Are there LIBM443/543 Course Prerequisites?
No. In fact, none of the regular LIBM courses have prerequisites tied to enrollment. Only the BHSU Practicum, LIBM 495/595 (fieldwork experience), has prerequisite requirements – though in select cases, certain requirements can be waived (see the Library Practicum FAQ document for more information). Certain skills are beneficial to doing cataloging work. For example, proofreading skills – for spellings, abbreviations, and punctuation, which are often unique to cataloging computer records. Also, related coursework, such as research and reference work, is helpful, but not required. Basically, an ability to move around on the web, cut and paste, work with basic files, forms, and email attachments are the only things required beyond an interest in how library catalogs and web OPACs function and benefit library patrons.
