Universal Decimal Classification
- Universal Decimal Classification
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also called Brussels Classification,
system of library organization. It is distinguished from the
Dewey Decimal Classification (
q.v.) by expansions using various symbols in addition to Arabic numerals, resulting in exceedingly long notations. This system grew out of the international subject index of the Institut Internationale du Bibliographie at Brussels, which in 1895 adopted the Dewey Decimal Classification as the basis for its index. First published in 1905, it was later translated into several languages.
Despite differences, the Dewey and Universal Decimal Classifications are fundamentally the same. In its ability to create a hybrid notation (
i.e., Arabic number plus symbol), Universal Decimal parallels the
Colon Classification (
q.v.). Its decimal basis and attempts at hierarchical range underscore its theoretical origin in Dewey. Revision has been continuous.
In particular, it is intended mainly for use with classified cards rather than books. It is, however, used in libraries, notably in Europe and in the United Nations library. Its application has been heavily weighted in the areas of science and technology. The Universal Decimal's Relative Index, for consultation by the public, is arranged alphabetically for access to the number under which a subject or book is classed.
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