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Restructuring LIS Curriculum at Karnataka State Akkamahadevi Women’s University, Vijayapura, Karnataka
Abstract: This article analyzes the changes in Library and Information Science curriculum and describes the courses currently available at Karnataka State Akkamahadevi Women’s University, Vijayapura. It also explored a possible demand for two new value added courses, while suggesting hard core, soft core and open elective courses for Master’s degree curriculum in Library and Information Science.Keywords: LIS Curriculum, Restructuring, Karnataka State Akkamahadevi, Women’s University, Vijayapura, Karnataka, IndiaCite this ArticleP.G. Tadasad. Restructuring …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 216–225 Read article
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Mangalore, Karnataka Fisheries Coast
Abstract: Mangalore, a major port city on India's southwest coast, is known as the Fisheries Coast of Karnataka due to its thriving marine business and historic fishing legacy. Mangalore's history, economy, and culture are tied to the fishing industry, making it a regional hub for fish landing, processing, and export. The city's Arabian Sea shoreline supports a large fisherfolk community and vital infrastructure such the Mangalore Fishing Harbour, ice plants, cold …
Published in International Journal of Marine Life · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 21–31 Read article
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Use of Library Resources and Services by the Students of Sri Bhuvanendra College, Karkala & Mahathma Gandhi Memorial College, Udupi, Karnataka: A Comparative Study
Abstract: College library has to play a vital role in meeting the multi-dimensional demands of students and faculties for information and knowledge. The main purpose behind this study was to determine the awareness and utilization of library resources by library users of Sri Bhuvanendra College, Karkala, Karnataka and MGM College Udupi, Karnataka, India. In this study, a descriptive survey method was used, using a questionnaire as a data collection tool. 145 …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 58–66 Read article
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Status of Library Automation in University Libraries a Comparative Study of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu
Abstract: This article is an attempt to illustrate the present status of library automation in the selected university libraries in Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. The findings of a survey conducted in 2017 form the basis of the discussions and questionnaire for the librarian. The status of library automation with all modules is described, and the survey conducted is explained in terms of methodology and findings. From the university libraries of Karnataka …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 5–14 Read article
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Implementation of Literacy Programmes in Autonomous Engineering College Libraries in Karnataka
Abstract: AbstractThe aim of this study is to determine the implementation of Literacy programmes in Autonomous engineering college libraries in Karnataka. The researcher formed a structured questionnaire, surveyed and reviewed the publications on literacy programmes. Findings- It may be observed from the study that all autonomous engineering college libraries were conducted information literacy programmes for users. Best practice of Information literacy programmes effects on users benefits in the library, helps to …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Job Satisfaction among Library and Information Science Professionals of Management Institutes in Karnataka State
Abstract: Job satisfaction is a very important element for any type of organisation. In library and information centre, job satisfaction is very paramount because job satisfaction provides vivacity in offering dignified services to the patrons. The present study discusses the various issues related to job satisfaction and associated factors like salary, promotions, working conditions etc. of the library and information and science professionals working in management institutes of Karnataka state. Keywords: …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 17–22 Read article
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What Librarian’s Think of Theft, Mutilation and Misplacement of Library Resources? A Study of Karnataka University Libraries
Abstract: AbstractLibrary is a place of study such as quite peace full and safe for learning and research activities, libraries are spirit of the academic institution and it plays a vital role by providing knowledge to the people without any bias. But some selfish users are doing the unlawful activities such as theft, mutilation and misplacement of library resources in library. The present study focused on librarian response towards theft, mutilation …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 7–14 Read article
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Barriers to the Use of Library Collection vs. Demographic Characteristics of Engineering College Library Users in Karnataka: A Study
Abstract: AbstractThis paper focuses on the barriers of using library collection vs. demographic variables of the users of Mysore region engineering college libraries (MRECL) in Karnataka. The principal objective of the study therefore, is to assess the relationship between the four demographic variables such as gender, age, educational qualifications and designation with that of barriers to the use library collection. This is shown by the way of cross tabulation of barriers …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 46–56 Read article
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Developing Print Collection at Mysore Region Engineering College Libraries (MRECL) in Karnataka: A Study
Abstract: AbstractThe present study focuses on the growth of different kinds of printed library materials available at Mysore Region Engineering College Libraries (MRECL) of Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Karnataka, India. From this region a total of 52 engineering colleges were identified. Of this 47 colleges responded to the questionnaire served to all the librarians of these sample colleges. The responses thus received were categorised into six groups such as; books, journals, …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Spigelia L. (Spigeliaceae/Strychnaceae): Addition of a Genus to the Flora of Karnataka
Abstract: AbstractWhile working for the Flora of Kumta taluk in Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, an interesting herb, Spigelia anthelmia L. was collected. Review of literature revealed that the Genus has not been included so far by any other workers and hence is the new introduction to Flora of Karnataka. Present paper deals with its description, a note on its taxonomic status, distributional tracks in India, its ecology and the hitherto …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 9–11 Read article
