Developing Skills for Future Careers In Librarianship

Topics to be covered:

Definition of a library

Public or user services

• Reference using printed/and electronic resources
• Databases
• CD-ROM
• Research
• Circulation of books and library materials

Technical Services

• Acquisitions
• Book processing
• Classification/cataloguing using the Dewey Decimal Classification System
• Newspaper clippings/vertical file

Areas of Skill and Concentration

• Projects a positive and pleasant attitude to the public and cooperates and maintains an effective relationship with other staff members as part of a team.
• Shelves library materials.
• Locates requested items.
• Puts books in order on shelves
• Assists staff with checking materials for damage and removing them from the shelves.
• Stamps and pockets new materials for circulation.
• Stamps date due cards.
• Adheres to library policies and procedures.
• Performs any other tasks as requested.