This course introduces fundamental computer programming concepts and techniques for librarians and information professionals. It includes concepts in information technology and covers the use and application of hardware and software, networks, the Internet, and other common data processing tools, including ethics and the future of IT in libraries for the proper storage and quick accessibility of various forms of information resources.
By engaging students in hands-on activities that hone their knowledge and skills, this course explores information processing and handling in modern library systems, aligning with the CDIO educational framework to prepare students for real-world innovation in information services. Students will learn to conceive, design, implement, and operate web-based solutions that enhance library infrastructure, promote inclusive access to knowledge, and foster sustainable innovation in line with Sustainable Development Goal 9 (SDG 9).