Overview
Information resourcing is a high-tech adventure and a sought after skill. Various industries need employees with people skills to organize, access and manage the expanding volume of information in today’s world.
After successfully completing this Library Information Technology Part-Time program, graduates will receive a SAIT diploma in Library Information Technology.
Career opportunities
Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) Graduates can pursue job opportunities in public and school libraries, speciality libraries in areas like petroleum, law, medicine, geology, social services and government or related organizations such as records information centres, library wholesalers, software companies and bookstores. Potential positions include:
- library technician
- library assistant
- information specialist
- research assistant
- records management technician
Programme Structure
Courses included
- Communication and Presentation Skills
- Computer Fundamentals
- Bibliographic Description and Access
- Library Information Services
- Communicating in the Workplace
- Integrated Library Technology
- Bibliographic Description and Access
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Applications are accepted until the program start date but are subject to change.
Language
Credits
61.5
Delivered
Disciplines
Informatics & Information Technology General Studies & Classics Literature View 78 other Bachelors in Informatics & Information Technology in CanadaAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
At least 60% in the following courses or equivalents:
- English Language Arts 30-1 or English Language Arts 30-2 or equivalents, AND,
- Two of the following Grade 12 subjects: Math, Science, Social Science, Accounting, Law or a second language.
- LIBR-200 (Introduction to Libraries) may be substituted for one of the two Grade 12 subjects. This course is available through Open Studies.
- All applicants must demonstrate English Language Proficiency prior to admission, including students educated in Canada.
Tuition Fee
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National
202 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 202 CAD per year during 24 months.
Per 1.5 credits.
Living costs for Calgary
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.