LSC 646 Archives Management
Intensive introduction to the field of archives through a survey of principles, practices and current debates in the field of archives administration. The course comprises five to six core modules: records, recordkeeping and archives; archival appraisal and acquisition; archival processing (accessioning, arrangement and description); archival collection/information management systems; archival reference, access and protection; and archival programs, institutions and communities. The course highlights theoretical thinking as well as hands-on archival skills and is a foundation course for students who plan to work in archives or are interested to learn how archives function and interact with other cultural heritage organizations.