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1602.00The Library Technology Program prepares students for entry-level Library Assistant and more specialized higher-level Library Technician positions in all types of libraries under the supervision of a librarian. Coursework includes hands-on instruction in library operations and services, including training in the use of specialized automated library systems, library service principles, and essential workplace customer service, technology, and workplace communication skills. The program highlights job-related skills and practices needed to enter and succeed in the library workplace as well as continuing education opportunities for those currently employed. PCC’s Certificate of Achievement program is aligned with the American Library Association’s Library Support Staff Certification (LSSC) – https://ala-apa.org/lssc/.
A Certificate of Achievement is awarded upon completion of all required courses with a grade of C or better.
Program Outcomes
- Articulate library principles, roles, and service issues related to the diverse communities libraries serve.
- Demonstrate library workplace skills by performing various library technician job duties.
- Examine successful library service by analyzing library staff interactions with library users.
Requirements for the Certificate of Achievement
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| LIB 001 | COLLEGE RESEARCH SKILLS | 1 |
| LIB 101 | LIBRARY SERVICES FOR SUPPORT STAFF | 3 |
| LIB 102 | LIBRARY REFERENCE SERVICES | 3 |
| LIB 103 | LIBRARY ACCESS SERVICES | 3 |
| LIB 104 | LIBRARY TECHNICAL SERVICES | 3 |
| LIB 105 | LIBRARY CATALOGING | 3 |
| Required Electives | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| SURVEY OF COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY IN BUSINESS | ||
| BUSINESS SOFTWARE - INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT OFFICE SYSTEM | ||
| INTRODUCTION TO INFORMATION SYSTEMS | ||
| Total Units | 19 | |
Recommended Electives
Visit the Program Mapper for a suggested sequence of courses.
General Education Requirements for the Associate in Science Degree
- General Information
- PCC Local Gen Ed
- Students who have previously been awarded a bachelor‛s degree or higher from a U.S. institutionally accredited institution shall be deemed to have fulfilled the general education and elective course requirements for the Associate in Science degree.
- Cal-GETC
- Students with rights to the former general education patterns can complete IGETC or CSU GE in lieu of Cal-GETC. Students should consult with an Academic Counselor to determine which general education pattern to complete and may refer to an appropriate archived College Catalog or www.assist.org for more information.