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LIBR 100 Introduction to Library Research

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Minimum Grade for Prerequisites

Unless otherwise indicated, a grade of C or higher is required for all prerequisite courses.

Course Description

An introduction to library resources and research. Provides a practical, critical, hands-on introduction to library research and beyond. Topics covered include formulating and refining a research question, library organization, using academic research materials, searching the catalog and databases, avoiding plagiarism, and citing sources.

Units: 1
Degree Credit
Grade Option (Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass)
  • Lecture hours/semester: 16-18
  • Homework hours/semester: 32-36
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area C3; Area E5d
Transfer Credit: CSU , UC