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| Library Information Technology |
Major
CREDIT CERTIFICATE CURRICULUM
The associate degree major complements requirement for graduation from the college, while the program leading to a certificate is designed for individuals transferring to a senior college or already possessing an academic degree.
Admission. Enrollment is open to all interested students.
Course of Study. The course of study includes instruction in library organization and services; standard reference materials; supervision; computer applications; the acquisition, processing, and cataloging of print and non-print materials, legal, medical and business resources, and practical experience in a library or resource center. Students are encouraged to augment study with courses from other college departments such as office systems, graphics, or computer networking and communications technologies.
Employment. As employment in the field is competitive, students should assume entry level library work early in their studies. Those who complete the curriculum satisfactorily may find advantages when taking civil-service examinations with federal state, county, and city agencies.
The associate degree program is designed as an academic major for students satisfying requirements for graduation from City College.
Students completing general education requirements must complete 18 units (12 core and 6 elective units) in Library Information Technology with a cumulative grade of C or higher (2.00 grade-point average). General education, elective and advised courses will be selected according to the student's educational and occupational objectives.
Library Information Technology Major
Courses Required for the Major in Library Information Technology
Core Courses Units LIBR 51 Introduction to Libraries and Library Materials .......... 3 LIBR 55A Cataloging and Classification ........................... 3 LIBR 55B Library Technical Processes ............................. 3 LIBR 56 Computer in Libraries ................................... 3 Electives (6 units minimum) LIBR 53 Information Resource Services ............................ 2 LIBR 57 Internet Research Strategies ............................. 2 LIBR 58A Legal Resources ......................................... 1 LIBR 58B Medical Libraries & Resources ........................... 2 LIBR 58C Business Resources & Libraries .......................... 2 LIBR 59 Library Work Experience .................................. 3
Total Units ................................................. 18 Recommended: MABS 60 or WDPR 391A; and advised relevant courses in other college departments.
Certificate Curriculum
Library Information Technology Certificate
The certificate program is designed for students transferring to a senior college, or for those who already hold academic degrees.
A certificate of accomplishment will be awarded for completing 17 units (12 core units and minimum 5 elective units) in Library Information Technology with a cumulative grade of C or higher (2.00 grade-point average). Elective and/or additional advisory courses will be selected according to each student's educational and occupational objectives.
Courses Required for the Certificate of Accomplishment in Library Information Technology
Core Courses Units LIBR 51 Introduction to Libraries and Library Materials .......... 3 LIBR 55A Cataloging and Classification ........................... 3 LIBR 55B Library Technical Processes ............................. 3 LIBR 56 Computer in Libraries ................................... 3 Electives (5 units minimum) LIBR 53 Information Resource Services ............................ 2 LIBR 57 Internet Research Strategies ............................. 2 LIBR 58A Legal Resources ......................................... 1 LIBR 58B Medical Libraries & Resources ........................... 2 LIBR 58C Business Resources & Libraries .......................... 2 LIBR 59 Library Work Experience .................................. 3
Total Units ................................................. 17 Recommended: MABS 60 or WDPR 391A; and advised relevant courses in other college departments.