The Cataloging functions in reQuest allow libraries to add, delete, and modify library holdings and to download MARC records using reQuest/WebCAT, the staff cataloging mode. The Full Cataloging Module, reQuest/CAT, contains MARC editing and record creation software, and provides access to additional resouce databases such as the Library of Congress MARC file and the name and subject authority files. Holdings may be added and records downloaded for transfer to local systems.
Topics covered in the reQuest/WebCAT segment include:

• Cataloging Workflow
• What is a Match?
• Cataloging Standards
• WebCat Login
• Adding Holdings in WebCAT
• Changing Holdings in WebCAT
• Deleting Holdings in WebCAT
• Downloading Records in WebCAT

Topics covered in the Full Cataloging Module, reQuest/CAT, segment include:

• Workflow
• CAT login
• Searching in CAT
• Interpreting the MARC display
• Editing Records/Use for New
• Adding Holdings
• MARC Validation
• Downloading Records
• Using Workforms to Create New Records
• Special Characters and Diacritics
• Searching the Authority Files
• Printing Records

For more information on reQuest contact
Gail Hurley, Statewide Library Catalog Coordinator
Telephone: (860) 704-2222 or toll free (888) 256-1222