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LIBR 1016 - Cataloging and Classification

Credits: 3

This course introduces the organization of libraries and the principles and practices of cataloging including descriptive cataloging, subject analysis, subject headings and classification systems. It includes copy cataloging and original creation of MARC21/BIBFRAME/RDA records. RDA (Resource Description and Access) and BIBFRAME (Bibliographic Framework Initiative) are new requirements that are changing cataloging. Students learn how to update AACR2 (Anglo-American Cataloging Rules). -MARC21 (Machine Readable Cataloging) records with RDA and BIBFRAME so that all catalog records follow new standards and rules for bibliographic description, including FRBR (Functional Requirements of Bibliographic Records) and FRAD (Functional Requirements of Authority Data). Both print and non-print materials will be covered.

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