INF425 Describing and Analysing Information Resources (8)
Enrolment Restriction: Not available to students who have completed subjects INF116 or INF209
This subject introduces students to the principles and practices of describing and analysing information resources in information agencies and related contexts. It uses metadata standards to illustrate the basic principles which underlie effective information organisation practice. Examples are drawn from a range of information environments, including but not limited to libraries, and from a variety of information carriers. The organisation of electronic resources is particularly noted.