Loan Period, Quota and Fines
For Postgraduate Students in SPEED/CYBERU programmes
| Material Type | Loan Period | Loan Quota | Maximum Renewal* |
Fines | Hold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Books | 1 term§ (excl. Reserve books & other short-term items) | 60 | N/A# | $2/day | 15 (including PolyU books and AV items (7-day loan)) |
| AV Items # | Hourly loan AV items including Reserve AV items (3 hours) | 8 | Nil | $2/hour | |
| Popular Movies & drama series (3 days) | Nil | $5/day | |||
| Other AV items (7 days) | 21 days* | ||||
| Reserve Books | 60 hours / 7 days | 6 | Nil | Hourly loans: $2/hour; 7-day loans: $2/day |
Nil |
| i-Space digital equipment | Please click here for details. | ||||
For Undergraduate Students in CPCE/SPEED programmes
| Material Type | Loan Period | Loan Quota | Maximum Renewal* |
Fines | Hold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Books | 28 days | 30 | 84 days* | $2/day | 10 (including PolyU books and AV items (7-day loan)) |
| AV Items # | Hourly loan AV items including Reserve AV items (3 hours) | 5 | Nil | $2/hour | |
| Popular Movies & drama series (3 days) | Nil | $5/day | |||
| Other AV items (7 days) | 21 days* | ||||
| Reserve Books | 24 hours / 7 days | 4 | Nil | Hourly loans: $2/hour; 7-day loans: $2/day |
Nil |
# Some AV items have been restricted for in-house use only due to very high user demand, copyright restrictions, technical limitations or at the request of teaching staff.
§ Due for return one week before a new semester starts. All loans are subject to recall.
* Items may be renewed any number of times from the date of the initial check-out until the due date reaches the limit of the “maximum renewal” period, if the item is not recalled or requested by another user. Late returns / renewals are liable to fines.
¤ Renewal of term loan items is available 1 month before the term loan due date if no requests or recall on the items. Due date of successful renewals would be the next term loan due date.
Library Notices
Due date reminder, overdue, recall, reservation pick-up, and other Library notices will be emailed to your SPEED/CPCE email account provided.
Access to e-Resources
e-Resources including e-books, e-journals, abstract and full-text databases, and a variety of multimedia materials are available. CPCE students can only access most e-Resources via the computers in the PolyU Library.
Group Study Spaces
Group Study Spaces support discussion and collaboration within designated areas in the Library:
- Collaborative spaces in 6/F South Wing, 4/F North Wing (i-Space), 1/F North Wing (inside 24-Hour Study Centre) are open areas designed for working together in groups. Lower your noise when discussing.
- Group Rooms and Group Viewing Rooms (6/F South Wing, 3/F North Wing, 1/F South Wing, G/F North Wing) are equipped with whiteboards & LED monitors to help students plan and prepare for presentations.
Quiet Study Spaces
Quiet, individual study spaces are available on all floors. Please refrain from talking and ensure that your digital devices don’t disturb others.
i-Space (3/F North Wing and 4/F North Wing)
i-Space is an experimental learning space zoned for inspiration, ideation and implementation. With i-Space facilities, Digital Visualisation Room, Makerspace and Studios, you can build prototypes and develop a spirit of innovation.
24 Hour Study Centre (1/F North Wing)
24-Hour Study Centre provides group study and quiet study spaces in separate areas. During the overnight access period, the Centre is only accessible via the 1/F entrance opposite the Campus Control Centre (P111).
Notice that participants of different programmes/courses in the CPCE are granted with different entitlements of access to facilities and services. They should refer to the respective CPCE programme/course information for entitlements to access the 24-Hour Study Centre after Library closes.
LibCafé@PolyU
LibCafé@PolyU is an ideal spot to take a break and refresh your mind while inside the Library. It provides a lively and stimulating atmosphere for social interaction and ideas exchange.
Computers
Eligible to use Walk-in & Guest Public PCs at all floors, they are installed with popular software applications. You may also access to special software via Bookable PC on 3/F & 4/F North Wing, it is available for booking using the online iBooking system.
Printing, Scanning & Copying
Find black-and-white printers and photocopiers on every floor of the Library; some of the machines support colour printing and scanning. Access to 3D Printers, thermal binder and lamination services is also available at the Technical Support Desk. Payment by Octopus card is accepted.
Wi-Fi Services
Follow the wireless LAN setup and login procedure in the CPCE ITU website to connect your notebook and mobile device to eduroam network.
Battery Recharging
If your mobile device is low on battery, drop by the Battery Recharging Stations on 1/F, P/F, 4/F, 5/F and 6/F for a quick charge.
Guides & Tutorials
The starting place for research and study. Get tips and links to Library tools and resources to begin your research in any subject.
InfoLit for U (MOOC)
Enroll in this massive open online course (MOOC) to equip yourself with the skills to face the challenges of 21st century information use. Co-developed by the 8 UGC-funded university libraries and led by PolyU Library, the course presents specific information scenarios to engage students from different disciplines. Through videos, exercises, and built-in toolkits, this course will help you develop your information skills and to make the most of your learning in University and beyond.
Library Workshops & Tours
Learn how to make strategic and effective use of information resources by attending face-to-face workshops. Don’t forget to join a Library Tour to discover our new facilities and services, so that you can make the best use of them!
Have questions about using the Library’s resources and services? The Library can help you in the following ways:
Enquiry Counter (P/F)
Get instant assistance from our colleague in person or call us at 2766-6863.
WhatsApp Enquiry Service
Send us a WhatsApp at 2766-6863, and we will respond between 9am and 7pm (Monday to Saturday) and 12 noon to 7pm (Sunday) when the Library is open.
Online Enquiry
Send questions through the online form.
For current year graduates, library privileges are extended up to 15 March for those confirmed with graduation status before 16 March, or 30 September for those confirmed the status between 16 March to 30 September, or upon the expiry of their student identity cards, whichever is earlier.