Library Technician, AAS

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Program Description

Students in this program will learn a series of key library functions, including collection management, cataloging basics for Dewey and Library of Congress, processing and repair of library materials, circulating and shelving materials, helping patrons with reference, resource sharing services, and managing a small library or media center. Students will also acquire non-technical skills needed to be successful library technician, such as customer service, listening, speaking and writing, attention to detail, and working as a member of a team.

Career Information

This training can open the door to employment in a school media center, a public library, an academic library, or a special library.

Total Credits: 60

First Semester (15 credits)

ENG 1021 - English Composition I: GT-CO1 Credit(s): 3
COM 1150 - Public Speaking Credit(s): 3
OR COM 1250 - Interpersonal Communication: GT-SS3 Credit(s): 3
LTN 1001 - Introduction to Library Services Credit(s): 3 ¹
LTN 2005 - Introduction to Cataloging & Classification Credit(s): 3 ¹
Social and Behavioral Science Elective Credit(s): 3

Second Semester (15 credits)

MAT 1140 - Career Math Credit(s): 3 OR higher
LTN 1010 - Selection and Acquisitions Credit(s): 3 ²
LTN 2010 - Reference Materials Credit(s): 3 ²
Social and Behavioral Science Elective Credit(s): 3
Arts and Humanities Elective Credit(s): 3

Third Semester (15 credits)

LTN 1015 - Library Circulation Credit(s): 3 ³
LTN 2020 - Library/Media Center Management & Public Relations Credit(s): 3 ³
Social and Behavioral Science Elective Credit(s): 3
Arts and Humanities Elective Credit(s): 3
Elective (approved by advisor) Credit(s): 3

Final Semester (15 credits)

Arts and Humanities Elective Credit(s): 6
Social and Behavioral Science Elective Credit(s): 3
Elective (approved by advisor) Credit(s): 6

^{1 Fall Semester only}

^{2 Spring Semester only}

^{3 Summer semester only}