Faceted Classification
LCC is broken down into its basic elements, grouped by common attributes called facets. The five main facets include personality, matter, energy, space, and time.
Hierarchical Structure
The system is organized into a hierarchical structure with main classes denoted by single capital letters and subclasses denoted by double or triple capital letters.
Comprehensive Coverage
LCC covers a wide range of subjects, including General Works, Humanistic Disciplines & Social Sciences, Natural Sciences & Technology, and Bibliography & Library Science.
Notation System
The system uses a notation system that includes auxiliary tables and physical format indicators to provide a clear and consistent way of organizing materials.
Organization and Categorization
LCC provides a systematic scheme for the arrangement of books and other materials, bringing related items together in a useful sequence from the general to the specific.
Shelving and Retrieval
It provides a shelving location that patrons use to locate materials, enabling patrons to browse collections on a topic, either in person or online.
Cooperative Opportunity
The system allows for cooperative opportunities to introduce new numbers, making it relatively unlimited in expansion.
Flexibility
It is widely available on catalog copy with complete call numbers, making it easier to use and maintain.
