Admission, circulation, general enquiries, reference, and
computer support are co-coordinated from the Service Desk on
the ground floor of the Library. Service transactions
(including the issue and return of borrowed material) cease
30 minutes before the posted library closing time on any
given day.
Functions of Circulation System.
The
primary responsibility of the Circulation Department is to
ensure easy and equitable access to the Library's print
collections and course reserves. The Department's functions
include:
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Overseeing the borrowing of library materials and
borrower records.
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Administering access to course reserves.
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Assisting borrowers with locating books and other items
in the Library.
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Providing assistance to users in locating and using
periodicals, audiovisuals, and AV equipment.
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Maintaining the order of the Library's print
collections.
Answering questions about policies such as loans, renewals,
recalls, fines, and other policies.
Circulation Policies.
Students, Faculty, and Staff
Books / Other Materials
The
circulation period for books varies depending on whether the
borrower is a student, faculty member, staff member, IBA
alumni or not affiliated with IBA. Journals do not
circulate.
Fines
The fine for overdue material is Rs. 5/= per day with
increased fines for all special materials.
Renewals
Students, faculty, and staff can renew books in person at
the circulation desk. You cannot renew books if:
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You have an overdue book.
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You have unpaid Library fines.
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The book has reached its renewal limit.
Another student, faculty or researcher has requested the
book.
Recalls
If a book has been charged out for more than 28 days, a
recall can be placed on the book. The borrower will be
notified that another borrower has requested it and that the
book must be returned within one week to avoid a fine. The
current fine for recalled materials is Rs.1.00 per day. The
person requesting the book will be notified when it is
returned.
IBA Alumni
IBA Alumni can apply for borrowing privileges by stopping at
the circulation desk and filling out a library registration
form. Once the form is completed, alumni status will be
verified and the information will be put into the Library's
borrower record. The verification process may take up to 24
hours during the business week. Alumni privileges apply for
one year.
Reference Services
All staff at the Service Desk can assist with general
enquiries, including information about the library setup and
use of the library catalogue. The Reference Librarian who is
normally available for walk-in/phone/e-mail consultation
between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday - Saturday, provides
subject specific reference assistance and extended
instruction in library systems and catalogues. Suggestions
for new books, periodicals or electronic acquisitions can
also be directed to the subject specialist staff.