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Status Of Sucking Insect Pests And Yellow Mosaic Disease Incidence In Major Greengram, (Vigna Radiata) Growing Districts Of Karnataka
Abstract: Yellow Mosaic Disease (YMD) and sucking insect pests are the serious problem to greengram growing farmers in Karnataka. Information on the regional distribution of vectors involved and the disease transmitted is essential to manage the pests. In the present study, roving survey was undertaken during Kharif season of 2018 and 2019 in eight major greengram growing districts of Karnataka. The species of sucking pests observed on green gram are whitefly, …
Published in International Journal of Insects · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Landslide Risk Assessment in Kodagu District, Karnataka: A Case Study
Abstract: AbstractIn this study, an attempt has been made to assess the landslide risk zones using a GIS based weighted linear overlay method with Satty’s analytical hierarchical process to maintain consistency for assigning rank and weight for following factors includes geology, geomorphology, rainfall, soil, road density, drainage density, and topographic triggering factors such as slope and aspects are taken as input for assessment of landslide risk.Thus the technique used in landslide …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 19–34 Read article
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Identification of Safety Climate Factors for Major Hazardous Industries: A Study in Karnataka State, India
Abstract: AbstractMeasuring of safety climate in the industries provides state of safety level among employees of how management and workers deal with safety on a day to day basis. However, researchers have struggled over the past three decades to identify the predominant factors which influence the safety climate with an objective to establish empirical relationship between them. The safety climate questionnaire containing 81 items corresponding to 20 safety climate factors was …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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SAFETY CLIMATE AND SAFETY SYSTEMS FACTORS AND THEIR RELATIONSHIP WITH ORGANISATIONAL ATTRIBUTES AND DEMOGRAPHIC CHARACTERISTICS OF EMPLOYEES IN MAJOR ACCIDENT HAZARDOUS INDUSTRIES IN KARNATAKA STATE, INDIA
Abstract: The present work evaluates the existing critical safety climate and safety system components in the Major Hazardous Industries in Karnataka state, India and establishes the quantitative relationship between them with the organisational and demographic characteristics using a Questionnaire method (containing 81 questions of various safety climate parameters and 53 questions of various safety engineering system parameters among 1029 employees in 22 major hazardous industries in Karnataka). A research instrument using …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 20–35 Read article
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Assessment of Soil Erosion Using USLE Technique: A Case Study of Mysore District, Karnataka, India
Abstract: The present study has been conducted to assess the soil erosion in Mysore district in Karnataka, India. The most widely used Universal Soil Loss Equation (USLE) method has been adopted for the analysis. The USLE method performs based on the five parameters such as, rainfall factor, soil factor, length and slope factor and conservation practice factor. Each necessary numerical data have been obtained from the concerned organization and satellite images …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 45–51 Read article
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Evaluation of Water Quality for Irrigation Purpose in Sitanadi Basin, Udupi District, Karnataka
Abstract: Present study has been carried out with the objective to assess various factors controlling the groundwater quality with respect to irrigation, seasonal variations of groundwater quality for pre and post monsoon periods and to compare its suitability for irrigation use confirming to the latest water quality standards for irrigation. Sitanadi basin is located in the west coast of peninsular India, Udupi district of Karnataka. It extended between 13°20׳ and 13°35׳ …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 9–24 Read article
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Phenotypic detection of ESBL production in Escherichia coli isolated from UTI patients of Kalaburagi city, Karnataka, India
Abstract: Aim: The principle aim of present conducted study was phenotypic detection of extended spectrum ß-lactamase (ESBL) production in Escherichia coli strains isolated from urinary tract infected patients of Kalaburagi city, Karnataka, India.Materials and Methods: The positive E. coli isolates selected for the following study was isolated from urine sample of UTI patients. The screening of positive E. coli was done and antibiotic susceptibility test and MIC were determined as per …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Composite Suitability Index (CSI) Method for Ground Water Potential Identification: A Case Study for Bangalore Urban and Rural District, Karnataka
Abstract: Usage of groundwater for domestic and industrial purposes poses a main intimidation to the rapidly depleting groundwater resources of India. The present work emphasizes the viability of remote sensing and geographic information system (GIS) applications in groundwater studies, especially in the identification of groundwater potential zones in Bangalore urban and rural districts, Karnataka, India, using composite suitability index (CSI) method. The CSI technique is used to determine the weights of …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 8–16 Read article
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Use and Awareness of E-Databases in Engineering College Faculties of Karnataka: An Analytical Study
Abstract: This paper aims to assess and evaluate the use of e-database in engineering college libraries of Karnataka, use of e-databases by the faculty members of various engineering colleges through a survey based on a structured questionnaire. Various statistical methods have been used for data analysis. The study confirmed that faculty members are aware of the edatabases and various types of e-resources, e-thesis, and e-journals. The highly significant difference ( …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 58–67 Read article
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Appraisal of the e-Waste Management Generated from Mobile Phones in the Hassan City, Karnataka: The Perspectives of Public Perception, Consumption and Disposal Activities
Abstract: This study delves into the management of electronic waste (e-waste) stemming from the disposal of personal electronic items and mobile phones, primarily in response to the remarkable surge in the utilization of these devices within the Hassan city populace in recent years. The principal objectives revolved around investigating the existing disposal methods for electronic devices including mobile phones and collecting fundamental data concerning their disposal practices within the geographical confines …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 12–18 Read article