3. The Automation Department installs and maintains all
terminals, personal computers, servers and related
peripherals that are used in the library.
Departmental staff administer the library's Local Area
Network, installing and maintaining all program and data
files located on the LAN servers.
The staff also administer and maintain all of the Library's
Server Systems. The Automation Department also
maintains Library specific services and software and
services.
4. The Automation Department is responsible for
planning, designing, implementing and maintaining
library computing systems, including the database
network, library instruction classrooms,
media/computer rooms, as well as public/staff
workstations and terminals throughout the library.
6. Virus checks
–All networked computers have virus
checking software installed which are
updated on a weekly basis. Users’ floppy
discs are automatically scanned for viruses.
Applications Software
− The standard supported application software is
Microsoft Office, which includes Word for Windows
(word processor); Excel (spreadsheet); PowerPoint
(graphic presentation package) Access (database).
In addition, SPSS, EndNote and a range of
educational software is installed on the Network.
7. • Printing
– Printing is charged for at the rate of a
sheet for printing. Printing elsewhere in the
university may also be charged for and will
require crediting of a separate account.
• Virtual Learning Environment
– The university uses BlackBoard as its virtual
learning environment
8. • E-mail Registration
– Users are automatically registered on the
library which provides access for logging
into to any computer on the library
network; to an email account, and to
electronic journals.
• Technical Assistance
– Information Services maintains detailed self-
help web pages with documentation,
tutorials and frequently asked questions
(FAQs) on the major applications used
throughout the library.
9. Information technology plays an important role in the
services the Library provides for its users.
• Library Catalogue
With this system it is possible for Library users to search
for items, place orders for items to be retrieved from
storage and to keep track of their requests.
• Internet Access
The Library provides access to the internet via
our network and via wireless hotspots.
12. The Audiovisual Department houses materials in a variety of formats,
including unabridged audiobooks on cassette, CD, and MP3 CD.
Also available are VHS videos, including many with public
performance rights that can be shown in the classroom and to large
groups without risk of copyright violations. DVD’s are a growing
part of the collection, with emphasis on popular feature films.
The AV Department also offers a rich assortment of music on CD,
with an emphasis on classical music.
14. Video Cassettes
A variety of entertainment videos is
available at all locations. A large collection
of educational and informational videos is
available at the Library.
15. Audio Books
Full length and abridged fiction and nonfiction
audio books on cassette and CD for both adults and
children are available in the public library. Branch
locations also have collections of audio books
which rotate between the branches.
16. DVDs
A variety of entertainment and educational DVDs
are available in the library. Entertainment DVDs
are available at all locations.
17. Programming Kits
Many multimedia programming kits are available in the
public library. A kit typically consists of a carousel tray of
slides, cassette tape(s) with narration and/or music, other
memorabilia and a manual of suggested activities for
reminiscing. Kits may be booked in advance for a specified
program date by contacting Audio Visual Services
18. Compact Discs
A collection of classical and popular music on
compact disc is available in the library.
CD-ROM
A variety of educational and recreational CD-ROMs
for both adults and children are available for check-out
at all locations.
21. Introduction
Children service including children's
programming and special events, readers'
advisory and reference services; work closely
with appropriate library staff to develop,
enhance, and promote services of the
department and the library as a whole.
23. Discovery Room
A parent/child interaction center with puppets,
puzzles and a dress-up center. A different thematic is
provided. Thematic units may include craft
activities, listening stations, games, puzzles and
books. Stop in today to see the theme currently
featured in the discovery room.
24. Computer Center
The computer center features educational games,
reference materials, and word processing programs.
Internet access is available in the Children's Department
25. Books & Magazines
Collection ranges from board books for the youngest
child to nonfiction for the junior high student.
Book/cassettes and magazines for children are available at
all locations.
26. Story Times
Story times include laps it programs for
children 23 months and younger, toddler
story times for 2 and 3 year olds and
traditional preschool story times for 4 and 5
year olds. Family story times for children and
adults of all ages are offered as well
27. Programs
Programs of all kinds are offered throughout the year.
Library staff enrich young people's lives by sharing
literature through stories and activities. Professional
performers and authors are scheduled to share their
skills with children and adults at all locations.
28. Games & Computers
Children under the age of 7 must use the computer with the
supervision of a parent/caregiver. Only one person may be at each
computer station, with the exception of young children and their
parent/caregiver. Game computers are also available at each branch
location. A special area for young children is provided within each
library, with toys and puppets to encourage language and social
skills
