Library Information Studies LIS

4 courses · Berkeley City College · 2026-2027 Catalog

Classes: Fall 2026

LIS 85 Introduction to Information Resources

Units: 2
Hours: 2 hours lecture
Transfers to: CSU, UC

Introduction to the basic concepts and tools used in information research: Emphasis on how to develop a research topic, find, locate, evaluate and use information; search strategies for print and online resources including reference books, catalogs, indexes, specialized databases and the Internet.

Offered: Fall 2026 (1 section)

LIS 511 Research Skills I

Units: 0
Hours: .172 hours lecture

Introduction to research: Information literacy skills, research process, topic selection and development, and overview of appropriate information sources.

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.

LIS 512 Research Skills II

Units: 0
Hours: .172 hours lecture
Advisory: LIS 511

Continuation of LIS 511: Identifying search terms, locating information sources, and evaluating information sources.

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.

LIS 513 Research Skills III

Units: 0
Hours: .172 hours lecture
Advisory: LIS 512 and LIS 511

Continuation of LIS 512: Presenting research and data, citations, and academic integrity.

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.

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