COLLECTION MANAGEMENT

LIS 839

A topical course focusing on a special subject (art, law, music, health sciences) or format (maps, microforms, rare books, iconographic materials). Issues related to collection development, acquisitions, reference, indexing and management.

DS 519

Demonstrate accumulated learning through a semester long project in the development of a collection of marketable artisan works within your own media. Combines classroom-based learning explorations with real world technical and economic considerations to successfully navigate a balance between expansive thinking and application in real world situations.

LIS 651

Basic cataloging and classification principles and suitable techniques. Includes descriptive cataloging, selected entry headings, Sears subject headings, Dewey Decimal Classification, book numbers, and cataloging with supplied copy including OCLC editing.

LIS 755

Management, policy and technology issues associated with licensed digital library resources such as e-journals, e-books, full text and citation databases, digital audio and video collections, and e-references resources. Includes a significant copyright and licensing component.

LIS 855

Critical examination of selected management techniques in the areas of materials control, physical plant operations, personnel programs, budget preparation and statistical reporting. May also focus on a particular type of information agency; e.g., data analysis centers, research libraries, or public libraries.