LS 211 Introduction to Library and Information Science

Definition, scope and development of library and information science. Information System. System and services of libraries and information center. Influences of individuals and institutions on library and information science development. Profession and education in library and information science. Ethic and standard in library and information science. Field trip.

LS212 Introduction to Information Technology

Definitions, scope and influences of information technology in libraries and information centers. Computer systems, telecommunication systems, computer networks and multimedia technology are included. Field trip.

LS 216 Information and Thai Society

Definition and Importance of information. Information and technology literacies. Information and knowledge about society. Learning culture and delvelopment of learning culture. Role of information institutions. Information work development in the Thai social context.

LS217 Information Literacy 1

Importance of information on education. Information media from traditional to digital formats. Information sources including digital sources. Methods and technologies for information access and retrieval. Criteria for information sources evaluation.

LS219 Information Literacy 2
Pre-requisite: LS217

Principles of selecting and gathering information from various sources. Citation styles. Database creation for self study and research. Information presentation. Ethics and regulations in information use.

LS226 Development and Libraries and Information Centers

Development of libraries and information centers in Thailand and aboard. The factors and result of working in Libraries and information centers from the beginning to the future. Field trip

LS 231of Information Resource Development
Pre-requisite : LS211

Definition and types of information resources. Selection, acquisition, evaluation and weeding of information resources. Technology and collaboration in information resources development. Field trip

LS241 Classification of Information Resources 1

Study objective, uses and general principles of the classification of information resources. Study and practice analyzing Dewey Decimal Classification System, book numbers and subject headings both in Thai and English

LS242 Cataloging of Information Resources 1
Pre-requisite : LS 241

Study objective and uses of the cataloging of information resources. Principles of various cataloging of information. Emphasis on cataloging of English books and input cataloging data sheets in computer. Producing and filing information resources.

LS251 General Reference Resource
Pre-requisite : LS 211

Importance of reference resources. Types and characteristics. Selection principles and tools. Significant general reference titles. Techniques in using reference resources. Reference book publishers. Basic reference services in libraries. Additional references tools produced by libraries. Modern technology for reference services. Field trip.

LS324 Introduction to Research Methodology for Librarians
Pre-requisite : LS 211

Introduction to researh. Research methods in library and information science. Fundamental statistics for library and information research.

LS327 Book and Printing

History and development of the alphabet and books from the earliest times to the present. Famous manuscripts. History and development of the press. Printing material and technology. Publishing procedures. Types and scope of printers and publishers. Government regulations in printing. Social and cultural influences on production and distribution of publications. Field trip

LS343Cataloging of Information Resources 2
Pre-requisite : LS 242

Duties and responsibilities of the Catalog Department. Tools and cataloging rules for books and other information resources, emphasis on cataloging practice of various category of Thai books. General principles of main entries. Types of library catalog, procedure of input cataloging data in computer, reproducing catalog and filing.

LS344 Information Storage and Retrieval
Pre-requisite : LS 212

Definition and process of information and retrieval. Basic concepts and technologies that are used in information storage and retrival. Search strategies and information retrieval evaluation.

LS345 Bibliographies, Index and Abstracts

Definition, objective and types of bibliographies, Indexes and abstracts. Role of bibliographies, indexes and abstracts in information storage and retrieval system. Principles and process in bibliographic record construction, indexing and abstracting. Services and dissemination of bibliographies, indexes and abstracts.

LS346 Classification of Information Resources 2
Pre-requisite : LS 241 or consent of instructor

Study and analysis of the classification system, especially The Library of Congress Classification System. How to use the Library of Congress Subject Headings, including L.C. book number.

LS357 Information Resources in the Science and Technology
Pre-requisite : LS 251

Definition and scope of sciences and technology. Significant information resources, including reference materials. Selection principles. Information sources and services. Influences of individuals and institutions on the development of these subjects. Field trip.

