The Digital Hub is now offering short intensive courses in specific aspects of digital media.  From introductory courses for those just starting out, to master classes aimed at industry professionals our experienced lecturers will share their skills in a professional friendly environment. Please check www.thedigitalhub.com for course updates and fees.

The Digital Hub is an Apple Regional Training Centre.




Getting to know your Apple Mac - €40
Date: 6th of May 2008
Repeated again on: 13th of May 2008
Class time: 10:00am – 1:00pm

This short course caters for individuals that have used computers before and who own or have access to a Mac but are unsure of how to get started with it.

1. The difference between Mac and PC
2. How to get around your Mac
3. Getting the most out of your Mac

Welcome to your iLife - €80
Date: 20th of May 2008
Class time: 10:00am – 4:00pm

An introduction to using Macs and the iLife suite of software. iLife is built around the concept of using your Macintosh as a hub for creative activity.
1. iTunes - Stores and organises audio and video content
2. iPhoto - Stores, organises and gives you creative ways to share digital photos
3. iMovie – A user friendly environment for capturing, editing and publishing digital video
4. GarageBand – allows users to record, edit, and mix voiceovers, music and sound affects

Whether you're taking digital photographs, putting your home videos on DVD, or making your own podcasts, iLife has an easy solution for you.

iPhoto Close Up - €80
Date: 3rd of June 2008
Class time: 10:00am – 4:00pm

This course aims to offer an introduction to the many forms of digital image capturing and editing with the latest, user friendly applications.

1. An introduction to digital cameras, scanners and image editing applications with the Apple Mac.
2. iPhoto – Transfer, store and organise photos. iPhoto gives you creative ways to share digital photos including slideshow production.
3. Adobe Photoshop Elements – Retouch, edit, enhance and add effects to photographic images.

Introduction to iMovie - €80
Date: 10th of June 2008
Class time: 10:00am – 4:00pm

iMovie is video editing software, created by Apple as part of their iLife suite. When you make a movie, you create a memory that will last forever. With iMovie, you simply arrange your video clips, still images, and music in the order that best tells your story. iMovie makes it easy to share your movies with your friends and family. Screen it on your TV, phone, iPod, or post it on the Internet.

1. Working with clips
2. Adding transitions
3. Working with sound
4. Adding effects
5. Sharing your movie

If you would like to book a place on any of these courses please email learning@thedigitalhub.com or telephone 00353 1 4806200

Digital Exchange, Crane Street, The Digital Hub, Dublin 8,

The Digital Hub is an Apple Regional Training Centre

Summer schedule of course for youths 2008

Games Workshop - Mission Maker Summer Camp
Date: 17th – 19th June
Class time: 11am – 3pm
Cost: €75

Your world – your rules! Teenagers can create and play your own 3D game with speaking characters, interactive environments and cyber challenges. Suitable for 12 – 18 year olds.

This course will cover;
1. Gaming culture
2. Using Missionmaker Software to build and play games you create

Comic Life
Date: 23rd + 24th June
Class time: 11am – 3pm
Cost: €50

This fun 2 day course will teach you how to make your own comic and teen zine using digital cameras, funky effects and speech bubbles. Suitable for 8 – 18 year olds.

The course will cover;
1. Digital Photography
2. Using a Comic Life on a Mac
3. Creating an animated slideshow of your comic

I Can Animate - €50
Date: 2nd – 3rd July
Class time: 11am – 3pm
Cost: €50

Ever thought Onion Skinning could be fun? Find out how animation techniques with crazy names will bring to life all kinds of weird and wonderful characters in worlds of your design. Suitable for 8 – 18 year olds.

The course will cover;
1. Clayanimation design
2. Animation techniques
3. Animated movie production with a Mac

Design It Yourself - 2 day DIY T-shirt design and print course
Date: July 23rd + 24th
Class time: 11am – 3pm
Cost: €50

Stand out from the crowd this summer. Learn how to transform your digital photographs into funky prints and have fun branding your own clothes in an original way.

Suitable for 8 – 18 year olds.

Areas covered on this course;

-Digital Photography
-Image editing and graphic design with Adobe Photoshop Elements
-Printing
-Application to tshirts
NB* Bring a white tshirt in your size.

Games Workshop - Mission Maker Summer Camp
Date: 5th – 7th August
Class time: 11am – 3pm
Cost: €75

Your world – your rules! Teenagers can create and play your own 3D game with speaking characters, interactive environments and cyber challenges. Suitable for 12 – 18 year olds.

This course will cover;
1. Gaming culture
2. Using Missionmaker Software to build and play games you create

Further information please contact:

e: learning@thedigitalhub.com
t: 014806200
w: www.thedigitalhub.com