Course Description
POST GRADUATE IN LIBRARY NETWORKING
The Department of Library & Information Science please to announce ONE YEAR PG Course in Library Networking.
It is a matter of pride and pleasure that, The DLIS of Sardar Patel University, Vallabh Vidyanagar has been selected by the Government of Gujarat to start a new course from next academic year 2009-2010.
Looking to electronic proliferation in entire library activity, it is an acute need for the upcoming library professionals to be prepared with not only the basic skills of library operations but with various soft skills also.
Besides of Digital Library, Library Networking is such soft skill that is essentially required in all young generation of library professionals. This course will be an opportunity for the library professionals those who want to shape their prospective future in the field.
STRUCTURE:
Duration: One Year (Two Semesters)
Fees: 14,100/- Per Semester
Intake: 10
Eligibility: M.L.I.Sc. Or Equivalent
Admission will be based on performance in common entrance test conducted for this purpose and merits of LIS Degree
Last Date for submission of Admission form: 8th June, 2009.
Common Entrance Test will be held on 20th June, 2009 at DLIS, S.P.University,
Vallabh Vidyanagar.
Common Entrance Test Fee: Rs.200/-
Contact: Department of Library & Information Science,
Sardar Patel University, Vallabh Vidyanagar- PIN 388 120
Phone (02692) 226880 E-Mail ID: dlispu_25@yahoo.co.in
About the Course
<!--[if !supportLists]-->v <!--[endif]-->About the Course
In keeping with the demand for skill development in Library and Information Science with the application of DLISc, S.P. University has developed a one years Post Graduate in Library Networking, a specialized course in Library and Information Science which will be offered from June 2009.
The programme aims at developing professional competence of the Library and Information Professionals in an automated and networked environment. The programme will provide practical exposure to enhance technological skills of the learners for independently developing or managing a computerized library and Library Networking LAN and WAN.
Objective of the Course
To access global electronic information with high precision in a cost-effective manner.
To initiate, improve and coordinate automation and networking activities of a library
<!--[if !supportLists]-->c. <!--[endif]-->To solve minor problems before arrival of experts (This is like giving first aid in an emergency before a doctor arrives.)
<!--[if !supportLists]-->d. <!--[endif]-->To organize the global content as required by local needs with suitable value addition.
<!--[if !supportLists]-->e. <!--[endif]-->To talk sensibly with computer personnel and state the users' need and assess their work.
To groom himself/herself to think globally and act locally with a new mindset.
Syllabus
Department of Library and Information Science
Post Graduate in Library Networking
(PGLN)
Syllabus
LN-01 Foundation, Administration and Management of Library and Information Network
<!--[if !supportLists]-->Unit-1 <!--[endif]-->Library and Information Centre as a system
<!--[if !supportLists]-->a. <!--[endif]-->Traditional Library
<!--[if !supportLists]-->b. <!--[endif]-->Modern Library- Automated
<!--[if !supportLists]-->c. <!--[endif]-->Information Centre
<!--[if !supportLists]-->Unit-2 <!--[endif]-->History and Development of Library and Information Network- National and International
<!--[if !supportLists]-->Unit-3 <!--[endif]-->IPR- Digital Rights
<!--[if !supportLists]-->Unit-4 <!--[endif]-->DAM (Digital Asset Management)
<!--[if !supportLists]-->Unit-5 <!--[endif]-->Cost issues and Funding Sources
<!--[if !supportLists]-->Unit-6 <!--[endif]-->HRM and HRD
