The History of Computers - Ada Lovelace Connection - Online Course - Community Learning - 13:30-15:00

Important update: Bookings will close 7 days before the course starts.

Date	15 June 2021
Time	1:30pm - 3pm
Venue	Online Courses, Nottingham View venue details View on Google Maps
For ages	19+
Group size	5 - 15
Cost	Free

About this course

This is a short talk on the developments and historical figures who contributed to the development of computers and computing.

The session will look at the roles and contributions of key figures, from the Industrial revolution through to the early days of electronic computing. By the end of this session, learners will know more about the inventions, characters and circumstances that led to modern computers – including the huge contribution by Ada Lovelace.

This is an online course. You will need a suitable electronic device such as a laptop, tablet or smartphone with internet access. Learners will be required to download and use Zoom (free software).

Booking your place and fee information

To secure your place on the course BOTH the following must be done:

Complete the EVENTBRITE BOOKING.
Complete our INSPIRE ONLINE ENROLMENT FORM for each person attending the course.

You should be redirected to the Inspire Online Enrolment Form after completing the Eventbrite booking. If you are not redirected, please use the link supplied in the Eventbrite booking confirmation email.

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Some exceptions may apply if you are living in England with evidence of the right to remain and are from an EEU/EEAU country (completion of a questionnaire will be required).

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