Library and Information Science, MLIS

Program Overview

This program offers a comprehensive curriculum in library and information science, covering core concepts and a wide range of electives. Students can specialize in areas such as reference services, automated library systems, or youth literature. The program culminates in a thesis or portfolio, preparing graduates for careers in various library and information settings.

Program Outline

Outline:

• Core Courses (13 units):
• INFO 200 - Information Communities (3 units) (GWAR)
• INFO 202 - Information Retrieval System Design (3 units)
• INFO 203 - Online Learning: Tools and Strategies (1 unit)
• INFO 204 - Information Professions (3 units)
• INFO 285 - Applied Research Methods (1-4 units)
• Electives (27 units):
• INFO 210 - Reference and Information Services (1-3 units) (3 units required)
• INFO 220 - Resources and Information Services in Professions and Disciplines (1-3 units)
• INFO 221 - Government Information Sources (3 units)
• INFO 230 - Issues in Academic Libraries (3 units)
• INFO 231 - Issues in Special Libraries and Information Centers (3 units)
• INFO 232 - Issues in Public Libraries (3 units)
• INFO 233 - School Library Media Centers (3 units)
• INFO 234 - Intellectual Freedom Seminar (3 units)
• INFO 237 - School Library Media Materials (3 units)
• INFO 240 - Information Technology Tools and Applications (3 units)
• INFO 241 - Automated Library Systems (1-3 units) (3 units required)
• INFO 242 - Database Design and Management (3 units)
• INFO 244 - Online Searching (3 units)
• INFO 246 - Information Technology Tools and Applications - Advanced (1-3 units)
• INFO 247 - Vocabulary Design (3 units)
• INFO 248 - Beginning Cataloging and Classification (3 units)
• INFO 250 - Design and Implementation of Instructional Strategies for Information Professionals (3 units)
• INFO 251 - Web Usability (3 units)
• INFO 254 - Information Literacy and Learning (3 units)
• INFO 256 - Archives and Manuscripts (3 units)
• INFO 259 - Preservation Management (3 units)
• INFO 263 - Materials for Children (3 units)
• INFO 265 - Materials for Young Adults Ages (3 units)
• INFO 266 - Collection Management (3 units)
• INFO 267 - Services to Youth (1-9 units)
• INFO 268 - History of Youth Literature (3 units)
• INFO 269 - Early Childhood Literacy (3 units)
• INFO 271A - Genres and Topics in Youth Literature (1-9 units)
• INFO 275 - Library Services for Racially and Ethnically Diverse Communities (3 units)
• INFO 280 - History of Books and Libraries (3 units)
• INFO 281 - Seminar in Contemporary Issues (1-3 units)
• INFO 282 - Seminar in Library Management (1-3 units)
• INFO 283 - Marketing of Information Products and Services (1-3 units) (3 units required)
• INFO 284 - Seminar in Archives and Records Management (1-3 units)
• INFO 286 - Interpersonal Communication Skills for Librarians (1-3 units)
• INFO 287 - Seminar in Information Science (1-3 units)
• INFO 293 - Introduction to Data Networking (3 units)
• INFO 294 - Professional Experiences: Internships (2-4 units)
• INFO 295 - School Library Field Work (3 units)
• INFO 298 - Special Studies (1-3 units)
• Culminating Experience (3 units):