L SC-LIBRARY SCIENCE (L SC)

L SC 110. Reference and Information Resources I

3 Credits (3)

Overview of reference services. Introduction to, and evaluation of, basic types of information resources (both print and electronic) and their application in libraries.

L SC 111. Introduction to Information Literacy in an Electronic Environment

3 Credits (3)

Introduction to the basics of the research process; the organization, location and evaluation of information using print, non-print and electronic resources. Restricted to: Community Colleges only.

L SC 130. Introduction to Technical Services in Libraries

3 Credits (3)

Introduction to technical services in libraries, including acquisitions, bindery, cataloging, gifts, and serials. Restricted to Dona Ana campus only.

L SC 200. Collection Management and Development in Libraries

3 Credits (3)

Principles of identifying, selecting, acquiring, managing, and evaluating resources for libraries. Restricted to Dona Ana campus only.

L SC 210. Technology Planning in Libraries

3 Credits (3)

Overview of computer applications in libraries. Topics may include automated systems and electronic resources, introduction to evaluation of technology, and writing a technology plan. Restricted to Dona Ana campus only.

L SC 221. Experiential Learning I

1-3 Credits

Student is employed (paid or non-paid) in an approved work site and evaluated by their supervisor. Each credit requires a specified number of hours of on-the job work experience. Consent of Instructor required. Graded: S/U Grading (S/U, Audit). Restricted to Dona Ana campus only.

Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.

L SC 240. Internet Resources and Research Strategies

3 Credits (3)

Introduction to retrieving and evaluating information found on the Internet and in selected Internet-accessible databases. Restricted to: Dona Ana campus only.

L SC 255. Special Topics

1-3 Credits

Special topics to be announced in Schedule of Classes. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credits. Restricted to: Dona Ana campus only.

L SC 298. Independent Study

1-3 Credits

Individual studies directed by consenting faculty with prior approval of department chair. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credits. Restricted to: Dona Ana campus only.