UTS:LibraryGuide

Welcome to UTS Library

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MAL BOOTH University Librarian

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UTS Library connects people, knowledge, technology and culture. Our people are committed to fulfilling the Library’s role as a centre for innovation, collaboration and the advancement of education and research. We provide high quality information resources, services and facilities through our physical spaces, the Library website and the Library Retrieval System (LRS).

The LRS is a state-of-the-art storage and retrieval system that allows for the sustainable growth of our Library Collection well into the future and for more space in the Library to be devoted to our Library users. The 450,000 low-use items currently stored in the LRS remain on-site and are accessible via regular deliveries to the Library.

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your curriculum. The Library provides an extensive program of workshops and classes throughout the year to help students and researchers develop vital research and study skills. As well as providing face-to-face training, we are continually developing our online offerings with modules to provide assistance to you in your own time.

We want UTS Library to be an inspiring and welcoming space that encourages curiosity and creativity. While quiet study is a central aspect of learning and research, active exploration and discovery are also crucial in developing new knowledge. We highlight the diverse range of learning and research at UTS through exhibitions and displays showcasing work by UTS staff and students. Our annual Artist-in-Residence program invites selected creative arts practitioners to playfully respond to the evolving role of the library.

We hope these initiatives, and other events we have planned, will encourage you to explore and discover. Our collections, services and spaces should assist you to study, research and create, giving you the competitive edge you need to succeed.

We’ve made a number of enhancements to our Library Catalogue to make it even easier to discover, select and request items. I encourage you to try features like Shelf View, which allows you to browse a virtual bookshelf, and our unique Collection Ribbon, which lets you refine your search or browse an entire subject area.

UTS Library provides a range of unique learning spaces that encourage curiosity and focus, as well as support our new program of digital and information literacy training. We acknowledge that everybody learns and conducts research in different ways, and provide a mix of spaces to support the diverse needs of the UTS community. We’ve developed a range of new and improved spaces to support collaborative and creative learning, including an Editing Studio, a Games Room, Assistive Technologies rooms and a Researchers’ Centre and meeting room for postgraduate research students and staff.

Our study spaces are complemented by the services and support provided by our expert staff. We work closely with the faculties to ensure that we have the resources to support your learning and embed digital literacy training in

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SPACES & FACILITIES P 22

Discover a range of learning spaces at UTS Library for quiet or group study, as well as computers, printers and other facilities.

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UTS Library provides a range of services and resources to assist you in your research at UTS.

ABOUT US P 32

Where we are, how to keep in touch and a few simple rules.

LEARNING P 26

How the Library works with academic staff to support your learning.

GETTING STARTED P 8

Getting started at UTS Library.

FIND P 10

Search for books, journals, databases and other resources to help you study.

BORROW P 14

Borrow books, request items and avoid fines.

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Get in touch with a Librarian and get help using the Library.

UTS Library provides services, resources and facilities to students and staff through our physical spaces, the Library Retrieval System (LRS) and the Library website. For more information about Library services and to access our online resources, visit: lib.uts.edu.au

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ID Card (Registration)

Borrow > Membership You will need a student or staff ID card to gain entry to UTS Library, borrow Library materials and print, copy or scan. To obtain an ID card:

> STUDENTS – use your UTS or INSEARCH student ID card to access the Library and borrow materials.

> STAFF – use your staff ID card or go to the Enquiries & Loans Desk where staff will verify your employment details using your NEO staff account.

> INSEARCH STAFF – bring a signed authorisation form from INSEARCH stating your staff number and the expiry date of your contract.

Staff ID numbers for those in non-continuing roles, such as visiting and honorary staff, should be obtained by your faculty or unit when they complete the official process for appointing staff through the UTS Human Resources Unit. For further information, visit the HRU website: www.hru.uts.edu.au.

Getting Started

Below: A selection of puppets from the Library’s Curriculum Collection for education students. We have over a hundred available for borrowing!

The Library has a large collection of books, journals, eBooks, databases and more to help you study and research.

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UTS Library Catalogue

lib.uts.edu.au The Library Catalogue lists all materials held by UTS Library. Books and journals are held on Levels 3 - 5 of the Library.

