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Original Cataloging on OCLC

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Prerequisites 

Basic Windows® skills, Searching OCLC (O 101), MARC Basics (O 301), or comparable experience.

Course description

Enhance your understanding of OCLC WorldCat® by learning about Bibliographic Formats and Standards. Discover original cataloging timesaving methods.

Why take this course?

Would understanding OCLC requirements make your cataloging more productive? Would you like someone to explain the utility of all those black OCLC binders you have in your workspace?

What you will learn

You will learn to read Bibliographic Formats and Standards and OCLC-MARC Code Lists, use the OCLC Authority File, and edit a workform.  You will also learn about the inputting levels on OCLC and the cost incentives of original cataloging.

Topics covered include

  • Commonly used MARC tags
  • OCLC inputting guidelines
  • Incorporating the OCLC Authority File into your cataloging
  • Record editing techniques
  • Using workform templates and constant data

Follow up courses

Course details

Course: O 403

Duration: 1 Day

Fee:

Members:   150.00
Non-Members:   215.00

Instructor: