Reserve

What is the Reserve collection?

The aim of the Reserve collection is to allow large numbers of students to access high demand course readings. The collection contains printed books, electronic fulltext journal articles and chapters from books, CD-ROM's, photocopied articles, lecture notes, and other course related materials. Items are placed on Reserve either on the recommendation of a lecturer or because they are essential references on a course reading list. Reserve material can be located by searching for the author or title in the library catalogue .

Where is it?

The printed books and articles are in the Reserve collection located at the Loans/Information desk.

Is Reserve the same as Reference?

No. Reference is a separate section containing tools for finding information and facts (like dictionaries, indexes and encyclopedias).

If I reserve a book that is out on loan, is this where I collect it?

No. If you want a book that is on loan you need to put a hold on it. Holds should be collected from the Loans desk.

What do I need to know about borrowing from Reserve?

You MUST produce your ID card to borrow items from Reserve.
You may borrow 2 items at a time to use for 2 hours within the Library.
Reserve items cannot be taken out of the library or be borrowed for more than 2 hours.
Reserve loans cannot be renewed or have holds placed on them.
The penalty for late return of Reserve items is R1.00 per hour (or part hour).
Patrons with maximum fines or with any overdue items are automatically blocked from borrowing.
Books may be borrowed for extended loan over the long summer vacation (provided they are not required for Summer School courses).

How can I put a book on Reserve?

Only Monash University teaching staff are able to put items on Reserve. Teaching staff are welcome to contact library staff to discuss requirements.

For more details on borrowing from the library, go to:

Need help?
Ask a librarian via email salibrary@lib.monash.edu, or phone +27-11-950-4050

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