Introduction to Information Storage and Retrieval

Brief Course Description:

This course introduces learners to the techniques of information storage and retrieval

Course Objective:

To ground learners in techniques and skills in information storage and retrieval

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, learners should be able to:

1. Explain the concepts of information storage and retrieval

2. Identify the types of information storage and retrieval systems

3. Explain the structures of an information storage and retrieval system

4. Formulate a search query

5. Explain the importance of metadata and an index in information storage and retrieval

6. Demonstrate the ability to manage electronic files

Intellectual, Practical and Transferable skills:

• Knowledge of the concepts of information storage and retrieval

• Knowledge of the types of information storage and retrieval systems

• Knowledge of the structures of an information storage and retrieval system

• Knowledge of the importance of metadata and an index in information storage and retrieval

• Skills in managing electronic files