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Library Technical Studies
Prepare to organize information, support research and help communities connect with knowledge.
Programmes at a Glance‹
Help people find the knowledge that changes what comes next.
Prepare to organize information, support research and help communities connect with knowledge. You’ll explore information organization, library services and digital resources through practical projects, teamwork and experiences that bring the profession to life. Along the way, you’ll discover where your strengths can take you—toward opportunities such as library technician or records assistant, entrepreneurship or further study.
What you’ll explore
Entry requirements
Your path to ECC may begin in different ways. This programme accommodates multiple admission routes, and our Admissions team can help you understand how your qualifications fit.
A minimum of five (5) CSEC or GCE O-Level passes, including English A/English Language and Mathematics.
Equivalent qualifications and mature status may be considered in accordance with CCCJ/ECC policy.
Programme structure
Explore each published study period, from your first foundation courses to the experiences that prepare you for work and further study.
Full-time2 years5 published study periods＋
Year 1 • Semester I＋
COMM1101Communication I3ITEC1104Fundamentals of Information Technology3LITS2303Circulation Procedures3LITS1104Information and Society I3LITS1101Preparation and Handling of Library Materials3Year 1 • Semester II＋
LITS1204Technology in the Library Services3COMM1202Communication II3LITS2301Information and Records Management3LITS2304Collection Development3LITS1206Information and Society II3Year 1 • Summer I＋
LITS2302Library Specialization3LITS1102Cataloguing and Classification I3LITS1202Introduction to Reference Information Sources and Services I3HOSP1102Customer Service3Year 2 • Semester III＋
COMM2301Oral Communication3LITS2306Introduction to Reference Information Sources and Services II3PSYC1110Introduction to Psychology3ACCT1101Fundamentals of Accounting3WOEP1100*Work Experience Programme3LITS1201Periodicals Control3Year 2 • Semester IV＋
CARS2301Caribbean Studies3LITS1205Cataloguing and Classification II3LITS2405Introduction to Library Management3ELECTIVEElective3LITS2401Multimedia Resources3Part-time2 years6 published study periods＋
Year 1 • Semester I＋
COMM1101Communication I3ITEC1104Fundamentals of Information Technology3LITS1104Information and Society I3LITS1204Technology in Library Services3Year 1 • Semester II＋
LITS2304Collection Development3COMM1202Communication II3LITS2303Circulation Procedures3LITS1206Information and Society II3LITS1101Preparation and Handling od Library Materials3Year 1 • Summer I＋
LITS2302Library Specialization3LITS1102Cataloguing and Classification I3LITS1202Introduction to Reference Information Sources and Services I3COMM2301Oral Communication3Year 2 • Semester III＋
PSYC1110Introduction to Psychology3LITS2306Introduction to Reference Information sources and Services II3LITS2301Information and Records Management3LITS1205Cataloguing & Classification II3Year 2 • Semester IV＋
WOEP1100*Work Experience Programme3CARS2301Caribbean Studies3LITS2405Introduction to Library Management3ELECTIVEElective3Year 2 • Summer II＋
LITS2401Multimedia Resources3ACCT1101Fundamentals of Accounting3LITS1201Periodicals Control3HOSP1102Customer Service3The structure shown is a guide. Course or unit sequencing and availability may be adjusted to reflect enrolment levels, faculty availability and programme scheduling requirements. Offerings may therefore move to a different semester or position in the sequence.
Your associate degree journey includes more than the curriculum table.
Depending on your entry qualifications, you may need Foundation Mathematics or English. Applicable associate degree students also complete PACE, U-VAC, Information Literacy, Social Outreach and other published college-wide requirements. These requirements do not continue into the bachelor’s stage.
Understand your requirements →You may be a strong fit if you…
are curious about education & information and ready to build practical skills.
want a structured pathway that connects learning with real career possibilities.
value teamwork, problem-solving and continuous professional growth.
Main Campus
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