University of North Texas College of Information, Department of Library and Information Sciences at the University of North Texas

University of North Texas

College of Information

 

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Digital Image Management

This program of study is intended to prepare graduates who will assume leadership roles. It is designed to produce experts in the field of Digital Image Management. Graduates will be able to manage all aspects of digital images from production and organization to copyright and network design. The program includes the production of digital images, digital information database creation and management of digital information are important skill sets for current and future library and museum information professionals. In addition, the program prepares individuals to assume positions as experts in the broader markets of libraries, archives and information centers. An integral part of the educational experience for the students enrolled in the program is the opportunity to work as interns at area museums, archives and information centers.

General Requirements

  1. Total coursework is 36 credit hours (12 courses).
  2. Enroll for 120 hours of professional fieldwork (practicum) or verify 6 months of library experience at the professional level.
  3. During the final semester before graduation, enroll in Capstone and take and pass the comprehensive examination.
Category# of Courses# of Hours

Master's Required Courses

39
SLIS 5000 - Introduction to the Information Profession
SLIS 5200 - Introduction to Information Organization
SLIS 5600 - Introduction to Information and Access Retrieval		  
Digital Image Management Courses412
SLIS 5715 - Digital Imaging for Information Professionals (required each semester)
SLIS 5090 - Practicum and Field Study (6 hours, not for degree credit)		  

Group I Electives

412
SLIS 5205 - Information Indexing, Abstracting and Retrieval
SLIS 5223 - Metadata and Networked Information Organization & Retrieval
SLIS 5711 - Internet Applications for Information Professionals
SLIS 5713 - Telecommunications for Information Professionals
SLIS 5714 - Website Development
SLIS 5716 - Web Administration for Information Professionals
SLIS 5960 - Copyright and Software Licensing		  
Group II Electives13
ART 5390 - Seminar in Art Museum
ART 5560 - Seminar in Art Museum Education
ART 4175 - Multi-Media for Artists and Designers 		  
   

Master's Required Courses

39

Program of Study Courses

412

Elective courses

515
   
Total Coursework1236

Capstone Experience :

In addition to the capstone requirement for the MLS, students will build a portfolio of work during the program of study and produce at least one publishable paper. Required Proficiencies
Computer Literacy: May be satisfied by testing or experience.

Schedule:

Electives in Group I & II may be substituted with permission of advisor.

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