TAFE NSW Hunter Institute

Newcastle Campus provides education in diverse subject areas - business, welfare, information technology, general and basic education, engineering and construction trades.

These areas are well represented in the Library's collection, which houses approximately 43,000 volumes and 2200 videos and DVD's.  Over 30 electronic databases are also available.

Professional library staff are available to assist students in the use of the library and its resources.  The library staff also deliver Information Literacy programs to teach research skills.

Library conditions of use apply to all students.  Click here to see further details:        

How do I join?

Once your TAFEcard photo is taken you are registered to use the library

The TAFEcard is valid for the duration of your course and can be used at any TAFE library

You must have your TAFEcard or proof of student enrolment with you to borrow

What can I borrow?

A total of 15 items may be borrowed

BOOKS - Up to 8 books for 2 weeks

MAGAZINES - Up to 12 magazines for 2 weeks

VIDEOS/DVDS - Up to 3 videos/DVDs for 1 week

MUSIC CDS - Up to 2 music CDs for 1 week

You cannot borrow if you have overdue items

Penalties may apply to overdue items

How do I renew my loans?

Renewals can be made on loans TWICE unless reserved by someone else.  Phone 4923 7725 or call in to renew items ON or BEFORE THE DUE DATE.

You may renew your loans online by logging into My Account in the TAFE NSW Library Catalogue.  You will need to obtain a PIN from your Campus Library Staff in order to do this.

Overdue material cannot be renewed.

What can I do if the item is out?

Library staff can make reservations for you on items which are currently on loan.

Where do I return items?
All loans should be returned to the library from which they were borrowed.
Book return chutes are located at the Information Desk and outside the Ground Floor Library door. 

Borrowing from Newcastle University

Members of Newcastle Campus Library in good standing may apply to join the University of Newcastle Library.  Please see TAFE Library staff for details.

Closed Reserve

Material which is currently in heavy demand, or class materials provided by teachers, are often placed in Closed Reserve.  This is a special collection located on the ground floor behind the Information Desk.  Material is usually limited to 2 hour use or overnight use only.  Please see staff at the Information Desk to borrow these items.

Inter-Campus Loans and Online Forms

Books and other items not held by this library may be borrowed for you from another TAFE library, provided that it is essential for your course.  Two items can be requested at the one time and most items arrive within 7 to 10 working days.  Ask at the Information Desk for further information or simply fill in an online ILL request form.  You will need your TAFEcard to do this.  Other services such as placing holds on items which are currently on loan can also be done via Online Forms.  Click here to see forms available.

Student Computers and Printing

Computers For Assignment Use

The library has 20 computers available for assignment use.  Student computers are self-booked, with a limit of two hours per student per day.  Booking sheets are available at the Information Desk (Ground Floor of the Library).  To use the computers you must be a current TAFE student with a TAFEcard.

In addition, 6 express student computers are available during library opening hours for 10 minute periods for non-assignment use.  This enables students to access their email accounts.

Computer Programs

All of the computers offer access to the Internet, online resources and a wide range of programs including:

Microsoft Office 2003
Access
Excel
FrontPage
PowerPoint
Publisher
Word

Adobe Acrobat
Project 2007
M.Y.O.B.

Your Internet Login and Password

You will be issued with a username and password shortly after enrolment.  Keep a record of this as you will need it to access the Internet or your email on a TAFE campus.

Saving Your Work

Please bring along your own USB device or CD-R/RW to save your work.

Printing

Laser printing is available from all computers using a charged TAFE card.  Please bring change along to charge up your TAFE card (5 cent pieces or notes are not accepted by the machine).

See below for printing costs. 

Photocopying & Printing Costs

Use the TAFEcard charger in the Photocopying/Printing Room to pay for your photocopying and printing needs.

Please bring coins for your photocopying and printing needs as the Hunter Institute is a cash free workplace and Library Staff are unable to provide change.  The TAFEcard charger does not accept notes or 5c pieces.

Flexible Delivery Centre

The centre is staffed by teachers and provides free tutorial assistance for TAFE students.  It is located on the first floor of the Library and a timetable at the door outlines the current program.  Phone: 49237625 for more information.  Click here for the current timetable.