An exit security system will sound an alarm
if you try to leave one of the libraries with books that are not charged
out properly. If the alarm sound
please present all library materials for examination
when requested to do so.
Library Employment-- University Libraries Human Resources,
Change is available in the Engineering Library
at the Circulation Desk. Up to $2.00 at one time will be exchanged as long
as the desk has
change.
Lost and Found items are held at the circulation desk in the Engineering Library.
Research Strategy
The first step in research is to define a problem or topic. Usually it is best to select a general topic and then narrow it to a specific topic. < Librarians can help you determine the best research strategy. They also can advise you on appropriate LIAS search terms, and refer you to relevant periodical indexes, bibliographies, and other reference materials. Do not make the mistake of thinking that you will remember where you found all your information. When you find a reference, record all the information and review the material you have collected. If there is too much information on your subject, you may have to limit your topic and focus your research. If there is very little information, you will have to broaden your topic. General Reference has several style books that explain footnote and bibliography format and paper arrangement. Other sources in the Libraries contain biographical, statistical and geographical information as well as book reviews, conference proceedings, theses, technical reports, patents, and government publications. A guide to the literature may be available for your subject area. Additionally, you should consult a reference librarian.
For more information see the Information Literacy and You web site.
Copiers
Lion Cash and coin operated self-service copiers are available in the room immediately to the left of the entrance to the Engineering Library.
Photocopying
There are several methods to copy materials
in the Libraries. The fastest is to do the copying yourself at one of the
self-service copiers. These
are located to the left as you enter the Engineering
Library.
PLEASE NOTE: The library does not own these
machines and cannot refill the paper or give refunds. The machines are
owned by Nittany Office
Equipment.
Copying can be done by library
staff. For this service you will need to fill in an IDT, which is available
in the Library. Then locate the item to be
copied, mark the pages and leave at the circulation
desk. This service normally takes 24 hours, although it may take longer
if the unit is
especially busy. The cost for this service
is $.25 per page. You may pay in cash or it may be billed to your budget
if you have one and mark the
form with the correct billing information.
Restrooms
Restrooms are located immediately outside the entrance to the Engineering Library. It is a wheelchair accessible restroom.
Vending machines
soda machine on first floor directly under
the library
juice machine and candy machine across from
middle stairway on second floor
water fountain directly outside the library
wheelchair accessible water fountain across
from middle stairway on second floor
Telephones
Campus phone located immediately outside the
library.
Public phones located outside Ye Olde College
Diner and inside the Corner Room.
Return to Engineering Information Kiosk home page.
Revised: 06/04/2008