Library & Information Science Present Scenario
Information Literates are not those who have Information,
But are those who know how to use Information.
Anonymous
Alvin Toffler Writes:
The illiterates of the 21st century will not be those who cannot read and write,
But those who cannot learn unlearn and relearn
Above stated two quotations indicate that 21st century is the century of information, knowledge and wisdom: The yuga of MahaSaraswati.
Bachelor of Library and Information Science and Master of Library and Information Science courses equip students for careers as Librarian/Information Professional in a variety of environments.
The courses introduce students to the knowledge and skills necessary to take up crucial roles in information intensive environment and library settings.
This course equips students to address issues in information and knowledge organizing and retrieval roles in a wide range of institutions, businesses, industries, organizations and professions involved with information and with the role of information in society.
Both courses are conducted in the department on Career College campus and are affiliated to umbrella of Barkatullah Vishwavidyalaya.
Objectives:
The purpose of the Department of Library & Information Science is to stimulate interest and, participation in, and knowledge of all the facets of library & librarianship. The objectives of the department are as under:
>> To provide students an understanding of the basic principles and fundamental laws of Library and Information Science and to enable them to understand and appreciate the functions and purpose of the libraries and information centers.
>> To professionally train the students in diverse area of librarianship
>> To educate the students in the philosophy of librarianship, basic principles, fundamental laws, professional ethics and management of library and information centers.
>> To enable the students to understand and appreciate the functions and purposes of library and information centers in the changing social, cultural, technological and economic environment.
>> To provide students the knowledge of Information Technology (IT) and its application in library and information activities.
>> To train the students in the advanced skills of information knowledge gathering, processing, organization and retrieval.
>> To train the students in information knowledge analysis, repackaging and marketing.
>> To provide the students thorough understanding of IT applications in information environment including networks and communication systems.
>> To train the students in the analysis, planning and management of the systems of library and information centers.
>> To provide an understanding of research methods and activities of research organizations.
BACHELOR OF LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE (B.L.I.Sc.)
Library and Information Science is a discipline that systematically studies the acquisition, processing, management, maintenance, and dissemination of information and information sources. It also studies the purpose, nature, utility and effectiveness of services provided by Libraries and Information Centers. The scope of Library and Information Science includes study of libraries, information sources, their contents and features, document acquisition processes and practices, document and knowledge organization methods and procedures, library and information services, financial and human resource management, etc. Imparting practical skills for carrying out works such as classification, cataloguing, circulation, using Information and Communication Technologies for automating the library housekeeping operations, searching information from reference sources, Internet and electronic databases are also the components of B.Lib.I.Sc. Degree Programme .
As a part of the efforts to enhance the employability of graduates of Library and Information Science Programme, the curricula for this programme also includes field based learning experiences that offer opportunities to them for a specific period of study in Libraries and Information Centers.
Eligibility for Admission: Candidates who have passed the three/four year Bachelor’s degree examination with 45% from any Recognized University considered as equivalent are eligible for admission to the programmes.
Duration: The Bachelor of Library and Information Science (B.L.I.Sc.) course will be full time course of one academic year.
Course Level: Undergraduate (Professional Course)
Age Limit: No Age Limit in Professional courses.
A one-year full-time course leading to the degree of Bachelor of Library and Information Science (B.L.I.Sc.). The objectives of the course are:
>> To educate the students in the philosophy of librarianship, basic principles, fundamental laws, professional ethics;
>> To train the students in the skills of information, knowledge processing, organization and retrieval;
>> To train the students in the management of Library and Information Centers;
>> To enable the students to understand and appreciate the functions and purpose of Library & Information Centers in the changing social, cultural, technological and economic environment; e) to provide the basic knowledge of computer and its application in Library and Information activities; and
>> To give the students an understanding of the basics of Information Science.
B.Lib.I.Sc. Job Zone:
>> Librarian/Asst Librarian/Library Assistant
>> Junior Library Attendant
>> Assistant Technical Manager/Library Asst/Technician
>> Library Trainee
>> Project Assistant
>> Storage Specialist
>> Project Trainee
>> Library Information Officer
>> Officer - Library
>> Library Information Assistant
>> Professional Assistant