FAQs

Answer: Library Hours

Monday to Friday 

8:00AM to 6:00PM 

Saturday

8:00AM to 4:00PM

Answer: Library Closed? Need to Return Materials After Hours?

No problem! Here’s how you can return your borrowed items:

1. All borrowed books can be returned at any time by placing them in the book chute located outside the main entrance of the library.

2. Returned items will be scanned and recorded in the Library Integrated System.

3. The librarian will notify you once your books have been received and inform you if any overdue fines apply.

Answer:

To reserve a discussion area, please follow these steps:

1. Visit the Library Information Desk or contact the library through its official communication channels

Email address: library.sjc@phinmaed.com

2. Provide the necessary details, including:

·   Purpose of the reservation (e.g., group study, seminar, academic meeting, thesis defense)

·   Date and time of use

·   Number of participants

·   Any special equipment or setup needed (e.g., projector, whiteboard)

3. Wait for confirmation from the library staff regarding availability and approval.

4. Once approved, ensure that the room is used respectfully and within the reserved time slot.

For inquiries or assistance, you may contact @ 09458423939] or visit the [Library Website/Portal].

Answer:

1. Search the OPAC (Online Public Access Catalog) to check the availability of the book.

2. Once the book is available, fill out the borrowing slip.

3. Locate the book on the shelves using the call number provided.

4. After finding the book, proceed to the Circulation Counter for check-out

Answer:

For computer reservations, please proceed to the Circulation Counter and present your school ID. A library staff member will issue you an access card to use one of the library computers.

Please note the following guidelines:

• Strictly no USB devices allowed. Save your files using Google Drive or other approved cloud storage services.

• Maximum usage time is 2 hours to accommodate other users.

Answer:

Outside Researchers. 

The following may use the library facilities and resources within library premises subject to the rules and regulations governing their use.

1. PHINMA Schools

2. Other Colleges and Universities – members of the Library Consortium

• • • • Students/Faculty members may be accommodated during weekdays from 9:00am to 5:00pm.

      • Researchers from other schools will not be allowed to use the library during the examination period of SJC

      • Students/Faculty members of the consortium are exempt from the library fee.

      • Students/Faculty members must present their valid school ID to gain access.

      • Books are for room use only

      • Photocopying is allowed. 

3. Alumni Researchers. They should present their updated alumni I. D./Card, properly endorsed by the Phinma SJC Head Linkages Department. 

Answer:

1. Search the OPAC (Online Public Access Catalog) to check the availability of the book.

2. Once the book is available, fill out the borrowing slip.

3. Locate the book on the shelves using the call number provided.

4. After finding the book, proceed to the Circulation Counter for check-out

Answer: Lost books must be reported immediately to the librarian. The lost book must be replaced with the same title or the latest edition. In addition, a corresponding fine will be charged from the date the book was reported lost until the replacement is received.

If the book is irreplaceable, a related title on the same subject—approved by the faculty or Head Librarian—must be provided as a replacement. An additional fee of ₱50 will be charged to cover acquisition and processing costs.

Answer: Like most library resources, eBooks/ eJournals can be accessed both on and off campus, https://www.google.com/urlq=https%3A%2F%2Fsearch.ebscohost.com%2FLogin.aspx&sa=D

Answer:

Faculty Members - Special Borrowing Privileges

 1. A faculty member may authorize a representative to borrow materials for him/her

by presenting to the Circulation counter the following:

•  A letter duly signed by the faculty member designating his/her representative.

• The PHINMA ID of the faculty member.

 2. The faculty member is responsible for all the materials issued under his/her name.

 3. Extended loan period may be granted to a faculty member during semestral break/summer vacation provided he/she keeps track of due dates.

Renewal

Items may be renewed online, by phone or in person. Renewal will not be allowed if it reaches the maximum renewal limit. Renewed due date should replace the original due date.

For telephone renewal, please call:

Mobile Number: 0945-8423939; Email Address: library.sjc@phinmaed.com

Answer:

During online classes, library users can still access printed books through the book scanning services, here’s how:

• Check book titles from Library Website under library resources

• Copy the Title, Author, Copyright Year and Location of the book, and send to library.sjc@phinmaed.com

• A Librarian will respond to you, if the specific title is available, a copy of the Table of the Contents will be emailed, otherwise, an alternative title will be recommended, and the Table of Contents will be sent as well.

• Select and send the specific chapter for scanning request.

• Once the book chapter is scanned, access link will be sent through your PHINMA email.

Answer: You may use the Online Public Access Catalog (OPAC) available in the library to search the Library Collection. This collection includes books, journals/periodicals, audiovisual materials, theses/dissertations, periodical articles, and the vertical file index.

When you find materials of interest, be sure to take note of their location, call number, and availability status for easy retrieval.

Answer: Thank you for your interest in donating! To arrange a book donation, please contact the Technical Librarian or visit the Circulation Counter. You may also reach us via email library.sjc@phinmaed.com or visit our offical library website for more information about our donation guidelines and procedures.