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Discovery Tools has the following classes available for registration or you may contact us to discuss on-site training available with our portable lab. Each student will have hands-on use of MacBook Pro for the entire workshop with Bella Pro Media Keyboard with Jog/Shuttle Wheel, and Wacom Intuos Tablet.

Seattle, WA & Portland, OR
& now Spokane, WA

An Introduction to Soundtrack Pro 2
Apple Pro Training Series
STP 101 (2 days)
New Certification Test!

See descriptions below

Seattle, WA
Guitar Center (Westlake & Mercer)
May 20-22, 2009
Wednesday, Thursday, & Friday
10:00 am - 5:30 pm
Course Fee: $1100 $999

Seattle, WA
Guitar Center (Westlake & Mercer)
May 26-28, 2009
Tuesday, Wednesday, &Thursday
10:00 am - 5:30 pm
Course Fee: $1100 $999

Final Cut Pro 6: Level 1
Apple Pro Training Series
FCP 101 (3 days)
Get certified on Apple's latest pro software!

See descriptions below

Seattle, WA
Guitar Center (Westlake & Mercer)
June 18-20, 2009
Thursday, Friday, & Saturday
10:00 am - 5:30 pm
Course Fee: $1100 $999

Color 101: Level 1
Apple Pro Training Series
Color 101 (3 days)
Get certified on Apple's latest pro software!

See descriptions below

An Introduction to Soundtrack Pro 2
Apple Pro Training Series
STP 101 (2 days)
New Certification Test!

See descriptions below

Seattle, WA
Guitar Center (Westlake & Mercer)
June 29 - July 1, 2009
Monday, Tuesday, & Wednesday
10:00 am - 5:30 pm
Course Fee: $1100 $999

Final Cut Pro 6: Level 1
Apple Pro Training Series
FCP 200 (5 days)
Get certified on Apple's latest pro software!

See descriptions below

Final Cut Pro 6: Level 3
Apple Pro Training Series
FCP 350 (5 days)
Certification not currently available for this class

See descriptions below

An Introduction to Soundtrack Pro 2
Apple Pro Training Series
STP 101 (2 days)
New Certification Test!

See descriptions below

Seattle, WA
Guitar Center (Westlake & Mercer)
July 30 - August 1, 2009
Thursday, Friday, & Saturday
10:00 am - 5:30 pm
Course Fee: $1100 $999

Seattle, WA
Guitar Center (Westlake & Mercer)
TBA
Friday, Saturday & Sunday
10:00 am - 5:30 pm
Course Fee: $900

Seattle, WA
Guitar Center (Westlake & Mercer)
TBA
Sunday, Monday, & Tuesday
10:00 am - 5:30 pm
Course Fee: $1100

Will Schedule
when we have
enough on
waiting list

Seattle, WA
Guitar Center (Westlake & Mercer)
TBA
Thursday, Friday, & Saturday
10:00 am - 5:30 pm
Course Fee: $1100

Will Schedule
when we have
enough on
waiting list

Introduction to Aperture
Apple Pro Training Series
Aperture 101 (2 days)
First Class Offered in PNW!

See descriptions below

Shake 4
Apple Pro Training Series
Shake 200 (5 days)
Academy Award Winning Software
Get certified on Apple's latest pro software!
See descriptions below

Will Schedule
when we have
enough on
waiting list

Boris FX & Boris Red: Text and Title Animation


See descriptions below

Boris FX & Boris Red: Compositing & Filters


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Course Descriptions

Final Cut Express 101: An Introduction to Final Cut Express 4
This three-day hands-on course introduces students to the primary feature set and basic interface of Final Cut Express 4. You will learn to perform basic editing functions while familiarizing yourself with the user interface. Topics include basic setup, adjusting and customizing preferences and settings, capturing video and audio, various editing and trimming techniques, ripple and roll tools, audio editing and audio creation, finishing and final output.

http://www.apple.com/software/pro/training/courses/fce101.html

FCP 101: An Introduction to Final Cut Pro 6
This three-day hands-on course introduces students to the primary feature set and basic interface of Final Cut Pro. In this course you learn to perform basic editing functions while familiarizing yourself with the user interface. Topics include basic setup, adjusting and customizing preferences and settings, capturing video and audio, various editing and trimming techniques, ripple, roll, slip and slide tools, audio editing and audio creation, finishing and final output.

http://www.apple.com/software/pro/training/courses/fcp101.html

FCP 200: A Comprehensive Study of Final Cut Pro 6
This five day hands-on course introduces students to the primary feature set and basic interface of Final Cut Pro. In this course you learn to perform basic editing functions while familiarizing yourself with the user interface. Topics include basic setup, adjusting and customizing preferences and settings, capturing video and audio, various editing and trimming techniques, ripple, roll, slip and slide tools, audio editing and audio creation, finishing and final output.

