(Guidelines 6.3)
Task 1: Complies with Information Technology Competency Requirements
Level I: Basic electronic competencies.
{training time--two to three months}
Needs to know:
- which computer systems and applications are used
by the libraries to perform staff functions.
- which computer systems and applications are used to
provide services to library users.
- basic Windows functionality (e.g., how to turn on machine, back-up files, word processing basics, and print).
- how to send, read, print, forward and reply to email messages and maintain email files.
- Internet basics (e.g., what it is, how to get to it, basic navigation).
- what is responsible use of equipment and software and to be familiar with UF's Policy on Software Copyright, Computer Use Policy and Privacy Policy.
Task 2: Electronic competencies by function.
{training time--six to eight months}
Needs to know:
- how to use various software applications (PeopleSoft, Excel, etc.) and file maintenance, as required.
- for listserv discussion groups: how to subscribe/unsubscribe, request digest, put mail on hold, get user's guide and search archives.
- how to identify usenet groups in specific subject areas, scribe to and post messages and read postings from usenet groups.
- how to use various Internet search tools such as Mozilla Firefox, Internet Explorer, Netscape,etc.
- how to design a basic web page.
Task 3: Resources and Training.
{training time--12 to 18 months}
Needs to know:
- how to function as a subject specialist for electronic resources.
- how to use appropriate Aleph modules, OCLC, Erueka and other systems as identified.
- how to use databases as required.
- how to develop and implement web pages.
Task 4: Understands how to use the UF Libraries Catalog
{training time--two to eight months}
Task 5: Understands how to use indexes (proprietary databases, tables of contents and external indexes) and fulltext sources.
{training time--two to eight months}
Needs to know:
- which indexes and fulltext sources are available.
- how to determine which one is most appropriate for a particular
search.
- how to determine the indexes' currency.
- how to determine which periodicals are covered in each index.
- how to locate and interpret UF's holdings for a periodical
title found through searching the index.
- how to navigate the UF Libraries Catalog.
- how to retrieve fulltext articles from the indexes.
- how to use basic search commands listed on the
introductory screen and advanced search techniques.
Task 6: Keeps current with changes in technology.
{training time--ongoing}
Suggestions:
- Visit the Staff Web on a regular basis for:
- information on Aleph changes.
- information on trial subscriptions.
- information on Aleph changes.
- Attend staff development training sessions.