Library Retrieval System (LRS) The LRS uses automated storage and retrieval technology to store low-use items from the Library Collection. This helps us meet your needs by freeing up Library space to create new study areas. It also enables new service models, allowing the Library to offer new and improved services to support learning, teaching and research. Books in the LRS remain readily available. Simply click on the <Request from LRS> link in the Library Catalogue and the book will be delivered via our regular delivery service.

Find Articles

Find > Articles Click on the ‘Articles’ tab in the Library Catalogue to search millions of articles from one simple search box.

Databases

Find > Databases Databases allow you to find journal and newspaper articles, conference papers and more. UTS Library subscribes to over 300 databases. Databases like Academic Search Premier and ProQuest Central cover many subjects, whereas others may only contain subject-specific information.

SFX Full Text Links When appears in your search results, particularly in databases where the full text of an article is not available, you can click it to check whether the Library has access to the full text.

7-day Loans To assist your access to subject readings, the Library places one copy of each title on reading lists on 7-day Loan, unless subject coordinators request otherwise.

Reserve & eReadings Reserve is located on Level 2 and contains high demand materials selected by lecturers, including books, DVDs and recent issues of journals. Search the Library Catalogue by subject number, subject name or lecturer name to access items placed in Reserve and eReadings.

Find

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UTS Exam Papers A selection of past exam papers are available online. Search the Catalogue by subject name or number, or click TYPE: Exam Paper to refine your search.

Study Guides

Help > Study Guides Study Guides are an introduction to the key books, journals, databases and websites for each faculty. If you are a UTS staff member and would like to develop a guide for your students, please get in touch.

English Language Resources

Help > English Language The Library has a range of online resources to help you develop your English reading, writing and speaking skills.

BONUS+ BONUS+ is a collaborative service involving a number of Australasian university libraries. If the book you need is unavailable at UTS, the BONUS+ Catalogue gives you access to over 7 million books from participating libraries.

TO USE BONUS+:

> search the Library Catalogue > select the title you want and click on the logo

> click <Request this item> > Select UTS and fill in your details (if not already pre-populated)

> click <Submit>

You can expect delivery from most Australian universities in 2-4 working days. Items coming from Western Australia and New Zealand may take up to 7 days.

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BorrowMost items in the Library Collection are available for you to borrow. Your UTS ID card is your Library borrowing card.

What Can I Borrow?

Borrow > Borrow & Renew The Library website has information about how long you can borrow items for, loan conditions and the number of times you can renew an item.

MyLibrary

Borrow > MyLibrary You can access your borrowing record by signing in to MyLibrary with your UTS ID number and webmail password. You can:

> check what you have on loan and when the items are due for return

> see Requests or Bookings you may have (and cancel any that are no longer required)

> renew items you have borrowed > pay fines > keep a record of the books you have borrowed*

* Click on My Reading History at the bottom of the page and select [Opt In] if you wish to use this service.

Requests

Borrow > Borrowing Rules Request is a reservation that you can place on an item from the General Collection and 7-day Loan Collection, including those currently on loan to another borrower. The item will be recalled and held for you to borrow.

If you require access to a journal held in the LRS, you can retrieve the entire issue, or use ArticleReach to access an electronic copy of a specific article.

Placing a Request To Request an item:

> search for the book or journal in the Library Catalogue

> click on the <Request Item> button > for a journal article, enter the article’s details - author, title, date, volume, issue and pages

A confirmation message will tell you if your Request has been submitted successfully.

This page: One of the 11,808 bins in the Library Retrieval System (LRS), which houses low-use items from the Library Collection.

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LRS Requests

Borrow > LRS Requests Books and journals requested from the LRS are delivered to UTS Library throughout the day at regular intervals.

Recalls

Borrow > Borrowing Rules Library items can be recalled after two weeks if another borrower requests them. If an item is recalled, you will receive an email to let you know the new due date. Please ensure that you return the item by that time, as fines on recalled items are doubled.

