Collections
The COS Library houses more than 50,000 book volumes arranged in subject areas by Dewey Decimal classification, and about 70 periodical subscriptions shelved by title on open stacks. Also available are audio and video recordings, CD-ROMS, audio books, microfilmed resources, newspapers, pamphlets, plays, maps, and special reserve collection of local history and Mount Shasta. Online periodical and reference databases, and more than 21,000 full-text eBooks are available on our website.
A reserve collection of textbooks, cameras, audio and video recordings, and assigned class readings is located behind the circulation desk. The circulation period for reserve materials is typically 2 hours, library use only. Be sure to ask at the desk.
Circulation
Most circulating books and other materials can be checked out for two weeks. Borrowers must have a current library card. Materials may be renewed twice if no one else is waiting for them. Renewals may be made by telephone, email, or online using the online catalog. Materials may be returned to the outside book drop or deposited in the book return slot at the circulation desk. Holds can be placed on materials that are checked out. Reference books, microfilm, bound magazines, most reserve books, and local history materials may not be taken from the library. Most audiovisual materials must be used in the library.
Overdue Policy and Fines
Most circulating materials have a Friday due date. Materials not returned to the library by closing time on the due date are subject to a fine of one dollar, per item, per week, up to a maximum fine of five dollars per item.
Reserve cameras not returned to the library by closing time on the due date are subject to a fine of one dollar fine, per item, per day, up to a maximum fine of five dollars per item.
For lost or unreturned materials, borrowers will be billed for the cost of the item, a replacement fee of $10, and any overdue charges. Students with overdue materials will not be allowed to check out additional materials until the overdue items are returned. Students who do not return overdue materials or pay fines will not be permitted to obtain grades or transcripts, or renew their library cards. Borrowers who refuse to return overdue materials will lose their borrowing privileges. The library reserves the right to suspend borrowing privileges of anyone who repeatedly has overdue materials.
Recalled Materials
Any item checked out to a borrower may be recalled. Typically, this would occur if another borrower requests an item that is overdue. Recalled materials must be returned within 48 hours. Failure to return recalled items will result in immediate billing, loss of borrowing privileges and possible disciplinary action.
Reference Service
Library staff are trained and available to help you find information, or to assist you in using the library catalog, CD-ROM files, the Internet and various databases. Do not hesitate to ask for help. We are here to serve you!
Interlibrary Loan (Not Currently Offered)
Equipment/Study Room
Audiocassette/CD players and TV/VCR units are available for use in the library. A photocopier (10 cents a page) and a microfilm printer (25 cents a page) are available. A scanner is available, but students must provide their own storage devices, which can be purchased at the campus bookstore. The library is also equipped with an elevator, wheelchair accessible desk and computer station, and a variable-speed cassette player. In addition, a computer workstation is equipped with software to improve accessibility for individuals with disabilities. Group study rooms can be used by students when available. Please ask at the circulation desk.
Student Conduct
When using the COS Library, students are expected to abide by the policies outlined in the COS Student Handbook including the Student Code of Conduct and Plagiarism. In addition, students are expected to adhere to the College's policy on Use of the Internet, as well as COS Library Internet Guidelines and other library policies. The most important service the library offers is a quiet place for students to study and do research. Students using the library are expected to maintain the quiet atmosphere.
Library Hours
Monday through Thursday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Friday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
No weekend or holiday hours.
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