CATALOGUING OF INFORMATION MATERIALS
2. Cataloguing codes and it's parts
2.3. Summary on functions of cataloguing codes
1. Standardization of Records:
Cataloguing codes provide a uniform structure for bibliographic descriptions, enabling consistency across different libraries.
2. Efficient Information Retrieval:
By organizing items based on specific rules (e.g., author, title, subject), cataloguing codes make it easier for users to locate and access resources.
3. Data Sharing and Interoperability:
Standardized cataloguing facilitates the sharing of records among libraries, particularly in union catalogues and cooperative networks.
4. Resource Identification and Access:
Codes help accurately identify and differentiate between similar or related resources, ensuring precise access.
5. Support for Library Automation:
Modern cataloguing codes like RDA (Resource Description and Access) are designed to be compatible with digital and automated systems.
Examples of Cataloguing Codes:
1.AACR2 (Anglo-American Cataloguing Rules, 2nd edition)
2.RDA (Resource Description and Access)
3.ISBD (International Standard Bibliographic Description)