This course is required for all entering master's students in art history.  Interested
undergraduates require permission before enrolling.
This course is a general introduction to library research which includes an overview of
indexing concepts relevant to the use of library catalogs, national bibliographies, library catalogs
of major research institutions, and serial and dissertation indexes in the humanities.  It includes a
review of art historical and related bibliographies, indexing sources, museum and exhibition
guides, art library catalogs in U.S. and Europe, slide and photo archives collections, archival
sources and art publishers and distributors.  All major art historical references sources are
covered.
The goal of this course is to provide the student with the appropriate background
necessary to conduct library research on art and related topics in an effective and efficient manner.
The format of the course is through lectures.
Assignments, Tests, Grades: Card catalog study questions; final assignment is
development of a comprehensive bibliography on a topic of research relevant to the student.
There are not exams and attendance is required.