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By the end of this unit, you will have a clear understanding of how the library is organised, the resources it offers, and where to find different sources of information.
Ask the following question:
How can the library help me to succeed academically?
Dewey Decimal Classification
Think what it would be like to use a library whose books were arranged in no special order. It would take you forever to find what you need. Classification systems organise library collections into subject-related categories, so similar topics will be grouped together on the shelf.
The Dewey Decimal Classification is a general knowledge organisation tool and is shared through the library’s online catalogue. In the DDC, basic classes are organised by disciplines or fields of study as illustrated by the image below:
Call Number:
A call number is a unique identification code assigned to each book that clearly identifies it from other books. For Example:
Class. 300 = Social Science
Call Number 305 = Groups of people
305.8 = Ethnics and National Groups, Culture and Race = Racism
Neo can find the call number on the spine of a book.
Watch this video on how to read a call number.
Databases
Hover over the image to find out what a database is
Use your uLink username and password to access the library's electronic resources. Click here to view our library's databases
Electronic Course Reserves
How to find course reserves
Library catalogue
The library catalogue can be regarded as the library index (the same as a book index). It tells you exactly where materials meeting your specific needs can be found and you can search the catalogue using keywords, phrases, book titles, authors, and the call number.
Faculty subject guides
Faculty subject guides are library guides created by the Faculty Librarians, containing information and resources on a variety of topics related to your specific subject disciplines.