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Quick Facts
| Medium Of Instructions | Mode Of Learning | Mode Of Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| English | Self Study, Virtual Classroom |
Course Overview
The Certificate Course in Library and Information Science (CCLIS) is being offered by the Department of Library and Information Science, Somaiya Vidyavihar University. The Certificate Course in Library and Information Science (CCLIS) includes theoretical lectures, practical sessions, tutorial, project work and internships
The duration of the Certificate Course in Library and Information Science (CCLIS) is six months. With the help of Certificate Course in Library and Information Science (CCLIS) the participants will have a clear understanding of traditional and digital library systems.
The Highlights
- Six months duration
- Eighteen credit points
- Complete online programme
- Comprehensive Curriculum
- Hands-on Experience
- Technological Integration
- Seminars, Workshops, Internship
- Access to different types of libraries
Programme Offerings
- Real-World Projects
- Innovative Curriculum
- Internship
- workshops
- seminars
Courses and Certificate Fees
| Certificate Availability | Certificate Providing Authority |
|---|---|
| yes | Department of Library and Information Science, Somaiya Vidyavihar University, Mumbai |
The fees for Certificate Course in Library and Information Science (CCLIS) is as follows:
Fees type | Amount |
Programme fees | Rs. 5000 |
Eligibility Criteria
To enroll in The Certificate Course in Library and Information Science (CCLIS) the participants must be 12th pass from any board.
What you will learn
The Certificate Course in Library and Information Science (CCLIS) will help in getting a better understanding about communication skills, Writing skills, Reading skills, Presentation skills, Language skills. These skills will help the participants to understand ICT applications in Library and Information Centers.
Who it is for
The target audience for the Certificate Course in Library and Information Science (CCLIS) course includes:
Admission Details
- To take the admission for the Certificate Course in Library and Information Science (CCLIS) kindly visit the page https://lis.somaiya.edu/en/programme/certificate-course-in-library-and-information-science/
- Click on apply now.
- Submit the required information for enrolling to this course
- Once all the information has been duly filled and the fees are submitted after that you can access the course.
The Syllabus
Module 1 - Basics of Library & Information Science & Society
- Library historical background
- Libraries need and function in the society
- Role of library in the modern society
- Library & PR
- Ethical issues in library
- What to do & what not to do
- Types of libraries and its functions and services
- Academic, Public & Special libraries in the digital age
- Electronic library, Digital library
- Virtual library, Hybrid library
- Cloud computing
- Librarianship function
- Changing role in the 21st century
- Framework of Libraries & Information Science centres
- Public policies in libraries
- Library securities
- Concept of copyright
- IPR
Module 2 - Administration of library resource & centres
- Library Administration
- Management of different sections of the library Human resource development
- HRM
- Budget
Module 3 - Record Keeping
- Record maintenance of all sections (Acquisition- Requisition file, Vendors file, Budget file, PO file, Invoices file, Accession Register) (Technical processing: Classification Master file, List of additions,) (Circulation Section: Orientation, Students, faculty Staff files, No due Certificate, Lost and replaced/ CCLIS_DLIS Certificate Course in Library & Information Science 6 cost recovered, Books Missing, Visitors Register, List of overnight issued books, Confidential file, Stock verification File, Duty file, Binding file, Membership file, Feedback file) (Reference section: Reference tools, Long range reference, Short range references, SDI, Bibliography, Faculty- staff publications) (Serial Control: Suggestion file, databases, Vendor file, Budget File, Digital Library Usage report, records of Print journal, Magazines, Graties) (Stack Room Maintenance: Stock verification follow up work, shelf Rectification and record) (Library Administration: stationary file, Bill register file, Personal files of the staff, Leave records, Inward outward register, Deadstock register) etc.
Module 1 - Library Classification
- Introduction and need of knowledge organisation
- An overview of classification systems
- DDC
Module 2 - Library Cataloguing
- An overview of cataloguing systems
- Use of ICT for knowledge organisation and search strategies
Module 3 - Use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) in organising Libraries
- Tools and techniques used in different sections of libraries
Module 1 - Library Reference Sources
- Reference services
- Meaning
- Definition & characteristics
- Sources of Information
- Primary, Secondary & Tertiary
- Reference Books & its Features
- Difference between reference book & other reading material
Module 2 - Types of Reference Sources
- Types of Reference Sources
- Print and digital Dictionary
- Encyclopedia, Bibliography & Geographical References
- Census report
- Annuals
- Maps, Atlas, Almanacs etc
Module 3 - Reference services
- Reference Service and its need in the Library
- Different types of reference services
- Short and Long range reference services
- Digital Library Services like library chatbot
- FAQ
Module 4 - Digital Reference Sources like open access reference tools.
Department of Library and Information Science, Somaiya Vidyavihar University, Mumbai Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
The duration of the Certificate Course in Library and Information Science program is 6 months.
To apply for the Certificate Course in Library and Information Science CCLIS program the participants must be 12th pass from any of the boards.
The participants can get the job roles like - librarians, information managers, digital archivists, and library technicians.
Yes, the Certificate Course in Library and Information Science CCLIS conducts Seminars, Workshops, Internship which will provide practical experience to the participants.
The mode of study of the Certificate Course in Library and Information Science CCLIS program is online.