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32px)" alt="Abdus Salam Library Information Hub" /> </div> <div class="content"> <h3 class="title">Information Hub</h3> <p>Monday - Friday 08.30 - 21.00 (summer vacation - opens 09.00)<br />Saturday - Sunday 10.00 - 18.00 (summer vacation - closed on Sundays)</p> <p>We answer ASK and email enquiries Monday - Friday 09.30 - 21.00 and at weekends. We are closed on Sundays during the summer vacation.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div>   <div class="highlight"> <a href="https://connect2.lib.ic.ac.uk/connect2/" class="btn" target="_blank"><span>Book a room or PC - sign in with your Imperial username and password</span><svg role="img" aria-hidden="true" focusable="false" class="icon icon--m"><use xlink:href="/assets/website/images/svg/icons.svg#chevron-right"></use></svg></a><a href="/admin-services/library/use-the-library/disability-support/" class="btn"><span>Find out about disability support</span><svg role="img" aria-hidden="true" focusable="false" class="icon icon--m"><use xlink:href="/assets/website/images/svg/icons.svg#chevron-right"></use></svg></a> </div> <div class="row wysiwyg"> <h2>Contact us</h2> <p><a href="https://imperial.libanswers.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Chat with Library Services</a><br />Monday - Friday 09.30 - 19.00</p> <p><a href="https://servicemgt.imperial.ac.uk/ask" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ASK the Library</a></p> <p><a href="mailto:as-library@imperial.ac.uk">as-library@imperial.ac.uk</a></p> <p>+44 (0)20 7594 8810</p> <p>07725 159853 - Text an Attendant for urgent help or to report noise</p> <p>Information Hub, Abdus Salam Library<br />Imperial College London<br />South Kensington campus<br />London<br />SW7 2AZ</p> </div> <div class="heading"> <h2 class="title sr-only"> FAQs </h2> </div> <div class="a11y-accordion-tabs wysiwyg"> <div class="accordion-tabs js-tabs" data-tabs-allowed="false" data-start-collapsed="true"> <ul role="tablist" class="tabs-tab-list"> <li role="presentation"> <a href="#tabpanel_1587031" role="tab" id="tab_1587031" aria-controls="tabpanel_1587031" aria-selected="true" class="tabs-trigger js-tabs-trigger"> Where can I study? </a> </li><li role="presentation"> <a href="#tabpanel_1587032" role="tab" id="tab_1587032" aria-controls="tabpanel_1587032" aria-selected="true" class="tabs-trigger js-tabs-trigger"> How do I borrow and return books? </a> </li><li role="presentation"> <a href="#tabpanel_1587035" role="tab" id="tab_1587035" aria-controls="tabpanel_1587035" aria-selected="true" class="tabs-trigger js-tabs-trigger"> What else can I borrow? </a> </li><li role="presentation"> <a href="#tabpanel_1587059" role="tab" id="tab_1587059" aria-controls="tabpanel_1587059" aria-selected="true" class="tabs-trigger js-tabs-trigger"> Can I book a study room? </a> </li><li role="presentation"> <a href="#tabpanel_1587045" role="tab" id="tab_1587045" aria-controls="tabpanel_1587045" aria-selected="true" class="tabs-trigger js-tabs-trigger"> Where can I print? </a> </li><li role="presentation"> <a href="#tabpanel_1587048" role="tab" id="tab_1587048" aria-controls="tabpanel_1587048" aria-selected="true" class="tabs-trigger js-tabs-trigger"> Can I use a PC laptop or iPad? </a> </li><li role="presentation"> <a href="#tabpanel_1587049" role="tab" id="tab_1587049" aria-controls="tabpanel_1587049" aria-selected="true" class="tabs-trigger js-tabs-trigger"> Can I use my phone? </a> </li><li role="presentation"> <a href="#tabpanel_1587102" role="tab" id="tab_1587102" aria-controls="tabpanel_1587102" aria-selected="true" class="tabs-trigger js-tabs-trigger"> Can I eat and drink in the library? </a> </li><li role="presentation"> <a href="#tabpanel_1587051" role="tab" id="tab_1587051" aria-controls="tabpanel_1587051" aria-selected="true" class="tabs-trigger js-tabs-trigger"> Where can I get support from ICT? </a> </li> </ul> <section id='tabpanel_1587031' role='tabpanel' aria-labelledby='tab_1587031' class='tabs-panel js-tabs-panel' tabindex='0'> <div class='accordion-trigger js-accordion-trigger' aria-controls='tabpanel_1587031' tabindex='0'> Where can I study? <svg role='img' aria-hidden='true' focusable='false' class='icon icon--m'><use xlink:href='/assets/website/images/svg/icons.svg#chevron-down'></use></svg> </div> <div class='content' aria-hidden='false'> <p>We provide different types of study space to suit your style of working.