Explain the theories of classification.

Knowledge Classification I

Course Description:

This course introduces learners to the principles and theories of library classification. It exposes learners to the various schemes and facets of knowledge classification.

Course Objectives:

To enable learners acquire knowledge of various classification schemes.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, learners should be able to:

1. Explain what a knowledge classification scheme is

2. Explain the theories of classification

3. Explain the structure of knowledge

4. Identify and explain the cannons of classification

5. Make an analysis of subject content of information materials

Intellectual, practical and transferable skills:

Knowledge of various classification schemes

Knowledge of the theories of classification

Knowledge of the structure of knowledge

Knowledge of the cannons of classification

Skills of subject content analysis of information materials.