SU LMS

Library Automation Systems (LISC-6215)

Course Objectives

To develop an understanding about library automation, its benefits and challenges.
To develop an understanding about the library automation software’s, their modules and key operations.
To give an overview about the different types of library automation systems/software’s.
To demonstrate how different library software’s operate in an automated environment.
To give an understanding about library software standards including MARC and Z39.50 protocol.

Course Contents

Introduction to Library Automation

Introduction to Library Automation Software’s

Integrated Library Management Systems (ILMS)

Criteria for Selection/Evaluation of Library Software

Databases and Database Management Systems (DBMS)

Computer Networks and Networking

Digital Library Software’s

MARC and Z39.50 Protocol

RFID Technology

Library OPACs

Software Vendors

Purchasing of Library Automation Software

Automation and Libraries

Challenges of Automation in Libraries of Pakistan

LIMS Automation Software (Hands-on Practice)

INSIGNIA Library Automation Software (Practical Demonstration)

Recommended Readings

Brown-Syed, C. (2011). Parents of Invention: The Development of Library Automation Systems in the Late 20th Century: The Development of Library Automation Systems in the Late 20th Century. ABC-CLIO.
Bilal, D. (2014). Library Automation: Core Concepts and Practical Systems Analysis: Core Concepts and Practical Systems Analysis. ABC-CLIO.
Ghante, P. B., & Yakkaldevi, A. (2014). Library automation. Laxmi Book Publications.