Description
Course Name: Diploma in Vocation (Library Science)
Course Id: DIVLS/Q1001.
Eligibility: Candidates generally need to have completed their high school education (10th Grade).
Objective: The course aims to equip students with the practical knowledge and technical skills required for effective library management, organization, and information retrieval. The focus is on enhancing students’ understanding of library operations and the role libraries play in knowledge dissemination and access to information.
Duration: 180 Hrs (Equivalent to Six Months).
Total Credits: 18.
How You will Get Diploma Certificate:
Step 1- Select your Course for Certification.
Step 2- Click on Enroll Now.
Step 3- Proceed to Enroll Now.
Step 4- Fill Your Billing Details and Proceed to Pay.
Step 5- You Will be Redirected to Payment Gateway, Pay Course and Exam Fee by Following Options.
Card(Debit/Credit), Wallet, Paytm, Net banking, UPI and Google pay.
Step 6- After Payment You will get Study Material Login id and Password on your email id.
Step 7- After Completion of Course Study give Online Examination.
Step 8- After Online Examination you will get Diploma Certificate soft copy(Scan Copy) and Hard Copy(Original With Seal and Sign).
Step 9- After Certification you will receive Prospect Job Opportunities as per your Interest Area.
Online Examination Detail:
- Duration- 120 minutes.
- No. of Questions- 60. (Multiple Choice Questions).
- 10 Questions from each module, each carry 10 marks.
- Maximum Marks- 600, Passing Marks- 40%.
- There is no negative marking in this module.
| How Students will be Graded: | ||
| S.No. | Marks | Grade |
| 1 | 91-100 | O (Outstanding) |
| 2 | 81-90 | A+ (Excellent) |
| 3 | 71-80 | A (Very Good) |
| 4 | 61-70 | B (Good) |
| 5 | 51-60 | C (Average) |
| 6 | 41-50 | P (Pass) |
| 7 | 0-40 | F (Fail) |
Benefits of Certification:
- Government Authorized Assessment Agency Certification.
- Certificate Valid for Lifetime.
- Lifetime Verification of Certificate.
- Free Job Assistance as per your Interest Area.
Syllabus
Library Classification and Cataloguing Theory: Introduction to library classification, objectives, need for classification in libraries, methods of arrangement of books in libraries, library classification, library catalogue, physical forms of library catalogues, classified catalogue, library cataloguing.
Organization of Library Material: Introduction, objectives, library material, need to organize library material, purpose of organizing library material, steps in organizing the library material, print material, non print material, other material.
Information Services and Computer Application: Introduction to library and its services, alerting services, library and research, library use, impact of ICTs on library and information science, modern library and information services, emerging trends in library and information services, Input devices, output devices, internal/external parts with computer cabinate, data storage.
Library administration and management: library authority and communities, job analysis and evaluation, library staffing, library accounting, library rules and maintenance work, records and reports, library statistics.
Library Management: Introduction, objectives, library management, components of a library system, sections in a library.
Trends in library classification: Introduction, objectives, library classification systems, types of library classification schemes, knowledge classification and book classification, document classification, library catalogue; purpose, functions and forms, devices in library classification.
Job Opportunities after completion of Diploma in Vocation (Library Science) Course:
After completing the Diploma in Vocation (Library Science) program, graduates have various career options in libraries, information management, research institutions, and educational settings. The program prepares individuals for roles in organizing, managing, and preserving information in both physical and digital formats.
Career Options:
- Librarian
- Manage library resources, catalogs, and provide access to information for students, researchers, and the public.
- Library Assistant
- Assist in the day-to-day operations of libraries, including cataloging books, shelving materials, and helping patrons.
- Archivist
- Organize, preserve, and manage historical records, documents, and other archival materials.
- Information Officer
- Manage databases and provide information retrieval services within organizations or institutions.
- Cataloger
- Classify and organize library materials using classification systems like Dewey Decimal or Library of Congress.
- Research Assistant
- Assist researchers by locating, gathering, and organizing data and resources in academic or research settings.
- Records Manager
- Oversee the management and maintenance of organizational records, ensuring proper storage and retrieval.
- Digital Library Specialist
- Manage digital collections, including e-books, online journals, and digital archives.
- Library Consultant
- Provide consultancy services to improve library management systems, workflows, and technologies.
- Library Trainer
- Train staff and users on how to use library systems, cataloging software, and databases.
Key Sectors:
- Public and private libraries
- Educational institutions (schools, colleges, universities)
- Research institutions
- Government archives
- Museums and cultural organizations
- Corporate sectors for knowledge management
Salary Range:
- Entry-Level (0–2 years): ₹2–₹4 LPA
- Mid-Level (3–5 years): ₹4–₹6 LPA
- Senior-Level (5+ years): ₹6–₹10 LPA or more
Salaries vary based on job role, location, type of institution (government, private, academic), and years of experience. Positions in well-established libraries or government organizations may offer higher compensation.
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