LSC 698B Master's Comprehensive Examination (w/o Classes)
Enrollment in this course bills at the equivalent of one credit hour.
A candidate for the M.S.L.I.S. degree must pass a comprehensive examination that tests a common knowledge base in the field of Library and Information Science. The purpose of the examination is to verify that the candidate is able to perform at a professional level at the time of his/her first appointment.
Students are expected to demonstrate knowledge of the philosophy, history, current issues, social roles, and major problems of the profession in general, including such areas as applications of technology, organization of resources, provision of service, and management of libraries and other information agencies. They will be asked to demonstrate knowledge of the theories and principles on which current practices in the information professions are based. In addition, they will be expected to demonstrate their awareness of the research literature in library and information science and related fields. They are expected to demonstrate their ability to evaluate research findings by supporting their answers with references to the professional literature and to class content.
In addition to the University's policy on comprehensive examinations, Library and Information Science faculty require that eligible students have a minimum grade point average of 3.0 in classes taken in Library and Information Science, with no outstanding incomplete grades. Students must also be completing classes that bring them up to 36 credits (or 30 with an advanced degree) the semester of the examination. Students will not be allowed to register for more than 12 credits the semester they are taking the comprehensive examination (see course load policy).
Cross Listed Courses
Lib & Info Sci Masters Comps