http://www.apple.com/software/pro/training/courses/fcp101.html

FCP 300: Advanced Editing Techniques in Final Cut Pro
This three-day course delivers hard-to-find advanced editing and finishing techniques. Learn how to create polished transitions, fix screen direction errors, edit multi-camera projects, work with nested sequences, create fantastic effects, use filters creatively, color-correct your video, and composite like a pro. This course also covers Soundtrack Pro, managing clips and media, and working with film.

http://www.apple.com/software/pro/training/courses/fcp300.html

FCP 350: The Craft of Editing with Final Cut Pro
This five-day course delivers hard-to-find advanced editing and finishing techniques. Learn how to create polished transitions, fix screen direction errors, edit multi-camera projects, work with nested sequences, create fantastic effects, use filters creatively, color-correct your video, and composite like a pro. This course also covers Soundtrack Pro, managing clips and media, and working with film.

DVD Studio Pro 101: An Introduction to DVD Studio Pro 4
This three day hands-on course delves into the world of DVD authoring using DVD Studio Pro 4. In this comprehensive course students will learn everything they need to create a professional DVD title. This course guides students through every aspect of DVD authoring, from initial storyboarding to burning and replication.

Using compelling media and a real-world production workflow, students will learn how to create amazing MPEG 2 video with Compressor as well as create eye-popping motion menus directly in DVD Studio Pro 4. Students will also “author” a DVD by creating buttons, interactive links, slideshows, playlists and even adding alternate audio stream and camera angles.

http://www.apple.com/software/pro/training/courses/dvdsp101.html

Motion 101: An Introduction to Motion 3
This three-day hands-on course will familiarize students with Motion, Apple’s revolutionary software for motion graphics design. The course comprehensively covers working with Motion’s Real-Time Design engine and interface, behavior-based animation, parameter behaviors, blend modes, advanced particle system design, advanced title animation, working with templates, chroma key techniques, masking methods, DVD motion menu design, tablet-driven gesture UI techniques, working with audio, keyframing, and integration.

This course is designed for those students who wish to learn the fundamentals and functionality of Motion.

http://www.apple.com/software/pro/training/courses/motion101.html

FCS 101: Motion Graphics and Effects in Final Cut Studio
This three day hands-on course familiarizes students with real-world effects techniques, including filters, layering, composite modes and animating video, graphics and titles. The practical approach to motion graphics focuses on the features of Final Cut Studio that editors and designers need to create motion graphics in their daily work. Using Motion, Final Cut Pro and LiveType, you’ll build creative titles, motion menus, show bumpers and news opens as you learn everything from text animation, compositing, and keyframing to 3D set creation and camera animation.

http://www.apple.com/software/pro/training/courses/fcs101.html

STP 101: An Introduction to Soundtrack Pro 2
This two-day class guides you through using Soundtrack Pro to edit audio files, repair field recordings, perform multitrack arranging and mixing, synchronize audio and video, analyze and fix common audio problems, and perform other creative sound design techniques. This course focuses on practical, professional techniques used to add professional music and sound effects to video and multimedia projects.

http://www.apple.com/software/pro/training/courses/soundtrackpro101.html

Color 101: An Introduction to Color
This three-day hands-on course will familiarize students with Apple’s masterful new color grading and finishing software. Start with the basics of color balancing and correction, and move on to the fine points of secondary grading, including scene matching, using vignettes to isolate and track regions, creating advanced color effects and “looks,” skin tone adjustments, adjusting the composition and framing of a shot, and much more.

http://www.apple.com/software/pro/training/courses/color101.html

Shake 200: A Comprehensive Study of Shake 4
This five day hands-on course introduces students to the primary feature set and basic interface of Shake. Using visual effects shots from major motion pictures, students will learn the process of integrating computer-generated elements with live action photography using motion tracking and color matching tools, as well as utilizing keying techniques to place blue and green screen shots against background plates. Most importantly, learn to create multi-layer composites using Shake's Node tree organizational structure.

http://www.apple.com/software/pro/training/courses/shake200.html

Aperture 100: An Overview of Aperture
Welcome to Aperture, the revolutionary application for managing, editing, and archiving digital photographs. Designed specifically for professional digital photographers, Aperture is an enormously powerful tool for handling some of the most time-consuming and tedious tasks of professional photography. This comprehensive course starts with the basics of image management and takes you step by step all the way through Aperture's powerful photo-editing, image-retouching, proofing, publishing, and archiving features. Real-world exercises feature professional photography from a variety of genres, including fashion, sports, wedding, commercial, fine-art, and travel photography. All the files you need to complete the exercises are included on the DVD.
This course is designed for those students who wish to learn the fundamentals and functionality of Aperture.

http://www.apple.com/software/pro/training/courses/aperture100.html

Aperture 101: An Introduction to Aperture
This comprehensive course starts with the basics of image management and takes you step by step all the way through Aperture’s powerful photo editing, image retouching, proofing, publishing, and archiving features. Real-world exercises feature professional photography from a variety of genres, including fashion, sports, wedding, commercial, fine art, and travel photography. All the files you need to complete the exercises are included on the DVD.

