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Here's a fantastic TED-Ed video for a bright Friday morning!

The art of the metaphor

New to the library?

Things you should know about...

 

We are open from 9.15am - 8.00pm Monday - Thursday and from 9.15 - 5.00pm on Fridays.

  

The library also houses the Student Information Desk (SID). This is where to go if you need forms stamped, letters from the college, general information etc... 

There are computers available to use in the library in the group study zone and the quiet zone. Just logon using your Student Number and your Password.

WIFI access is also available to users...just sign up using the form available at SID   

Printing & Photocopying is possible in the library...you just need to top up your account using a debit or credit card...(Instructions on how to do this are available at SID)

 As well as books, we also have audio visual material, journals and newspapers in the library.

 We also provide access to academic journals online...Guides on how to search our online databases are available from the library desk.

 To find a book in the library just go to the library homepage or use the OPAC terminals located throughout the library.

Searches are done using keywords [just like you would on Google!]  You can search by title, author, subject etc. In the results page, material will be listed along with where to find it on the shelf and whether it is readily available to borrow.

We shelve material in the library using the 'Dewey Decimal system'. A simple guide to this is available here

 

  

We also have a new tool on the library homepage called 'One Search'. This allows users to search our library collection and online academic journals all in one go...

We are here to help you...if you have any queries

More information about ITB library is available on the Library Hub

As a library user, we ask that you adhere to the following

The library is a place of study…We don’t like noise!

The Library is divided into Noise Zones

Group study area (Green Zone) – Group work is allowed, but only at a reasonable level of volume.

Quiet Study area (Orange Zone) – Students must work individually, noise to be kept to a minimum.

Silent Study Area (Red Zone) – Students must work in absolute silence

-Users who make excessive noise and disturb others will be removed from the library.

-Use of Mobile phones is not permitted.

Talking on mobile phones, or phones ringing in the Library, is strictly forbidden. They must be set to silent mode. There is an on-the-spot fine of €5 if a mobile rings or if a student is found talking on their mobile.

The library is not a restaurant!

Consumption of Food, Tea, Coffee and other drinks is not permitted. You can only bring water into the library.

If you want to have a social meeting with your friends, go to the canteen.

Remember to bring your ID card!

You will need your Student ID card each and every time you borrow material from the library. You will also need it at the Student Information Desk if you need any forms stamped etc…

Bring your books to the issue desk before taking them out!

We have a security system in place. You must ensure that all items have been checked out properly at the Issue Desk, or at the self-service checkout system. Improperly checked items will incur a fine of €5.00.

Long Loan items – fine of 40c per day.
Short Loan items – fine of 70c per day.
Day Loans – fine of €1 per day.

Items may be renewed twice, provided nobody else has reserved them and they are not overdue.

If you have fines on your account you will not be able to borrow until the fine is cleared.

You are responsible for what you borrow

Users have full responsibility for all Library materials borrowed on their ID card. Lost or damaged items will be charged to you.

Know your limits!

Full time and part time students may borrow up to 5 items at any one time. Postgraduate students may borrow up to 10.

Be fair…

PC access is granted to students with the understanding that they be used productively. They should be used for college related work only; otherwise you are depriving other students of the opportunity to get work done.

Help us to help you

Users of the library must comply with the instruction of library staff at all times. Aggressive, anti-social behavior directed towards staff or other students will not be tolerated.

Users should make themselves aware of the rules and report activities that breach them to staff or security.

Borrowing library books... it's child's play!

Have you borrowed a library book yet?  If not, here is some useful information!

What do you need?
You just need your student card.  Your student card is also your library card, and you are automatically a member of ITB Library when you start college. 

Just come to the library desk with your student card and the book you wish to borrow!


How many books can you borrow at a time?
Students can borrow up to 5 books, or items, at a time.  As well as books, you can borrow DVDs, CDs, reports, calculators, headphones etc.


How long can you borrow items for?
Most text books can be borrowed for 2 weeks at a time; these are long loans. 

In order to make the library books accessible to as many students as possible, some books are short loans.  At the start of each term we ask your lecturers to recommend core texts for short loan.  The first copy of each title is library use only; these books cannot be borrowed but they are always available in the library.  All other copies of the title are short loans; they can be borrowed for 1 week at a time.


What if you want a book for a little longer?
When a book is returned late, or after the due date, there are overdue fines.  Avoid this by renewing your books on or before the day that they are due to be returned.  We will renew your books up to two times so long as no other student has reserved them and they are not late.

Still have questions?  Email us at libraryinfo@itb.ie

Know your place on ITB Campus!!

Here is a quick guide to finding your way around campus

A block ('Aontas'): This building houses administrative functions such as the Admissions office, Fees and Grants office, Exams office etc. It also has lecture theatres, class rooms, and a board room. Computer and printer access is available in this building. Some lecturers have their offices in this building.

B Block ('Buntas'): This building houses the 'LINC', our Industry and Innovation Hub.

C Block ('Croi'): In this building you'll find the canteen, shop, bank, ATM, gym, and the sports hall. Upstairs you'll find the Students Union office, the coffee shop, the college nurse, access office, the careers office and the oratory.

D Block ('Doras') Amongst other things, this building houses the Caretakers office and the Horticulture workshop.

E Block ('Eolas') houses the school offices, lecture theatres and class rooms. Many lecturers have their offices in this building also.

F Block ('Fios') This building houses the library, the Student Information Desk (SID), Reception, the Marketing department, the Registrar's office, the President's office, the Heads of School and Security. It also houses a lecture theatre, class rooms, computer labs and a board room.

You can access computers, printing, class rooms and lockers throughout the campus. You should familiarise yourself with each building

Consult your timetables to know where you need to be! You can view your timetable here. Login using your Student number, no password required.

Accessing wireless internet in ITB

To connect to the Wireless network in ITB, first you need to complete an application form - which is available here or at the Student information desk.  Fill it in providing your name, your student number and what operating system you use (Windows 7? Vista? Mac Os...) 

 

We also need your MAC address (all devices with an internet connection have a mac address.)

How to find a MAC address on a Windows PC  

Go to Start -- All Programs -- Accessories -- Command Prompt.

Type: IPCONFIG /ALL 

Press Enter.  

We are looking for a 12 digit physical address that relates to your wireless network card. Look for it in the list of items that appears after you press enter.

How to find a MAC Address on an Apple system.

You can find MAC addresses on Apple Mac by going to the Apple Menu -- About this Mac -- More Info -- Under Active Services, click on Ethernet

How to find a MAC address on an Iphone

Tap Settings on the iPhone main screen

In the iPhone settings, go to General

Go to About

Search for WIFI MAC address.

How to find the MAC address of an Android phone

Android phones can vary, but generally speaking you will find the MAC address by following these steps

Click on the phones Settings -- About Phone -- Status -- Scroll down to WIFI MAC Address

Enter the MAC address on the form. 

Read all the conditions on the form, initial each box, and  then sign and date it. 

Return the form to the Student information desk.

An email will be sent to your student email account with instructions on how to connect.

If you are having trouble connecting to the network, follow the video tutorials below.

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How to Access ITBWireless Network​	XP​	Vista / 7​
How to Access Eduroam Network​	XP​	Vista / 7​