Library Technology
7 courses · Palomar College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
LT 100 Introduction to Libraries and Information Services
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3.00 hours lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU
Covers the role of Library/Media Technicians (LMTs) in meeting information needs of diverse populations and communities served by the four major types of libraries. The history of libraries, principles of customer service and ethical issues faced by library workers are examined. Duties of LMTs in the areas of Access Services, Collection Services, Information Services, and Technical Services are reviewed in depth. Additional topics include: library funding; job searches, relationship with Librarians, library automation, digital services and continuing education.
LT 105 Library Program Planning, Marketing, and Assessment
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3.00 hours lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU
In this course, you will learn how to design, promote and assess library programs that connect with diverse audiences, including children, teens, adults, and seniors. You’ll practice planning, promoting, and evaluating programs that are engaging, inclusive, and relevant to the community. You'll explore how to use advocacy, branding, market research, publicity, and assessment to create successful programs. You’ll also get hands-on experience with tools that today’s library professionals rely on, including collaboration software, graphic design platforms, social media, and generative AI. As a final course project, you’ll work collaboratively to create a dynamic library program that meets community needs and demonstrates the value of libraries.
LT 110 Library Operational Skills/Technical Services
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3.00 hours lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course is an introduction to technical services principles, activities, procedures, tools and systems. Topics covered include Library Service Platform, collection development and management, acquisitions, cataloging, physical processing, authority control and catalog maintenance.
LT 115 Library Operational Skills/Public Services
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3.00 hours lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course will prepare the student to provide public service in the circulation area of the library. Students will be introduced to principles and practices of customer service, interlibrary loan services, circulation of materials, fines, patron records, supervision, material shelving, maintaining statistics, and building security and emergency procedures.
LT 120 Information Sources and Services/Reference
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3.00 hours lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course prepares the student to provide assistance in reference services. Students will be introduced to principles and practices of reference interview, reference materials, database searching, online catalogs, Internet searching and evaluation, and bibliographic instruction.
LT 130 Library Media and Technology
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3.00 hours lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU
Practical skills and knowledge about technology necessary for library work. Addresses general trends and developments in technology applications for library functions and services. Prepares the student to provide access to and educate the user in the use of technologies and equipment relevant to information seeking, access, and use.
LT 140 Library Services for Children and Young Adults
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3.00 hours lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU
Practical use of children's and young adults' materials for readers' advisory, research, and reference service in school library/media centers and public library youth services' departments. Current trends, concerns, and methodology for youth programming and literature activities will be covered.