What to look for in a Computer Classroom Rental
Jul 6th, 2008 by Olivia Cain
While price might be the number one consideration, there are a lot of other factors you should investigate when choosing to rent a computer training facility.
First of all, do the specifications of the classrooms computers meet the technical requirements of the training? You will need to check the CPU speed, memory, and the size and number of hard drives in each computer. You will also want to make sure that the computer monitors are of the size and type that meet your requirements.
Next you need to ask about technical support. Is there a dedicated technical expert support person onsite who has the expertise to install and support the software you will be using? Be sure that the technician will be on site the entire time that the classroom is being utilized to handle any problems that might pop up.
You also need to check the physical characteristics of the classroom. Make sure it is large enough so that each student has adequate space for monitors, manuals and room to take notes. Make sure the projector is high quality and that there are whiteboards, flipcharts or other media for the instructor to use.
Heating and air conditioning is an often overlooked aspect when renting a computer classroom. You don’t want your students to be freezing or falling asleep because it is too warm. Ideally, the classroom should to have its own temprature controls so that heat and air conditioning can be adjusted according to the comfort of students.
Be sure to check on other amenities that you want for your students. Are beverage and snacks included? If not, is there a per person charge for catering? Is there a break room available to the students? Can lunch be brought in? If people are traveling, how close is the nearest hotel? Is the hotel walking distance or is other transportation needed? Is there a negotiated rate with the hotel for your students?
A final consideration is the building itself. Is the location centrally located and easy to find? Is the building modern and attractive. Do the classrooms have windows? Is free parking available at the facility for students? If not, find out where parking can be found and what fees the student can expect to pay. If there is a charge for parking you may want to make prior arrangements to cover the cost for the students.
By following these guidelines you will ensure your ability to provide a comfortable and hassle free environment for your training presentation.