What you need for a computer course for seniors

A computer course for seniors needs more than a few laptops and a projector. Each participant should have a working laptop, charger, mouse and a clear place to follow the exercises. You will also need presentation equipment, spare connection cables, printed worksheets and refreshments such as coffee, tea and pastries. Buy or collect the consumables early, then test every device and cable before the course starts.

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What to bring

Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.

Furniture

Tablesqty 6
Chairsqty 14

Equipment

Laptopsqty 14
Laptop chargersqty 14
Computer miceqty 14
Headphonesqty 14
Projector
Projection screen
Presentation laptop
Wi-Fi router
Extension cordsqty 6
Power stripsqty 6
HDMI cablesqty 2
USB sticksqty 14

Tableware

Coffee cupsqty 16
Glassesqty 16
Platesqty 16
Teaspoonsqty 16
Pastry forksqty 16

Kitchen

Kettleqty 2
Coffee maker
Thermos flasksqty 2
Serving plattersqty 3
Serving trayqty 2

Cleaning

Waste binsqty 3
Cleaning bucket
Cleaning clothsqty 6
Broom and dustpan

Catering

Groceries
- Coffee beans - 500 grams
- Decaf coffee - 250 grams
- Black tea - 20 bags
- Herbal tea - 20 bags
- Milk - 3 liters
- Oat milk - 1 liter
- Granulated sugar - 500 grams
- Sweeteners - 100 pieces
- Still mineral water - 12 bottles
- Sparkling mineral water - 6 bottles
- Apple juice - 2 liter
- Butter biscuits - 3 packs
- Whole grain crackers - 3 packs
- Hummus - 2 tubs
- Young cheese - 500 grams
- Grapes - 2 kilos
- Bananas - 14 pieces
- Mandarins - 2 kilos
- Lemons - 4 pieces
- Honey - 1 jar
- Cinnamon - 1 jar
- Napkins - 50 pieces
- Paper towels - 2 rolls
- Garbage bags - 20 pieces
- Dish soap - 1 bottle
- All-purpose cleaner - 1 bottle
- Disinfectant wipes - 2 packs
- Hand soap - 2 dispensers
- Toilet paper - 12 rolls
- Paper tissues - 4 boxes

Tips

Plan one laptop, charger and mouse per participant, plus at least one spare laptop and mouse if the group is larger than 10. Test the batteries and power connections on the day before.
Bring one presentation laptop, projector, projection screen and HDMI cable, with a spare HDMI cable available. Check the presentation on the actual equipment at least 24 hours beforehand.
Allow two coffee or tea servings per person for a morning course, and add about 10% extra cups, glasses, teaspoons and pastries. Set out thermos flasks so refreshments remain available during the exercises.
Provide one USB stick for every two participants if files need to be saved or exchanged. Check that the laptops can read the sticks before participants arrive.
Pack extension cords, power strips, cleaning cloths and waste bins before opening the classroom. Set up and test the Wi-Fi router at least 30 minutes before registration starts.

Frequently asked questions

What equipment do I need for a computer course for seniors?: Provide one laptop, charger and mouse per participant, plus a projector, projection screen, presentation laptop and Wi-Fi router. For groups of 10 or more, bring at least one spare laptop and mouse.
How many laptops should I bring to a senior computer class?: Bring one working laptop for every registered participant. Add one spare laptop for every 10 participants, so a class of 20 people needs 22 laptops if possible.
How much coffee and tea do I need for a computer course?: Plan two servings per person for a morning course and add 10% extra. For 20 participants, prepare about 44 cups of coffee or tea, with matching cups, teaspoons and refreshments.
When should I test the laptops and projector?: Test all laptops, chargers, internet access, the projector and presentation at least 24 hours before the course. Repeat a quick connection check 30 minutes before participants arrive.

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