ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE, LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SERVICES
Library and Information Services, Associate of Applied Science Degree
Brief Program Introduction
The Library and Information Services (LiS) program offers an online AAS degree for library support staff and paraprofessionals who wish to start their career as a library staff member or who wish to further their career development. Students are trained to work in all areas of library service. The program gives students exposure to a broad range of theory and practice common in most libraries. Library science classes are online classes. Electives for the AAS degree program can be taken online or in a traditional classroom. Students engage in online learning and are required to take work experience/internship classes to reinforce hands-on training.
In the AAS Educational Paraeducator School Library Media Technician emphasis degree, students can seek employment as paraprofessionals in the classroom or as K-12 library staff. Consult the Education Paraeducator degree program for more information.
Career Opportunities
The number of library staff positions will vary widely based on location. More positions are likely to be available in large public, college, and university libraries. However, placement opportunities also exist in smaller libraries such as school, rural, and special libraries. Population, school and college enrollment growth, and expansion of library services are all factors influencing the demand for library paraprofessionals. Library support staff are performing many of the routine tasks formerly done by the professional staff. In addition to openings created by growth, library technicians, clerks, associates and other support staff will be needed annually to replace those who retire or transfer to other fields.
Typical Student Schedule.
First Quarter (Fall)
| LMLIB 100 | Introduction to Library Organizations and Careers | 3 |
| LMLIB 115 | Library Organization and Collections | 5 |
| Communication Skills Elective (BT 107, CMST& 101 or ENGL& 101) | 5 | |
| Total Credits | 13 |
- 90 credits are required for the Associate in Applied Science.
- You must select two courses for a total of 10 credits in the Communication Skills Electives tab.
- Consult the official LiS AAS degree page for course information and degree requirements.
- If you are interested in just taking courses toward the ALA Library Support Staff Certification, talk with your advisor.
Class Search and Course Descriptions
Disclaimer: The college cannot guarantee courses will be offered in the quarters indicated. During the period this guide is in circulation, there may be curriculum revisions and program changes. Students are responsible for consulting the appropriate academic unit or adviser for more current and specific information. The information in this guide is subject to change and does not constitute an agreement between the college and the student.
Second Quarter (Winter)
| LMLIB 116 | Circulation Systems and Access Services | 5 |
| LMLIB 125 | School Libraries and Media Centers | 5 |
| Approved Elective(s) (any approved class by LiS advisor is appropriate, contact Paula Swan)* | 3 | |
| Computer Skills Elective (MMGT 125, 126, 128, ANY CAPPS class, or BT 101 or BT 106), or contact Paula Swan)* | 2 | |
| Total Credits | 15 |
- 90 credits are required for the Associate in Applied Science.
- Students may select elective courses from the Approved Electives list in order to reach the minimum required program credits. Approved electives include courses, in ASL, BT, CAPPS, ECED, EDUC, ENGL&111, HLTH174, IS, LMLIB, MMGT223, and SPAN. Please see department for complete list.
- Select courses from Computer Skills Electives for a total of 7 credits.
Class Search and Course Descriptions
Disclaimer: The college cannot guarantee courses will be offered in the quarters indicated. During the period this guide is in circulation, there may be curriculum revisions and program changes. Students are responsible for consulting the appropriate academic unit or adviser for more current and specific information. The information in this guide is subject to change and does not constitute an agreement between the college and the student.
Third Quarter (Spring)
| LMLIB 117 | Library Outreach and Services for Diverse Communities | 5 |
| LMLIB 135 | Children's Literature and Library Services | 5 |
| Communication Skills Elective (BT 272, ENGL& 102, or ENGL& 235) | 5 | |
| Total Credits | 15 |
- 90 credits are required for the Associate in Applied Science
- You must select two courses for a total of 10 credits in the Communication Skills Electives tab.
Class Search and Course Descriptions
Disclaimer: The college cannot guarantee courses will be offered in the quarters indicated. During the period this guide is in circulation, there may be curriculum revisions and program changes. Students are responsible for consulting the appropriate academic unit or adviser for more current and specific information. The information in this guide is subject to change and does not constitute an agreement between the college and the student.
Fourth Quarter (Fall)
| Leadership Skills/Human Relations Elective (BUS 280, CMST&210, MMGT 101, 231, PSYC&100, or SOC& 101) | 5 | |
| Computation Skills Elective (ACCT 140, BUS 123 or any MATH) | 5 | |
| Computer Skills Elective(s) (Any CAPPS, BT 101, BT 106 or MMGT 125, 126, 128) | 5 | |
| Total Credits | 15 |
- 90 credits are required for the Associate in Applied Science
- Students may substitute EDUC&115 for EDUC& 204: Exceptional Child OR PSYC& 200 Lifespan Psychology.
- Select one course for a total of 5 credits in Computation Skills. Any online MATH course may be substituted.
- Select courses from Computer Skills Electives for a total of 7 credits.
