Welcome to the Library Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences Dave Hirst Faculty Team Librarian for EEE and MACE

Which libraries can I use? JRUL consists of several site libraries Joule Library - Engineering Main Library open 7 days a week during semester – info available on library website ID card needed to access all libraries G1

Does the Library have its own website? G2 Reading Lists E-resources Subject Info 24/7

I’m stuck – is there anywhere I can go for help? Information Desks – Joule library and Main Library Blue 1 –Subject information –Directions –Catalogue and database questions –IT helpdesk – Joule Library Main library - Information desks on other floors G3

Is there an easy way to find a book in the library ? The Library Catalogue is the key ! G4 Books E-resources Library Account Journals

How Green is my library ? The Library has recycling facilities for Paper Plastic bottles Metal cans Batteries Help us by Recycling your waste ! G5

How I access my Blackboard Info Skills course ? Logon via the Student Portal. Your Info Skills module consists of: –Literature Searching –Find books and Journals –How to reference –Evaluating Resources –Key Websites –Distance Learners G6

Can you have a picnic in the Library? Sadly no picnics are allowed. However we have food friendly zones : There are signs throughout the library letting you know what zone you are in ! Recycle your waste (Leave no trace!) R1

Leave no trace

Can I use my mobile phone in the library ? Yes, there are zones in every library where you can use your mobile. These are signposted and easily located. R2

Is there a reading list for your course and where can I find it ? Link 2 Lists is the Library’s reading list service Helps you locate all your reading list content Easy to find what you need Links to books, journals, electronic articles, e-books, websites etc R3

Is there anyone in the library responsible for my subject area? Faculty Team Librarian for EEE and MACE Dave Hirst Tel: R4

How do I access E-resources? All you will need is your central University username and password which you are given when you register as a student. This can be used logon to databases and e- journals if you are on or off campus. R5

Is it true that I can have a book for as long as I want? You can loan a book for 4 weeks unless it is recalled by another user. You can also renew the book by logging on to your Library Account via the library catalogue if no-one else has requested it. Taught PGs can take out up to 20 books. Research PG’s can take out 40 books Y1

Where do I get my library PIN and what’s it for ? PINs issued by & available from Circulation Desk & Reception Desk –Renew and reserve items online –See details of your loans, reservations & fines –Logon to your library account to change your PIN to something you will easily recall. Y2

What will I find in the High Demand collection? Heavily used books and photocopies of articles 1 night, 2 night and 3 hour loan periods Some reference-only material Y3

How can I obtain an item that the library doesn’t have in stock? Document Supply is located at the Joule Enquiry Desk and in the Main Library on the Blue Ground floor. £2 per standard item for books, journal articles, theses etc Journal articles can be ed direct to you Y 4

Do we have to pay fines? How much are they? Borrowed material should be returned on or before the due date There are fines for overdue books Reminders are sent by . Check your Library Account and your s – not seeing reminders doesn’t count as an excuse! Books can usually be renewed B1

Are there any computers in the library that students can use? There is a computer cluster in the Joule Library and on Blue Area Floors 1, 2 & 3 in the Main Library 240 computers in Main Library Computer clusters available elsewhere on campus Access Library Catalogue, , internet, office, and other software B2

How do I register to use the University computer network? Self-registration system for your central username and password. This gives you off-campus access to most electronic resources Help available at all Library enquiry desks. B3

I love the library how late can I stay? Joule Library – 9.00 to 8.45 weekdays + weekends Main Library open 7 days a week during semesters See the Library website for the most up-to-date information B4

Is there any Research skills training available ? Training courses and drop-in sessions run by Library to help you find and manage information Includes database searching and EndNote reference management courses

What is Endnote ? Manage your references Store, organise and format references Import references from databases Compile bibliographies to insert directly into your disseration

How do I use the Photocopiers ? Photocopiers located around the Library Your ID Card acts as your photocopying card A4 copies are 6p each; A3 copies are 10p The Photocopying Services desk offers colour photocopying and copying onto OHP transparencies

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