Computer and technology use

The use of computer workstations and technology in the Chipola Library is primarily for academic and research activities. Other activities, such as entertainment, are secondary and may be restricted when they interfere with primary uses. Academic work has priority over non-academic computer use.

Gaming is not permitted in the Chipola Library.

Members of Chipola College — students, faculty, and staff — are the primary users of the Library. Members must use their assigned network logins to gain access to the campus computer network, and must agree to the terms and conditions of CAP #1.2 before using the network.

Printing fees from the college computers are automatically deducted from your printing account.

Borrowing and circulation

Currently enrolled students with a current Chipola College student ID may check out up to 10 items at a time. A Chipola College ID is required for checking out any material.

Loan periods and late fees

Certain types of books have a shorter loan period, and some items are limited to a 1-hour or 1-day checkout.

Renewals and maximum charges

• Books that have already been checked out may be renewed twice. Late fines are charged for books that are not renewed or not returned after 21 days.
• Books more than 30 days late incur the maximum $10 late fee.
• Lost materials incur the replacement cost plus a $10 processing fee for each item.

Laptop computers

• Laptops may be checked out for 7 days and are not available for semester-long use.
• Laptops must be returned in good condition, in the original box or case, with the original power cord. Damaged or lost equipment incurs replacement costs.
• Because the supply of laptops is limited, you may be placed on a waiting list and notified as soon as one is returned, reimaged, and available for check-out.

Journals, magazines, and newspapers

Journals, magazines, and newspapers must remain in the library at all times. If you take one from its location to read it or copy an article, please return it to its proper place or hand it to library staff.

Conduct in the library

The library is a place for quiet study. So that the library stays conducive to learning and studying, all users are asked to observe the following.

• Place cell phones, beepers, laptops, and other portable electronic devices in silent mode while in the library.
• Take cell phone conversations outside the building.
• The Technology Center is now talk friendly.
• Group study rooms for two or more students are available on the main floor and the second floor.
• Food is not allowed in the Library.

Children in the library

College students may not bring children to class nor the Library, nor leave children unattended on campus. Students are responsible for arranging their child care without involving the college.

College Policy No. 6Hx4-2.25

• The library restricts children under the age of 12.
• Users under the age of 16 who are not enrolled in classes must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian at all times.

Copyright

The Copyright Law that governs the reproduction of library materials — including photocopies of books, journals, magazines, and newspapers — must be observed at all times. The reproduction of videotapes, CDs, and DVDs also falls within the bounds of this law, as does downloading music from the Internet.

The Copyright Law is available at the Circulation Desk for reference.

Postings and displays

Posters, brochures, and flyers may not be posted in the library without permission from library staff.