Library Information Science

The Degree of Bachelor of Library and Information Science (BLIS) is a four-year program that prepares students in the development, deployment, and management of information resources in print, non-print, electronic, and digital formats.

PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES

  1. Exhibit skills, knowledge and leadership to excel in their information technology careers and related discipline.
  2. Exhibit high standard of professionalism who are effective members of multi-discipline development teams
  3. Involved in scholarly activities, research and outreach that contributes to the improvement and transformation of society
  4. Demonstrate ethical, professional, spiritual values, and social responsibility associated with their Information Technology careers and related professions.
  5. Exhibit proficiency in the use of traditional and digital media arts, designing, developing and implementing digital media solutions in fields of entertainment and corporate environments.

PROGRAM OUTCOMES

The graduates have the ability to

a) articulate and  discuss the  latest developments  in the  specific field  of practice.    (Philippine Qualifications Framework (PQF) level 6 descriptor)  (Graduate Outcomes:  CS 10, IS 10, IT13).
b) effectively communicate orally and in writing using both English and Filipino (Graduate Outcomes:  CS08,  1508,  IT10).
c) work effectively  and  independently  in   multi-disciplinary  and multi-cultural teams. (PQF level 6 descriptor) (Graduate Outcomes:  CS07, ISO?, IT08).
d) act in recognition of professional, social and ethical responsibility (Graduate Outcomes:CS09, 1509,  IT12)
e) preserve and promote “Filipino  historical  and cultural heritage” (based  on RA 7722).

Based on CHED Memo Order No. 25 s. 2015
Effective: Academic Year 2018-2019

Curriculum Rationale:

Based on he Guidelines for the Implementation of CMO 46 s. 2012, this PSG implements the “shift to learning competency-based standards/outcomes-based education”. It specifies the “core competencies” expected of Bachelor of Library and Information Science (BLIS) graduates regardless of the type of HEI they graduate from. However, in recognition of the spirit of outcomes-based education-which puts premium in the achievement of learning outcomes through different strategies-and in recognition of the typology of HEIs, this PSG also provides ample space for HEIs to innovate in the curriculum, in line with the assessment of how best to achieve learning outcomes in their particular contexts and their respective missions.

Policies and standards int he Library and Information Science (LIS) program are necessary for the highest level of quality desired for the education and training of library and information science professionals. They are meant to institutionalize the profession’s central function of providing quality information service to library/information center clientele or users. Its purpose is to make LIS education responsive to the challenges of society’s changing information needs brought about by rapid technological changes and in keeping with the need to make LIS professionals globally competitive.

Curriculum Description:

The LIS curriculum is designed to equip the professional with the composite knowledge, skills, attitudes, and tools to enable him/her to be responsive to the changing information needs of society.

The Computer Science Society embraces its Mission to promote the Computer Science Course, to guide and prepare the students, to grow and strengthen the bonds of each member as one family, and to utilize the resources of the program to provide service to society and emphasize to students the need of lifelong learning, ethical conduct and an understanding of the diverse social context in which Computer Science is practiced. We furthermore seek to provide excellence in activities and outreaches to develop the community of all Computer Science Students to help and support its members to reach their goals in the ever advance, 21st century.

Bachelor of Science in Information Systems (BSIS)

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Graduate Outcomes

LIS01

Select, evaluate, organize and disseminate print, multimedia, electronic and digital information resources.

LIS02

Effectively communicate orally and in writing, at the same time, use a variety of    communication methods in a manner that best enables the message to be understood.

LIS03

Demonstrate logical and systematic approaches to the accomplishment of tasks.

LIS04

Formulate objectives, policies and processes as well as design and manage resources in anticipation of future educational or organizational changes.

LIS05

Recognize, analyze and constructively solve problems, provide appropriate      direction and assistance, and overcome barriers when necessary.

LIS06

Identify users’ needs and wants through reference interviews, customer surveys,      complaint logs and other means in order to evaluate the effectiveness of current      services and improve these and other practices.

LIS07

Work well in groups and seek ways to build team efforts to solve problems and achieve common goals.

LIS08

Understand library’s automation system and the use of computer hardware,      software and peripherals, including online collaboration tools (the internet, the      worldwide web, and social networking sites).

LIS09

Develop information technology solutions (e.g., library automation system, Website, e-mail system, etc.).

LIS10

Conduct significant research projects that will benefit the library and the organization

LIS11

Evaluate and debate information policy (e.g., copyright law, plagiarism, cybercrimes, etc.) and ethical issues applicable in local, national or global context.

LIS12

Participate in continuing education activities organized by library associations and    other entities

The program trains students to apply information technology to basic library operations and functions.