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Apple Device Deployment Projects – Hands-On Implementation

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

Recommended experience

8 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Deploy iPhones and iPads using user and automated enrollment for BYOD and 1:1 models.

  • Configure supervised restrictions and install self-service or custom apps across Apple devices.

  • Execute Zero Touch deployment for MacBooks and manage app provisioning workflows.

  • Plan and perform MDM migrations using Apple Business Manager configurations.

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This course is part of the Modern Apple Platform Admin: macOS & iOS Essentials Specialization
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There are 7 modules in this course

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A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. Master the end-to-end process of Apple device deployment across a variety of real-world business scenarios. This hands-on course guides you through configuring, enrolling, securing, and deploying iPhones, iPads, and macOS devices at scale using practical, project-based lessons. You’ll begin by exploring Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) and 1:1 iPad deployments, learning to set up user enrollment, app self-service, and pilot testing. From there, the course walks through Shared iPad rollouts and introduces macOS enrollment strategies, including supervised restrictions, app provisioning, and account management. Next, you’ll tackle advanced deployment models like Zero Touch MacBook rollouts, Mac computer labs, and MDM migrations. Each project builds your expertise with organizational coordination, Apple Business Manager, and device management workflows. This course is ideal for IT professionals, system administrators, and school or enterprise tech leads seeking to implement Apple device deployments. Intermediate-level experience with mobile device management (MDM) is recommended. By the end of the course, you will be able to configure Apple device enrollments, implement supervision restrictions, manage pilot deployments, and migrate between MDM platforms with confidence.

In this module, we will explore the steps necessary for a successful BYOD rollout, including the configuration of User Enrollment, security measures, and a self-service app portal. We’ll guide you through essential organizational updates and conclude with a pilot deployment to test the deployment strategy. This hands-on class project will help you deploy BYOD efficiently while addressing privacy and security concerns.

What's included

6 videos2 readings1 assignment

6 videos•Total 43 minutes
  • Introduction to BYOD Deployment Project•4 minutes
  • Organizational Updates•6 minutes
  • Configuring User Enrollment Setup•5 minutes
  • Configure Restrictions•15 minutes
  • Configure Self Service Apps•7 minutes
  • Pilot Deployment•6 minutes
2 readings•Total 20 minutes
  • Introduction to the Course 'Apple Device Deployment Projects – Hands-On Implementation'•10 minutes
  • Full Specialization Resources•10 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
  • Class Project: Employee iPhone BYOD - Assessment•15 minutes

In this module, we will guide you through the complete process of deploying iPads individually assigned to users in a managed environment. You will learn how to configure zero-touch enrollment, apply management restrictions, and deploy essential apps. We’ll wrap up with a pilot deployment to test the rollout and address any challenges before full-scale implementation.

What's included

6 videos1 assignment

6 videos•Total 47 minutes
  • Introduction to iPad 1:1 Project•5 minutes
  • Organizational Updates•2 minutes
  • Configuring Automated Device Enrollment for iOS•7 minutes
  • Configuring Supervised Restrictions•20 minutes
  • Installing Apps•9 minutes
  • Pilot Deployment•5 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
  • Class Project: iPad 1:1 Deployment - Assessment•15 minutes

In this module, we will explore the steps for deploying Shared iPads, focusing on how to configure them for use in environments with multiple users. You will learn to enable device enrollment, manage apps, and set up security restrictions specific to Shared iPads. We will conclude with a pilot deployment to ensure everything is working seamlessly before scaling up.

What's included

6 videos1 assignment

6 videos•Total 31 minutes
  • Introduction to Shared iPad Deployment•3 minutes
  • Organizational Updates•1 minute
  • Configuring Automated Device Enrollment for Shared iPad•10 minutes
  • Installing Apps•3 minutes
  • Configuring Supervised Restrictions•12 minutes
  • Pilot Deployment•2 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
  • Class Project: Deploying Shared iPad - Assessment•15 minutes

In this module, we will guide you through the process of enrolling and managing macOS devices in a controlled environment. You'll learn how to generate and distribute enrollment profiles, configure account management, and apply supervision restrictions. The module concludes with a pilot deployment to test your strategy and ensure a smooth rollout.

What's included

6 videos1 assignment

6 videos•Total 42 minutes
  • Introduction to Mac Device Enrollment Project•4 minutes
  • Organizational Updates•2 minutes
  • Creating and Distributing the Enrollment Profile•6 minutes
  • Account Management•7 minutes
  • Configuring Supervised Restrictions•21 minutes
  • Pilot Deployment•2 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
  • Class Project: macOS Device Enrollment - Assessment•15 minutes

In this module, we will walk you through setting up a zero-touch MacBook deployment, where devices are configured remotely with minimal user intervention. You’ll learn to configure automated enrollment, SSO integration, and deploy both Mac App Store and third-party apps. We’ll wrap up with a pilot deployment to test the process and ensure a smooth, scalable rollout for your organization.

