LIBRARY GUIDES AND REGULATIONS
INTRODUCTION
Welcome to Udsm-Mchas Library.
The Library seeks to support the College's teaching, learning, and research activities by providing innumerable information resources and services. To mention a few, the Library has a substantial amount of electronic and printed information resources with local and international research courage. To enhance the steady utilization of these resources, the Library is highly invested in human and technical resources with highly trained staff who are always happy to assist users in locating, retrieving, and using information.
MAJOR SECTION
The Library has three major sections namely, Check Point and Issue Desk, Reader and Information Service as well as Technical and Collection (Stock) Maintenance Service.
OPENING HOURS
The Library has two opening hours depending on academic calendars
During academic terms
Monday to Saturday 08:00 am-10:30pm
Sunday & Public Holidays 02:00pm-10:30pm
Vacation terms
Monday-Friday 08:00am-05:00 pm
Saturday 08:00am-01:30pm
Sunday Closed
ADMISSION AND MEMBERSHIP
All members of the college are entitled to use the library as readers
COLLECTIONS
The Library has two main collections namely, General and Reference Collection. The general collection is an open-access collection that allows readers to use books inside and outside the library but only if the number of copies is more than four. Also, Reference Collection includes all Referral materials such as Periodicals, Articles, and Journals.
ELECTRONIC RESOURCES
Currently, the Library has access to the following E-resources
{I} Electronic journals
{ii} Electronic resources
{iii} E-books
{iv} Article and Magazine.
Also, the Library has access to a website known as Up to Date Works as Medscape that allows users to access all updated information on medical issues.
LIBRARY SECURITY
The security of Library user properties is his /her responsibility. Users are not advised to bring valuable items with them to the Library, user is asked to leave all bags, folders, and coats at the cloak/bag deposit area after removing all valuable items. The Library shall not be held responsible for any loss of items. To be allowed into the Library a user must show an identity card. For users who are not members of UDSM-MCHAS Community membership cards must be presented before entering the library.
THEFT
Theft of library items is a criminal offense. The following acts shall be considered book theft and shall be punished accordingly:
{i} Any act of trying to take out unborrowed library materials shall be considered attempted theft.
{ii} Any act of hiding library materials on the shelves in the toilets or anywhere else for use within the library is theft.
LIBRARY RULES AND REGULATIONS
For UDSM-MCHAS Library to provide an atmosphere for the conductive use of all its services and facilities, the community is required to comply with the library rules and regulations listed before. Users in the library must respect the rights and privileges of all other users. The following are the rules and regulations users must follow within the Library:
{i} Idle conversation, loud laughter, and other unnecessary noise disturb library users and must therefore be avoided. Failure to observe silence will result in dismissal from the library and other disciplinary measures
{ii} Eating, smoking, and sleeping are not allowed in the library
{iii} Wearing coats, jackets, hats slippers is not allowed
{iv} Sexual acts, drinking displays, or use of weapons is not allowed in the library
{v} Personal hygiene is highly recommended
CONCLUSION
Please be informed that the Library discourages all kinds of discrimination acts, all users are treated and served equally regardless of any personal relationship with Librarians. You are all warmly welcome to UDSM-MCHAS LIBRARY. For more information and current awareness also updates please contact any librarian.
Thank you for your consideration and enjoy our services.