This course is designed to equip a Library and information science technician with the competencies required to perform various duties with respect to: management of industry knowledge, publishing and book trade, analysis of information resources, copyright compliance etc.
Course Overview
This training equips students with relevant information and knowledge management skills necessary in the management of information systems and services. Provide students with a wide range of knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary for planning and promoting the free flow of information in a rapidly changing society.
Course Outline:
- Introduction to Library and Information Science
- Introduction to Computers
- Introduction to Database Systems
- Introduction to Multimedia Sources and Services
- Introduction to Records and Archives
- Introduction to Organization of Knowledge
- Internet and Information Services
- Introduction to Management of Library and Information Centers
- Records Management
- Organization of Knowledge – Classification
- Organization of Knowledge – Cataloguing
- Information Communication and Mass Media
Expected Working Field
Graduates of this certificate program will find a multitude of career opportunities in the realm of records and archives management:
Records Management: Roles in managing physical and digital records in various sectors such as government offices, corporations, healthcare facilities, and educational institutions.
Archives Management: Positions in preserving and organizing historical records, manuscripts, and artifacts in museums, libraries, and heritage institutions.
Information Management: Opportunities in information centers, libraries, and information services focusing on cataloging, database management, and information retrieval.
Digital Archiving: Roles in managing digital archives, digital preservation, and information systems in the context of evolving technological advancements.
