Cataloging: Fundamentals of the NLM® Classification
Module 3—Components of NLM Call Numbers
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Introduction
Module 1
Overview of NLM Classification
Module 2
Using the Online NLM Classification
Module 3
Components of NLM Call Numbers
Module 4
General Principles
Module 5
Table G
Module 6
Form Numbers
Module 7
Bibliographies and Related Materials
Module 8
Classification of 19th Century Works and Early Printed Books
Module 9
Continuing Resources
Basic Components
- An NLM call number consists of the following basic components when applicable
- Classification number
- Table G number (geographic notation)
- Cutter number
- Workmark
- Volume or issue number
- Year of publication
- Supplement number
- Year of supplement
