What you'll learn
Build your confidence using technology with our free Tech Savvy Seniors courses in Sydney!
Tech Savvy Seniors is a structured, short and friendly series of courses designed for people 60 years and older that will help open the door to the world of digital technology.
Introduction to Computers, Smart Phones & Tablets course is presented in two parts. In an easy to follow way that helps make sense of the technology and what it offers, you’ll learn the basics of digital technology and the many things a computer or device can do for you, for work and for play.
The first part of this course explains what computers, laptops, mobile phones and tablets have in common and what is different, the advantage one has over the other, how you can link up and synchronise your different devices. We take the time to explain basics that are often taken for granted: When do I do a left or a right click? What are Bluetooth & WiFi and which should I use? How long will my device last? Is an upgrade and an update the same thing? What are all those other keys on the keyboard? What is “cloud” computing? What if I do the wrong thing? No question is too basic. That’s what we are here for. Don’t worry. The experienced tutor uses simple relatable language and you will do simple exercises that will build your confidence.
The second part of this course is Tech Savvy Seniors: Introduction to Computers, Smartphones & Tablets II.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this introduction to computers, smartphones & tablets course, participants should be able to:
- Identify the main parts of a computer
- Plug in, turn it on and connect to the internet
- Launch an application
- Create and save a simple document
- Launch and use programs such as a web browser
- Distinguish between computers, tablets & smartphones and understand their uses and limitations
- Understand the difference between operating systems
Intended audience
Who is this Tech Savvy Introduction to Computers course for?
The Tech Seniors program is for seniors aged 60 years and above with little or no technology experience.
Course venue
2A Gordon Street, Rozelle NSW 2039 (corner of Gordon St & Victoria Rd in the grounds of St. Joseph's Church)
Course materials
What to bring to class
Our computer room has both Apple and Windows desktop computers. You are welcome to bring your own laptop, tablet or smart phone to use. You can connect to the internet through the College Wi-Fi. If you don’t know how, we will show you!
- Notepad and pen
- Details of passwords for your devices, email address and other login passwords, etc
- A list of any specific questions you may have
Telstra modules covered
- Introduction to Computers
- Introduction to Tablets: Android
- Introduction to Tablets: iPhone
- Introduction to Smartphones
This free training is funded by the NSW Government and Telstra.
Course testimonials
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Graham said: the first class with TERRY very very good to me.
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Florence said: The course was very happy and had filled the gaps that I didn't know or too difficult to understand. Great to see seniors like me took up the courses so that we will not be left behind with the ever changing technologies to catch up Thanks to sponsors and hope the courses will continue to be available free for seniors.
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Elisabeth said: Tutor was prepared and met the challenge
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Margaret said: Able to ask and solve issues I encountered with the use of computers.
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Nancy said: Terry our tutor explained everything so well and clearly it was very easy to follow.
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This course has no current classes. Please join our waitlist and we will notify you when we have places available. Join waitlist for Tech Savvy Seniors: Introduction to Computers, Smartphones & Tablets I