Information Systems, Resources & Services
- Education
- 100 level
- 2 credit units
- 134 pages
- 13 units
This course introduces the definition, concepts, and types of Information Systems, Sources, Resources and Services. It examines the relevance of information systems, resources and services in communication and information access, retrieval and transfer. The course covers digital information systems, resources and services, evaluation methods, ICT applications, user education, and factors affecting the development of information sources in Nigeria. It aims to equip students with knowledge for managing information effectively.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 40 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical, practical, case study
- Practical work
- Yes
- Assignments
- Tutor Marked Assessments
- Computer Based Tests
- Final Examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of LIS105, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
LIS105 · UNIT 2 TYPES OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Information systems hardware is the part of an information system you can touch with your hands – the physical components of the technology. Examples of information systems hardware are computers, keyboards, disk drives, ipads, and flash drives.
What you should be able to do
- Define Information Systems and their components.
- Explain various types of Information Systems.
- Describe Digital Information Systems and Resources.
- Apply ICT to Information Resources and Services.
- Explain the concept of User Education.
- Discuss factors affecting Information Resources Development in Nigeria.
What it prepares you for
- Librarian
- Information Manager
- Information Architect
- Knowledge Manager
- Information Specialist
- Academic Libraries
- Public Libraries
- Corporate Information Centers
- Government Archives
- Research Institutions
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 3: Evaluation of Information Systems, Sources, Resources and Services
Unit 2: Evaluation of Information Systems
Requires understanding of complex evaluation methodologies and statistical analysis.
- Module 5: User Education and Information Access, Storage and Utilization
Unit 2: Information Access, Storage and Utilization
Understanding and applying Boolean search techniques requires logical reasoning and practice.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 42 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: Information Systems
Unit 1: Concept of Information Systems · 3 hours
Read Unit 1: Definition of Information Systems, components, advantages, and disadvantages.. Review examples of information systems in libraries.. Attempt Self-Assessment Exercise 1 to test understanding of key concepts..
- Week 2Module 1: Information Systems
Unit 2: Types of Information Systems · 3 hours
Study Unit 2: Types of Information Systems and their functions.. Analyze the role of information systems in information resources, services, and retrieval.. Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 1 to reinforce learning..
- Week 3Module 1: Information Systems
Unit 3: Concept of Information Service and Sources · 3 hours
Read Unit 3: Concept of Information Service and Sources.. Identify various types/categories of information sources.. Explain the nature and characteristics of information sources.. Attempt Self-Assessment Exercise 1 to check comprehension..
- Week 4Module 2: Concept of Digital Information Systems, Resources and Services
Unit 1: Digital Information Systems · 3 hours
Study Unit 1: Digital Information Systems and devices.. Understand the advantages and disadvantages of digital information systems.. Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 1 to test knowledge..
- Week 5Module 2: Concept of Digital Information Systems, Resources and Services
Unit 2: Digital Information Resources · 3 hours
Read Unit 2: Digital Information Resources and examples.. Explain the advantages and disadvantages of digital information resources.. Attempt Self-Assessment Exercise 1 to reinforce learning..
- Week 6Module 2: Concept of Digital Information Systems, Resources and Services
Unit 3: Digital Information Services · 3 hours
Study Unit 3: Digital Information Services and types.. Explain the advantages and disadvantages of digital information services.. Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 1 to check comprehension..
- Week 7Module 3: Evaluation of Information Systems, Sources, Resources and Services
Unit 1: Concept, Importance and Types of Evaluation · 3 hours
Read Unit 1: Concept of Evaluation, Importance, and Types.. Understand the importance of evaluation in library operations.. Attempt Self-Assessment Exercise 1 to test knowledge..
- Week 8Module 3: Evaluation of Information Systems, Sources, Resources and Services
Unit 2: Evaluation of Information Systems · 3 hours
Study Unit 2: Evaluation of Information Systems.. Discuss various types of evaluation used in evaluating information systems.. Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 1 to reinforce learning..
- Week 9Module 3: Evaluation of Information Systems, Sources, Resources and Services
Unit 3: Evaluation of Information Resources and Services · 3 hours
Read Unit 3: Evaluation of Information Resources and Services.. Explain the evaluation of information resources and services in libraries.. Attempt Self-Assessment Exercise 1 to check comprehension..
- Week 10Module 4: ICT Application to Information Resources and Services Access and Management
Unit 1: ICT Application to Information Resources · 3 hours
Study Unit 1: ICT Application to Information Resources.. Outline the Benefits of Application of ICT to Information Resources.. Discuss some of the challenges associated with the Application of ICT to Information Resources..
- Week 11Module 4: ICT Application to Information Resources and Services Access and Management
Unit 2: ICT application to information services; access and management · 3 hours
Read Unit 2: ICT application to information services; access and management. Explain the application of ICT in Information Management. Outline some of the Challenges associated with Application of ICT in information services, access and management.
- Week 12Module 5: User Education and Information Access, Storage and Utilization
Unit 1: User Education · 3 hours
Study Unit 1: User Education, objectives, and planning procedures.. Identify the groups involved in user education.. Explain the various methods of imparting user education..
- Week 13Module 5: User Education and Information Access, Storage and Utilization
Unit 2: Information Access, Storage and Utilization · 3 hours
Read Unit 2: Information Access, Storage and Utilization.. Understand the requirements for Online Search.. Outline the methods of Information Access and Utilization..
Unit 3: Factors Affecting the Development of Information Sources, Resources, Services in Nigeria · 3 hours
Read Unit 3: Factors Affecting the Development of Information Sources, Resources, Services in Nigeria. Discuss factors affecting the development of information sources, resources, services in Nigeria.
Preparing for the exam
- Create concept maps linking Module 1-2 information systems concepts.
- Practice evaluation techniques from Module 3 using library case studies.
- Review ICT applications from Module 4, focusing on practical examples.
- Memorize key definitions and objectives from Module 5 user education.
- Solve past TMA questions to identify knowledge gaps and improve problem-solving skills.
Questions students ask about this course
What is LIS105 about?
This course introduces the definition, concepts, and types of Information Systems, Sources, Resources and Services. It examines the relevance of information systems, resources and services in communication and information access, retrieval and transfer. The course covers digital information systems, resources and services, evaluation methods, ICT applications, user education, and factors affecting the development of information sources in Nigeria. It aims to equip students with knowledge for managing information effectively.
How many units does LIS105 have?
LIS105, Information Systems, Resources & Services, has 13 units across 5 modules, over 134 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is LIS105?
LIS105 carries 2 credit units, at 100 level in Education.
Is LIS105 hard?
LIS105 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical, practical and case study work, and it has a practical component.
How long does LIS105 take to study?
About 40 hours of study, spread across its 13 units.
How is LIS105 assessed?
LIS105 is assessed by Assignments, Tutor Marked Assessments, Computer Based Tests and Final Examination.
What can I do with LIS105?
Librarian, Information Manager, Information Architect, Knowledge Manager and Information Specialist.