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Finding Books and Articles: Using the Library Catalog

A short tutorial on finding books in the catalog, using ebooks, and locating articles in databases.

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Using the PSC Library Catalog

To locate books in the Polk State Library, use the library's online catalog.  The catalog is on the library's web site. From the library's website, click on the link for Books/Catalog. 

Enter your search terms and click search.

catalog screen shot

The top results are the most relevant items.
 

search results screen

There is no limit on the number of books a student is allowed to check out at any time.   Books are checked out for three weeks at a time and can be renewed online through "My Account."

     

Polk State College is committed to equal access/equal opportunity in its programs, activities, and employment. For additional information, visit polk.edu/equity.