Sem1
Skill Level: Beginner
Skill Level: Beginner
Skill Level: Beginner

This course develops practical skills in library automation and information searching.
It provides hands-on training in SOUL, KOHA, Greenstone, and major library operations.
Students develop skills in internet searching, search engines, and advanced Google search techniques.
The course introduces WorldCat, WebOPACs, Library of Congress, British Library Catalogues, and INDCAT.
Overall, it equips students with competencies in library automation, digital resources, and effective information retrieval.

Skill Level: Beginner
Skill Level: Beginner

Course Objectives/Outcome (CO)
1. To become familiar with the standard methods used to organize and store           collections of terms.
2. To become able to analyze and evaluate ISAR tools and systems.
3. To understand the concept and various types of Databases and various search  strategies to retrieve relevant information.
4. To know the different steps of Information Consolidation and ways of  information repackaging with user benefits.

Skill Level: Beginner

Research is an essential component of Library and Information Science (LIS) for understanding problems and improving library services. The course introduces the concept, need, types, process, and ethics of research.
Students learn about literature search, research design, research problems, synopsis, and hypothesis formulation.
The course discusses various research methods, including historical, descriptive, case study, experimental, and Delphi methods. The course covers primary and secondary data and various data collection tools such as questionnaires, interviews, and observation. Overall, the course develops students’ research knowledge, skills, and scientific attitude for conducting LIS research.

Skill Level: Beginner