Special Topics: Creating and Managing Digital Collections

The key elements of managing digital collections are explored through discussion, hands-on practice, and project based activities. Topics covered include project development, selection and electronic processing of materials, copyright, description (cataloguing and metadata), electronic access and preservation.

Registration in this course is restricted to students admitted to the Diploma in Library and Information Technology and the Diploma in Library and Information Technology (Flexible Participation Option).

Prerequisite(s): A minimum "C-" grade in LIBR 1111 taken within the last three years; or approval of the department.