Events › Tech Titans 50+ : Computer Essentials

Tech Titans 50+ is a free technology training program provided by Charlotte Mecklenburg Library and community partners including: AARP, Senior Planet, and the Center for Digital Equity. This program provides a welcoming learning environment for older adults to support each other as they develop new technology skills. Programs are geared toward ages 50+.

This 5-week course meets twice per week and covers the essentials of how to use the basic functions of a personal computer, how to navigate the internet, and how to send and receive email. By the end of the course, you’ll have a foundation for using a computer and the internet to enrich your life. A computer will be provided for use during each class session.

Prerequisites: A Gmail address. This course is best suited for people who have had some experience using the internet on any device. If you need help setting up a Gmail address, please call the Senior Planet hotline: 888-713-3495.

Course Schedule

The course begins on Monday, September 9th, at 10am and will meet twice per week on Mondays & Wednesdays at 10am.

• Week 1: Getting to Know Your Computer & Mouse
• Week 2: Getting to Know Windows & the Keyboard
• Week 3: Welcome to the Internet
• Week 4: Web Search & Google
• Week 5: Using Email

This program will take place indoors at the North County Regional Library. Face coverings are strongly encouraged for both participants and staff. Indoor programs will include social distancing based on the library space.

NOTE: Charlotte Mecklenburg Library is committed to public safety and continues to intentionally and
deliberately expand in-person services that align with the COVID-19 safety guidelines set by
Mecklenburg County, the Mecklenburg Board of County Commissioners (BOCC), the state of North
Carolina and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). For the safety of staff and other program
participants, please stay home if you feel sick, are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, have a
confirmed case of COVID-19, are awaiting COVID-19 test results, or have recently been exposed to
someone with COVID-19.

Accessibility and Request for Accommodations
This program will be offered in person and subtitles may be made available during the program when presentation slides are used. If you need additional accommodations, please contact us by phone or email at least one week prior to the program. Requests can be submitted by calling (704) 416-6000 or emailing ksloan@cmlibrary.org.