LEARNING COMMONS
About the Learning Commons
Established in 1974, College Learning Commons serves as an invaluable knowledge hub for learners and senior learners, fostering academic growth and intellectual exploration. Spanning an area of 3,328 square feet with a seating capacity for 130 readers, the learning commons is thoughtfully designed to provide a comfortable and conducive environment for learning. It boasts a remarkable collection of over 27,000 books across diverse disciplines, 23 esteemed national and international journals, 31 magazines, 4 newspapers, 636 back volumes, and a wealth of e-resources. Recent publications and journals in the fields of arts, science, and social sciences further enrich the learning commons's comprehensive offerings, along with access to online resources through the N-LIST program under UGC-INFONET, available free of cost.
Modernized Facilities for a Seamless Experience
Equipped with the advanced automation software "Campes I Lib," the learning commons is fully computerized and integrated with barcode technology for efficient book transactions. Team members and learners are issued personalized ID cards with barcodes for streamlined access and borrowing procedures. The WEB OPAC service enables users to search the learning commons catalog with ease, while 10 computer systems in the digital learning commons provide internet and printing facilities. Ensuring a secure and user-friendly environment, the learning commons is monitored by CCTV cameras.
Vision
To be a dynamic hub of knowledge, empowering learners and senior learners with resources, technology, and inspiration to achieve academic excellence and foster lifelong learning.
Mission
- To provide comprehensive access to diverse learning resources and services to the academic community.
- To provide a technologically advanced, inclusive, and learner-centric environment for holistic research and academic enrichment.
Working Hours
Working Hours
Monday to Friday
9:30 AM - 4:45 PM
Book Issue & Return
Monday to Friday
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Contact Information
Learning Commons Rules and Regulations
- Silence should be strictly maintained in the learning commons.
- Learners and team members must scan their ID cards at the E-gate register scanner when entering the learning commons.
- Personal books and files are not allowed inside the learning commons. Only plain sheets for notes may be brought in.
- Books will be issued solely upon presentation of a valid ID card. Sub-lending of borrowed books is strictly prohibited.
- Any form of damage to books or misuse of learning commons resources (underlining, scribbling, tearing pages) will attract penalties, including fines or other disciplinary actions.
- Borrowing limits: UG learners may borrow 2 books, PG learners may borrow 3 books, and Research scholars 5 books at a time.
- Books are issued for 14 days, with a renewal option. A fine of Rs. 2 per day for overdue books.
- Borrowers must inspect books for damages before borrowing and report any issues to the librarian immediately.
- Reference materials (dictionaries, encyclopedias, journals, expensive books) are for use within the learning commons only and cannot be issued.
- Lost or damaged books must be replaced, or a penalty equivalent to three times the cost of the book will be imposed.
- The librarian reserves the right to recall any book at any time.
- Learners must clear all dues before obtaining a transfer certificate or conduct certificate.
Learning Commons Services and Best Practices
Learning Commons Resources
| Type of Resources | Number |
|---|---|
| No. of Books in Volumes | 26,797 |
| No. of Books in Titles | 17,979 |
| No. of Reference Books | 2,494 |
| No. of Journals | 23 |
| No. of Magazines | 31 |
| No. of Newspapers | 6 |
| No. of CD/DVD | 86 |
| No. of Back Volumes | 636 |
| Ph.D Thesis | 31 |
| M.Phil Dissertation | 124 |
| N-LIST E-Journals | 6,000 |
| E-Books | 1,99,500 |
| National Digital Library E-Books | 6,00,000 |
No. of Books in Volumes
26,797
No. of Books in Titles
17,979
No. of Reference Books
2,494
No. of Journals
23
No. of Magazines
31
No. of Newspapers
6
No. of CD/DVD
86
No. of Back Volumes
636
Ph.D Thesis
31
M.Phil Dissertation
124
N-LIST E-Journals
6,000
E-Books
1,99,500
National Digital Library E-Books
6,00,000
Team Member Details
| S.No. | Name | Degree / Qualification | Designation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. S. Sasikala | B.Com., M.L.I.S., Ph.D., PGDLAN., NET | Librarian |
Dr. S. Sasikala
Librarian
Qualification
B.Com., M.L.I.S., Ph.D., PGDLAN., NET