Apr 28, 2024  
2018-2019 University Bulletin 
    
2018-2019 University Bulletin [ARCHIVED BULLETIN]

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LIS 730 - Descriptive Cataloging

3 hours
The study of descriptive cataloging standards with the primary emphasis on practical application of current standards and conceptual models, such as Resource Description & Access (RDA), the IFLA Library Reference Model (LRM), and Machine-Readable Cataloging (MARC21) bibliographic and authority data.  The course examines the history and principles of descriptive cataloging standards, best practices documents, authority work, as well as current topics of discussion within the cataloging profession, such as emerging technologies and ethical issues.  Students will catalog a variety of information resources and explore questions and concerns relevant to the material. 

Prerequisite(s): LIS 701 LIS 703  



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