110  Library Orientation                                0 credit hours

S. P. Austin

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

The course begins with an introduction to the library: its layout, policies, and computer catalogue.  Students take quizzes in order to familiarise themselves with the library classification scheme and its main subject areas.  Later on they are asked to read, and take notes on, a number of short articles.  Each article is discussed in the class and its main thesis identified.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

To acquaint the student with the layout and organisation of the library. To introduce the student to the most helpful reference works, particularly in the fields of Bible and theology. To develop reading and note-taking skills. To give practice in writing bibliographies.