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Introduction
This workshop will provide hands-on training to library professionals by providing adequate practical knowledge which will enable the participants to automate the libraries on their own by using SOUL Software. The workshop will be also useful to those who wish to migrate their existing data to SOUL. Workshop comprises of lectures, demonstration and hands-on training using SOUL software in detail. The workshop also aims to provide basic knowledge and skills to participants in customizing SOUL, OPAC for creating, designing, conceptualizing and managing as library website. The basic purpose of this workshop is to equip participants with technical skills for automating their own libraries with the following objectives:
To create awareness among professionals about Library Automation Software SOUL.
To make the library professionals technically sound so as to automate their library independently.
To enable the library & information professionals to face the technological challenges like installation of Demo SOUL Software etc.
About SOUL
The 2-Day National Workshop on SOUL Software is designed to provide librarians, information professionals, and academic administrators with an in-depth understanding of SOUL (Software for University Libraries). Developed by the INFLIBNET Centre, SOUL is an advanced Integrated Library Management System (ILMS) widely used in academic and research institutions for library automation and digital resource management.
This workshop will cover essential features, hands-on training, and best practices for implementing and managing SOUL software effectively. Participants will have the opportunity to interact with experts from INFLIBNET and learn about the latest version (SOUL 3.0) with practical applications.
Salient Features:
User-Friendly Interface – Easy-to-use graphical interface for seamless navigation.
Modular Structure – Includes Acquisition, Cataloging, Circulation, Serials Control, and Administration modules.
International Standards Compliance – Supports MARC 21, Unicode, and Z39.50 protocol for interoperability.
Database Support – Compatible with MS-SQL, MySQL, and other RDBMS for efficient data management.
Web-Based OPAC – Allows users to search library resources online.
Security & Access Control – Multi-level user authentication and audit trail features.
Integration with Digital Libraries – Compatible with institutional repositories and other digital resources.
Reports & Statistics – Generates detailed reports for decision-making and analysis.
Objective of the Workshop
The workshop is intended to equip participants with technical skills for automating their own libraries with the following objectives:
Provide hands-on training on SOUL 3.0 and its modules.
Understand the technical and functional aspects of SOUL.
Learn best practices for library automation and resource management.
Discuss integration with digital libraries and databases.
Address challenges and solutions in library automation.
Areas Covered
The following areas will be covered in the workshop and hands on practical training will be given in these areas:
Introduction to SOUL Software & Its Evolution
Installation & Configuration
Cataloging, Circulation, and Acquisition Modules
Serials Control & Administration
Database Management & Backup Strategies
Web-Based OPAC & Digital Library Integration
Advanced Features of SOUL 3.0
Hands-on Training & Troubleshooting
Target Participants
The workshop is intended for Library & Information Science Professionals, Working Librarians, Researchers and LIS Students. Registration is limited to 60 participants on first come first serve basis.
About Government Degree College, Mulugu and Library:
Government Degree College, Mulugu is established in the economically poor, rural agrarian surroundings. It is situated 45 kms away from the district headquarters, Warangal on the 202 National highway, and 3 kms from Mulugu town. It is 10 kms away from the ancient historical Ramappa a temple of 13th Century AD, located on the banks of picturesque Ramappa Lake. Initially, Government Degree College, Mulugu was established on the campus of Government Junior College, Mulugu, in the year 1999. After functioning for three years, it was brought over to a new campus with 13.30 acres of Government land under survey no. 427 in 2002. As an endeavor towards imparting quality education, the college went for NAAC assessment and was accredited with B grade in August, 2014. Details of Affiliation The College is affiliated to Kakatiya University, Warangal vide Rc. No: 449/CDC/KU/2008; dated: 31-07-2008. Admissions and Examinations are according to the University Rules. The College is in the List of Colleges recognized under Section 2(f) and 12(B) of UGC act of 1956 since 4th March, 2010. Current Status At present, the College has an impressive building consists of 35 Rooms to accommodate the Principals Chamber, Office, Library, Reading Room, Health Centre, Gym, Indoor Games, Canteen, Class Rooms, English Language and Science Laboratories. There is a land available in the campus for catering various outdoor games and other extracurricular activities.
Website: https://gdctg.cgg.gov.in/mulugu.edu
LIBRARY :
Library in Government Degree College, Mulugu , Mulugu District has a long history of 25 Years in parallel with the history of the college which was established in the year 1999. It is located at Ground Floor Room No 26, 27 and 28 huge space and 13,521 Collection. Our college library supports process of college education through providing required reading materials (Print and Electronic) such as Text books, Reference books, Competitive Examination books, PG Entrance books, General reading books, Journals, Magazines, Newspapers, Rare Books, e-books, e-journals (N-LIST) and also provides access to Syllabus copies and previous Question papers to the staff and students and opens the doors to the wide world of books which encourages reading for gain of knowledge and pleasure. College library is also used for recreation and leisure as it provides light reading materials like magazines, novels, a huge collection of Urdu, Hindi, Telugu and English literature, etc.
Library is Automated with SOUL 3.0
Library Link : https://gdctg.cgg.gov.in/OtherPages.edu?page=getSubMenus¢reId=53&id=63505
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