</p> <ul> <li>Silent study - levels 2 and 3</li> <li>Quiet study - levels 1, 4 and 5</li> <li>Group study - levels 1 and 4</li> <li>height-adjustable desks - levels 1, 2 and 3</li> <li>an Assistive Technology Room and priority desks for students registered with the Disability Advisory Service</li> <li>training rooms which can be used for study when not in use for training</li> </ul> <p>The <a href="https://www.imperial.ac.uk/admin-services/library/use-the-library/our-libraries/gostudy/">GoStudy spaces</a> in the Chemistry building also offer Group study, Silent study and Breakout spaces.</p> <p>Our Library Attendants regularly patrol all floors and will be pleased to help maintain the study environment.</p> </div> </section><section id='tabpanel_1587032' role='tabpanel' aria-labelledby='tab_1587032' class='tabs-panel js-tabs-panel' tabindex='0'> <div class='accordion-trigger js-accordion-trigger' aria-controls='tabpanel_1587032' tabindex='0'> How do I borrow and return books? <svg role='img' aria-hidden='true' focusable='false' class='icon icon--m'><use xlink:href='/assets/website/images/svg/icons.svg#chevron-down'></use></svg> </div> <div class='content' aria-hidden='false'> <h4>Our book collection</h4> <p>Our book collection supports taught courses and research. We also hold a wide range of recreational reading both fiction and non-fiction. Books are arranged in classmark order.</p> <ul> <li>Level 2 0 - 529</li> </ul> <div id="panelGroup_panel-36865206-where_have_the_books_gone" class="item-content"> <ul> <li>Level 3 530 - 539</li> <li>Level 4 54 - 619</li> <li>Level 5 62 - 999</li> </ul> <p>We also hold a number of <a title="Home%20%BB%20Home%20%BB%20Administration%20and%20support%20services%20%BB%20Library%20Services%20%BB%20Find%20books%2C%20articles%20and%20more%20%BB%20Special%20collections" href="https://www.imperial.ac.uk/admin-services/library/find-books-articles-and-more/special-collections/">special collections</a> of historical interest originating from the Imperial's departments and medical schools. These are not available on the open shelves.</p> <h4>Borrowing books</h4> </div> <p>To borrow a book, use the self-service machines on level 1.</p> <p>If you have received an email letting you know that your requested book is available you can pick it up from the Guest PC access room and use the self-service machine to borrow it.</p> <h4>Returning books</h4> <p>To return a book, place it through the slot near the self-issue machines. it will immediately be removed from your account. </p> <p>When the library is closed you can return books via the book drop box outside the main entrance.</p> <p> </p> </div> </section><section id='tabpanel_1587035' role='tabpanel' aria-labelledby='tab_1587035' class='tabs-panel js-tabs-panel' tabindex='0'> <div class='accordion-trigger js-accordion-trigger' aria-controls='tabpanel_1587035' tabindex='0'> What else can I borrow? <svg role='img' aria-hidden='true' focusable='false' class='icon icon--m'><use xlink:href='/assets/website/images/svg/icons.svg#chevron-down'></use></svg> </div> <div class='content' aria-hidden='false'> <p>Flat maps are available in the map cabinet on level 4 and music scores on level 5.</p> <p>Print journals and theses are kept in the Store and are fetched on request. </p> <p>You can borrow whiteboard pens, headphones, keyboards, scientific calculators and coloured overlays at the Information Hub during staffed hours.</p> </div> </section><section id='tabpanel_1587059' role='tabpanel' aria-labelledby='tab_1587059' class='tabs-panel js-tabs-panel' tabindex='0'> <div class='accordion-trigger js-accordion-trigger' aria-controls='tabpanel_1587059' tabindex='0'> Can I book a study room? <svg role='img' aria-hidden='true' focusable='false' class='icon icon--m'><use xlink:href='/assets/website/images/svg/icons.svg#chevron-down'></use></svg> </div> <div class='content' aria-hidden='false'> <h4>Study rooms</h4> <p>The following study rooms are open 08.30 - 22.00 (Saturdays from 10.00) and are only available to students.</p> <p>To book a study room visit <a href="https://connect2.lib.ic.ac.uk/connect2/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Libary bookings</a> (sign in with your Imperial username and password).</p> <h5><strong>Level 1</strong></h5> <div>Study Room 1A - seats 6, PC available</div> <div>Study Room 1B - seats 6, PC available</div> <div>Study Room 1C - seats 6, PC available</div> <div>Study Room 1D - seats 6, PC available</div> <h5><strong>Level 2</strong></h5> <div>Study Room 2A - seats 16, PC available</div> <div>Study Room 2B - seats 10<br />Study Room 2C - seats 6</div> <h5><strong>Level 3</strong></h5> <div>Study Room 3A - seats 16</div> <p>Students may book two sessions in any seven days (maximum booking of two hours allowed per day). Please arrive on time, after 15 minutes Library Services may reassign the slot to another user. <br /><br />Non-members of Imperial will not be permitted to enter the library to join a group of students who have booked a room without prior permission from Library Services.