This course is designed for those students who wish to learn the fundamentals and functionality of Aperture.

http://www.apple.com/software/pro/training/courses/aperture101.html

Logic 101: An Introduction to Logic Express and Logic Pro 8
This three-day hands-on course introduces students to the primary feature set and basic user interface of Logic Pro, and shows them how to create a customized audio and midi configuration that will seamlessly integrate with their own personal production studio. Students will create their own song using Logic Pro’s comprehensive array of software instruments, Apple Loops, and DSP effects. In-depth lessons will cover MIDI and audio recording, streamlined editing and arrangement techniques, user-defined key commands, automation, scoring to picture and surround mixing. This class is designed for those who composite using Logic Pro.

http://www.apple.com/software/pro/training/courses/logic101.html

Logic 301: Advanced Techniques in Logic Pro 8
This three day course takes you through Logic’s powerful advanced features, covering everything from production, editing, and mixing, to notation and scoring to picture. Starting with advanced setup, this course covers everything from production, editing, and mixing to scoring and composition. Throughout the class professional secrets are revealed regarding how to streamline production workflow, accelerate editing tasks, effectively manage takes, and construct a mix that will meet the most exacting standards. You’ll discover powerful techniques for multi-track recording and explore the limitless potential of Logic’s audio instruments, including the revolutionary Sculpture, a new addition to Logic Pro.

http://www.apple.com/software/pro/training/courses/logic301.html

Intermediate Photoshop - Day 1

Course Description
DVD Studio Pro requires Photoshop for Layered Menus, Final Cut Pro & Motion work directly with Photoshop files, and Aperture is a great companion application. This class will teach you hands-on Photoshop in a small class instead of teaching you seminar style with hordes of people. You will have better retention and have the ability to ask questions on how to personalize the skills learned in this class.

Who Should Attend?
This class is designed for anyone looking to learn more about Photoshop.

Prerequisites
Students should have the following prerequisite knowledge prior to attending the course:
• Basic knowledge of the Macintosh OS.

What you will learn
- Review Basics
- Color correction, retouching and repairing
- Batching, creating and using actions
- Selection techniques
- Adjustment layers, masks and channels

Advanced Intermediate Photoshop - Day 2

Course Description
DVD Studio Pro requires Photoshop for Layered Menus, Final Cut Pro & Motion work directly with Photoshop files, and Aperture is a great companion application. This class will teach you hands-on Photoshop in a small class instead of teaching you seminar style with hordes of people. You will have better retention and have the ability to ask questions on how to personalize the skills learned in this class.

Who Should Attend?
This class is designed for anyone looking to learn more about Photoshop.

Prerequisites
Students should have the following prerequisite knowledge prior to attending the course:
• Knowledge of Photoshop Day 1 material

What you will learn
- Compositing
- Advanced layer techniques (blending, groups and comps)
- preparing images for printing / producing consistent color
- preparing images for exporting to other applications

Photoshop for non-linear Editors, DVD Authors and Motion Graphics artists - Day 3

Course Description
DVD Studio Pro requires Photoshop for Layered Menus, Final Cut Pro & Motion work directly with Photoshop files, and Aperture is a great companion application. This class will teach you hands-on Photoshop in a small class instead of teaching you seminar style with hordes of people. You will have better retention and have the ability to ask questions on how to personalize the skills learned in this class.

Who Should Attend?
This class is designed for anyone looking to learn more about Photoshop.

Prerequisites
Students should have the following prerequisite knowledge prior to attending the course:
• Knowledge of Photoshop Days 1 & 2 material

What you will learn
- Integration overview (FCP, LiveType, DVDSP3 and Motion (note: Premier/Encore equivalents will be covered)
- principles of graphics conversion
- importing / exporting freeze frames and sequences
- Photoshop as a title / credit tool
- creating faux motion graphics
- maintaining layer styles and effects
- creating shapes, drop zones and buttons
- creating elements and glyphs

Photoshop Guided Project: Student Choice - Day 4

Course Description
DVD Studio Pro requires Photoshop for Layered Menus, Final Cut Pro & Motion work directly with Photoshop files, and Aperture is a great companion application. This class will teach you hands-on Photoshop in a small class instead of teaching you seminar style with hordes of people. You will have better retention and have the ability to ask questions on how to personalize the skills learned in this class.

Who Should Attend?
This class is designed for anyone looking to learn more about Photoshop.

Prerequisites
Students should have the following prerequisite knowledge prior to attending the course:
• Knowledge of Photoshop Days 1, 2, & 3 material

What you will learn - Student choice of one of the following:
a) Motion Menu / Title sequence
b) Pan and Zoom "still" movie
c) Personal Project (please discuss with Instructor prior to class)