This handbook is the basic text for students enrolled in the library instruction course at Saint Mary's University. The first section explains the course objectives, presents the course outline and method of instruction, and details the term project, workbook assignments, and grading procedures. The text is divided into seven study units: (1) Introduction to the Library; (2) The Card Catalog; (3) Reference Works; (4) Serials; (5) Government Documents; (6) Research Strategies/Evaluation of Sources; and (7) Media--AV & Microforms. A worksheet designed for individual in-library study accompanies each unit. (JAB)