Library Technology Courses at the College of DuPage
Fall Quarter: Sep. 22 – Dec. 14, 2003 Register now for Fall Quarter! By phone: Call 630-942-3948 and give the course code
On-line: Go to http://www.cod.edu/AdRegRec/Register/RgOnline.asp

Library Technology classes meet on campus, via the internet or by video conference!

LTA 101 Today’s Libraries
Day: Monday Monday	Time (Two sections): On campus: 9am-12:50pm 2way video: 9am-12:50pm		Course Code: On campus: 11343 2way video: 11344	Place: On campus: SRC2636 (The library) Two-way video: Various library systems
An introduction to the general organization of libraries and library materials, including an overview of automation in libraries. Emphasis will be given to library technical assistant routines and techniques. (4 credit hours) Instructors: Anne Kozak and Linda Slusar
LTA 102 Basic Information Tools
Day: Saturday	Time: 9am-12:50pm		Course Code: 11345	Place: On campus: SRC2636 (The library)
An overview of the library technical assistant’s role in reference services, including reference tools, interview techniques and automated reference sources. Prerequisite: Library Technology 101. (5 credit hours) Instructor: Kelly Watson
LTA 103 Acquisitions
Internet	Time: Self study via Internet		Course Code: 17116	Place: Internet
Recognition of the role of the library technical assistant in the area of choosing, obtaining and receiving information materials, including budgeting and preparation for cataloging. Automated reference sources are included. Prerequisite: Library Technology 101. (4 credit hours) Instructor: Nancy Thomas
LTA 190 Soaring to Excellence - Selected Topic
Day: Selected Fridays	Time: 10:00 am-1:30pm Meets 3 Fridays	Course Code: 11346		Place: On campus: OCC 106 (West campus)
Attend three live teleconferences. Meet library “celebrities.” Work in between is done on your own time and submitted by email. Teleconference dates: 11/14/03, 1/23/2004 & 3/26/2004. Prerequisite: Library Technology 101. (3 credit hours) Instructor: Linda Slusar

Library Technology Courses at the College of DuPage

LTA 190 Serving Youth in Libraries - Selected Topic
Day Saturday		Time: 9:00am-11:50am	Course Code: 17202			Place: On campus: SRC3017 (The library)
Explore the field of youth services in public and school libraries. Learn the tools, resources, and skills needed to work with children from preschool through young adult. Prerequisite: Library Technology 101. (3 credit hours) Instructor: Sharon Comstock
LTA 201 Technical Services
Evening: Tuesday & Thursday	Time: 6:30pm-8:50pm			Course Code: 11348		Place: On campus: SRC2636 (The library)
An examination of Technical Services area of a library, including cataloging and processing materials, card preparation, and the tools necessary to perform these functions. Emphasis on related automation. Prerequisite: Library Technology 101 (5 credit hours) Instructor: Cheryl LaMaster
205 Circulation Services
Day: Tuesday Evening: Tuesday	Time (Two sections): Two-way video: 9am 12:50pm On-campus: 6am - 9:50pm			Course Code: Two-way video: 16902 On campus: 11349		Place: Two-way video at various library systems On campus: SRC2636 (The library)
An exploration of library circulation responsibilities, including check-out, check in, reserves, shelf maintenance, interlibrary loan, and effective interaction with others. Automated circulation systems emphasized. Prerequisite: Library Technology 101. (4 credit hours)
LTA 220 Audio-Visual Services
Day: Internet	Time: Self study via internet				Course Code: 17390	Place : Internet
An examination of basic audio-visual equipment and software systems employed in the communications process. Emphasis given to gaining hands-on experience through operation of various equipment and systems, culminating in a Media Portfolio. (2 credit hours) Instructor: Carol Thompson

LTA 281 & 282: LTA Field Experience & LTA Field Experience Consultation Seminars
Day: LTA 281: 99 hours in a library LTA 282: Five Wednesdays (9/24, 10/15, 11/5, 11/19, 12/10/03)	Time: LTA 281: 99 hours in a library LTA 282: 9/24 9:00am-11:30am 10/15, 11/5, 11/19 & 12/10 9:00am-1:00pm	Course Codes: LTA 281: 11350 LTA 282: 11351 (Concurrent enrollment)
An opportunity to gain practical work experience in a library and career development supervision. Prerequisite: All LTA core courses. Program approval required for registration. Contact Linda Slusar, LTA Coordinator for details. (LTA 281: 2 credit hours; LTA 282: 3 credit hours)