LIBR 136 - Book Repair

Institution:

Highline College

Subject:

Library & Information Services

Description:

Development of proficiency in performing basic book repairs including paper cleaning, repairing tears, hinging, tipping, recovering corners, re-backing, and Saw-Kerf bindings. Attention is given to the physical properties of paper, book cloth, adhesives, collection assessment, sorting materials according to proposed treatment, and keeping records. Students receive instruction on creating a mending team that includes circulation, technical services and acquisitions departments in libraries.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.highline.edu

Phone Number:

(206) 878-3710

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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