Library Technician - Certificate of Achievement
Plan Code 3030
This program is designed to teach the fundamentals of knowledge and skills needed for today’s Library Technicians. The program is designed to successfully prepare students for employment with entry and mid-level library technician positions in public, academic, school, special libraries, and other information-related industries. It encompasses library automation essentials such as acquisitions, cataloging, circulation, public access catalogs, techniques of information retrieval, and leadership.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate knowledge of theory and skillsets related to services in library and information settings.
- Demonstrate communication skills that contribute to the functioning as a library technician.
Program Requirements
| Code Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| REQUIRED COURSES | ||
| Complete FIFTEEN (15) units from the following: | ||
| Foundation of Library Services (3) | ||
| Introduction to Access Services (3) | ||
| Introduction to Acquisitions (3) | ||
| Technology and Teamwork (3) | ||
| Introduction to Cataloging (3) | ||
| Introduction to Youth Services (3) | ||
| School Library Media Assistant (3) | ||
| Subtotal Units | 15 | |
| IN ADDITION, complete THREE to FOUR (3-4) units from the following: | ||
| Human Development (3) | ||
| Elements of Interpersonal Communication (3) | ||
| Elements of Intercultural Communication (3) | ||
| Introduction to Computers (3) | ||
| Microsoft Office (3) | ||
| Work Experience-Library Technician (1-4) | ||
| Subtotal Units | 3-4 | |
| Total Units | 18-19 | |