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Library Technical Assistant Program

Associate in Applied Science - 64 Credit Hours

Program Information:
The Library Technical Assistant Program is designed to prepare individuals for immediate entry into positions which help library and information services professionals acquire, prepare and organize materials, and assist library users in finding materials and information. Emphasis is on acquiring practical skills needed in day-to-day operations in a library or media center.

Program Accreditation:

Admission to the Program:

Fall Semester 1:
LIB 110; LIB 114; CMGEN 110; ENGL 110; CMGEN 120; Elective

Spring Semester 1:
LIB 116; LIB 125; ENGL 111 or COMM 110; PSY 110; Mathematics; Elective

Fall Semester 2:
LIB 127; LIB 231; Laboratory Science; Social Science; Elective

Spring Semester 2:
LIB 210; LIB 250; Humanities; Electives

Required General Courses
Laboratory Science* 4
Mathematics* 3
Social Science* 3
Humanities* 3
ENGL 110 Composition I 3
ENGL 111 or COMM 110 Composition II **
Communication: Process and Practice
3
PSY 110 Introduction to Psychology 3
Required Program Courses
CMGEN 110 Introduction to Windows 3
CMGEN 120 Computer Applications 3
LIB 110 Introduction to Libraries 3
LIB 114 Audio-Visual Equipment Operation 2
LIB 116 Acquisition of Materials 3
LIB 125 Cataloging and Classification 3
LIB 127 MARC Record and Technical Processing 3
LIB 210 Reference 3
LIB 231 Introduction to Patron Services 3
LIB 250 Library Practicum 2-3
Required Elective Courses
Electives*** 14

*See specific requirements for the Associate in Applied Science Degree **Recommended Course ***Recommended Electives: CHILD 231, PRLGL 112, EDUC 230, HLTH 121

For Program Information Contact:

Pam Thomas
LTA Program Coordinator
Library-Administration Building
Room L445
(309) 694-5508

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