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Students learn to develop user-focused perspectives within the context of library systems. Students have the opportunity to try several different library systems to manage assets, organize information, and design interfaces. Students are provided with skills to design databases and explore software...

Students are introduced to all aspects of reference work, including readers' advisory. The focus will be on a detailed exploration and mapping of resources for a variety of subject areas. Resources in a variety of formats are explored, along with the best approaches to support the reference process...

Creation and manipulation of MARC (machine readable cataloguing) records for online catalogues. Identification, capture, import, and modification of catalogue records from bibliographic sources online.Registration in this course is restricted to students admitted to the Diploma in Library and...

Students will work a minimum of 120 hours at a selected site or sites and will gain practical experience working in an entry level capacity. Two to three workshops (given either in class or online) will be conducted at the beginning of term reviewing expectations for the practicum, resumes and...

This course provides students with an understanding of what it means to be a supervisor and prepares them to take on supervisory roles. Problem solving, decision making, coaching, performance assessment, labour relations and interpersonal skills and knowledge will be developed through the...

This course acquaints students with reading interests of adults in preparation for readers’ advisory (RA) work with adults. Skills related to readers’ advisory service in public and other library settings are introduced and practiced, and the basic tenets of readers’ advisory are reinforced...

This course is a survey of key resources, tools, and services used to support the specialized information needs of Aboriginal libraries, collections, and communities. Staff, working in a variety of library settings, are provided with the necessary knowledge, background, and insights for working with...

Archives and museums, like libraries, are important cultural heritage institutions. This course is designed to introduce students to the major aspects of archival and museum work. The approach to different topics is practical and emphasizes current employment standards and employers’ expectations...

This course focuses on effective methodologies to research, consult, and report on information resource findings in an online environment. Students will retrieve and evaluate information in discipline-related research, services, programs, and policies from formal and informal online sources...