Library FAQ

Library FAQ - CCSF

Library FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions

Circulating books (books that you can take home) have a three week loan period. (Note: Faculty and staff may borrow circulating materials for longer periods.)

Reference books cannot be checked out.

Reserve materials which include textbooks, and other items that an instructor has placed on reserve have limited loan periods ranging from one hour to seven days.

How can I renew books?

Renewals are allowed one time for circulating materials that are not overdue, and do not have a hold placed on them.
Renewals are for three weeks starting on the day they are renewed.
You cannot renew materials, if you have an outstanding library fine.
Reserve materials may not be renewed.

Renewing in Person
To renew a book in person bring it to the Library Circulation Desk on or before the due date.

Renewing by Telephone

To renew items over the telephone you must call the Rosenberg Library's Circulation Department (415) 452-5433 or the Circulation Department of your campus library during open hours, on or before the due date. Telephone renewals are not accepted via voice-mail.

Renewing Online

Select the FIND BOOKS icon from http://www.ccsf.edu/Library

Select VIEW MY PATRON RECORD (located near the bottom left of the screen)

Enter your NAME, BAR CODE number and PIN.

To connect directly to VIEW MY PATRON RECORD Click Here
If this does not connect you, go back to the main library page and select FIND BOOKS

Does the library have textbooks?

The library, in general, does not purchase textbooks. However, instructors and the Associated Students of CCSF may provide textbooks for some of your classes. Textbooks have a limited loan period. Use the library's online catalog to determine if your textbook is available. Search by title, course name or instructor. Also, find out about the CCSF Associated Students' BookLoan Program. If you need further assistance, visit a CCSF Library or call us when we are open.

Does the library have videos?

The library does own videos, CDs, and audiocassettes. These materials cannot be taken home and must be viewed or listened to in the library. Search for these materials in our OPAC (use the Find Books: Library Catalog option on the library's web page.

Obtaining a Library Card

All currently registered CCSF students must obtain a photo student ID:
If you are an online student and cannot come on campus, you may request a bar code number from your online instructor. This bar code number will allow you to access the library's online resources. Your photo student ID is also your library card. A bar code is printed on it. This will allow you to check out books at any campus library, use computers, and allow access our periodical databases. You may obtain one at Smith Hall, Room 118, Ocean Campus. Photo IDs may also be issued at other campuses--check with campus staff.

Staff or faculty members may obtain a faculty/staff photo ID at Smith Hall, Room 118, Ocean Campus. Photo IDs may also be issued at other campuses--check with campus staff.

San Francisco resident but not a CCSF student, staff or faculty member: may obtain a library card/bar code by showing an ID with a San Francisco address (not a P.O. Box). Borrowing privileges are limited. You cannot use the Open Access Computer Labs, and there may be other restrictions.

Where can I find periodical articles?

The library subscribes to a variety of periodicals: newspapers, journals and magazines. Check the periodicals holding list to see whether the library has a particular journal or newspaper.

To find articles on a specific topic you must use an index. The library subscribes to several online databases you may search by subject to find articles. Access the databases by selecting the Find Articles: Databases icon on the library's main web page http://www.ccsf.edu/Library.

Open Access Computer Labs

Rosenberg Library
4th Floor: Workstations provide internet access. Find books and articles. Requires library bar code.
5th Floor (Room 521): Computers provide word processing, spreadsheet, database programs (Microsoft Office), internet. Has a scanner. Requires library bar code and student ID number.
2nd Floor, Learning Assistance Center: Computer labs provide internet access, various software programs. Call the Center for more information.

Campus Libraries
Campus Libraries also provide workstations. Access the internet, periodical databases. Word processing and other software programs may be available. Call individual libraries for more information.

Other computer labs on the Ocean/Phelan Campus
Note: Call to confirm time, requirements.

Where can I get help with my homeowrk?

Visit any CCSF library when they are open.
Call any CCSF library when they are open.
Visit the Learning Assistance Center's Tutorial Center
E-mail the library by using ERef

Where can I FAX a document?

1.A fax machine is available in the Rosenberg Library, Ocean/Phelan Campus. Ask at the Circulation Desk, 4th Floor. Call 415-452-5541 for cost.
2. Career & Development Center - Science 127 - provides free faxing for CCSF students who are faxing resumes/cover letters. Phone: 239-3117
3. The CCSF Bookstore Annex on Phelan Ave. (Ocean/Phelan Campus 452-5210) and CCSF Bookstore at the John Adams Campus (561-1871) have a fax machine for students. Not free. Call for cost.
4. Try CopyEdge on 1508 Ocean Ave. near Miramar St.- CopyEdge also has a color photocopier. 415-587-5345

Does the library have a color copier?

A color copier is available in the Rosenberg Library, 3rd Floor. Call 415-452-5541 for cost.

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