What's included

9 videos1 assignment

9 videos•Total 57 minutes
  • Introduction to Zero Touch Remote MacBook Deployment•8 minutes
  • Organizational Updates•2 minutes
  • Configuring Automated Device Enrollment for Mac•9 minutes
  • Configuring Single Sign-On•4 minutes
  • Configuring Supervised Restrictions•14 minutes
  • Installing Mac App Store Apps•2 minutes
  • Installing Mosyle Fuse Catalog Apps•2 minutes
  • Installing Custom Mac Apps•8 minutes
  • Pilot Deployment•9 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
  • Class Project: Zero Touch MacBook Deployment - Assessment•15 minutes

In this module, we will guide you through the process of deploying Macs in a shared-use setting, focusing on configuration, software deployment, and user management. You'll learn how to automate device enrollment, enforce security restrictions, and maintain cleanliness by automating the removal of user data. The module concludes with a pilot deployment to ensure the setup works seamlessly before full-scale implementation.

What's included

8 videos1 assignment

8 videos•Total 54 minutes
  • Introduction to Mac Lab Deployment•8 minutes
  • Organizational Updates•3 minutes
  • Configuring Automated Device Enrollment for a Mac Lab•5 minutes
  • Installing Required Apps•3 minutes
  • Configuring Supervised Restrictions•13 minutes
  • Pilot Deployment•3 minutes
  • Extra: Cleaning User Home Directories•9 minutes
  • Extra: Authenticated Guest Mode•9 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
  • Class Project: Mac Computer Lab Deployment - Assessment•15 minutes

In this module, we will walk you through the process of migrating macOS devices from one MDM solution to another. We’ll cover how to configure MDM server assignments, renew the configuration, and initiate the migration. You will also learn how to troubleshoot common issues and ensure proper functionality during the migration process.

What's included

6 videos1 reading3 assignments

6 videos•Total 22 minutes
  • Introduction to Mac MDM Migration•2 minutes
  • Organizational Updates•1 minute
  • Configuring MDM Server Assignment in Apple Business Manager•4 minutes
  • Renewing the MDM Configuration•3 minutes
  • Configuring MDM Migration•5 minutes
  • Migrating MDMs•6 minutes
1 reading•Total 10 minutes
  • Conclusion to the Course 'Apple Device Deployment Projects – Hands-On Implementation'•10 minutes
3 assignments•Total 90 minutes
  • Full Course Practice Assessment•15 minutes
  • Class Project: Mac MDM Migration - Assessment•15 minutes
  • Full Course Assessment•60 minutes

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Frequently asked questions

Apple Device Deployment refers to the process of configuring, enrolling, preparing, and managing Apple devices such as iPhones, iPads, and Macs for organizational use. It is relevant because modern workplaces and schools rely heavily on Apple devices, requiring efficient, secure, and scalable deployment workflows to support users while enforcing corporate or educational policies.

This course focuses entirely on real-world, hands-on deployment projects for Apple devices. It guides you through multiple deployment scenarios including BYOD iPhones, iPad 1:1 rollouts, Shared iPad setups, macOS enrollment, Zero Touch MacBook deployment, and computer lab configurations. Each module walks you through organizational preparation, automated device enrollment, supervised restrictions, app deployment, and pilot testing to simulate true IT operations.

After completing this course, you will be able to design and implement end-to-end Apple deployment workflows across iOS, iPadOS, and macOS environments. You will understand how to configure Automated Device Enrollment, set up restrictions, deploy applications, manage user accounts, and run effective pilot deployments. You will also gain practical experience with Zero Touch deployment strategies, Shared iPad configuration, and managing devices in labs, giving you job-ready deployment skills.

A foundational understanding of Apple device management or basic IT administration is helpful, but not required. The course is project-based and explains each step clearly, making it accessible for both beginners and those who already have some MDM or Apple admin experience. Familiarity with MDM concepts will enhance the learning experience but is not a strict prerequisite.

This course is ideal for IT support professionals, device administrators, technicians in education or business environments, and anyone responsible for deploying Apple devices at scale. It is also well-suited for learners who prefer hands-on practice and want to strengthen their skills through real deployment scenarios rather than theory alone.

The course includes approximately 5 hours of video content. Most learners finish within a few days to a week, depending on how much time they spend replicating the deployment projects in their own testing environment.

Yes, each project is modeled after real organizational deployment workflows. You will work with scenarios such as BYOD environments, student iPad programs, Mac labs, and zero-touch MacBook onboarding, which reflect common industry practices and challenges.

While having access to actual iPhones, iPads, or Macs enhances the hands-on experience, many concepts can still be followed using virtual setups or mock configurations. However, practicing on real hardware is recommended to fully understand enrollment behavior and workflow testing.

Yes, you can preview the first video and view the syllabus before you enroll. You must purchase the course to access content not included in the preview.

If you decide to enroll in the course before the session start date, you will have access to all of the lecture videos and readings for the course. You’ll be able to submit assignments once the session starts.

Once you enroll and your session begins, you will have access to all videos and other resources, including reading items and the course discussion forum. You’ll be able to view and submit practice assessments, and complete required graded assignments to earn a grade and a Course Certificate.

If you complete the course successfully, your electronic Course Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Course Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile.

This course is currently available only to learners who have paid or received financial aid, when available.

Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.

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