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Library & Information Services (Certificate & AAS options)
Department Website: http://lis.highline.edu
Updates
- 11.19.09 ~ Added related instruction course options.
- LIBR 140/240 ~ 3-5 credits. (Entry codes needed.)
- LIBR 295 ~ 1-5 credits. (Instructor permission needed.)
- LIBR 100 is a recommended prerequisite for all courses marked with an asterisk (*).
- This information does not substitute for meeting with a faculty adviser.
- AAS degree programs emphasize preparation in specific job skills required for entry-level employment.
- Not all classes are offered every quarter.
- All required LIBR courses are also offered online as distance learning.
- Students currently employed at libraries in Washington state should inquire about possible apprentice rates.
- Explain library fundamental principles, including intellectual freedom, open access, diversity, and patron privacy and confidentiality.
- Discuss the community needs of libraries in a diverse, multicultural and democratic society, and how these needs can be met.
- Apply the basic principles and standardized systems of ordering, cataloging, classifying, processing and maintaining library materials.
- Describe the basics of information seeking behavior and information literacy.
- Identify suitable employment opportunities by matching personal and professional interests and abilities with positions within the library and information services professions.
- Analyze information critically to draw reasonable conclusions and/or solve problems when working with patrons, materials and technology.
- Identify print and electronic resources useful in keeping current with best practices and emerging trends in the library and information services professions.
- Identify and use the technologies generally found in the library and information services professions.
- Discuss the importance and characteristics of excellent customer service in the library and information services professions.
- Demonstrate the communication skills necessary to successfully interact with patrons and staff in the library and information services professions.
- Explain library fundamental principles, including intellectual freedom, open access, diversity, and patron privacy and confidentiality.
- Discuss the community needs of libraries in a diverse, multicultural and democratic society, and how these needs can be met.
- Apply the basic principles and standardized systems of ordering, cataloging, classifying, processing and maintaining library materials.
- Describe the basics of information seeking behavior and information literacy.
- Identify suitable employment opportunities by matching personal and professional interests and abilities with positions within the library and information services professions.
- Analyze information critically to draw reasonable conclusions and/or solve problems when working with patrons, materials and technology.
- Identify print and electronic resources useful in keeping current with best practices and emerging trends in the library and information services professions.
- Identify and use the technologies generally found in the library and information services professions.
- Discuss the importance and characteristics of excellent customer service in the library and information services professions.
- Demonstrate the communication skills necessary to successfully interact with patrons and staff in the library and information services professions.
| Course | Course Title | Cert. Cr. | AAS Cr. |
|---|---|---|---|
| LIBR 100 | Introduction to Library and Information Services | 5 | 5 |
| LIBR 110 * | Library Employment | 2 | 2 |
| LIBR 120 | Technical Services | 5 | 5 |
| LIBR 122 | Circulation Services | 3 | 3 |
| LIBR 132 * | Serving Diverse Communities | 3 | 3 |
| LIBR 140/240 | Cooperative Education | 3-5 | 3-5 |
| LIBR 150 | Reference Services | 5 | 5 |
| LIBR 156 * | Serials | 3 | 3 |
| LIBR 160 * | Computers in Libraries | 5 | 5 |
| LIBR 170 * | Cataloging I | 5 | 5 |
| LIBR 175 * | Cataloging II | 5 | 5 |
| LIBR 180 | Media Services | 5 | 5 |
| Total Core Course Credits | 49-51 | 49-51 |
Supporting Courses (SC)
Select 26-28 credits from these courses or others, as approved by an adviser, to complete a minimum of 90 credits for the AAS (not required for the certificate).
| Course | Course Title | Cert. Cr. | AAS Cr. |
|---|---|---|---|
| BTECH 100 | Introduction to Computers/Windows | - | 3 |
| BTECH 101 | Modular Introduction Computer/Windows | - | 1-3 |
| BTECH 102 | Keyboarding | - | 5 |
| BTECH 103 | Modular Keyboarding | - | 1-5 |
| BTECH 108 | Microsoft Excel | - | 5 |
| BTECH 111 | Modular Introduction to Microsoft Office | - | 1-5 |
| BTECH 114 | Microsoft PowerPoint | - | 3 |
| BTECH 151 | Web Design | - | 5 |
| BTECH 211 | Advanced Microsoft Office | - | 5 |
| BTECH 217 | Modular Microsoft Word | - | 1-5 |
| LIBR 130 | School Libraries | - | 5 |
| LIBR 131 | Legal Reference Sources | - | 1 |
| LIBR 133 | Medical Reference Sources | - | 1 |
| LIBR 136 | Book Repair | - | 3 |
| LIBR 151 | Business Reference Sources | - | 1 |
| LIBR 155 | Government Documents | - | 2 |
| LIBR 178 | Technical Services and Cataloging for Small Libraries | - | 5 |
| LIBR 182 | Equipment Maintenance | - | 2 |
| LIBR 190 * | Library Administration and Management | - | 3 |
| LIBR 195 * | Collection Development | - | 3 |
| LIBR 295 | Independent Study | - | 1-5 |
| EDUC& 204 | Exceptional Child | - | 5 |
| CMST& 210 | Interpersonal Communication | - | 5 |
| ENGL 122 | Introduction to Children's Literature | - | 5 |
| Total Supporting Course Credits | 0 | 26-28 |
Related Instruction Courses (RI)
Students must take 15 credits of related instruction, discuss with your adviser.
| Course | Course Title | Cert. Cr. | AAS Cr. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Take one: ENGL& 101 CMST& 101 CMST& 220 | English Composition I Introduction to Communication Public Speaking | 5 | 5 |
| Take one: BUSN 135 ACCTG 121 MATH | Business Mathematics Practical Accounting I Any 100-level or higher course | 5 | 5 |
| Take one: PSYC& 100 PSYCH 120 ANTH& 206 BUSN 160 SOC& 101 | General Psychology Pyschology of Human Relations Cultural Anthropology Human & Labor Relations Introduction to Sociology | 5 | 5 |
| Total Related Instruction Credits | 15 | 15 |
| Total Program Credits | 64-66 | 90 |
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