Information Resources - Core Courses
IR301 Introduction to Information Resource Studies (3 hours)
An overview of the information resource studies field, including a designation of the areas of study, the impact of information and technology on society, and the role of the information professional. Ethical and legal issues will be examined, as well as the student's philosophical and professional aptitudes for the field.
IR302 Information Use in Today's Society (3 hours)
The impact of culture and other social differences on individual use of information is studied, along with theories of learning and information use. Examines our information society and how information is created, recorded, mass produced, disseminated, and used by individuals and groups.
IR410 Introduction to Information Sources and Services (3 hours)
A study of the processes necessary to select, acquire, and use appropriate information sources. An overview of administration of information services.
IR470 Practicum in IRS (3 hours)
A supervised field experience with seminars. Students will secure, in coordination with the instructor, placement in an organization with the opportunity to provide information service to individuals and groups.
Last Updated March 17, 2006