Dimension Data Learning Solutions

The AUC has partnered with Apple's training solutions provider DDLS to offer a wide range of training courses. DDLS is the major Apple Authorised Training Centre for the Enterprise Market in Australia to offer high-quality training on Apple products and technologies.

DDLS offers technical courses and certifications for all levels of IT professionals, including courses on how to properly plan, support, and integrate Mac OS X and Mac OS X Server. These courses can also prepare IT professionals to pass the various Mac OS X certifications offered by Apple Training.

DDLS in 2011 will be offering the following Apple training courses:

• MacOS 100 - Introduction to Mac OS X
• MacOS 101 - Mac OS X Support Essentials v10.6
• MacOS 201 - Mac OS X Server Essentials v10.6
• MacOS 301 - Mac OS X and Mac OS X Server Directory Services v10.6
• MacOS 302 - Mac OS X and Mac OS X Server Deployment v10.6
• MacOS 303 - Mac OS X Deployment 10.6
• MacOS 401 - Mac OS X and Mac OS X Server Advanced Administration v10.6

The AUC has secured a special discount for AUC Members of 35% off the RRP (inc-GST) of any Apple training course. This discount is available to all AUC Member University staff attending any Apple training course offered by DDLS and there is no limit on the number of staff who attend.

Venues

DDLS have a training centre in each major capital city. We encourage staff to attend courses in their nearest capital city. For those attedning the Advanced courses (301, 302 & 401) in Sydney and Melbourne and that need to travel the subsidies apply as per below.

All classes run from 9.00am to 5.00pm each day. Please make sure you are ready in plenty of time for the session to start. Lunch each day is included in the registration cost. Tea and coffee making facilities are available on site.

AUC Training Subsidy

In addition to the standard AUC discount of 35% on all DDLS Apple training courses the AUC is offering a travel subsidy for up to 4 training attendees for regional members.

The additional subsidy consists of:

Recipients of the training subsidy requiring travel to their nearest training venue will receive funding of up to $150 (inc-GST) per night (3 nights for a 3 day course, 4 nights for 4 day course) for accommodation at a nearby hotel. Funding only relates to room rate and any taxes, it does not include incidentals such as meals, room service, phone calls, laundry, movies, etc.

Airfare Subsidy

For recipients of the training subsidy who need to travel the AUC is offering to cover return economy airfares to their nearest capital city. We encourage you to use advance purchase and discount airfares to keep your airfare cost as low as possible. A limit applies of $550 for all airfares (economy, return, base airfare + taxes only, inc-GST).

We encourage you to use WebJet to find the lowest fare available.
 

Travel and accommodation, where required, will need to be organised by the individuals or University. The AUC cannot assist in this regard. All other costs associated with attending this course (including transfers, taxis, meals, phone calls, laundry, etc) are at the individuals or their University's cost.

Claims

Attendees can claim the accommodation and airfare subsidy after their attendance at one of the courses by visiting the AUC Claims page for more details including a claim form which must be completed and relevant Tax Invoices attached.

Please note that the extra 35% training course subsidy is NOT being offered in 2011.

Registration & Payment

To register and pay for a seat on any of the above DDLS Training classes, simply follow these steps;

Booking via the Web

Step 1. Visit the DDLS web site and check out which courses are available in your nearest capital city.

DDLS Apple Courses Web Site

Step 2: Add the course to your cart and select the number of people you will be sending. Click 'Book'.

Step 3: If you alreday have a DDLS account log-in using your name and password or complete the booking details form. When completing the form make sure you put the following discount code in the comments field: APP11AUC

Step 4: Select your payment option. DDLS accept payment via credit card, cash, cheque or purchase order.

Step 5: Click 'Confirm' to confirm your details and book your course. You will receive a Booking Reference Number and confirmation email with a summary of the booking details about your course.

Booking via the Phone

Step 1. Visit the DDLS web site and check out which courses are available in your nearest capital city.

DDLS Apple Courses Web Site

If you have questions regarding the training courses, venues and dates please contact the DDLS Customer Care Centre (CCC) on +61 131 201