This course provides a general introduction to information retrieval by examining the basic theoretical principles of information storage, information seeking behaviour, search strategies, and procedures. It focuses on foundational principles for effective and productive searching of different online resources including bibliographic and full-text databases, such as Boolean search and ranking. Practical skills and knowledge developed in the course include applying and executing search strategy for locating information within full-text databases such as Academic Search Complete and search engines. The course also assists students to evaluate search results.