LIB 143 Collection Development

Presents an overview of the principles and practices of building and maintaining the library collection, including identifying the needs of the users and the elements and importance of a collection development policy in managing the collection. Students develop tools for dealing with library collection management issues.

Credits

3

Notes

Career Technical Education (CTE) Course

Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Utilize library selection tools to support the library collection. Defends library materials from censorship attempts. Build and maintain a library collection to meet educational needs of patrons.