INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY FOR LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SERVICES

Course Code:

MSC 7107

Course Credit Units:

3

Semester:

Semester 1

Year of Study:

Year 1

Undergraduate or Graduate Level:

Graduate Level

Academic Programs:

Master Of Science (Information Science)

College:

College of Computing and Information Sciences

School:

East African School of Library and Information Science (EASLIS)

Department:

Library and Information Science

Course Discipline:

Information Technology

Course Description & Objectives:

Computer and communication technologies are key features in information management for data capture, storage, processing, retrieval and dissemination. Thus, training at senior level is required to enable learners understand ICTs and their application in information management. Objective:

To enable learners acquire knowledge that leads to understanding of Information and communication technologies and its application in information management.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be expected to:

Develop an understanding of the range of Information and Communication Technologies applicable in information work
Explain the development and applications of ICTs for information management
Demonstrate the ability to apply ICTs in information Management