Required Courses
LS 211 Introduction to Library and Information Science 3 (3-0-6)
Definition, scope and development of library and information science. Information System. Systems and services of libraries and information centers. Influences of individuals and institution on library and information science development. Profession and education in library and information science. Ethics and standards in library and information science. Field trip.
LS 212 Introduction to Information Technology 3 (3-0-6)
Definition, scope and influences of information technology in libraries and information centers. Computer systems, telecommunication systems, computer networks and multimedia technology are included.
LS 231 Information Resources Development 3 (3-0-6)
prerequisite : LS 211
Definition and types of information resources. Selection, acquisition, valuation and weeding of information resources. Technology and collaboration in information resources development.
LS 241 Classification of Information Resources 1 3 (2-3-4)
The objectives, uses and general principles of the classification of information resources. Study and practice analyzing Dewey Decimal Classification System, book numbers and subject headings in Thai and English.
prerequisite : LS 241
The objectives and uses of the cataloging of information resources. Principles of various cataloging of information . Emphasis on cataloging of English books and input cataloging data sheets and computers. Producing and filing information resources.
LS 251 General Reference Resources 3 (2-3-4)
prerequisite : LS 211
Importance of reference resources. Types and characteristics. Selection principles and tools. Significant general reference titles. Techniques in using reference resources. Reference book publishers. Basic reference services in libraries. Additional reference tools produced by libraries. Modern technology for reference services.
LS 324 Introduction to Research Methodology for Librarians 3 (3-0-6)
prerequisite : LS 211
Introduction to research methods for library and information science. Fundamental statistics for library and information research.
LS 343 Cataloging of Information Resources 2 3 (2-3-4)
prerequisite : LS 242
Duties and responsibilities of the Catalog Department. Tools and cataloging rules for books and other information resources, emphasis on cataloging practices of various categories of Thai books. General principles of main Entries. Types of library catalog, procedure of input cataloging data in computers. Reproducing catalogs and filing.
LS 344 Information Storage and Retrieval 3 (3-0-6)
prerequisite : LS 212
Definition and process of information storage and retrieval. Basic concepts and technologies that are used in information storage and retrieval. Search strategies and information retrieval evaluation.
LS 361 Library Organization and Administration 3 (3-0-6)
Principles of administration. Library organization, planning and setting up of libraries. Library personnel. Library finance. Library buildings, equipment and supplies. Library public relations. Statistical records and reports. Library standards. Field trip.
LS 371 Information Services and Dissemination 3 (3-0-6)
prerequisite : LS 212
Definition, objectives and types of information services and dissemination. Information services management and planning. Ethical issues in information services and dissemination. Principles, methods and evaluation of information services. Innovation in information services and dissemination.
LS 491 Libraries and Information Centers Practice Work 4 (0-12-0)
prerequisite : pass level 200 and 300 of required courses with minimum grade of C.
Practical training in technical work and information services. A minimum of 210 practice hours are required of each student. Reports required. Selection can be made to practice in any information service sources with consent of the department.
Elective Courses
LS 215 Website Creation and Development 3 (3-0-6)
Basic knowledge about web technology, markup languages, web design for libraries and information centers, web publishing, web evaluation, and legal issues relating to websites.
LS 216 Information and Thai Society 3 (3-0-6)
Definition and importance of information. Information and technology literacy. Information and knowledge about society. Learning culture and development of learning culture. Role of information institutions. Information work development in the Thai social context.
LS 217 Information Literacy 1 3 (3-0-6)
Don't count credits for Library and Information Science Major or Minor Students.
Importance of information on education. Information media from traditional to digital formats. Information sources including digital sources. Methods and technologies for information access and retrieval. Criteria for information sources evaluation.
LS 218 Information Literacy 2 3 (3-0-6)
prerequisite : LS 217
Don't count credits for Library and Information Science Major or Minor Students.
Principles of selecting and gathering information from various sources. Citation styles. Database creation for self study and research. Information presentation. Ethics and regulations in information use.
LS 226 Development of Libraries and Information Centers 3 (3-0-6)
Development of libraries and information centers in Thailand and abroad. The factors and results of working in Libraries and information centers from the past to the future. Field trip.
LS 319 Office Management 3 (3-0-6)
Office management and personnel administration. Administration of clerical work, finance, office supplies, and secretarial work. Government and business correspondence. Field trip.
LS 327 Books and Printing 3 (3-0-6)
History and development of the alphabet and books from the earliest times to the present. Famous manuscripts. History and development of the press. Printing material and technology. Publishing procedures. Types and scope of printers and publishers. Government regulations in printing. Social and cultural influences on production and distribution of publications. Field trip.