LS358 Information Resources in the Humanities and Social Science
Pre-requisite : LS 251

Definition and scope of the humanities and social science. Significant information resources, including reference materials. Selection principles. Information sources and services. Influences of individuals and institutions on the development of these subjects. Field trip.

LS359 Information Resources for Children and Adolescents

The study of printed information resources for children and adolescents. Definition, and development, types of information resources for children and adolescents. Reading interest and needs of children and adolescents. Reading promotion and guidance. Significant thai and foreign
authors and illustrators in the past and the present. Selection principles and tools. Publishers. Influences of organization and institutions regrading production. Trends in production and marketing of
information resources for children and adolescents. Field trip.

LS361 Library Organization and Administration

Principles of administration. Library organization, planning and setting up of libraries. Library personnel. Library finance. Library building, equipments and supplies. Library public relations. Statistical records and reports. Library standards. Field trip.

LS371 Information Services and Dissemination

Definition,objectives and types of information services and dissemination. Information services management and planning. Ethical issues in information services and dissemination. Principles and methods and evaluation of information services. Innovation in information services and dissemination.

LS375 User Studies
Pre-requisite : LS 211

Definition and scope of user studies. Principles and methods of user studies. Application of user studies results in information works.

LS385 Serial Publication in Libraries and Information Centers
Pre-requisite : LS 211

Definition and importance of serial publications both in printed and electronic format. Selection, acquisition and serial publications services and dissemination. Technology and collaboration in serial working.

LS447 Cataloging of Audio-Visual Materials and Electronic Media
Pre-requisite: LS 242 or consent of instructor

Significant characteristics and cataloging of carious types of audio-visual materials and electronic media. Theory and practice of making catalog using Anglo American Cataloging Rules II.

LS448 Automated System for Libraries and Information Centers
Pre-requisite : LS 212 or consent of instructor

Automated system in various works in libraries and information centers, administration, techniques, and services. Appropriateness and possibilities of this system as used in libraries and information centers in Thailand. Field trip.

LS449 Computer Network Technology for Libraries and Information Centers
Pre-requisite : LS 212 or consent of instructor

Study of computer network technology. Using computer network for intercommunication between people and information service organizations. Information sources on global networks. Trends of computer network technology. Field trip.

LS466 Organization and Administration of Public Libraries and School Libraries
Pre-requisite : LS 361

Definition, development and standard of public libraries and school libraries in Thailand and aboard. Purposes, administration principles and procedures. Building, finance, resources, services, activities, personnel and library committees. Promotion of library use for study, teaching, reading and improving quality of life in community and society. Field trip.

LS467 Organization and Administration of Special Libraries and Academic Libraries
Pre-requisite : LS 361

Definition, types, development and standard of special libraries and academic libraries in Thailand and aboard. Procedures in policy, planning, budget, uses, collections, services, personnel and library committee. Field trip.

LS475 Resource Sharing

Definition, development and necessities of resource sharing. Forms, elements and activities of co-operation in local, national, regional and international information service centers. Procedures and quality assessment of resource sharing. Personnel quality

LS487 Archival Material and Government Information Resources

History, significance and characteristics of archival materials. Significant archives. Storage, retrieval and preservation. Characteristics, types and significances of government information resources. Sourecs, acquistion, storage ans services.

LS488 Audio-Visual Materials and Electronics Media

Study of impact on audio-visual materials and electronic media on education. Types, selection principles, maintenance, services and service organization. Equipment and how to use them. Selection tools for materials and equipment. Production of selected types of these materials.

LS491 Libraries and Information Centers Practice Work
Pre-requisite : LS 211 , LS 212 , LS 231, LS 241 , LS 242, LS 251, LS 324 , LS343 , LS 344 , LS 361 and
LS 371 with a minimum grade of C in each course

Practical training of technical work and information services. A minimum of 210 practice hours are required of each student. Reports required. Selection can be made to practice in any information service sources in consent of the department.