Fines If items are not returned by the due date, fines will apply at the following rates:

> General Collection items - $1 per day > 7-day Loan items - $5 per day > Reserve - $5 per hour, or part thereof

> Recalled items - twice the above rates

Overdue items can be renewed online, in person, or by telephone: 02 9514 3666. Any fines for the days overdue will be added to your record. If your fines reach $30 or more, you will be suspended from borrowing or renewing items. You will need to reduce your fines to under $30 to be able to borrow again.

Fines can be paid online at:

Borrow > Fines If you wish to pay your fines in person, the minimum fine payment at any one time is $10.

Library Email & SMS Notices

Borrow > Borrowing Rules All Library notices (requests, recalls, overdue notices and fines) will be emailed to you. The Library also sends an email reminder 2-3 days before an item is due back. You can subscribe to SMS notices online.

Borrowing from Other Australian Libraries or Institutions

Borrow > Membership You are able to borrow in person from any university library in Australia or New Zealand under the University Libraries of Australia and New Zealand Scheme (ULANZ). Register in person at that library with your UTS ID card. A fee may apply.

Services for Regional & Remote Students

Help > Support for Students If you live outside the Sydney metropolitan area, you may be eligible for our Off Campus Document Delivery Service from the UTS Collection.

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HelpYou can contact Library staff for assistance in person or via phone, email or instant messaging. Visit Ask a Librarian on the Library website to get in touch.

Enquiries & Loans Desk Staff at the Enquiries & Loans Desk will answer your queries and provide assistance with:

> finding your way around the Library > locating books and exam papers > borrowing books at the Self Service Loans machines

> finding other UTS Library services

Research Help Desk

Help > Ask a Librarian Staff at the Research Help Desk will help you with:

> finding books and journal articles > referencing > finding eReadings

Librarians

About Us > Library Staff For postgraduate research students and staff, subject specialists from the Information Services Department are available for individual consultations to assist with your advanced information needs for research, teaching and administrative work.

Rovers Rovers are UTS students who can assist with IT tasks including logging on to Library computers and using the Library website. They can also help you search the Library Catalogue and locate items on the shelves. You can recognise them by their orange Ask@Library t-shirts.

Tours & Workshops

Help > Tours & Workshops UTS Library provides tours and workshops to help new students get started at university. They include:

> Orientation > Starting your assignment > Referencing and avoiding plagiarism > Advanced searching

Your lecturer may also organise subject-based classes.

The Library works with the UTS: Graduate Research School to offer a variety of research support workshops. For more information, visit their website:

gradschool.uts.edu.au

Opposite: Top: Green Week Debate Bottom: Annual Play Day event to welcome new students

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Online Help You can access a range of online tutorials and demonstrations to assist you in using the Library’s resources, finding information and studying. These can be accessed via the Help section on the Library website and include:

Study Skills

Help > Study Skills A collection of online tutorials and tips on topics such as doing assignments, writing, reading and speaking, presentations and group work.

Referencing

Help > Referencing A detailed guide to referencing correctly in your assignments, with clear examples of the Harvard (UTS) Referencing Style - the main style used at UTS.

EndNote & RefWorks

Help > Referencing EndNote and RefWorks are citation management programs that allow you to collect, store and organise references. EndNote can be downloaded from the Library website and RefWorks is available online. The Library offers workshops and extensive online help in using both.

YouTube Channel

youtube.com/user/UTSLibrary Check out our short videos to help you get started using the Library and find information in the Library Catalogue and databases. There are also videos demonstrating subject-specific resources for each faculty.

The Library has a range of learning spaces to help you succeed in your studies and research. These include areas for quiet and group study, as well as facilities like the Editing Studio and Games Room and access to over 400 computers. Many spaces are bookable through Room Bookings on the Library website.

Spaces& Facilities

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SPACES FOR QUIET STUDY Facilities > Library Spaces Noise is kept to a minimum on Levels 4 and 5 to encourage individual study. Please turn your mobile phone to silent in these areas.

