Cataloging: Fundamentals of the NLM® Classification
Module 4—General Principles
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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
Geographic Subdivision
- Geographic subdivision is provided for certain numbers in the NLM Classification schedules by the application of Table G (Cf. Module 5—Table G)
Form Numbers
- Some materials are classed for form or publication type (e.g., Atlases, Dictionaries, Outlines) or for the specific aspect of the subject discussed (e.g., education, history, legislation), rather than for the particular subject used (Cf. Module 6—Form Numbers)
