For additional information, please see
the referring page "Print and
Electronic Books"
Electronic Book
| Bookstacks | Reference | Reserve |
Dewey
Electronic Books
Look for the "Web Access" entry in the catalog to
see if a book is available in electronic format. Some textbooks,
like in the example below from MD Consult, require that you logon
to their site first and then select the textbook from a list of
resources.
Bookstacks
In this example, the first three copies are currently checked out
to other borrowers (Charged; may be recalled). c.4 is on the shelf
(Not charged). If all copies of an item are checked out you can
place a "recall" request for the item - the current borrower will
be notified that they have 10 days to return the item. Note: recall
request may also be placed on items you have out as well. For more
information read
"Online Catalog Documentation | Borrower Information, Renewals, and
Recall Requests via the Online Catalog."
Reference
Be careful not to confuse "Reserve" with "Reference" -- at a
quick glance the two words look similar.
Materials in the Crerar Reference collection locate on the first
floor, west of the reference desk by call number. There are two
areas to check in the reference. First is a low shelf containing
books with red tape on them. The sign on the shelf reads "Quick
Reference Collection." If you do not see what you need here, then
go to the tall shelves behind the computer terminals (also on the
west side of the desk).
Reserve
Be careful not to confuse "Reserve" with "Reference" -- at a quick
glance the two words look similar.
Books on reserve locate behind the Circulation/Reserves desk on the
first floor, right off of the atrium of the Library. The purpose of
Reserve is to make materials in high demand readily available to
all patrons. Therefore, each patron can only check out 2 reserve
items at any given time, and these items are usually on 2-hour
loan. A fine of $1/hour is assessed for late return of reserve
material. Read the
Crerar Reserves page for more information or if you would like
to place materials on reserve for a course.
Dewey Decimal
Dewey materials locate in compact shelving on lower level. If you
have problems operating the compact (movable) shelving please ask
for help at the Circulation/Reserves desk. If you are unable to
find the material you need please ask for help at the
Reference/Information desk.
