Scope: Minimal-level cataloging (MLC) is an abbreviated form of cataloging that gives limited bibliographic description, subject analysis and (in most cases) authority work. Materials eligible for MLC include low-need and/or low research value titles.
Contact: Sarah RossPam Stansbury / Laura Wright
Unit: Cataloging
Date last updated: 10/9/2019
Date of next review: October 2020
OCLC review: compatible
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Inputting
Guidelines for LC Call Numbers
Guidelines for Access Points
Guidelines for Subject Access (FAST)
Guidelines for Added Entries
LTS Statistics Code for Minimal Level Records
Historical Background and Policy
Eligibility for MLC
Exclusions from MLC
Definitions
Interpreting the Minimal Level Standards
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Any record input by LTS should be described according to RDA. If the record is based on AACR2 copy input as MLC by LC, it is acceptable to leave the record as AACR2. Modify the in-process record in Voyager OCLC to bring it up to the LTS minimal level standard, as defined below.
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