Finding course reserves
- 1. Finding Course Reserves USING THE CLASSIC CATALOG
- 2. What is a course reserve? Professors of any course at the University can request that a book, CD, DVD, etc. be held behind the circulation desk and loaned as a reserve for the duration of time they request. The item can be either belong to the library or the professor personally. The purpose of reserve items is to allow easier access to a group of students who may need these materials for their coursework. Reserve items are available for students in the class, as well as any other library patron with an active account with no blocks.
- 3. Using the Catalog to find Reserves Click on the Course Reserves link on the library homepage.
- 4. Using the Catalog to find Reserves Click on the “Search Course Reserves” box. The “Classic Catalog” interface will appear. Note: You can also get to the Classic Catalog directly from the main library webpage.
- 5. Using the Classic Catalog to find Reserves Once you are in the Classic Catalog, click the tab that reads “Course Reserve.”
- 6. Using the Classic Catalog to find Reserves Search terms on this page are selected from drop-down menus in each category. Almost always, the most efficient search uses only the course dropdown, leaving the others as “any.” You can also search by Instructor or Department if needed. Large courses with multiple instructors may not appear in the results. Searching by section will not give useful results.
- 7. Using Classic Catalog to find Reserves Search for the course by department and specific course number in the drop-down menu.
- 8. Using Classic Catalog to find Reserves Sample Course search results Because there are three results which all have the same title, it’s likely these are multiple copies of the same (or similar) books for this single course. These copies may be located in different libraries, and appear as separate records in the catalog.
- 9. Using Classic Catalog to find Reserves Click on the title to see more details about the book.
- 10. Using Classic Catalog to find Reserves This leads to an item record. Remember to check the location of the item carefully and confirm that the book is the correct edition. There can be copies of a reserve item at more than one library. This book is over at Bird Library
- 11. Locating Reserves in the reserves cabinet Reserves at Carnegie Library are located in the cabinet directly behind the main circulation desk. They are arranged by the course abbreviation and number. For example: BIO 101 BIO 104 CIE 103 PHY 400 You may go to the course location on the shelf and find a white plastic marker that refers you to another course. We use those when a book is on reserve for multiple courses.
- 12. Locating Reserves in the reserves cabinet Versions, titles, and authors can vary slightly, so double-check to ensure you have the right item. Here at Carnegie, we sometimes keep previous editions of high-demand items on reserve. If so, “previous edition” will be clearly marked on the spine of the book. Always ask the patron if a previous edition is acceptable before charging it out. If the student is not sure the book is correct, you can ask if they have the course syllabus with them. You can also check the SU bookstore listing, see the professor’s information on the departmental webpage, etc.
- 13. Can’t find a reserve item? If you’re unable to a reserve item: Check to see if the book is already checked out. Let the patron know when the item is due, and ask if they would like us to not renew the item when it comes back. We do not place holds on reserve items. Sometimes a student asks for an item that a professor may not yet have placed on reserve. Also, reserve items take time to process even after the request is submitted. A staff member can check Ares to see if the item is in process. Double-check to make sure the item is not at another library. The reserve might also be an e-book. If you still can’t find it, always get a staff member to help you!
- 14. Reserve Loan Periods The loan periods are: 2 hours 3 hours 24 hours 3 days 7 days Rarely, an item will be restricted for in-library- use-only. You should see that clearly marked on the book. If so, let the patron know that they’re not permitted to take the book outside. The loan period is usually selected by the professor. Reserve loan periods vary per item.
- 15. Charging Out Reserves in Voyager Reserves circulate through Voyager, just like ordinary books. Media (DVDs, CDs, etc.) on reserve also circulate through Voyager. For the most part, you will not need to deal with these at Carnegie. Check out a reserve book in Voyager by placing it on the RFID pad as usual. Double-check the due date when charging out reserves. Be sure to print a receipt for the patron as well as tell them the loan period. “This book is due in two hours.”
- 16. Reserves “Do not renew” If someone comes to the desk asking for a reserve book that is already checked out, ask them if they want us to not renew the item when it is returned. If so, put a “do not renew” note at the main circulation desk that includes: course number, item, time and date. Many of the larger courses have multiple copies of the same book, and this situation should not happen very frequently. Do not renew any reserve items before checking if someone else is waiting for the item. If someone else is waiting for the book, please DO NOT RENEW the item. If you are not sure, please ask a staff member.
- 17. Reserve Questions? Reserve resources: Carnegie Library Bill for all math reserves Jessica for all other reserves Bird Library Stephanie Helsher ILL Supervisor Ronald Figueroa Interlibrary Loan, Delivery & Course Reserve Manager