[CASL-L] Spring 2015 Library Technical Assistant Courses at Capital Community College

[Deloatch, Karen L]

Dear Colleague,



There are slots available in the following courses.



For the Spring 2015 semester, Capital Community College, located in Hartford, Connecticut is offering the following courses as part of its Library Technical Assistant Program. Courses can be taken for professional development as well as enrolling in the certificate or degree program.   Directions concerning searching for courses can be found on page 4 of the college's  enrollment guide at http://www.ccc.commnet.edu/docs/Spring-2015-Enrollment-Guide.pdf.



Introduction to Reference Services (LIB 104). This course was previously called Basic Information Sources (LTA 105).  Course begins Monday January 26.  Course is listed in the online system under Library Technical Assistant.

Monday 7:00 pm-9:42 pm.

Faculty: Karen DeLoatch



This course prepares students to work in a library's reference department, assisting patrons seeking information. An overview of on-line and print resources and reference interview techniques are included.



Introduction to Cataloging and Technical Services (LIB 102). Formerly listed as  LTA 102. This course is only offered in the Spring semesters.  Course begins Tuesday January 27. Course is listed in the online system under Library Technical Assistant.



Tuesday 7:00 pm-9:42

Faculty:  Karen DeLoatch

This course prepares the student to function as technical assistants in cataloging, acquisitions, processing, materials preservation and serials control. Emphasis on automation related to the Technical Services area.


Introduction to Software Applications (CSA 105). This course was previously called Using Microcomputers CIS 105. Course is listed in the online system under Computers- Applications.

Day and Time: Evening and Saturday sessions are still available.

This course teaches the use of microcomputers as an office productivity tool. It covers creating and editing word processing documents, spreadsheets and computerized visual presentations. Currently, the Microsoft Office software products Word, Excel, and PowerPoint are being taught in depth. Besides office productivity tools, this course covers file management using the Microsoft Windows operating system.

Composition (ENG 101). This course was previously called English Composition ENG 101.  Course is listed under English in the online system.

Day and Time: Evening sessions are still available.
Study of writing and the writing process. Students analyze expository essays in multiple genres and prepare writing projects with attention to rhetorical situations for audience and purpose, organization according to genre key features, development using detailed description, attention to language and conventions, and with support from outside sources using MLA documentation. Students prepare revised writing in final portfolios complete with self-assessment letters. Required for all degree programs; to be completed within the first 15 credits. This course introduces students to college level writing for academic inquiry about current social issues and may not include literary themes.

Prerequisites: a) Qualifying score on placement test; OR b) achievement of a C- or better in both English 043 and English 073.  In unusual situations, the department chair may grant a written waiver of one of the prerequisites to students as they exit either English 013 or ESL 153A.



Classes begin on Thursday  January 22 , 2015. Returning students can register online. Extended registration hours are: Wednesday, January 21 from 9am-6 pm, Thursday, January 22 from  8am -5 pm and Friday January 23 9 am-3 pm.  Monday , January  26 from 9 am-6 pm. Tuesday January 27 from 9 am-6 pm and Thursday January 28 from 9 am-6 pm. The Spring 2015 college enrollment guide  is at http://www.ccc.commnet.edu/docs/Spring-2015-Enrollment-Guide.pdf.   See page 2 for instructions on how to search for courses online. Page 7  gives tuition costs.  The 2014-2015 college catalog is at  http://www.ccc.commnet.edu/docs/2014-2015-Catalog.pdf. Directions to the college can be found at http://www.ccc.commnet.edu/directions.htm. Parking is at the Morgan Street Garage.  See parking information at http://www.ccc.commnet.edu/parking.htm. Bring your parking ticket for validation.  All registration activities are on the 2nd floor and the library is located on the 5th floor. For registration information, please call the Registrar's office at 860-906-5140. If you need course and program information, please call or e-mail me. I hope to see you in the new semester.



Thank you.



Karen

Karen DeLoatch
Head of Library Instruction/LTA Program Coordinator
Capital Community College
950 Main Street
Hartford, CT 06103
Phone: (860) 906-5022
E-Mail: kdeloatch at ccc.commnet.edu<mailto:kdeloatch at ccc.commnet.edu>


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