Program Summary
SEARCHING AND RESEARCHING STRATEGIES - Certificate of Specialization
2014 - 2015, 2015 - 2016, 2016 - 2017, 2017 - 2018, 2018 - 2019, 2019 - 2020, 2020 - 2021, 2021 - 2022, 2022 - 2023, 2023 - 2024, 2024 - 2025
This certificate specializes in information literacy by providing training in searching and researching. It focuses specifically on strategies, and concepts to locate a variety of information resources relevant to employment, personal interest, and academic needs. This certificate will prepare students in formulating effective search queries, locating and selecting appropriate sources, as well as retrieving, evaluating, and synthesizing information from these resources.
Career Opportunities
Required Courses (2 credits)
Units: 2.0
LIBT 212
RESEARCH SKILLS FOR INFORMATION AGE
1.0
LIBT 213
ADVANCED ONLINE SEARCHING
1.0
Total: 2.0
Program Outcomes
Identify different search techniques and apply appropriate search queries to locate desired information.
Student Self-Assessment
Locate, use, and evaluate library, Internet, and other information resources relevant to employment, personal interest, or academic need.
Student Self-Assessment
Synthesize information and evaluate whether research need has been successfully satisfied.
Student Self-Assessment