Using the spreadsheet program such as chart, formula, functions, fundamental of statistics and usning the database
management systems such as creating of database, tables, forms, queries and reports. Apply with library and information
center practices.
Using image editing program and vector graphics editor program. Apply with library and information center practices.
LS 345 Bibliographies, Indexes and Abstracts 3 (3-0-6)
prerequisite : LS 212
Definition, objectives and types of bibliographies, indexes and abstracts. Role of bibliographies, indexes and abstracts in information storage and retrieval systems. Principles and processes in bibliographic record construction, indexing and abstracting. Services and dissemination of bibliographies, indexing and abstracts.
LS 346 Classification of Information Resources 2 3 (3-0-6)
prerequisite : LS 241
Analysis of the classification system especially The Library of Congress Classification System. How to use the Library of Congress Subject Headings, including LC book numbers.
LS 357 Information Resources in Science and Technology 3 (3-0-6)
prerequisite : LS 251
Definition and scope of science and technology. Significant information resources, including reference materials. Selection principles. Information sources and services. Influences of individuals and institutions on the development of these subjects. Field trip.
LS 358 Information Resources in Humanities and Social Sciences 3 (3-0-6)
prerequisite : LS 251
Definition and scope of the humanities and social science. Significant information resources, including reference materials. Selection principles. Information sources and services. Influences of individuals and institutions on the development of these subjects. Field trip.
LS 359 Information Resources for Children and Adolescents 3 (3-0-6)
Printed information resources for children and adolescents. Definition, and development, types of information resources or children and adolescents. Reading interest and needs of children and adolescents. Reading promotion and guidance. Significant Thai and foreign authors and illustrators in the past and the present. Selection principles and tools. Publishers. Influences of organizations and institutions regarding production. Trends in production and marketing of information resources for children and adolescents. Field trip.
LS 377 Information Services and Dissemination for Special Groups 3 (3-0-6)
prerequisite : LS 212
Basic knowledge about special groups, services and information management for special groups, ethical issues in information services and assessment of service quality.
LS 385 Serial Publications in Libraries and Information Centers 3 (3-0-6)
prerequisite : LS 211
Definition and importance of serial publications both in printed and electronic format. Selection, acquisition, services and dissemination of serial publications. Technology and collaboration in serials working.
prerequisite : LS 324
Conducting a research project by using pervious knowledge and experience in library and information science.
Research report must be presented.
LS 445 Computer Programming for Information Professionals 3 (2-3-4)
prerequisite : LS 212
Variables, constants, operators and expressions, selection commands, loop commands, subprograms. Applying with one computer programming language
LS 446 Fundamentals of Database Management for Libraries and Information Centers 3 (2-3-4)
prerequisite : LS 212
Meaning of database, database structure, database model, database design, normalization, data integrity, database concurrency control, backup and recovery, and database security.
LS 447 Cataloging of Audio-Visual Materials and Electronic Media 3 (3-0-6)
prerequisite : LS 242
Significant characteristics and cataloging of various types of audio-visual materials and electronic media. Theory and practice of making catalogs using Anglo-American Cataloging Rules II.
LS 449 Computer Network Technology for Libraries and Information Centers 3 (3-0-6)
prerequisite : LS 212
Using computer networks for intercommunication between people and information service organizations. Information sources on global networks. Trends of computer network technology. Field trip.
Introduction to major ideas of the knowledge management, knowledge repositories and technologies that can be utilized in
the knowledge management system. The applications of knowledge management (KM) for library and information center practices.
LS 466 Organization and Administration of Public Libraries and School Libraries 3 (3-0-6)
prerequisite : LS 361
Definition, development and standards of public libraries and school libraries in Thailand and abroad. Purposes, administration principles and procedures. Building, finance, resources, services, activities, personnel and library committees. Promotion of library use for study, teaching, reading and improving quality of life in community and society. Field trip.
LS 467 Organization and Administration of Special Libraries and Academic Libraries 3 (3-0-6)
prerequisite : LS 361
Definition, types, development and standards of special libraries and academic libraries in Thailand and abroad. Procedure in policy, planning, budget, uses, collection, services, personnel and library committee. Field trip.
LS 476 User Studies 3 (3-0-6)
prerequisite : LS 211
Definition and scope of user studies. Principles and methods of user studies. Application of user studies results in information works.
LS 487 Archival Materials and Government Information Resources 3 (3-0-6)
History, significance and characteristics of archival materials. Significant archives. Storage, retrieval and preservation. Characteristics, types and significances of government information resources. Sources, acquisition, storage and services. Field trip.
Department of Library Science, Faculty of Liberal Arts, Thammasat University
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