Library & Information Science Technology Program
The Associate of Applied Science in Library & Information Science Technology has the primary objective of providing an educated workforce for the libraries and information centers of today's changing information society and vigorous preparation for those who choose to explore career options in libraries and information centers as paraprofessionals. Many students seek training and lifelong learning skills to work in library and information centers without undertaking the rigors and expenses of the full graduate-degree programs required of librarians. This AAS program meets the increased needs of Georgia for a trained and educated workforce ready to serve both the metropolitan and rural libraries and information centers of the state.
The curriculum combines the University System of Georgia core curriculum and a broad-based blend of technology and business offerings. The design of the LIST curriculum conforms to the Criteria for Programs to Prepare Library Technical Assistants (1998), a document that was accepted by the Committee on Education of the American Library Association. Special characteristics of the curriculum include internships with local libraries, which will serve to develop practical skill applications in a work environment.
The Associate degree track requires 22 credit hours for completion. Students take the traditional college curriculum in humanities, social sciences, natural and/or physical sciences, business and math. Students may take courses in Library and Information Science Technology either in conjunction with this general course of study or at it’s completion. The LIST courses provide basic information ranging from the history of books and libraries to advanced courses in cataloging, computer applications in libraries, services to children and youth or specific types of libraries (public, academic, special, school).
The Certificate in Library and Information Science Technology requires 18 credit hours of study. Twelve of these credit hours are core courses and six are electives. This track is intended for students who already possess an Associate (or higher) degree of presently work in libraries and see additional education and training. Completion of discipline-specific coursework and an internship are required.
The application deadline is April 1 for the summer 2009 term and July 1 for the fall 2009 term.
Georgia Perimeter College, the third largest institution of the University System of Georgia, nearly 23,000 students through four campuses and several sites in metro Atlanta.