Vision

The CvSU-CCAT Campus Library: For self-sufficient learning through efficient and effective services of learning resources that encourage learners to be competitive and upright.

Mission

The CvSU-CCAT Campus Library shall provide quality and relevant learning resources to support curricular and co-curricular programs in their instructional, research and recreational needs that enhance learners’ development in becoming professional, skilled and morally upright individuals for global competitiveness.

Goals:

1. Shall provide accessible, relevant and up-to-date library collections.

2. Develop innovative quality library services to cater the needs of the clienteles.

3. Strengthen strategic linkages and collaborative partnerships among local and international institutions to address the changing needs of the stakeholders.

Objectives:

1.  Acquire accessible, relevant, and up-to-date library collections continuously.

2.  Utilize appropriate technology to improve library operations and services.

3.  Establish stronger connections with varied library consortia to promote cooperation and greater access in terms of facilities, resources, services, and exchange of publications.

History

The College Library, from the time of the establishment of the Cavite College of Arts and Trades on August 8, 1970 up to the middle part of 1973 was located in one of the building.  Its collection which consisted of only 300 technical books was not properly organized.  The Supply Officer acted as the librarian.  In 1973, more courses were offered and enrolment increased so the library was transferred to the second floor of the Administration Building, this time under a professional librarian, Miss Elvira Tamio.  From 1973 to 1982, the library had accumulated a total of 1,250 volumes of books to include few pamphlets and other materials.

On October 1, 1982,  Miss Tamio was appointed registrar.  Miss Nenita T. Nieva, a former elementary school teacher then assumed librarianship.  In the latter part of 1983, Miss Luzviminda G. Molina, now Mrs. Luzviinda M. Bartolome joined the staff as school librarian. 

As chief librarian, Miss Nieva gave priority on collection development by acquiring and purchasing books and periodicals much more with the assistance of the Instructional Improvement Fund (IIF) of the CCAT Parents and Teachers Association. Additions to the collection were also made possible through the book donations from The Asia Foundation.

When Miss Nieva was promoted registrar in 1992, Mrs.  Bartolome assumed her position as college librarian.  She is ably assisted by Miss Celia Gabriel, another professional librarian.  Later, Miss Gabriel resigned and in the middle part of 1999, Mrs. Ma. Marilyn  M. Villena, a former BSIE graduate of this college, was hired as  school librarian up to April 2008.

Last July 2008, the college library was transferred to its new site, at the right wing of the Department of Arts and Sciences Building. Continuous acquisitions of latest books, periodicals and other library resources are being done to improve and update the collections. An internet and wifi access becomes available to support the present collection. The library is well lighted and ventilated. 

From 1992 to January 2019 CvSU-CCAT Campus Library was managed by Mrs. Bartlome, and after her retirement, Ms. Dan Marie F. Navarrete was designated as a Campus Librarian from February 2019 up to present.

At present, the Library is manned by two professional librarians and two support staff with three student assistants.

LIBRARY SECTIONS AND SERVICES OFFERRED

1. Reader’s Services or Public Services

             Reader’s or Public Services shall refer to those library activities where direct contact with the customer occurs on a daily basis. These services are provided for the use of library materials in circulation, reference, interlibrary loan or borrowing, photocopying, media services and maintenance of book stacks.

 A. On-line Public Access Catalog (OPAC)

The Online Public Access Catalog (OPAC) provides access to the collections of the library. Users search a library OPAC principally to locate books and other materials available at a library.

 B. Circulation Section

Housed in this section are books published in other countries copyrighted from 2006 and below.

C. Filipiniana Section

Included in this section are the library’s Filipiniana collection composed of books and library materials written by Filipino authors published in the Philippines and abroad, and books on the Philippines written by foreign authors.

D. Reference Section

Encyclopedias, dictionaries, almanacs, directories, fact books, yearbooks, handbooks and manuals, atlases, gazetteers, guidebooks and other books on general information are housed in this section. Materials in this section are for inside use only.

E. Theses/FS/Narrative Reports Section

Housed in this section are manuscripts of theses and dissertations submitted by CvSU students, faculty and employees appropriate for the research needs of the University.

F. Reserve Section

Housed in this section are the books recommended by the students, faculty and employees of  the University. Library materials in this section are available for a shorter loan period so that everyone can use them.

G. Periodicals Section

This section consists of periodical collections of foreign and local journals/magazines and newspapers acquired to by   the University.

2. Electronic Resources/Audio-Visual Materials Section

This section charges and discharges CD ROMs and other electronic resources.

3. Technical Services

These are non-visible processes or activities that are performed by the librarian/s and library staff. Every material added to the library collection is processed in the Technical Services Section before it is brought to the proper section for circulation.

4. Referral Services

A referral letter is issued to a student/faculty member who wants to avail of the use of the library facilities and resources of other libraries which are not available at CvSU – CCAT Campus Library.

5. Online Resources and E-Resources

Online database such as e-books and e-journals (Proquest, SpingerLink, Philippine E-journals and Emerald Insight). E-resources are also available such as TeknoAklatan Koha ILS and STARBOOKS.

6. WiFi and Internet Services

Library users can access free WiFi connection and use the computers located at the internet section to do research online.

7. Other Services

 a. Library Information Literacy and User Education                               

User education emcompasses all types of activities involved in teaching users on how to make the best possible use of library resources, services, and facilities, including formal and informal instruction delivered by a librarian or other staff member one-on-one or in a group.

While Library Information Literacy is skill in finding the information one needs, including an understanding of how libraries are organized, familiarity with the resources they provide (Including information formats and automated searched tools), and knowledge of commonly used research  techniques.

• • • • • • • Library Instruction (Library Orientation and Tours);
            • Hands-on exercises on the use of information resources, facilities, and equipment;
            • One-on-one instruction and;
            • Preparation of users’ guides, handbooks, newsletters and other printed and online library instructional materials.

b. Library Promotion and Current Awareness Services

Refer to the activities geared toward attracting and gaining interest of library users. Current awareness services shall be the component of library promotion concerned with the dissemination of current information and issues.

8. Referral services

A referral letter is issued to a student/faculty member who wants to avail of the use of the library facilities and resources of other libraries which are not available at CvSU – CCAT Campus Library.

9. Photocopying, Printing and Scanning Services

To secure the collection from unintended tearing of pages and to save the time of the students in copying the needed information, these services are made available. This is located at the charging desk/control section. Please take note of the copyright restrictions in availing of these services.