Tech Savvy Seniors - Introduction to the Internet: Part 1 - Sydney Course

You’ve heard of the internet but aren’t really sure of what it can offer you, let alone how to get connected to it, which type of internet connection to choose, or how
to use it. This workshop explains it all. This workshop will walk you through the very basics of the internet: how it works, how to get online and how to surf the web. At the end, you should be able to sign up for an internet service and access and search the internet on your home computer.

Macquarie Community College operates from a range of venues across Northern and Western Sydney. We have campuses in Blacktown, Carlingford, Chatswood, Epping, Mt Druitt, Richmond, and Ryde. Enrol now!

Course Outline

Topics include:

• What is the internet
• How do I connect to it
• Looking at different types of internet connections
• Navigating around the web
• Performing a web search
• Summary of all topics covered

Course Outcome

At the end of the workshop, you will be able to:

• Know the very basics of the internet
• How it works
• How to get online
• How to surf the web
• How to sign up for an internet service
• Access and search the internet on your home computer

What to Bring

• Notepad and pen
• An internet-connected laptop or desktop computer is supplied by the workshop organisers. You may need to share a computer with others in the workshop

Prerequisite: Desirable

• No prior knowledge is assumed. This is an introductory course.

Delivery Mode

Classroom based: experienced and engaging trainers will take you through the course material face to face.

Classroom based learning for this course includes:

• Scheduled class times and sessions
• Interaction with your trainer and other students
• Workshop is delivered in a computer room

Please note: Government COVID-19 regulations and recommendations, including appropriate social distancing measures, hand washing and other hygiene protocols will be in place at all times and may result in course delivery changes.

Macquarie Community College operates from a range of venues across Northern and Western Sydney. We have campuses in Blacktown, Carlingford, Chatswood, Epping, Mt Druitt, Richmond, and Ryde. Enrol now!