The Avid Media Composer System Support (MC400) course will provide students with the techniques to install, configure, and troubleshoot Media Composer editing systems to maximize productivity and minimize system downtime. A blend of online self-study,* combined with classroom lab work and role-playing, gives students’ practical hands on experience. After completing the course, participants will be able to install and configure Avid Media Composer systems and provide first-line support to the Avid customer base. This course prepares candidates for the Avid Certified Support Representative | Media Composer certification exam as well as being the foundation of the program for candidates pursuing the full certification path to become an Avid Certified Support Representative | Elite.
Who Should Attend
Support and maintenance personnel
IT professionals
Avid editors who wish to expand their technical expertise
Prerequisites
Completion of the MC 101 - Media Composer Fundamentals I course, or equivalent Media Composer experience
Familiarity with Windows and Macintosh operating systems
Technical and operational knowledge of Avid Editing Systems: Media Composer, Media Composer | Symphony Option or Media Composer | News and local storage are recommended
Course Outlines
Discuss the evolution of Avid's editing systems
Understand basic video theory
Understand a basic Avid network
Understand the Media Composer Licensing options and configurations
Identify and configure Mac, PC, and Avid hardware
Define OS X and Windows Operating System software concepts and features
Install and configure Avid's editing systems on both platforms
Install and configure Avid's editing systems with Avid ISIS and Interplay client software
Understand basic Avid storage RAID configurations
Configure local media drives and VideoRAID storage systems
Understand and identify DNxHD and AVCI hardware
Determine media file compatibility
Compare capabilities between the editor versions and product lines
Troubleshoot and resolve problems on Avid systems
Be ready to take the Avid Certified Support Representative | Media Composer Certification exam