Library ServicesLibrary Services GD@MG 29/01/2013
Welcome toLondon Metropolitan
University Libraries
How do I use the Library?
• Your university ID card is your library card
• Undergraduates can borrow 16 items at a time
• Postgraduates can borrow 20 items at a time
• 4 short loan items at a time can be borrowed
How do I find a book on the catalogue?
• Go to the library catalogue homepage: http://catalogue.londonmet.ac.uk/
• For books on your READING LIST use, Author, Title or Author/Title search
• For books on a TOPIC use a Keyword search
How do I find a book on the shelves?
• Find the book details on the library catalogue
• Check in which library it is held
• Check that the item is available
• Look for the Classmark:e.g. 658.4038011LAU
How do I find a book on the shelves?
• Books are classified from 001 to 999
• Go to the shelves to find the book
• Look for your classmark:
658.4038011LAU
What is MetCat?
• MetCat is our new enhanced catalogue with improved search capabilities
• MetCat is our own branded version of WorldCat Local
• It allows you to search for subscribed and available:• journal articles,• ebook chapters,• e-theses,• books, journals and DVDs.
How do I use e-books?
• Go to the Library Services page
• Click on MetCat tab and do a search
• Tick on “Ebook”
• Click on “View Now”
• Login with your I.T account details (from outside the University)
• Read online or Download (subject to restrictions)
Where can I find databases?
• Go to the Library Services page
• Click on “Subject Guides”
• Look for your subject and click on it (for example “accounting”)
• Click on “Databases”
• These are the relevant databases for accounting
• Login with your I.T account details
How do I reserve a book?
• Find the book details on the library catalogue
• Check that the item is NOT available
• Check for additional copies
• Click RESERVE at the top of the page
How do I reserve a book?
• Enter your IT username and password
• Select a location for pick up
• Click submit
How do I take a book out?
• Use the self service machine• Touch “Borrow
items”• Scan your ID card• Scan items one at a
time
• If you have any problems go to the Information Desk
How do Ireturn a book?
• Use the self service machine• Touch “Return items”• Scan items one at a
time• Drop items in coloured
book bins
• Note that you don't need your ID card
• If you have any problems go to the Information Desk
How do Irenew my books?
• Log into your library account using your IT username and password
How do Irenew my books?
• Click on RENEW ALL
• Check status of your items (RENEWED)
• Log out
Please note:Please note:Short loan items cannot be renewedShort loan items cannot be renewedYou cannot renew if your items have been reserved You cannot renew if your items have been reserved
What happensif I bring my books late?
• If it is a one week loan you are charged 50p per day
• If it is a short loan item you are charged 50p per hour
• See details on the Library Website for further information
How do I pay my library fines?
• Online: go to London Met homepage:
• Click on “Pay online”• Click on “click here”
• In person with cash: go tothe Information Desk
When are the Libraries open?
TERM TIMECalcutta House
Commercial Road
Holloway Road
Moorgate
Monday 09:00 to 21:00 09:00 to 21:00 08:00* to 21:00 09:00 to 21:00
Tuesday 09:00 to 21:00 09:00 to 21:00 08:00* to 21:00 09:00 to 21:00
Wednesday 09:00 to 21:00 09:00 to 21:00 08:00* to 21:00 09:00 to 21:00
Thursday 09:00 to 21:00 09:00 to 21:00 08:00* to 21:00 09:00 to 21:00
Friday 09:00 to 21:00 09:00 to 21:00 08:00* to 21:00 09:00 to 21:00
Saturday 11:00 to 16:00 CLOSED 10:00 to 16:00 11:00 to 16:00
Sunday CLOSED CLOSED 13:00 to 17:00 CLOSED
* Holloway Road Information desk opens at 9:00am
HOLIDAYS: Check the Library Website for more informationNote: services close 15 minutes before the library closes
What other resources are there?
• TUC Library Collections
Please check the Library Services Website for information about access and admission
Where can I find individual study space?
• There are plenty of individual study desks
• Look for the "Quiet Study" or"Silent Study" signs
• Individual study PCs are also available
Where can I findgroup study space?
• Group study desks are available in all libraries
• Group PCs are available in all libraries
Where can I findgroup study space?
• Study rooms can be booked from the Library catalogue
• All study rooms have PCs
• Ask at the Information Desk for help booking a room
• Be sure to book in advance – rooms are very popular
How can Iphotocopy and print?
• Print your work on the printers called "followme mono" or "followme colour"
• Copying/printing is done by crediting your student account
• To use the equipment place your student card against the reader
See instructions near printers for further details See instructions near printers for further details
What is my IT account?
• What is my username?– at the top of student card
eg: ABC1234
• What is my password?– initially set to be your date
of birth (DDMMYYYY)
• What is my university email address?– [email protected] eg: [email protected]
For more help and information go to: http://my.londonmet.ac.uk
Can I use wireless in the library?
• You can access wireless Internet on your laptop where you see this sign:
• First, go to Metranet• Click on “Wireless services
- eduroam | metNet ” for more information
Can I use other libraries?
• London Met has 4 universitylibraries that you can access
• As a student you can access other university libraries via the SCONULAccess scheme
• For full details go to:www.londonmet.ac.uk/services/sas/library-services/accessand follow the instructions
Where can I find help?
• Library Website: www.londonmet.ac.uk/library click on: “Subject Guides"
• Information Desk
• Your Academic Liaison Librarian
• CELT for Students
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