Information Services
Library staff provide assistance to help you with locating information for your studies. Contact your campus library or email us for assistance with assignment related information.
Resources
Our libraries contain a wide variety of resources, including books, magazines, videos and DVD's. Use the TAFE NSW Library catalogue to search for these resources.
Our libraries also subscribe to a range of online resources:
- Articles and databases
- Online videos
- E-books.
Our Course Resources page offers resources specific to your course.
Training
Library tours and orientations are offered by all our libraries. If you are an online or distant student you can view the online Library Orientation.
Computers and Internet Access on Campus
Computers in our libraries offer access to the Internet and software
applications. A DET login is required to use the computers. Please contact Campus Administration or ask the library staff about how to obtain your DET login.
Facilities
Our libraries have individual and group study facilities, audiovisual equipment, card-operated photocopiers, student access computers and printers. See individual campus libraries for more information.
Who can borrow?
All current North Coast TAFE students and staff can borrow using their TAFE card. A TAFE card can be obtained from the Campus Administration office.
Members of the public can join their local North Coast TAFE library for a fee.
What can I borrow?
Use the TAFE NSW Library Catalogue to find resources held in our campus libraries. Most resources held in our campus libraries are available for loan. For specific information on resources and load periods see your campus library.
Items that are related to your course and held in other TAFE NSW libraries can be obtained for you by your campus library staff.
Penalties and Charges
Borrowing priviledges are suspended until all overdue items are returned. A $10.00 fine for each item is imposed once an item becomes more than 23 days overdue.
Failure to return overdue items and pay outstanding charges may result in your course results and transcript being withheld.
Can I renew my loans?
You can renew an item as long as it is not overdue or reserved by another person. Items can be renewed by email, phone, online and in person at your campus libarary.