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As a general survey to
information technology and technological infrastructure of information systems,
this course helps to establish fundamental understandings of the essential role
of information systems in the advancement and survival of library management and
services. Core contents covered in the course include concepts of information
systems, integrated library systems, telecommunications and networks, Internet
standards, IT planning, system development, implementation, and management,
usability principles, and digital libraries.
   
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I.
Course Description:
- SLIS
Catalog:
Introduction
to the role of information systems in the storage and
retrieval of information. Covers information-seeking
behavior and communication in electronic environments, with
special emphasis on using systems to solve information
problems. Explores the use of computers in information
centers, library automation, database structure and design,
search engines, and the Internet.
- Modifed
Description :
As a
general survey to information technology and technological
infrastructure of information systems, this course helps to
establish fundamental understandings of the essential role
of information systems in the advancement and survival of
library management and services. The major themes are:
- Core
concepts and principles of information systems
- Fundamentals
of information technology
- Development,
use, and management of integrated library systems in
libraries and information centers
- The
process of system analysis and design
- Principles
of usability and outlooks for digital libraries
II.
Course Objectives:
The aim of
the course will be met through achievement of the following
objectives:
- To
develop students' understanding of the terminology and
models of information systems, and of the principles of
system design, management, and usability;
- To
develop students' knowledge of a wide spectrum of
information systems, and of the components and functions of
such systems;
- To
develop students' skills in the critical analysis and
evaluation of information systems, and in the select and use
of systems that contribute effectively and efficiently to
the satisfaction of information needs in specific contexts.
III. Course
Design:
Two third of
the class time will be devoted to lecturing and class
discussions on the designated topics covered in readings. The
remaining 1/3rd of the time is arranged for practical
exploration of some selected information systems. The intent is
that the first part of the class is to establish conceptual
understanding of the content, while the second part as a
hands-on component, serving the purpose of contextualizing and
internalizing the declarative knowledge covered earlier. A tour
to Library of Congress Intergrated Library Systems facilities is scheduled. Some
in-class exercises of practicing information systems are also
arranged.
IV. Code of
Conduct and Definition of Plagiarism:
Students are
expected to follow the “Code
of Student Conduct” established by the university.
Violations of the Code are acts of academic dishonesty and
include but are not limited to plagiarism, cheating,
fabrication, aid of academic dishonesty, and lying to course
instructors. By taking this class and turning in assignments,
you are agreeing to abide by the Code.
Definition
of Plagiarism: Intentionally or knowingly representing the words
or ideas of another as one's own in any academic exercise;
failure to attribute any of the following: quotations,
paraphrases, or borrowed information from print sources or
websites; buying completed papers from other to use as one's own
work.
ADA Accommodation
Any student with a
disability that will require accommodation under the terms of
federal regulations should present a written accommodation
request to the instructor by the second class meeting. The
law includes accommodation for learning disabilities, Attention
Deficient Disorder and anxiety disorders. It is
also recommended that the student contact the Office of
Disability Support Services. They are located in suite 207
in the Pryzbyla Center.
Their email is:
cua-disabilityservices@cua.edu. Their phone number 202-319-5211 and their fax number is
202-319-5126. Their TTY number is 202-299-2899 and their web site is
A Guide for services and accommodations
for students with disabilities can be found at:
Some basic guidelines
and links to other information may be found at:
http://counsel.cua.edu/ADA/clicks/
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