Summary: Resources for training a new copy or original cataloger in the basics of descriptive work.

Suggested training progression & resources

Some of this will overlap with the HR orientation checklist, but this makes sure TS-specific info is also included.

principles
- FRBR/LRM --> mapping entities & relationships between them in the bibliographic universe
- neutrality --> historical expectation of catalogers, but much more complex than that
- access --> accommodating different types of searching, online and in person
types of standards
- descriptive standards
- encoding standards
- controlled vocabularies & authority control
- classification
cooperative cataloging & shared records
library database software
distinction between copy and original cataloging
- local parameters surrounding LA III and LA IV work
cataloging aids -- cheat sheets, bookmarks, etc.

diagram of records and their interactions in the Sierra database

Client overview
Module 1 - WorldCat, MARC, and Client Basics (1 hr 40 min)
Module 2 - Basic Bibliographic Searching (1 hr 14 min)
Module 3 - Basic Editing & Record Processing (1 hr 47 min)
Module 4 - Save Files, File Management, and Batch Processing (1 hr 18 min)
- can skip batch processing if desired!
Module 5 - Automation and Customization (1 hr 22 min)
- discuss constant data
Module 6 - Editing Master Records (1 hr 26 min)
Module 7 - Advanced Bibliographic Searching (1 hr 49 min)
Module 8 - Original Cataloging (1 hr 42 min)
Module 9 - Authority Control (1 hr 25 min)

search for records using:
- copycat problem backlog
- shelf-ready problems
- T Locs
attaching holdings
949 strings and exporting

an overview of how resources travel to and from your desk (blue actions handled by Acquisitions):

diagram of resource ordering and cataloging at MSUL

what all those flags mean
physical processing
- locations & stamping
- writing in call numbers
- CP labeling truck
- RUSH process and shelves
multipart works and how they're cataloged
continuing resources (at least a basic overview)
this position's specific responsibilities & workflows

Recommended bookmarks

General info

Cataloging

Helpful MSUL TS procedures for beginners

Policies

As with all new employees, new catalogers should complete the HR orientation checklist in addition to the cataloging-specific training outlined here.

In particular, new catalogers MUST watch the RVSM training video.

Contact	Joshua Barton or Autumn Faulkner
Team	CMS
Updated	August 2018
Created	August 2018