Library Automation
by Digital Resources & Training Centre (DRC), Delhi
About Library Automation
Library Automation Training Programs
In today’s digital era, library automation is no longer optional — it’s essential. At Digital Resources & Training Centre (DRC), we empower library professionals, students, and institutions to stay ahead through hands-on training programmes in leading library automation systems such as Koha, DSpace, E-Granthalaya, and other open-source platforms.
Our mission is to help libraries transition seamlessly from traditional to digital systems, enhancing efficiency, accessibility, and user experience.
Why Choose DRC Delhi for Library Automation Training?
- Expert Trainers: Learn from qualified professionals with extensive experience in library automation, metadata standards, and digital repository management.
- Comprehensive Coverage: Our training programmes cover all major open-source and government-supported library software solutions.
- Flexible Learning Options: Choose from online, on-site, or in-house (Digital Resources & Training Centre Centre) training formats designed to fit your schedule and learning preferences.
- Practical, Hands-On Learning: Every session is interactive and practice-oriented, helping participants gain real-world experience managing live systems.
- Globally Recognized Expertise: With trainees from across India and abroad, DRC’s programmes meet international academic and professional standards.
Our Automation Training Programs Include
Learn to automate your library’s operations — from cataloguing and circulation to acquisitions and reports. Training includes:
- System configuration & administration
- MARC cataloguing and metadata handling
- Patron management and circulation
- OPAC customization and reporting
Master the setup and maintenance of digital repositories with DSpace. Training covers:
- Installation & configuration
- Metadata schema and submission workflows
- Collection and community setup
- Customization, integration, and user management
Designed for Indian libraries, E-Granthalaya training focuses on:
- Installation & system setup
- Cataloguing, circulation, and acquisitions modules
- Report generation and member management
- Cloud-based library services and government standards
We also offer customized training for:
- Greenstone Digital Library Software
- NewGenLib
- Library Automation Utilities and Metadata Tools
- OPAC Customization and Discovery Services
Benefits of DRC Automation Training
- Build in-demand technical skills for modern library management
- Gain confidence in implementing and maintaining library software
- Enhance your employability and professional value in the LIS field
- Learn directly from experts with years of automation experience
- Receive certification recognized across academic and research institutions
Who Can Enroll?
- Library and Information Science (LIS) students
- Academic, research, and public library professionals
- IT staff supporting library automation
- Institutions planning to implement or upgrade their library systems
Training Formats
- Online: Live instructor-led sessions with real-time system demonstrations.
- On-site: In-person sessions conducted at your institution for group training.
- In-house (Digital Resources & Training Centre Centre): Classroom-based training with guided practice on live servers and test environments.
Get Started with DRC Automation Training
uture-ready libraries begin with skilled professionals. Join our Library Automation Training Programmes and gain the technical expertise to manage, customize, and sustain automated library systems with confidence.
📩 Contact us today to enroll or request a customized training plan for your institution.