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Collection Management

Undergraduate | CUR-LIS230 | 2022

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Determine the best methods of storing, preserving and developing library collections. Learn about document selection and delivery. Assess ejournals and online packages. Make decisions as to what types of material should be stored in which collection.

Study method
100% online
Assessments
100% online
Entry requirements
No ATAR needed,
No prior study
Duration
13 weeks

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Collection Management

About this subject

  • At the completion of this subject students will be able to:

    1. articulate the importance of collection development in the context of Australian library and information services
    2. apply quantitative and qualitative methodologies to evaluate collections
    3. select appropriate material for addition to particular collections
    4. explain major current issues affecting the development and management of library collections.

Entry requirements

No entry requirements

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0.125 EFTSL
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