L. Davies & N. Morgan. Information Services, Cardiff University Introducing the Library Welcome to “Getting started with medical information”

L. Davies & N. Morgan. Information Services, Cardiff University Who are you two then?

L. Davies & N. Morgan. Information Services, Cardiff University Libraries Biomedical Sciences Library / LTRC - Home library for Medical students Also on Cathays Park Campus: Science, Bute, Arts and Social Studies libraries On Heath Park Campus: Duthie Library - (separate introduction) Why are there so many libraries in Cardiff University?

L. Davies & N. Morgan. Information Services, Cardiff University Books Current Journals Reference Collection Bones / teeth DVDs What kind of stuff do you have in the Biomed Library?

L. Davies & N. Morgan. Information Services, Cardiff University Biomedical Library 25 PCs Science Library 100 PCs available 24/7 Wireless Network IT advice available What facilities does the library have when I want to use a PC?

L. Davies & N. Morgan. Information Services, Cardiff University Currently: Monday to Friday 8.45am–5.00pm. From LTRC corridor Soon: Monday - Friday 5.00pm – 9.30pm Saturday 10.00am – 5.30 pm Sunday – 5.00pm Via fire exit I can’t wait to get into the Biomed Library, when is it open?

L. Davies & N. Morgan. Information Services, Cardiff University Short loan books 1 week loan 1 day loan Standard loan books 2 weeks Journals Print & electronic Have you got any of the items on my reading list?

L. Davies & N. Morgan. Information Services, Cardiff University Voyager OK, how do I actually find the books on my reading list? E.g. Drake, R.L. et al. Gray’s anatomy for students. Philadelphia: Churchill Livingstone 2005.

L. Davies & N. Morgan. Information Services, Cardiff University University ID Card Carry it at all times Use it: To get access to buildings To borrow in the libraries on both campuses Your responsibility If lost - £10.00 to replace Will I need my NUS Card in the library?

L. Davies & N. Morgan. Information Services, Cardiff University items All items MUST be issued before leaving the library Return / renew all items on or before due back date When I need to borrow, how many items can I check out?

L. Davies & N. Morgan. Information Services, Cardiff University IT room in Biomedical Library IT rooms in Science Library Microsoft applications Internet, Blackboard, & Networked printing payment: Laser printing (b&w) - 6p per A4 sheet Colour printing p per sheet My Mum has ed me a photo of Miguel, my pet iguana. Where can I print him out?

L. Davies & N. Morgan. Information Services, Cardiff University week loan - 25p / day 1 week loan – 50p / day 1 day loan - £1 / day 4 hour loan - £1 / hour Maximum £5.00 per item Phew! What if I don’t renew or bring the stuff back on time?

L. Davies & N. Morgan. Information Services, Cardiff University Self service photocopying 6p per A4 sheet 8p per A3 sheet 20p per A4 sheet (colour) Copyright Law Help! I can’t work my new DAB radio alarm and I missed my 9am lecture - where can I copy my friend’s notes?

L. Davies & N. Morgan. Information Services, Cardiff University Biomedical Sciences Library 5 study rooms Book at enquiry desk LTRC 4 study rooms - self booking Tutorial rooms Seminar area My tutorial group has to prepare a presentation on “the winter vomiting virus” is there anywhere we can work together?

L. Davies & N. Morgan. Information Services, Cardiff University Use Voyager to place reservationsVoyager E.g. Iversen, Leslie L., The science of marijuana Oxford : Oxford UP, None of the books I need are on the shelf. How do I get hold of them?

L. Davies & N. Morgan. Information Services, Cardiff University Use VoyagerVoyager Can I check what books I’ve borrowed and renew them?

L. Davies & N. Morgan. Information Services, Cardiff University Does the library have a web site?

L. Davies & N. Morgan. Information Services, Cardiff University Next session: Medical Information Research – the Essentials Tuesday October 2 nd 3.10pm Shared Lecture Theatre So, do I get any more help or is this it?

L. Davies & N. Morgan. Information Services, Cardiff University Database training: workshops held throughout October (Timetable will be on Blackboard) For immediate help: Ask at enquiry desk So, do I get any more help or is this it?

L. Davies & N. Morgan. Information Services, Cardiff University Eating & drinking Litter- use recycle bins Soggy books! Loud talkers Theft Mobile phones! Mobile phones!! Mobile phones!!! What really irritates the library staff?

L. Davies & N. Morgan. Information Services, Cardiff University sorted!

L. Davies & N. Morgan. Information Services, Cardiff University Thanks for your attention!