Introduction

As a part-time student, the time that you will be free to spend in the library will be limited. Library staff are here to help you make optimum use of this time, so that you can find all the resources you need.

How do I join?

• As a registered student, you automatically have access/membership to the library.
• Your ID card is also used as your library card. Always have your card with you because you will need it to borrow books, obtain reference material and use the photocopiers & printers.
• Please inform student services about lost cards. You are responsible for all items borrowed with it.
• Please also familiarise yourself with the Library Regulations.
  
  

How do I borrow?

Books are issued to you by staff at the library desk or by using the self-service machine.

Borrowing entitlements

• General Collection, Book Store and Audio Collection— 10 items for 3 weeks. These may be renewed at the desk, by telephone or online.
• Short Loan — 4 items for 3 days. This may not be renewed.
• DVD collection- 4 items for 3 days.

Overdue books

• 1 penalty point per day for each book.
• 5 points per day for short loan books and 1 per hour.
• At 20 penalty points, you will be blocked from borrowing.
  
  

How do I find relevant information?

A library PIN number is required to access library online resources both on and off campus.
These include:

• Exam papers
• Your account
• Renew and request books
• Online databases
• You can set your PIN online or if you have any problems contact a member of staff.

Library web catalogue
The library catalogue allows you to check what books, journals, videos, student projects etc. that are held in the library, whether it’s available and where it is shelved.
You can also view what items you have or have had on loan, place requests for items on loan to another user and renew your own loans.

Ask a librarian
The ask a librarian service is for ITT Dublin library users who need answers to relatively uncomplicated questions about the library or research material in print and online related to your courses and projects. This service is available through the website at:

Inter-library loans
Books and articles unavailable in the Institute's library may be ordered from other institutions using the inter-library loan service. Some may be requested online.

Library facilities

Photocopiers and printing
Your ID card acts as your photocopier card. Simply put credit on your ID card using the virtual cash machine (located next to the photocopiers on the ground level in the library) and swipe or key in your student number.

Computers
A number of computers are located in the main area on the mezzanine floor. There is also an open access computer lab on the mezzanine level of the library where you can access Microsoft Office products and the internet.

A small number of notebook laptops are available to borrow from the library desk for library use only. Penalty points apply for overdue laptops.

Group study rooms
If you need to work together, you can book one of our group study rooms, located on the mezzanine. These may be booked online through the library website or at the library desk.

Assistive technologies
The library has specialised software and hardware for use by students with disabilities or learning difficulties. See information leaflets in the library or ask any member of staff for more details.

DVD collection
The library has an extensive DVD collection with DVDs covering a range of subjects. 2 DVDs can be borrowed for a 3 day period. A DVD player is available in the mezzanine area and may be booked online or at the library desk.

For more information on library facilities, check out the library A-Z guide

Time savers

• You can contact us with queries by telephone or email. Check out the Ask a Librarian service on our web-site.
• You can renew or request books through the library web-site using your library PIN number.
• If you forget your self assigned library PIN number, contact a member of library staff.
• Past exam papers are available online via the library catalogue & at the library desk.
• Access online databases such as Emerald, General OneFile, Science Direct and much more both on & off-campus.
• Book a group study room via the library web catalogue.

Points to remember

• Bags should be left in the storage area outside the library or in lockers.
• Please make sure your mobile phone is switched off or on silent, as their use disturbs the study of others.
• If the alarm at the exit door sounds as you leave the library, please return to the desk.
• Food and drink is not permitted in the library.
• All communication & notification from the library to students will be via your Email4life account.