically, and Search Queries |
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Lesson 4 Basic Edits |
Importing an iPhoto Library/iPhoto Browser, Basic Editing Workflow, Cropping, Straightening, White Balancing, Sensor Dust and Red-eye Removal |
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Lesson 5 Working with RAW Files |
Using Multiple Monitors, Choosing a RAW Converter, RAW Fine-tuning, White Balance Adjustment, Highlight Recovery with the Recovery Slider, and Highlight Recovery with the Exposure Slider |
| Presentation Assignments and Homework | As part of this course, trainers present to the instructor and their peers |
Day 2
| Topic | Description |
|---|---|
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Lesson 6 Correcting Tone |
Correcting Time Zone on Import, Adjusting Tone before Color, Reading a Histogram, Working with the Exposure Brick, Working with the Enhance Brick, Setting Levels, Adjusting Highlights and Shadows, and Editing in Full Screen |
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Lesson 7 Correcting Color |
White Balance Revisited, Adjusting White Balance with the Eyedropper, Using the Enhance Brick, Using the Color Brick, Copying Edits from One Image to Another, Lift and Stamp, Specifying an External Editor and Launching an Editing Round Trip |
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Lesson 8 Enhancing Images |
Using the Retouch Brush, Spot and patch, Vignette and Devignette, Noise Reduction, Sharpening, and Sepia Tone |
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Lesson 9 Delivering for Client Review |
Working with Web Galleries, Books for Client Review, Creating a Contact Sheet, Working with Slide Shows, Email and OS Media Browser |
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Lesson 10 Delivering Final Images |
Delivering Electronic Images, Exporting Masters, Exporting Versions, Exporting Metadata, Exporting Projects, Using Export Plug-ins, Creating Books, and Delivering Printed Images |
| Trainer Presentations | Trainers present to the instructor and their peers |
Day 3
| Topic | Description |
|---|---|
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Lesson 11 Showcasing and Promoting Your Work |
Creating a Web Journal, Using iWeb, Creating Dynamic Slideshows, Using the Light Table, Pages Promotional Cards, Creating a Leave-behind Custom Flip Book, and Creating an iPhone and iPod Portfolio |
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Lesson 12 Advanced Image Management and Archiving |
Importing Images as References, Tethered Shooting, Selecting an Alternate Aperture Library, Specifying Copy or Move, Making New Versions, Deleting Versions, Moving Master Images, Show Master Image, Viewing Metadata as a Tooltip, Show in Finder and Using Vaults |
| Prometric Testing Configuration Review | Preparing to take and administer exams |
| Certification Exam | The trainer exam is administered online |
| Exam Review, Evaluations and Wrap Up |
To Register
You must be accepted into the Apple Certified Trainer program in order to attend this course. Apply for admission by completing the Apple Certified Trainer application. Once accepted, you will receive an email with registration information.
Train-the-Trainer Class Schedule
- First day: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Subsequent days: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Schedule
Tuition and Fees
The $1400 tuition per student includes class fees, the trainer exam fee, and an NFR copy of the Aperture 2 software. Before attending the class, you must review the appropriate Apple Pro Training Series courseware. Once accepted, you will be sent a link to order the book online at a 35% discount. You must bring the book and DVD to class with you. This courseware will help you prepare for the end-user exam that you must pass before attending the T3. Instructions for taking the exam online for $25.00 USD will be sent to you.
If you do not pass the trainer exam on the first attempt, a retake code will be included in your Prometric results email. Retakes cost $150.00USD. You must wait one week before you can retake the exam, and can only retake the exam once. If you fail on your second attempt, you must take the full Aperture T3 course.
Benefits
Attending the Aperture T3 course and passing the Aperture T3 presentation evaluation and certification exam offers these benefits:
- Certifies you to deliver the Aperture 100 and Aperture 101 curriculum
- Makes you eligible to receive an NFR (Not for Resale) copy of Aperture
- Makes you eligible to use the Apple Certified Trainer logo
- Makes you eligible to teach and administer certification exams at Apple Authorized Training Centers
- Gives you access to the Apple Certified Trainer mailing list and Apple Sales Web
- Provides you with a point person at Apple who can respond to special needs and requests