Library Information Technology

This course explores interpersonal communications and how strong communications skills may be applied to positive workplace relationships. The course work is designed to help you become a more effective communicator in the increasingly diversified workplace.

Communication and Presentation Skills provides you with the foundational knowledge and skills needed to compose business documents and give engaging, formal presentations. You will learn how to effectively communicate in a professional environment and consider different aspects of spoken, written and nonverbal communication (e.g., channel, content, organization, style, tone, format and mechanics) in order to share clear and concise messages with your audience. You will be required to work in both individual and collaborative settings.

Equivalents:

• COMM 238
• COMM 1070
• COMM 260

This practical course on computer functionality and commonly used industry software covers current productivity software to develop industry-specific solutions in the areas of communication and organization, documentation, data management, analysis, and visualization. In addition, file management techniques and best practices; security considerations such as identifying threats, safeguarding data and intellectual property; and digital citizenship and etiquette are also included.

Equivalents:

• BCMP 225

In this course, learners explore a variety of online database searching techniques and retrieval systems. They develop search strategies and use advanced searching methods to execute effective searches on commercial databases and the Internet.

Pre-requisites:

• LIBR 202
• LIBR 235
• LIBR 251

This course introduces the purpose and scope of library services, basic library skills and library terminology, and provides an overview of library and information management organizations and personnel.

This course provides an introduction to the bibliographic description and assignment of access points for print materials. This includes the construction of access points for corporate bodies and complex personal names, and assignment of subject headings.

This course provides an introduction to reference work, basic information sources, and the reference interview.

In this course, learners use a variety of library related software from patron catalogue interfaces to staff functions in acquisitions, cataloguing, circulation, serials, and reporting. The course also explores a variety of third-party catalogue compatible applications.

Pre-requisites:

• COMP 220
• LIBR 200

This course uses current metadata standards to describe non-print materials, create preferred titles, create classification numbers from Dewey Decimal Classification and to file entries in an online catalogue.

Pre-requisites:

• LIBR 202

This course gives an overview of collection development and management in libraries and learning commons. Learners will examine the theory behind managing and maintaining library collections including policies, procedures, acquisitions, evaluation, disposition, and cultural sensitivities.

In this course, students utilize Resource, Description & Access (RDA) to describe resources and assign access points, ISBD to display data. and MARC 21 formats to encode data. Students also use Library of Congress Subject Headings and Classification schedules to assign subject headings and call numbers and access a variety of online resources to create complete bibliographic records.

Pre-requisites:

• LIBR 252
• LIBR 251

All library staff members use technology for job-related purposes. Staff should be able to diagnose and solve common computer problems in the library setting, and instruct users in their library's technology offerings. In addition, library personnel should be proficient in communicating with technical support staff.

Pre-requisites:

• LIBR 251

This course introduces the learner to the selection and evaluation of materials for children and young adults. It also covers specialized library services and current issues in school and public libraries.

Pre-requisites:

• LIBR 200

The focus of this course is to introduce learners to HTML, XML, and various metadata schemes. Learners use web design software to produce library related web pages.

Pre-requisites:

• LIBR 251

In this course, learners identify the purpose and management of digital licenses, outline the three phases of a content management system, integrate content from multiple sources to build specialized content catalogs, create and organize media collections and use collaboration techniques to build communities.

Pre-requisites:

• DATA 375

This course provides learners with the techniques necessary for telling stories to children. Selection of appropriate materials for storytelling in libraries is covered.

Pre-requisites:

• LIBR 200

This course provides learners with knowledge about specialized reference sources and services.

Pre-requisites:

• LIBR 235

In this course learners select an area of library information technology literacy, records, or information management work of special interest for an independent study. Learners will choose, plan and manage the topic of investigative study and then report on the topic by preparing a written summary report, including appendices or research report on research findings. Learners will present the results of the independent study through an oral presentation. The project can be completed as an individual study or a group project.

Pre-requisites:

• COMM 352
• COMN 220
• COMP 220
• LIBR 200
• One of:
  • LIBR 202
  • LIBR 235
  • MGMT 244

This course continues with research, case studies and problem solving in information research management. Topics covered include emerging international records management standards, analysis, appraisal theory, classification development processes and policy and procedures development.

Pre-requisites:

• One of:
  • MGMT 244
  • LIBR 325

In this course, the fundamental concepts, terminology and scope of records management are introduced. The personnel, components, technologies and guidelines of a records management program are explored. Theories and techniques for the establishment, implementation and maintenance practice of a records management program are covered. Fundamentals of Information and Records Management is a prerequisite for all other courses in the Information and Records Management Certificate program.

This course provides an introduction to the principles of proactive marketing for libraries and information management organizations. Topics covered include market research and planning, targeted messaging, marketing toolkits and evaluation methods for measuring value and satisfaction.

Pre-requisites:

• LIBR 200
• LIBR 297

Administrative and supervisory techniques are explored for academic, public, school or special libraries, as well as records centres and information management departments. Administrator and staff responsibilities, organizational planning, supervisory techniques, and financial controls are outlined. Library, records, and information management standards and legislation are introduced as well an exploration of trends.

Pre-requisites:

• One of:
  • LIBR 200
  • MGMT 244

This course is designed to prepare Library and Information Technology students for successful practicum site placements, as well as develop learning objectives for those practicums.

Pre-requisites:

• COMM 352
• LIBR 251
• LIBR 252
• LIBR 297
• LIBR 335
• MGMT 244
• MKTG 360
• One of:
  • COMN 220
  • COMM 1070
  • COMM 238
• Concurrent Prerequisite
• DATA 375
• LIBR 302
• LIBR 305
• LIBR 320

This course provides learners with a total of six weeks of practical work experience. The learners will be placed in two different libraries, records or related information management organizations for a period of three weeks each. They will apply their theoretical knowledge in a real world situation.

Pre-requisites:

• DATA 375
• LIBR 302
• LIBR 305
• LIBR 320
• MGMT 244
• PRAC 320