DISTANCE EDUCATION
M.Lib.I.Sc. DEGREE EXAMINATION, MAY 2017.
ACADEMIC LIBRARY SYSTEM
Time Three hours Maximum 100 marks
PART A — 8 40 marks)
Answer any FIVE questions in about 200 words each.
All questions carry equal marks.
1. Explain the functions of a college library.
2. Write about the merits of centralisation in University
Libraries.
3. Describe the different user group who uses academic
libraries.
4. How do you build digital library collection?
5. Write about the exciting library staff formulas in India.
6. What are the equipments needed for a college library?
7. Explain the significance of collection building.
8. Write short notes on user Behaviour.
PART B — 15 60 marks)
Answer any FOUR questions in about 400 words each.
All questions carry equal marks.
9. Trace the growth of higher education in India since
independence.
10. Explain the various budgetary techniques used in
academic libraries.
Sub. Code
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DE-252
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11. Discuss the role of university libraries in the research
and developmental activities of the university
12. Write about the various user strategic conducted in India.
13. Give a step by step of procedure of library automation.
14. Critically evaluate the role of INFLIBNET in resource
sharing among university libraries.
15. Explain the role of librarian and architect in planning a
library building.