</p> <h4>Training and meeting rooms</h4> <p>For our training room and meeting room booking policy see <a href="https://www.imperial.ac.uk/admin-services/library/use-the-library/room-bookings/">Room bookings</a>.</p> </div> </section><section id='tabpanel_1587045' role='tabpanel' aria-labelledby='tab_1587045' class='tabs-panel js-tabs-panel' tabindex='0'> <div class='accordion-trigger js-accordion-trigger' aria-controls='tabpanel_1587045' tabindex='0'> Where can I print? <svg role='img' aria-hidden='true' focusable='false' class='icon icon--m'><use xlink:href='/assets/website/images/svg/icons.svg#chevron-down'></use></svg> </div> <div class='content' aria-hidden='false'> <p>Printer-copiers are located on levels 1, 2, 4 and 5 - use them to print, scan or photocopy.</p> <p>All printer-copiers output to black and white (mono) or colour. </p> <p>Visit <a href="https://www.imperial.ac.uk/admin-services/ict/self-service/computers-printing/printing-photocopying-and-scanning/">ICT</a> for instructions on uploading documents or topping-up your print credit online.</p> </div> </section><section id='tabpanel_1587048' role='tabpanel' aria-labelledby='tab_1587048' class='tabs-panel js-tabs-panel' tabindex='0'> <div class='accordion-trigger js-accordion-trigger' aria-controls='tabpanel_1587048' tabindex='0'> Can I use a PC laptop or iPad? <svg role='img' aria-hidden='true' focusable='false' class='icon icon--m'><use xlink:href='/assets/website/images/svg/icons.svg#chevron-down'></use></svg> </div> <div class='content' aria-hidden='false'> <p>You will find PCs on all levels of the library.</p> <p>You are not able to book these PCs. There are a small number of PCs in our Business Zone on level 1 which you can book for using Bloomberg only <a href="https://connect2.lib.ic.ac.uk/connect2/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Book a Business PC</a>.</p> <p>We have iPads and laptops for students to borrow, see <a href="https://www.imperial.ac.uk/admin-services/library/use-the-library/borrowing-a-laptop-or-ipad/">Laptops and iPads</a>.</p> <p>We also lend keyboards and mice, just ask at the Information Hub.</p> </div> </section><section id='tabpanel_1587049' role='tabpanel' aria-labelledby='tab_1587049' class='tabs-panel js-tabs-panel' tabindex='0'> <div class='accordion-trigger js-accordion-trigger' aria-controls='tabpanel_1587049' tabindex='0'> Can I use my phone? <svg role='img' aria-hidden='true' focusable='false' class='icon icon--m'><use xlink:href='/assets/website/images/svg/icons.svg#chevron-down'></use></svg> </div> <div class='content' aria-hidden='false'> <p>Keep your phone on silent wherever you are in the library and only make and receive calls in our phone zones.</p> <ul> <li>Level 1 - group study area, main entrance</li> <li>Level 2 - near stairs</li> <li>Level 3 - near stairs</li> <li>Level 4 - group study area</li> </ul> <p>If you need to charge your phone please ask to borrow a charger at the Information Hub.</p> </div> </section><section id='tabpanel_1587102' role='tabpanel' aria-labelledby='tab_1587102' class='tabs-panel js-tabs-panel' tabindex='0'> <div class='accordion-trigger js-accordion-trigger' aria-controls='tabpanel_1587102' tabindex='0'> Can I eat and drink in the library? <svg role='img' aria-hidden='true' focusable='false' class='icon icon--m'><use xlink:href='/assets/website/images/svg/icons.svg#chevron-down'></use></svg> </div> <div class='content' aria-hidden='false'> <p>The best place for eating and drinking is the Library Cafe.</p> <p>You can bring drinks with lids and cold food. Hot food is permitted in the level 4 Group study space where you will also find a tea point with a vending machine and hot water tap.</p> <p>Microwaves are available in the level 4 kitchen in the <a href="/admin-services/library/use-the-library/our-libraries/gostudy/">GoStudy spaces</a> in the Chemistry Building.</p> </div> </section><section id='tabpanel_1587051' role='tabpanel' aria-labelledby='tab_1587051' class='tabs-panel js-tabs-panel' tabindex='0'> <div class='accordion-trigger js-accordion-trigger' aria-controls='tabpanel_1587051' tabindex='0'> Where can I get support from ICT? <svg role='img' aria-hidden='true' focusable='false' class='icon icon--m'><use xlink:href='/assets/website/images/svg/icons.svg#chevron-down'></use></svg> </div> <div class='content' aria-hidden='false'> <p>ICT support is available at the Service Desk on level 1.</p> </div> </section> </div> </div>  </div> <section class="supplementary-content row"> <div class="supplementary-content__sizer col"></div>  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