Library Technology – Major #5171

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The program map below represents an efficient and effective course taking sequence for this program. Individual circumstances might require some changes to this path. It is always recommended that you meet with your pathway counselor to develop a personalized educational plan.


This program prepares students to work as paraprofessionals in a variety of library settings.


Upon completion of the program, students will:
  1. 1. Apply basic knowledge of library principles and practices to a specific library setting.
  2. 2. Perform skills associated with the technical service functions in libraries.
  3. 3. Use skills associated with delivery of public services currently used in libraries.
  4. 4. Analyze the purpose of the paraprofessional in all types of libraries.
Effective Term: 2024 Fall Semester

Term 1 (Summer)

9 units

LITEC 51
Introduction to Library Service

3 units
Effective Term: 2024 Fall Semester
Students will explore the general organization and governance of various types of libraries, their mission, roles and materials; library service from past to present and its role in society; and basic duties, ethics and values of the library paraprofessional. This is a foundation course for the Library Technology certificate program. (A, CSU)
Course Details:

    LITEC 56
    Information Technology

    3 units
    Effective Term: 2024 Fall Semester
    Students will learn how to use and manage computers, computer networks, non-print materials, and emerging technologies used in libraries, and how to educate library users on use of technology resources. (A, CSU)
    Course Details:

      Major Course

      3 units

      Select one of the following: 

      LITEC 54
      Literature and Services for Youth

      3 units
      Effective Term: 2024 Fall Semester
      Students will learn how to provide a range of library services to children and young adults, including reference services, programming, readers' advisory, and information literacy instruction. Students will also learn about genres of literature for children and youth and be introduced to best practices for selecting materials for library collections. Emphasis will be placed on anticipating cultural and individual differences within user populations and developing library collections and services for children and youth to respectfully acknowledge and accommodate such diversity. (A, CSU)
      Course Details:

        LITEC 62
        Medical Resources and Libraries

        3 units
        Effective Term: 2024 Fall Semester
        Students will learn about types of medical information resources, in print and online formats, and how these may be utilized for personal, corporate, or academic use. This course supports reference, communications, teamwork, foundations, and technology competencies for library paraprofessionals. (A, CSU)
        Course Details:

          LITEC 63
          Legal Resources and Libraries

          3 units
          Effective Term: 2024 Fall Semester
          Students will learn how to utilize legal research tools, in print and online formats. This course also provides an overview of the American legal system, the different areas of law, and the various sources of law. (A, CSU)
          Course Details:

            Term 2 

            9 units

            LITEC 52A
            Organization of Information

            3 units
            Effective Term: 2024 Fall Semester
            Students will learn how to catalog materials using Library of Congress and Dewey Decimal Classification systems. (A, CSU)
            Course Details:

              LITEC 55
              Library Public Service

              3 units
              Effective Term: 2024 Fall Semester
              Students will learn the basics of providing core library services to the public, including readers' advisory, interlibrary loans, and the circulation of materials. Emphasis will be placed on anticipating cultural and individual differences within user populations and delivering library services in ways that respectfully acknowledge and accommodate such diversity. (A, CSU)
              Course Details:

                LITEC 61
                Information and Computer Literacy

                3 units
                Effective Term: 2024 Fall Semester
                Students will build in-depth research skills, becoming familiar with major concepts related to information and its organization, location, evaluation, and use. General computer/technology concepts, email, and navigating the Internet will be covered. (A, CSU)
                Course Details:

                  Term 3 

                  4 units

                  LITEC 52B
                  Collection Management

                  1 unit
                  Effective Term: 2024 Fall Semester
                  Students will learn processes and techniques related to library technical services, acquisition and processing of materials, collection maintenance and materials repair. (A, CSU)
                  Course Details:

                    LITEC 57
                    Reference: Print and Online Sources

                    3 units
                    Effective Term: 2024 Fall Semester
                    Students will learn how to provide library reference services, using established reference interview techniques and research methodologies. Students will become familiar with standard reference sources; types of print, non-print and electronic-format information sources; and collection development issues related to library reference services. (A, CSU)
                    Course Details:
                      Total: 22 units