Individual Study Areas There are many desks fitted with privacy screens throughout the Library for quiet individual study. LEVELS 3, 4 & 5

Individual Study Rooms Bookable rooms for individual study. LEVELS 4 & 5

Silent Study Rooms Sound-proofed rooms for silent study. LEVELS 4 & 5

Editing Studio An editing/mixing studio for audio and visual productions. Headphones, microphones and a MIDI controller are available for loan from Reserve on Level 2. LEVEL 4

Researchers’ Centre A dedicated space for UTS postgraduate research students and staff offering PC and Mac computers, power outlets, lockers and a bookable meeting room. LEVEL 5

China Library The China Library was gifted to UTS by the Chinese Government and is an information centre with books, audio-visual materials and multimedia displays, as well as reading and study areas. LEVEL 4 Above: The Researchers’ Centre Meeting Room can be booked by postgraduate research students.

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SPACES FOR GROUP STUDY

Facilities > Library Spaces The Library offers many spaces for working in groups. A moderate level of noise is acceptable, but please respect your fellow library users.

Learning Commons A multipurpose area for individual and group study, with access to Library computers, power outlets and wireless internet access. LEVEL 3

Group Study Rooms Bookable rooms for small group discussions. LEVELS 3, 4 & 5

Presentation Practice Rooms Bookable rooms with a computer and data projector for practicing presentations. LEVELS 4 & 5

Games Room An interactive space featuring Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and Wii U games consoles. Game controllers can be borrowed from the Enquiries & Loans Desk. LEVEL 3

Olympic Studies Room A comfortable study space in which to access this unique collection, featuring rare Olympic bid books, photographs and slides. LEVEL 5

FACILITIES

Wireless Access Wireless internet access is available on the UTS-WPA network. Connect to the network using your student or staff ID number and password.

Computers

Facilities > Computer Availability Over 400 computers are available at UTS Library, providing access to the Library’s online resources, specialised software and the internet.

Print, Copy and Scan

Facilities > Printing Print, copy and scan machines are available on all floors. You will need:

> your UTS ID card > to have activated your UTS email

account (email.itd.uts.edu.au/webapps/myaccount/activation/)

> to have enough money on your account

You can add money to your account using the Cash and EFTPOS facilities in the Print & Copy Room on Level 2. You can also top up online:

mymonitor.uts.edu.au

Self Service Loans Machine Items can be borrowed using the Self Service Loans machines available throughout the Library. A receipt indicates when the item(s) are due to be returned.

Previous page: Silent Study Area on Level 5

Opposite: Digital and Social Media students using the Games Room. A list of our growing collection of games is available in the room.

The Library works closely with academic staff to support student learning. Assistance is provided in developing information literacy skills and delivering high-use, copyright compliant subject resources.

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Learning

Information Services Librarians

About Us > Library Staff > Librarians Librarians in the Information Services Department support the information needs of UTS staff and students from all faculties and administrative divisions. The three teams are:

ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES Supporting the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences and the Faculty of Design, Architecture and Building.

BUSINESS & LAW Supporting the Faculty of Business and the Faculty of Law.

SCIENCES & TECHNOLOGY Supporting the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, the Faculty of Health, the Faculty of Science, the Graduate School of Health and the Institute for Sustainable Futures.

Information Services Librarians can assist staff with any of the following services:

> information literacy training for students

> learning.futures consultations > training for academics > ordering new material for teaching

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UTS Digital Resources Register & Digitisation Service

Learning > DRR & eReadings Do you need help preparing your course readings? This service locates, digitises and registers electronic copies of lecture notes, book extracts, journal articles and other publications used for online learning at UTS. To fulfil the University’s copyright obligations, all UTS digital resources used for the purposes of teaching and learning and for which neither you nor UTS own the copyright, must be registered centrally through the UTS Digital Resources Register (DRR). The Library will email you a link to your readings, which you can include on UTSOnline. eReadings are also available through the Library Catalogue.

For general copyright information, including the amount of material you can copy from a range of sources, visit:

Learning > Copyright and UTS

Reserve Material

Learning > Course Material > Reserve Reserve is a collection of our most popular items, selected by lecturers and arranged by subject or lecturer name. Reserve includes books, DVDs and recent issues of journals, as well as lecturers’ personal copies of books. Request forms are available online.

Distance Mode Students

Help > Support for Students > Regional & Remote Students When preparing course materials for units offered in distance mode, please consider the Library materials your students may need and how they will be accessed. Online journals, eReadings, lists of websites and online subject guides help provide access for all students.

