B.Voc in Library Science Program
Overview
Course Description
he B. Voc in Library Science program is a one-year undergraduate degree that is divided
into two semesters. The course focuses on the management and upkeep of the library's
numerous resources. Most book lovers who wish to learn more about useful resources and
information about books pick the B program. Students who enroll in this course learn
more about book management and consumer demands for recommending various books on
various topics.
Upon completion, graduates are equipped to work as library technicians or assistants,
assisting in organizing and managing library resources, providing information services,
and supporting users in accessing and utilizing information effectively.
Career Scope
- ◉ Archivist : An archivist is a professional who is responsible for assembling, cataloging, preserving as well as managing valuable collections of historical information. An archivist can work with a range of public and private sector organizations for various roles.
- ◉ Cataloguer : A cataloguer manages the catalog of different materials at a library. The professional prepares bibliographic and item records for journals, monographs, and other library material.
- ◉ Consultant : A library consultant consults as well as provides problem-solving assistance to administrators and governing boards related to library plans, management, governance, funding, etc.
- ◉ Deputy Librarian : A deputy librarian supports the work of the Assistant Librarian as well as the Library Assistant. The professional usually reports on library improvement, development, and budgeting issues.
- ◉ Library Director : A director checks books in and out for customers, overseas employees, and staff members and ensures the smooth running of the daily operations of the library. The responsibilities of a director increase according to the size of the library.
- ◉ Library Assistant : A library assistant compiles records, sorts as well as shelves books, and issues and receives library materials like pictures, cards, slides, etc. The assistant also locates library material and replaces it in shelves, stacks, or files as per the identification number and title.
- ◉ Law Librarian : A law librarian works for law schools or law firms and provides complete support to law customers. Their major job responsibilities include managing different library operations, helping with research, monitoring budgets, etc.
Subject
1 Classification of Documents according to DDC (23
ed.)
2 Classification of documents according to CC (6th rev. ed.).
3 Anglo American Cataloguing Rules, 2nd ed. (1988)
4 Classify C
1 Functions and principles of Management
2 Collection development and Access Management
3 Human Resource Management
4 Library Planning, Financial Management and Reporting
1 Fundamentals of Information and Communication
Technology (ICT)
2 Computer Networks and Communication
3 Library Automation
4 Digital Library
1 Reference and Information Sources
2 Information Services and Products
3 Information Seeking Behavior (ISB)
4 Implication of Social Networking Sites in Library Services and
Digital Information Literacy
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