LIS 1111 - Library Science I

Institution:

Southwest Mississippi Community College

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Description:

This course will instruct the student in the use of library materials and libraries in general. Upon successful completion of the course, the student will demonstrate a basic knowledge of the development and arrangement of libraries, the parts of a book, the Dewey Decimal and Library of Congress classification systems, the card catalog, indexes, and reference books. The student will use the textbook, present oral reports, and perform exercises using the card catalog and other resources found in the library-learning resource center. Periodic objective examinations will be given to evaluate the student's skill in the use of the library and its resources. One hour of instruction per week. Credit, one semester hour

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.smcc.edu

Phone Number:

(601) 276-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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