Tech Savvy Seniors: Introduction to Computers, Smartphones & Tablets I

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 & smart phones 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 who have little or no experience in using technology.

Course venue

Rozelle Campus

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

Elisabeth said: Tutor was prepared and met the challenge
Nancy said: Terry our tutor explained everything so well and clearly it was very easy to follow.
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.
Margaret said: Able to ask and solve issues I encountered with the use of computers.

Course tutors

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