<!--[if !supportLists]-->Unit-7 <!--[endif]-->Planning and Design- System Analysis
LN-02 Network Technology (Theory and Practice)
<!--[if !supportLists]-->Unit-1 <!--[endif]-->Basic
<!--[if !supportLists]-->a. <!--[endif]-->Introduction to computer Network- LAN, MAN, WAN, Wireless Network, Internet
<!--[if !supportLists]-->b. <!--[endif]-->Use of Computer Networks- Business Applications, Home Applications and Mobile Applications
<!--[if !supportLists]-->c. <!--[endif]-->Components- Transmission media connecting Devices
<!--[if !supportLists]-->d. <!--[endif]-->The OSI Model
<!--[if !supportLists]-->e. <!--[endif]-->Addressing- Physical Addresses, Logical Addresses, Port Addresses, Specific Addresses
<!--[if !supportLists]-->f. <!--[endif]-->Data communication concepts and techniques in a layered architecture
<!--[if !supportLists]-->g. <!--[endif]-->Network topologies – Computer Network
<!--[if !supportLists]-->a. <!--[endif]-->Switching techniques
<!--[if !supportLists]-->b. <!--[endif]-->Multiplexing and Concentration
<!--[if !supportLists]-->c. <!--[endif]-->Synchronous and Asynchronous transmission
<!--[if !supportLists]-->d. <!--[endif]-->Basic concept- Bandwidth, Data rat, Spectrum
<!--[if !supportLists]-->e. <!--[endif]-->Routing, Gateway, Switching, Router, Hubs, Wireless Transmission Media
<!--[if !supportLists]-->h. <!--[endif]-->Network protocols
<!--[if !supportLists]-->i. <!--[endif]-->Network configuration and management
<!--[if !supportLists]-->j. <!--[endif]-->Client-server architecture
<!--[if !supportLists]-->k. <!--[endif]-->Peer-to-peer applications
<!--[if !supportLists]-->Unit-2 <!--[endif]-->Network and the Internet
<!--[if !supportLists]-->a. <!--[endif]-->Concept of computer network
<!--[if !supportLists]-->b. <!--[endif]-->The Internet
<!--[if !supportLists]-->c. <!--[endif]-->Services of the Internet – Wikis, Blog, Social Networking
<!--[if !supportLists]-->d. <!--[endif]-->Ways to connect to the Internet
<!--[if !supportLists]-->e. <!--[endif]-->Security threats
<!--[if !supportLists]-->f. <!--[endif]-->DNS
<!--[if !supportLists]-->Unit-3 <!--[endif]-->Network Server
<!--[if !supportLists]-->a. <!--[endif]-->Web Server
<!--[if !supportLists]-->b. <!--[endif]-->Proxy Server
<!--[if !supportLists]-->c. <!--[endif]-->Web container
<!--[if !supportLists]-->d. <!--[endif]-->Mail Server
Practical
<!--[if !supportLists]-->e. <!--[endif]-->Creation of User
<!--[if !supportLists]-->f. <!--[endif]-->Server Management
<!--[if !supportLists]-->g. <!--[endif]-->Giving rights
LN-03 Digital Technology (Theory and Practice)
<!--[if !supportLists]-->Unit-1 <!--[endif]-->Introduction
<!--[if !supportLists]-->Unit-2 <!--[endif]-->Hardware-Software for Digital Technology
<!--[if !supportLists]-->Unit-3 <!--[endif]-->Mechanisms of Digitization
<!--[if !supportLists]-->Unit-4 <!--[endif]-->Storage and Access of Digital Materials
<!--[if !supportLists]-->a. <!--[endif]-->EPRINT
<!--[if !supportLists]-->b. <!--[endif]-->DSPACE
<!--[if !supportLists]-->c. <!--[endif]-->Greenstone
<!--[if !supportLists]-->Unit-5 <!--[endif]-->Standard Backup Practices
<!--[if !supportLists]-->Unit-6 <!--[endif]-->Content Development and Management
<!--[if !supportLists]-->a. <!--[endif]-->Types of Content
<!--[if !supportLists]-->b. <!--[endif]-->Understanding the Users Need
<!--[if !supportLists]-->c. <!--[endif]-->Planning of Content
<!--[if !supportLists]-->d. <!--[endif]-->Content of Information : Identification and Verification of Information Sources- Human Resources, Institutional Resources, Documentary Resources.
<!--[if !supportLists]-->e. <!--[endif]-->Digital Content Conversion Format : Scanning and OCR, Image Editing Software
LN-04 Project
1.Library Websites
2.Case studies and Modern Trends
