LIBR178 — Technical Services & Cataloging for Small
LIBR 178 - Technical Services & Cataloging for Small LIBR 178 - Technical Services & Cataloging for Small 5 Credits Introduction to technical services activities procedures, tools and systems in small libraries. Areas examined include ordering, receiving, processing, basic cataloging and preserving library materials in a variety of formats. Emphasis on customer-centered technical service practices; efficient management of materials requests; managing acquisitions and cataloging tools budgets; and using print and electronic tools for all aspects of technical services. Provides background for further studies in collection development, acquisitions, cataloging and preservation. Fees Quarters Typically all Online Designed to Serve Students in the Library & Information Services program and those working toward their School Library Media Endorsement; as well as current library employees wanting to increase their knowledge of technical services with an emphasis in small libraries. Active Date 20240322T08:20:15 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 38 Lecture 55 Total Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline Technical Services history and overview. Acquisitions: introduction; the publishing world; funding and gifts; vendors; licensing; management and principles. Cataloging: introduction to MARC; authority control; copy cataloging; original cataloging; common policies and issues including quality/quantity and electronic resources. Processing.