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Reference Books

These books are located on the first floor in all three libraries. The books in this section are for LIBRARY USE ONLY and the call number is always preceded by the word "Ref."

Catalog Search

You can access the library catalog at libcat.sanjac.edu.

You can search for a book if you know its title, author, ISBN, or call number by changing the drop-down menu on the right. Or you can leave the drop-down on 'Keyword' and perform a keyword search. Using the drop-down box on the left, you can choose also which library location you would like to search.

The most common type of search is a keyword search. Enter a phrase like "texting" or "driving." If you have more than one keyword, connect the keywords with the word 'and' (Texting and driving).

After you've entered your keywords, click Search. You can check the checkbox for "Limit search to available items" if you only want to find results that are available for check out. 

Click on a book title for more detailed information about the book.

To request this book click on the "Hold this item" button, you will be prompted for your name and student ID.

You may also find it on the shelf using the call number. If you click on the call number, you are able to browse the shelf or books nearby electronically.

If you need more assistance, watch the video below or ask a librarian. We are always happy to help!

Look for a book

You can get into the library catalog using the links on the left, or click here. The homepage of the catalog looks like this:

You can search for a book if you know its title, author, ISBN, or call number by changing the first drop-down menu. Or you can leave the drop-down on 'Keyword' and perform a keyword search.

Using the second drop-down box, you can choose which library location you'd like to search. Or you can leave the menu on "View Entire Collection" to find books at North, Central, and South. You can request books to be sent from one campus to another.

The most common type of search is a keyword search. Enter a phrase like "childhood obesity" or "global waming." If you have more than one keyword, connect the keywords with the word 'and.' So if I wanted to search for books about the death penalty in Texas, I might type the following:

After you've entered your keywords, click Search. You can check the checkbox for "Limit search to available items" if you only want to find results that are available for check out. The results page for your search looks like this:

Click on a book title for more detailed information about the book:

For information on how to request this book or find it on the shelf using the call number, see other tabs in this guide.

Circulating Books

These books are located upstairs in all three libraries. These are the ONLY books in the library that you may check out and take out of the library. You must have your San Jac student id to check out books.

Book Hunting - Call Numbers

The Library of Congress Classification system arranges materials by subject. The first sections of the call number represent the subject. The letter-and-decimal section of the call number often represents the author's last name. The last section of a call number is often the date of publication.

example:

Title: The guide to learning and study skills:
for higher education and at work


Author: Drew, Sue


Call Number: LB2395 .D739 2010

You can renew books online!

You can access your library account online in order to renew books by opening the library catalog and clicking "Login" on the top right. 

Enter your name and G number.

Once you've logged in, you can see your library record, select the books you want to renew from the list and click "Renew Marked." To renew all of your books, click "Renew All" :

Click YES to confirm your request and you will see a confirmation of your successful renewal and the new due date for your book:

You may receive a message that says "Renewal Failed. Please see library staff member for assistance." Your renewal might not be allowed because someone else has placed a request for the book, the book has been renewed too many times (each book can only be renewed once), or your account is set to expire before the new due date. Contact a librarian for help.

https://www.sanjac.edu/library| Central Library: 281-476-1850 | Generation Park Campus: 281-998-6150 x8133 | North Library: 281-459-7116 | South Library: 281-998-6150 ext. 3306