Diploma in Library and Information Science

COURSE DESCRIPTION

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Diploma in Library and Information Science is Diploma level Library Science course. Course helps to provide the learner with basic skills and knowledge in library and information studies that will help in efficient collection management and dissemination of information, while ensuring that the information needs of users are satisfied. After completion the course, the candidates will be able to utilize the acquired knowledge, attitude, competences and practical skills in the acquisition, organization and dissemination of information resources.

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Diploma in Library and Information Science Eligibility

• Candidates seeking admission in Diploma in Library Science must have passed ten plus two (10+2) examination, obtaining at least 50% marks, with English as one of the subjects or equivalent examination

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Diploma in Library and Information Science Course Suitability

• Course is suitable for those who have a basic interest in books as well as a variety of topics, good communication skills, customer service attitude and other interpersonal skills.
• Applicants also have organizing ability, ability to anticipate user's needs, a wide general knowledge and ability to cope with frequent interruptions when doing jobs requiring concentration.

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Diploma in Library and Information Science Syllabus

Syllabus of Library and Information Science as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.

Sr. No.	Subjects of Study
1	Library and Society
2	Library Management
3	Library Classification Theory
4	Library Classification Practice
5	Library Cataloguing Theory
6	Library Cataloguing Practice
7	Reference and Information Sources
8	Information Services
9	Information Technology: Basics

How is Diploma in Library and Information Science Course Beneficial?

• After completing the course, they can go for jobs in the areas such as public/government libraries, universities and other academic institutions, news agencies and organizations.
• They have opportunities in the private organizations and special libraries, foreign embassies, photo/film libraries.
• Candidates can also have option in the planning and coordination of the library's financial operations which are also important and essential tasks to be performed.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY

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Candidates seeking admission in Diploma in Library Science must have passed ten plus two (10+2) examination, obtaining at least 50% marks, with English as one of the subjects or equivalent examination