E-Library

Your Gateway to Digital Discovery

Step into the University E-Library, your premier digital hub designed to power your academic journey. We're here to equip you with essential technological resources and unlock a vast universe of electronic materials, all within a vibrant and supportive learning environment.

Empowering Your Research: Computers and Connectivity

Our E-Library offers computer workstations ready for your academic endeavors. Available on a first-come, first-served basis, these stations are your launchpad for research, writing, and digital exploration. While we generally don't impose strict time limits, during peak hours, a one-hour limit may be implemented to ensure fair access for everyone. We trust you to care for our equipment and software, ensuring a productive space for all. You can even use your personal flash drives (after a quick virus scan!) and temporarily save files, though remember they'll be automatically deleted upon shutdown – so save your work elsewhere! Need a printout? Our printing services offer convenience, with two free pages daily for documents created within the E-Library, and affordable rates for all other printing needs.

Unlocking Knowledge: A World of E-Resources

Beyond the physical computers, the E-Library is your key to an unparalleled collection of e-resources. Dive deep into crucial subscription accounts like ProQuest and ScienceDirect, exclusively available to ISUFST students and faculty. Our dedicated staff is always on hand to guide you through these powerful databases. Plus, a wide array of open access resources are freely available, both within the E-Library and from anywhere with an internet connection, vastly enriching your research and learning opportunities.

We're committed to fostering an environment where learning thrives. By utilizing our E-Library, you're not just accessing resources; you're becoming part of a community dedicated to academic excellence. We encourage you to make the most of this vital resource and embrace the endless possibilities it offers for your success!

E-Library Policies: Ensuring a Positive Learning Space

General Rules

1. Library Card Requirement: All students must present their valid University Library Card (LC) to access the E-Library and its facilities.

2. First-Come, First-Served Basis: Computer usage in the E-Library will be on a first-come, first-served basis.

3. Time Limit: There will be no strict time limit for computer usage. However, during peak hours or when there is a significant queue, a one-hour limit per student may be implemented to ensure equitable access.

4. Equipment Care: Students are responsible for the proper care and maintenance of all equipment, software, and facilities within the E-Library. Any damage caused by negligence or misuse will be the student's responsibility.

Usage Guidelines

5. Prohibited Activities: Students are strictly prohibited from using the E-Library computers for the following activities:

   • Playing computer games

   • Accessing prohibited websites

   • Watching non-educational videos

   • Installing or uninstalling software

   • Deleting or moving system files

   • Changing computer system settings

6. External Storage: The use of flash drives or external drives is permitted, but they must be scanned for viruses before connecting to the E-Library network.

7. Data Storage: Students may temporarily save files on the E-Library computers. However, these files must be transferred to their personal storage device or uploaded to their cloud storage before the computer is shut down. All files saved on the E-Library computers will be automatically deleted upon shutdown.

8. Downloading Files: Downloading files from the internet is allowed, but downloaded files must be transferred to the student's personal storage device before the computer is shut down.

Printing Services

5. Printing Restrictions: Students are allowed to print documents within the E-Library, as well as external documents.

6. Daily Printing Quota: Each student is entitled to a daily printing quota of two free pages for documents created within the E-Library. Printing of external documents is not included in this free quota and will incur fees based on the paper size and whether the student provides their own paper:

   • Letter Size (SHORT):

     • If using E-Library paper: 2 pesos per page

     • If using student's own paper: 1 peso per page

   • A4 size:

     • If using E-Library paper: 3 pesos per page

     • If using student's own paper: 2 peso per page

   • 8.5in x 13in (LONG):

     • If using E-Library paper: 4 pesos per page

     • If using student's own paper: 3 pesos per page

   • Fees for other paper sizes will be determined based on availability.

   • An extra fee will be charged for printing photos or image-heavy documents.

   • Back-to-back printing will cost twice the current fee per page for the selected paper size and paper type.

11. Printing Availability: Printing services will be available until the supply of paper, ink, or toner is sufficient. The E-Library staff may decline printing requests if the necessary supplies are insufficient or if the printer is undergoing maintenance or repairs.

E-Resource Access

12. Subscription Accounts: Some E-Library resources are subscribe accounts of the university (e.g., ProQuest, Sciencedirect). These accounts are exclusively for the use of ISUFST students and faculty and cannot be shared outside ISUFST community. Students requiring assistance with subscribed e-resources should contact the E-Library staff.

13. Open Access Resources: Open Access resources can be access freely in the e-library or remotely.

General Conduct

12. Technical Assistance: Students should immediately notify the E-Library staff of any technical problems encountered during their use of the facilities.

13. Equipment Movement: Students are not allowed to move any equipment within the E-Library.

14. Adherence to University Rules: The E-Library is a part of the University Library. All rules and regulations of the University Library, including those related to behavior, conduct, and noise levels, are applicable to the E-Library.

By following these rules and regulations, students can contribute to a positive and productive environment in the E-Library.