Class Search and Course Descriptions
Disclaimer: The college cannot guarantee courses will be offered in the quarters indicated. During the period this guide is in circulation, there may be curriculum revisions and program changes. Students are responsible for consulting the appropriate academic unit or adviser for more current and specific information. The information in this guide is subject to change and does not constitute an agreement between the college and the student.
Fifth Quarter (Winter)
| LMLIB 126 | Library Technology and Services for Educational Support | 3 |
| LMLIB 220 | Technical Services and Cataloging | 5 |
| Approved Elective(s) | 3 | |
|
EDUC& 115 or approved substitution |
Child Development (or EDUC& 204 or PSYC& 100 or PSYC& 200) | 5 |
| Total Credits | 16 |
- 90 credits are required for the Associate in Applied Science
- Students may select elective courses from the Approved Electives list in order to reach the minimum required program credits. Approved electives include courses, in ASL, BT, CAPPS, ECED, EDUC, ENGL&111, HLTH174, IS, LMLIB, MMGT223, and SPAN. Please see department for complete list.
- Student may select courses from the Leadership Skills/Human Relations Electives tab.
Class Search and Course Descriptions
Disclaimer: The college cannot guarantee courses will be offered in the quarters indicated. During the period this guide is in circulation, there may be curriculum revisions and program changes. Students are responsible for consulting the appropriate academic unit or adviser for more current and specific information. The information in this guide is subject to change and does not constitute an agreement between the college and the student.
Sixth Quarter (Spring)
| LMLIB 222 | Reference and Information Services | 5 |
| LMLIB 224 | Research Topics and Projects in Library Service or BT 160 or approved substitution* | 3 |
| LMLIB 281 | Library Paraprofessional Practicum (can be taken any quarter, including summer) | 3 |
| Approved Elective(s)* | 5 | |
| Total Credits | 16 |
- 90 credits are required for the Associate in Applied Science
- Students may substitute LMLIB 224 for BT 160: Job Preparation Techniques. LMLIB 224 provides the opportunity to further research a library services related topic of interest to the student or students can focus on Special Collections and Archives.
- Students are required to take 3 credits of LMLIB 281 by the 6th quarter (or in any other quarter with instructor permission).
- Students may select elective courses from the Approved Electives list in order to reach the minimum required program credits. Approved electives include courses, in ASL, BT, CAPPS, ECED, EDUC, ENGL&111, HLTH174, IS, LMLIB, MMGT223, and SPAN. Please see department for complete list.
Class Search and Course Descriptions
Disclaimer: The college cannot guarantee courses will be offered in the quarters indicated. During the period this guide is in circulation, there may be curriculum revisions and program changes. Students are responsible for consulting the appropriate academic unit or adviser for more current and specific information. The information in this guide is subject to change and does not constitute an agreement between the college and the student.
Communication Skills Electives
| BT 107 | Business Communication | 5 |
| BT 272 | Business Correspondence | 5 |
| CMST& 101 | Introduction to Communication | 5 |
| ENGL& 101 | English Composition I | 5 |
| ENGL& 102 | Composition II | 5 |
| ENGL& 235 | Technical Writing | 5 |
- 90 credits are required for the Associate in Applied Science
- You must select two courses for a total of 10 credits in the Communication Skills Electives tab.
Class Search and Course Descriptions
Computation Skills Electives
| ACCT 140 | QuickBooks | 5 |
| BUS 123 | Practical Business Math Applications | 5 |
| MATH& 107 | Math in Society | 5 |
- 90 credits are required for the Associate in Applied Science
- Select one course for a total of 5 credits in Computation Skills. Any online MATH course may be substituted.
Class Search and Course Descriptions
Computer Skills Electives
| BT 101 | Keyboarding | 5 |
| CAPPS 102 | Introduction to Office | 1 |
| CAPPS 141 | Word I | 2 |
| CAPPS 151 | Excel I | 2 |
| CAPPS 161 | Access I | 2 |
| CAPPS 171 | PowerPoint I | 2 |
| CAPPS 180 | Outlook | 2 |
| GENST 108 | Learning for the 21st Century | 5 |
| IS 120 | Business Computer Use | 3 |
| IS 160 | Internet Fundamentals | 1 |
| MMGT 125 | Social Media Marketing | 5 |
- 90 credits are required for the Associate in Applied Science
- Select courses from Computer Skills Electives for a total of 7 credits.
Class Search and Course Descriptions
Leadership Skills/Human Relations Electives
| BUS 280 | Human Relations in Business | 5 |
| CMST& 210 | Interpersonal Communication | 5 |
| MMGT 101 | Principles of Management | 5 |
| MMGT 231 | Human Resource Management | 5 |
| PSYC& 100 | General Psychology | 5 |
| SOC& 101 | Intro to Sociology | 5 |
- 90 credits are required for the Associate in Applied Science
Class Search and Course Descriptions