Library Automation

Library Automation may be for YOU, if you are interested in:

Planning and implementing the efficient delivery of electronic resources to the people who use them
Staying on the cutting edge of technology
Using problem solving skills

Coursework for specialization in Library Automation:

S504 - Cataloging
S554 - Library Systems
S532 - Information Architecture for the Web

Job Outlook for this field:

As organizations continue to adopt and integrate sophisticated technologies, demand for librarians with expert knowledge of computers and electronic networking grows. Jobs also are available in non-library settings.

The job market is characterized by three dimensions:

Degree of involvement with people

Type of electronic resources with which you most want to work

Type of setting

Check out the SLIS Jobs in Library and Information Science page for current postings!

Qualities employers seek:

Broad knowledge of and experience with computer systems and technologies
Familiar with programming languages
Strong communication, problem-solving and analysis skills

Opportunities to gain experience in this field:

Internships are available with:

Digital Library Program, IU
Monroe County Public Library

Professional Associations:

American Society for Information Science and Technology
Library and Information Technology Association (LITA) - a division of ALA

Interested in knowing more? Contact:

William P. Helling, Systems Librarian, Crawfordsville Public Library
Robin Crumrin, Digital Library Team, IUPUI University Library