Library and Information Science

The gradual spread of the concept of democracy, the expansion of education, the intensification of research activities, and the rapid increase in production of recorded knowledge, have led to the expansion of libraries and the development of their services. A public library is an important element in the life of a community and is an indispensable part of an educational institution, school, college or University.

Librarianship is a growing field, which has by now attained the status of a separate discipline in the universe of knowledge. It presents challenges and interesting situations to library personnel. The management of these libraries needs persons with good academic and professional qualifications. Library work is primarily a social service, and therefore, needs young men and women with a sense of dedication and a spirit of service.

Duration: 1year/2 Semesters

Eligibility: Candidate with at least 45% marks either in the bachelor’s degree or in the master degree.

Bachelor of Library and Information Sciences (B.L.I.Sc.)

Semester I

Code Course Name

LIS 101 Classification theory

LIS 102 Classification practice

LIS 103 Cataloguing theory

LIS 104 Cataloguing practice

LIS 105 Libraries and Society

LIS 106 Practical and Viva Voice

Semester II

LIS 107 Reference service and sources

LIS 108 Documentation

LIS 109 Library Management

LIS 110 Library Automation theory (written)

LIS 111 Library Automation Practice (Lab Based)

LIS 112 Practical and Viva-voice Records/Projects of modules 1-5