About the Library Collection
The current collection comprises print books, DVDs and a reference collection. Materials are arranged in the Dewey Decimal Classification (DDC) system to make it easier for students and staff to find items in the library. The online library catalogue can also be used to search and locate items in the library. Students and staff can access the library's online resources from campus or from home. The online resource includes databases, electronic journals, full-text articles, peer-reviewed articles, abstracts, eBooks, open access resources etc...
Membership and Borrowing limits
To borrow from the Sheridan Institute of Higher Education Library, you need to become a member. Please see the Librarian if you wish to become a member. The Library has a few borrowing memberships.
Students:
Free membership to students studying at Sheridan.
Students need their student cards to be able to borrow items from the library.
Borrowing limit: 20 items for 6 weeks (42 days), with one renewal.
Please note that students will also need to provide an alternative contact person’s details to be able to borrow items.
Free access to an online database, including electronic journals at Sheridan. (Please see Librarian to access online resources from home).
Staff:
Free membership to Sheridan staff members.
Borrowing limit: 30 items for 6 weeks (42 days), with two renewals.
Please note that staff members will also need to provide an alternative contact person’s details to be able to borrow items.
Free access to an online database, including electronic journals at Sheridan. (Please see Librarian to access online resources from home).
Public:
Public membership is available to people not studying at Sheridan.
$50 for 12 months.
Borrowing limit: 10 books for 3 weeks (21 days), with no renewal option.
Free access to online databases, including electronic journals at Sheridan (on campus only).
Reciprocal Borrowing
Sheridan has reciprocal borrowing arrangements with the Heather and Noel Vose Library, Morling College (Perth). Please see below for details:
Heather and Noel Vose Library (Perth)
Morling College, Vose Campus
20 Hayman Road
Bentley WA 6102
Opening hours (during semester)
| Monday | 8:30am to 4:30pm |
| Tuesday to Thursday | 8:30am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8:30am to 4:30pm |
| Saturday & Sunday | CLOSED |
| All public holidays | CLOSED |
Non-teaching weeks and hours
Monday to Friday | 8:30am to 4:30pm
When the library is closed, books can be returned via the after-hours Returns Chute.
To borrow from the Heather and Noel Vose Library:
- Sheridan Library patrons, students and staff must show valid identification (student card) to borrow items from the library
- Sheridan Library patrons, students and staff may borrow physical materials (books, periodicals, media etc) free from this library
- Loan period for items: 10 items for 2 weeks (General/Main), with 3 renewals unless the item(s) have been recalled by the Heather and Noel Vose Library
- Borrowers are responsible for adhering to due dates and returning borrowed items on time
- Fines and charges for lost or damaged items will be applied according to the lending library's policies
- Students have access to online resources, such as databases, e-journals and eBooks, where licensing agreements allow
- No access to Perlego, Wheelers or rental eBooks is permitted for Sheridan Library patrons
- Students have access to designated study areas in this library at Morling College