The Torquay College Specified Devices are chosen by Torquay College to fit the learning needs of the
students in the classroom. The devices will have appropriate warranty coverage to last the full term of
the program while at Torquay College.
Purchasing Torquay College specified device gives you the following technical support:
• Managed installation and support of DET provided EduSTAR software.
• Managed installation and support of school-based software.
• Managed installation and support of the operating system.
• Managed updates to the operating system and software.
• Managed Antivirus updates.
• Managed repairs through warranty suppliers on your behalf.
• Managed onsite warranty at Torquay College.
• Prompt/quick turnaround repairs to reduce the impact on students learning.
The device remains the property of the Parent/Guardian.

Under the following specifications, you may bring your own ‘Similar and Suitable’ device to the College.
The device must have minimum specifications to join the BYOD non-specified Device program:
• The minimum requirements will be reviewed over the course of the program to ensure the
devices can maintain the desired learning outcomes.
• The IT Manager, along with the IT Technicians will advise suitability of device to meet Torquay
College requirements.
Once your BYOD device has been approved as ‘Similar and Suitable’ and satisfies the requirements
listed, Torquay College will supply the following:
• Access to the EduSTAR catalogue including Office 365 and other DET recommended software.
• Access to wireless within the school.
• Access to printing and file storage.
• Access to DET EduSTAR Image.

Under the following specifications, you may bring your own ‘Similar and Suitable’ device to the College.
The 2019 device must have the following minimum specifications to join the BYOD Non-specified Device
program:
• 4GB Ram.
• 128GB SSD
• At least 11.6’’ Screen.
• Can support Windows 10 64 Bit.
• Current and maintained anti-virus software.
• Covered by warranty. – (Documentation required to prove at least 3 years)
• Only one device per student - not interchangeable throughout the year.
• Less than 3 years old.
The device remains the property of the Parent/Guardian.

Torquay College Hire Devices are chosen to fit the learning needs of the students in the classroom.

• The device is fully owned by Torquay College and will be solely used by your child for the full
year. Your child will be able to take home the device between Monday and Friday for learning.
• A hire fee is forwarded to parents/guardians, this includes insurance.
• The device has appropriate warranty coverage.
• The device is managed by Torquay College.

This option is determined on an individual needs basis and is subject to parents/guardian eligibility to
CSEF, Health Care Card and other similar services. Students enrolling into Torquay College for a period less
than 15 months may be eligible.

Eligibility is at the discretion of the Principal of Torquay College. An appointment with the Principal or
A principal nominee is required to discuss this option.

Students will have access to a device for the activities that require ICT at the ratio as per by DET
guidelines.
These devices will be owned by Torquay College and stored in a central location for shared
use across the college.