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Associate Degree of Science (Library Technology)

ECU Course CodeM73
CRICOS Course Code055457A
Course Coordinator
Ms Judy Clayden
Lecturer
Phone: +61 (0) 8 9370 6298
Fax: +61 (0) 8 9370 6100
Room: ML 13.237
Email: j.clayden@ecu.edu.au
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Description:

The Associate Degree of Science (Library Technology) combines a core programme, designed to prepare graduates for a paraprofessional role in the operation, maintenance and utilisation of library systems.

Students who complete the Associate Degree of Science (Library Technology) may apply to transfer to the Bachelor of Science (Library Technology) (course E65) or the Bachelor of Science (Communication and Information Technology) / Bachelor of Science (Library Technology) (course B52). They will be eligible for up to two years advanced standing in either course.

Course Structure:

The Associate Degree of Science (Library Technology) comprises sixteen units. Students undertaking the course will complete the following units:

Course Location and Mode of Study:

Available at: Mt Lawley
Modes: Full-time, Part-time

Admission Requirements:

Standard University admission requirements apply.

Special Admission Requirements:

Students studying remotely by flexible delivery should have access to a computer capable of accessing the Internet and downloading online study materials.

Course Planner:

Year One

Semester 1

Unit CodeUnit NameCredit Points
CSG1132Communicating in an IT Environment15
IST1141Information Agencies and Environment15
IST1161Library Systems 115
 Elective Unit 1

Semester 2

Unit CodeUnit NameCredit Points
CSI1241Systems Analysis15
CSI1121Personal Computing15
IST1143Information Organisation 115
 Elective Unit 2

Year Two

Semester 1

Unit CodeUnit NameCredit Points
IST2161Client Services in Libraries 115
IST2243Information Organisation 215
CSI2102Information Security15
 Elective Unit 3

Semester 2

Unit CodeUnit NameCredit Points
IST2101Technologies in Information Services15
IST2262Technical Services in Libraries15
CSI1102Presentation Systems15
 Elective Unit 4

Elective Units

The Associate Degree includes four elective units of which two should be at first year level and two should be at second year level.