Introduction to Digital Preservation

Dept. Code: 
LIS
Course Number: 
60631
Course Credits: 
3
Course Instructor: 
Dr. Karen F. Gracy
Course Format: 
Web-based
Offered Online: 
Yes

Approaches for preserving and maintaining access to digitized and born-digital text, images, data and audiovisual information. Topics include longevity of digital media, selection for preservation, formats and strategies for preservation, preservation metadata, integrity and authenticity of digital materials, establishment and certification of trustworthy digital repositories, risk management, and policy development. Prerequisite: LIS 60002.