Toowoomba Library facilities
The Toowoomba campus Library is located in R Block. To access the Library, take the stairs or lift to level 3 (PDF 160 KB). Assistance on getting to USQ Toowoomba from other campuses. For additional information please contact the Library.
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Group meeting areas
There are now many areas throughout the Library for students to perform group tasks:
- computer labs and data projector with large tables:
- R235 level 2 map (PDF 160 KB)
- R324 level 3 map (PDF 160 KB)
- meeting room R234 level 2 map (PDF 160 KB) can be used when not in use by Library staff, no bookings taken:
- a large table
- power points
- a data projector that suits a laptop connection
- assorted furniture throughout level 2 and level 3
- most have power points nearby
- a portable data projector available for use in meeting areas
- three hour loan for use within the Library
- ask at the Loans Desk for borrowing
- project onto walls for presentation practise
Computers and labs located in the Library
Located in the library are a variety of computers available to students, staff and general public for a range of purposes:
- catalogue searching and research
- assignment preparation and printing
- group study and work areas, some with data projectors for student use
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Library classes
- 'walk-in catalogue computers' have been provided for people without student access
- microfiche/microfilm reading and scanning
- assistive technology room with specialised software and equipment to assist with disabilities
- training lab for information sessions and special Library workshops.
Use of computers
- A limited number of computers have been supplied by the University for legitimate course activities. If you are not using them for legitimate work, or if you are not actively engaged in using them, then you should make them available for those who wish to do so. More information on computer lab regulations.
- Food and drink (other than sealed bottled water) is not permitted near computers.
Computer locations
Specific information for students on locations, hours of access, quotas and printing is available from ICT student computer labs.
Description |
Level (Room) |
Use |
Type of access |
Hours of Access |
Printing - closest location |
| General computer lab |
Level 3
level 3 map (PDF 160 KB) |
Normal student use. |
student* |
Library hours |
Yes - level 3 near lab computers |
| Small group study room |
Level 1 (R117)
level 2 map (PDF 160 KB) |
Normal student use.
Currently not available due to construction work.
|
student* |
Library hours |
Yes - level 3 near lab computers |
| Large group study room |
Level 3 (R324)
level 3 map (PDF 160 KB) |
Large tables with computers for use in group work.
(Not available when room is booked for classes. Check at the Information Desk for availability if in use.) |
student* |
Library hours |
Yes - level 3 near lab computers |
| 24 hour access computer lab |
Level 1 (R101)
level 1 map (PDF 160 KB) |
Normal student use.
Currently not available due to construction work.
(Access only available from the external door between R Block and G Block. No access from level 1 in the Library) |
student* |
24 hours |
Yes - level 3 near lab computers or K Block (K105 - 24 hour access) |
| Walk-in catalogue computers |
Level 3
level 3 map (PDF 160 KB) |
Primary use is Library catalogue and database searching. No Internet access for staff and general public.
|
public/staff/student** |
Library hours |
Only if USQ Logon used to R block level 3. Otherwise save files to flash drive. Members of the public see the Information Desk for printing |
| Microfiche scanner |
Level 3
level 3 map (PDF 160 KB) |
Dedicated computer system to scan microfiche/microfilm and store on a flash drive.
(A user guide is next to microfiche system) |
public/staff/student** |
Library hours |
No - save files to flash drive. Members of the public see the Information Desk for printing |
| Assistive technology room - (ATR) |
Level 3 (R321)
level 3 map (PDF 160 KB) |
Computers with assistive software and external equipment. Details on software and equipment.
(Access by swipe card to open wheel chair door) |
student* |
Library hours |
Yes - level 3 near lab computers |
| Large training lab |
Level 2 (R233)
level 2 map (PDF 160 KB) |
Training labs for large groups - classes and information sessions.
(Access from level 3 central stairwell - follow the yellow feet) |
student* |
Not available for general use |
Yes - level 3 near lab computers |
| Small training lab |
Level 2 (R235)
level 2 map (PDF 160 KB) |
Training labs for small group classes.
(Access from level 3 central stairwell - follow the yellow feet. Not available when room is booked for classes) |
student* |
Library hours |
Yes - level 3 near lab computers |
* Student access: requires a person to have an active USQ student enrolment.
** Public/staff/student: Public access uses a 'generic' logon for staff and non students for finding information on the Library catalogue. Students may logon normally.
Printing
One black - default printer (scanner not active)
One colour laser printer with active scanner
Available to USQ students, not staff and general public
Photocopying
Photocopiers are located in the Library on
level 3 (PDF 160KB) on the western and southern walls.
Two coin operated copiers.
One colour, one overhead transparency and five black and white copiers using USQ student card for payment.
To copy use student/resource cards or coins.
Adding money to student cards - Value Adding machines
The value adding machines are used to add money to your student card for photocopying or adding to your print quota.
Two value adding machines which take coins and notes.
Machines can also be used to purchase re-usable resource cards ($5 each – come with $2 credit).
Change machine
The Library houses a change machine which will give $1 coins in exchange for $5, $10 and $20 notes.
See the Loans desk for change for larger notes.
Scanning
The colour printer on level 3 is also a scanner. (Note: the scanner on the black printer is not active). The scanner can be used by student to scan documents to the P Drive on their student lab computers. Instructions for using the scanner are located near the colour printer on level 3 (PDF 160KB).
AV equipment
A range of Audio visual equipment is available for staff and student use on level 3 (PDF 160KB) including:
The Library also lends AV equipment to staff and students, including:
Digital video cameras
There are three Sony DCR-SX40E digital video cameras that are available for a one day loan by staff and students from the Library Loans Desk. Library staff will explain the process for loan and return of the equipment.
- Information for Using the Sony DRC Camera (PDF 540KB) in the Library, creating a DVD of your recording and for editing on a computer
- DCR-SX40E owners manual (PDF 6.4MB) - a copy of the manual provided with the camera
- R Block level 3 has 4 computers R301-01 to R301-04 (PDF 170KB) that have software installed to import and edit your video from the cameras
- Use the CD supplied with the camera or download from Sony and install the software for importing your video onto your own computer to edit at home
- DVD Express burner is used to burn a DVD directly from the video camera, where no editing is required
- you will need to supply your own blank DVD (available form the USQ Bookshop)
- 1 hour loan, for use only in the Library. See the Library Loans Desk to borrow the DVD burner
ICT after hours support
ICT provides after hours staff support for major failures and after hours student support for individual issues.
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