Cataloging Basic MARC Training (On-request)

Who Should attend: Staff who need to occasionally need to create a MARC record 
When: On Request
Where: The training is online using the Zoom online conference and meeting software
Registration: You must register for this training by filling out the online registration form 
Trainer: Lloyd Chittenden 
Duration: 1.5 hours 

Training Description
This training will cover the structure of MARC records.  Fixed fields and variable fields.  Important field tags and indicators.  Authorized fields vs. transcribed fields vs. free text notes.
 
Outline
  • Fixed fields
  • 1xx – Main Entry (Primary Access Point)
  • 2xx – Title Area
  • 3xx – Physical Description
  • 4xx – Transcribed Series
  • 5xx – Notes
  • 6xx – Subject Headings
  • 7xx – Additional Contributors
  • 8xx – Authorized Series