OneSearch, the library's main search engine can be accessed from the front page of the library website. As shown in the image below, there are a few different filters that can be selected before you perform your first search:
The filters that are helpful for searching books and audiovisual materials are [Full text (online or print)] and [Catalogue only]
Currently the best way to search for audiovisual material in the library's collection is to use an advanced search in our classic catalogue. The steps are outlined below:
-audiocine / criterion
Follow this link for a list of eBook databases our library has access to.
eBooks can also be easily searched up using OneSearch:
CMTN libraries use the Library of Congress classification system which means that all documents of a similar subject matter are put on the shelves together. Browsing the "stacks" in one of our libraries is an often an effective way to find numerous sources on the same subject. Below is a short video exploring how call numbers work, or if you prefer a PDF outlining some of the same concepts.
**Most English resources in the library are classified under the "P" section which is Language & Literature. Look for the P's in our library and see what you find!
B.C's libraries are great at sharing resources, and CMTN library is no different. If there are books, articles, or audiovisual materials you need to support your academic work that aren't available to us locally, we can borrow these materials from libraries across the province. [Ask a librarian] or fill out this online form to make your request!
- recommended journals
- recommended databases
- ebooks
- print section
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