Sem1

This course provides a comprehensive understanding of the Academic Library System and its management.
It introduces students to the meaning, objectives, functions, and types of academic libraries.
The course explains the role of UGC in the development of academic libraries through various committees and commissions.
Students will learn the principles, policies, procedures, and problems related to collection development and management.
It also introduces the planning of library buildings and the concept of green libraries.
The course familiarizes students with various academic library services and user education programmes.
Students will study services such as virtual reference, CAS, SDI, documentation, abstracting, and indexing.
It also covers information products, inter-library loan, document delivery, literature surveys, and bibliography.
The course provides basic knowledge of library finance, budgeting, and human resource management.
Students will understand job analysis, recruitment, training, motivation, performance appraisal, and stress management.
The course further introduces academic library networks, cooperation, resource sharing, and library consortia.
Students will become familiar with national and international developments in academic library networking.
Special emphasis is given to INFLIBNET and DELNET, their services, activities, and contributions.
Overall, the course aims to develop the knowledge, skills, and professional competencies required to manage academic libraries effectively.