Library
3 courses · Orange Coast College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
LIBR A100 Library Research and Information Competency
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course is designed to introduce students to college level research and the effective use of traditional and online library resources and other online research tools. Classwork emphasizes applied experience with research planning, search strategies, critical evaluation of research sources, ethical uses of information, and documentation of sources following standard citation styles. Recommended for students who plan to transfer to a four year university to prepare them for academic research in upper division classes. Enrollment Limitation: LIBR A100H; students who complete LIBR A100 may not enroll in or receive credit for LIBH A100H.
LIBR A100H Library Research and Information Competency Honors
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course is designed to introduce students to college level research and the effective use of traditional and online library resources and other online research tools. Classwork emphasizes applied experience with research planning, search strategies, critical evaluation of research sources, ethical uses of information, and documentation of sources following standard citation styles. Recommended for students who plan to transfer to a four year university to prepare them for academic research in upper division classes. Enrollment Limitation: LIBR A100; students who complete LIBR A100H may not enroll in or receive credit for LIBH A100.
LIBR A103 College Research Skills
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course will teach research skills to prepare you for college, the workplace, and your personal life. This hands-on class builds skills in the areas of: identifying research topics, understanding the types of information, developing search strategies and techniques, evaluating information, and citing sources. This course will be beneficial for students who wish to develop lifelong learning skills and ways to sift through the immense amount of information available in the world.