Recommended Course Sequence

September 1, 2008

Welcome to the Library Technician Program! We are very happy to welcome you to the world of library services and are interested in assisting you in attaining your educational goals. Careers in libraries, as well as Library Technician coursework, require basic skills in computer use (keyboarding, basic Windows navigation and applications skills.) Since this program focuses on developing your skills within the electronic environment, the program instructors have recommended this sequence of classes that will ensure that you will have the skills and abilities you need to succeed in the program.

If you have limited or no experience using a computer (or feel apprehensive using one), you may also want to build your skills with the 1 unit class. This will help you when you start the program but is not a requirement of the Library Technician certificate.

BIT 107* Business Software – Windows (1 unit)
Management of documents, electronic tasks, and work flow within the Windows operating environment. Concepts and terminology; end-user techniques for basic diagnostic and trouble-shooting procedures.

Before you start into the Technician level courses (101-106), consider taking the following basic skills courses that are required for the certificate:
Library 1 (one unit)
Library 10A (one unit)

And one of the three courses listed below:
BIT 25 Survey of Computer Technology in Business (3 units)
CIS 1 Introduction to Computers (3)

The following classes are generally offered in the Fall semester:
Lib 101 Introduction to Library Service for Paraprofessionals (3 units)
Lib 103 Introduction to Circulation Services (3 units)
Lib 105A Cataloging procedures in the online environments. (Library 104 is a prerequisite).

These classes are usually offered in the Spring semester:
Lib 102 Introduction to Reference and Information Services (3 units)
Lib 104 Technical Services: Acquisitions, Serials, and Processing (3 units)

Winter and Summer offerings (6 week classes) usually include Lib 1 and Lib 10A. This is also a good time to take the BIT 25 or CIS 1 classes. We have included a self-assessment that guides you to the resources you may need to find greater success in this program.

You can also consult the Library Technician Program’s Frequently Asked Questions webpage at http://www.paccd.cc.ca.us/library/Courses.html This will provide some answers to your questions about the program. Please do not hesitate to call Krista Goguen (626 585-7832) for a brochure or more information about the program.

Sincerely,
Mary Ann Laun
Assistant Dean, Library Services
(626) 585-7833

Krista Goguen
Program Coordinator
(626) 585-7832