Study Guides

Help > Study Guides Online study guides are created by Library staff to guide students to key resources in the Library Collection, including books, databases and websites. Librarians can also customise a subject guide suitable for inclusion in subject outlines or UTSOnline.

Information Skills

Learning > Information Literacy UTS Library supports student learning through its Information Skills Program. This program is designed to ensure that students are able to access and use information effectively. A range of sessions can be designed to suit the needs of students for particular subjects. To organise training for your class or smaller groups, contact your Information Services Librarian.

To see a range of classes available to the whole UTS community, see our Tours & Workshops pages:

Help > Tours & Workshops

EndNote & RefWorks

About Us > Library Staff Training in the use of citation management software, including EndNote and RefWorks. To organise a special session, contact your Information Services Librarian. Alternatively, students can register for one of the regular classes held in the Library.

For session times, visit:

Help > Tours & Workshops

The Library provides a range of services to UTS researchers to assist you in undertaking research, managing your research data, publishing and increasing your research impact.

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R esearch

Research Assistance

Home > Research The Library offers workshops and online tutorials on a range of topics to assist researchers to work more efficiently and increase the impact of their research.

Book a Research Consultation

Help > Ask a Librarian > Research Consultation Postgraduate research students and staff can arrange research consultations with a Librarian. Our staff can provide in-depth assistance about Library resources and services.

UTS Digital Theses Collection

Research > Theses Postgraduate research students should submit a digital copy of the final corrected version of their thesis to the UTS Digital Theses Collection. Your thesis will be made visible to others through OPUS and search engines such as Google Scholar, increasing your chances of citation.

UTS ePRESS

Home > UTS ePRESS UTS ePRESS ‘unlocks research’ by making high-quality research freely accessible to the world. UTS ePRESS publishes open access journals, books and conference proceedings, which are peer-reviewed and growing in reputation and impact. They are searchable via Google Scholar as well as the Library Catalogue.

OPUS

Home > UTS ePRESS > OPUS OPUS (Open Publications of UTS Scholars) is the UTS institutional repository. It showcases the research of UTS staff and postgraduate students to a global audience. OPUS increases the visibility and accessibility of your research by making it openly available, regardless of where you choose to publish.

UTS Library provides a great environment for study and research. Please be considerate of others and treat Library facilities and property with care.

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Policies, Rules & Guidelines

About Us > Policies & Guidelines Check online for current Library information.

Food & Drink in the Library Cold food and snacks may be brought into the Library, but hot food and larger meals must be eaten outside the Library. Alcohol may not be brought into the Library. All rubbish must be placed in the bins provided.

Please contact Library staff at the Enquiries & Loans Desk for assistance in cleaning spills.

Copyright and Intellectual Property

About Us > Policies & Guidelines Copyright and UTS Before copying material for your study, research or teaching, you should be aware of the amounts you can copy and use. Australian Copyright Law protects a range of material and restrictions apply to how much you can copy and use. UTS also has policies which apply to the material (the intellectual property) you generate as a student, researcher or lecturer at UTS.

Check important information about copyright and intellectual property online.

About Us

This page: Celebrating the launch of the LRS visualisation by Artists-in-Residence Elisa Lee and Adam Hinshaw.

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Cnr Quay Street & Ultimo Road, Haymarket POSTAL ADDRESS PO Box 123, Broadway NSW 2007 Australia

SEMESTER OPENING HOURS

LOCATION

MON – THURS 8:00AM – 10:00PM FRIDAY 8:00AM – 9:00PM SATURDAY 10:00AM – 6:00PM SUNDAY 10:00AM – 6:00PM

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CONTACT DETAILS If you require any further information or assistance, please ask our Librarians through email or online chat:

Help > Ask a Librarian

You can also contact us by telephone: (02) 9514 3666

EVENTS Visit the Library website to view our calender of events.

lib.uts.edu.au/events INSTAGRAM instagram.com/utslibrary

FACEBOOK facebook.com/utslibrary

TWITTER twitter.com/utslibrary

YOUTUBE youtube.com/user/utslibrary

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