Abstract

This subject examines the role that metadata plays in information retrieval across a range of information environments and search contexts. It focuses on the concepts and principles involved in describing information resources, and discusses how metadata element sets and value vocabularies should be designed and applied to optimise intellectual access. … For more content click the Read More button below.

Syllabus

Information resources' attributesFunctional Requirements for Bibliographic Records (FRBR)MetadataMetadata standards and schemasMetadata sharing and metadata qualityVocabulariesTools and systems of information retrieval

Assessment items

1. LRM test
2. Creating metadata
3. Choosing and customising a metadata schema

Enrolment restrictions

Not available to students who have completed INF425 or INF116