About Library Information Technology
Learn about what it takes to excel at a career within libraries.
This program is focused on gaining knowledge and experience to work as a paraprofessional whether as a page, assistant or technician. The curriculum is appropriate for those new to the field and for experienced staff who wish to expand their knowledge and skills. This is also relevant for those with a bachelor's degree wanting to learn about library work before deciding to commit to a Master's in Library Science program to work as a librarian.
Explore Potential Careers
Studying Library Information Technology can lead to a variety of different jobs or career paths. Below are just some of the many options you will have!
- Library pages
- Library assistants
- Library technicians
Program Options
Click on the degree or certificate you're interested in earning to see a sample map of courses to take to complete your goal from start to finish.
Please note that the course maps provided are just an example to help you get started. Please meet with a counselor to personalize the plan to you and your Academic goals.
View Requirements in College Catalog
Semester 1
| Course Number |
Course Title |
Units |
Notes |
| LIBR 51 |
Introduction to Libraries and Library
Resources |
3 |
|
| LIBR 53 |
Library Public Services for Library
Technicians |
3 |
|
| ENGL 1A + 1AS |
University-Parallel Reading and Composition + Support |
4-6 |
|
| ÃÈ·µ¼º½ GE Area G1 |
Health Knowledge Requirement |
2-3 |
|
| LIBR 56 |
Computers in Library |
3 |
|
Total Units: 15-18
Semester 2
| Course Number |
Course Title |
Units |
Notes |
| LIBR 55A |
Cataloging and Classification |
3 |
|
| ÃÈ·µ¼º½ GE Area G2 |
Physical Skills Requirement |
1-3 |
|
| MATH 46, MATH 60 or 860, ET 108B, or ET 50, or PSYC 5, or ECON 5, or LALS 5, or PHIL 12A, or FIN 136M or higher math course (or equivalent) |
Math Graduation Requirement |
3-8 |
|
| Additional major requirement |
See Counselor |
1-3 |
|
| LIBR 55B |
Technical Services |
3 |
|
| Degree Applicable Elective |
|
3 |
|
Total Units: 14-23
Semester 3(Summer)
| Course Number |
Course Title |
Units |
Notes |
| Additional major requirement |
See Counselor |
1-3 |
|
| ÃÈ·µ¼º½ GE Area D |
Social and Behavioral Sciences Requirement |
3 |
|
Total Units: 4-6
Semester 4
| Course Number |
Course Title |
Units |
Notes |
| Additional major requirement |
See Counselor |
1-3 |
|
| Additional major requirement |
See Counselor |
1-3 |
|
| ÃÈ·µ¼º½ GE Area C |
Natural Sciences Requirement |
3-6 |
|
| ÃÈ·µ¼º½ GE Area E |
Humanities Requirement |
3 |
|
| ÃÈ·µ¼º½ GE Area F |
United States History and Government Requirement |
3 |
|
| ÃÈ·µ¼º½ GE Area A |
Communication and Analytical Thinking |
3 |
|
Total Units: 14-21
Semester 5
| Course Number |
Course Title |
Units |
Notes |
| ÃÈ·µ¼º½ GE Area D |
Social and Behavioral Sciences Requirement |
3 |
|
| ÃÈ·µ¼º½ GE Area H |
Ethnic Studies, Women's and Gender Studies and LGBTQ Studies |
3 |
|
| Degree Applicable Elective |
|
3 |
|
| Degree Applicable Elective |
|
3 |
|
| Degree Applicable Elective |
|
3 |
|
Total Units: 15
View Requirements in College Catalog
Semester 1
| Course Number |
Course Title |
Units |
Notes |
| LIBR 51 |
Introduction to Libraries and Library Resources |
3 |
|
| LIBR 53 |
Library Public Services for Library Technicians |
3 |
|
| LIBR 56 |
Computers in Libraries |
3 |
|
Total Units: 9
Semester 2
| Course Number |
Course Title |
Units |
| LIBR 55A |
Cataloging and Classification |
3 |
| LIBR 55B |
Technical and Access Services for Library Technicians |
3 |
| Elective |
Choose 3 units from the elective list in the |
3 |
Total Units: 9
Transfer Options
The program coursework you complete at City College will satisfy lower-division requirements for related majors at several colleges and universities.
Have questions about transfer? Visit the Transfer Center for help, transfer information, and/or to speak with college representatives.
