Frequently Asked Questions
About the Library and Information Technology Program at College
of DuPage
1. Do I have to be accepted into the Library and Information Technology program?
No. Classes at College of DuPage are open to anyone who
is a high school graduate or is at least 18 years of age. Students
in the Library and Information Technology
program do not need any previous library experience. Once you begin
taking classes you will be amazed at the wide variety of educational
and professional backgrounds of your fellow students. Some have a
lifetime of experiences in many fields, and some are just beginning.
The Library and Information Technology program welcomes all interested students.
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2.
How do I register?
First, check the registration
web site.
If you live in the College’s district, you will receive the
Class Schedule through the mail. If you do not live within
the C.O.D. district, call Admissions at (630) 942-2482 to request
one.
It is
important to read the Class Schedule thoroughly; it will
tell you how to register and provide you with information about
C.O.D. policies.
If you have never taken a class at C.O.D., contact the Registration
Office at (630) 942-2377. You may register in person in room SRC
2048, mail in the registration form from the Class Schedule, or
register by phone with an operator at (630) 942-3555. Returning
students may
use the phone self-registration system at (630) 942-3555 (using
the PIN number from their registration letter). You may also register
online. To register you will
need the five-digit course code for the desired class and your
Social
Security number (which is your student identification number).
3.
Do I have to take Library and Information Technology 1101?
Yes, all Library and Information Technology students must take Library and Information Technology 1101 “Introduction to Libraries
in the Information Age” if they want to complete the program
and receive a certificate or a degree. This course is the prerequisite
for all other Library and Information Technology courses. It provides the necessary introduction
to libraries and library materials. Students who have not been in
a classroom recently will appreciate “Introduction to Libraries
in the Information Age” as a reintroduction to debates, discussion,
research, writing, and giving presentations to a class. Students
with previous library experience may ask the Library and Information Technology Program Coordinator
for a permit that will allow them to take another class first.
4.
Must I take the courses in any specific order?
Library and Information Technology 1101, or the coordinator’s permission, is a prerequisite
for all courses. A student must complete all nine Library and Information Technology courses, or
have only one left and the coordinator’s permission before
taking Library and Information Technology 2600 Library Practicum.
5.
Can I take more than one class during a semester?
Yes. If you would like to take Library and Information Technology 1101 and another Library and Information Technology class
during your first semester, you will need a permit from the
Coordinator
to get into the second Library and Information Technology class. C.O.D. requires that any student
wishing to register for 20 or more credits per quarter must have
written permission from a counselor or Dean of their academic area.
Given these limits, you may take as many classes as your schedule
will bear.
6.
How many credits must I complete?
The Library and Information Technology certificate requires
31 credits: which includes all nine classes the program offers.
An Associate in Applied Science degree
in Library and Information Technology requires 64-66 semester credits.
These include 31 credits in the Library and Information Technology
program, 18-22 general education credits
and 15 credits from electives. For information about options in
the Associate's degree program, contact Linda Slusar at (630)
942-2597 or via
e-mail.
7.
How long does it take to complete the program?
If you only took one Library and Information Technology class a semester, it would take
about 21⁄2
years to complete the Library and Information Technology Certificate. There is no time limit for
completion of the program.
8.
What if I already have a degree?
About half of the students enrolled in the program have
a Bachelor’s
degree. A few have Master’s degrees. A student with a degree
will still find the program challenging and interesting.
9.
What are “Selected Topics”?
Library and Information Technology 1820 courses are “Selected Topics in Librarianship.” They
are offered on an irregular basis and cover a wide variety of subjects.
Each student must take one selected topic. Some examples are: “Information
Literacy,” “Internet and Online Services in the Library,” and
the teleconference series “Soaring to Excellence.” Many
students who have completed the program continue taking Library and Information Technology 1820
courses for their own interest.
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