Yes. The Library has a computer lab for students on campus. Please seeour web pagefor the most current information on our location and our hours of operation.
Our handyA-Z listing of databasesis available, with active links. You may need to login to our proxy server if you are accessing databases outside of our networked space. This guideprovides information and troubleshooting if you have any problems with logging into our databases.
One of our most popular research guides is theResearch Workshop (with short, how-to videos). It focuses entirely on online resources so that the information you need is available anytime, from anywhere.
This research guide includes short videos on getting your library research done quickly and effectively. You can learn about databases, keyword searching, and topics such as media bias and filter bubbles are covered. It's totally self-guided, so you can watch and learn as you have time or need.
This guideprovides information and troubleshooting if you have any problems with logging into our databases. The A-Z Database Listwill list titles and links to available databases.
"My Library Account" is located at the top right cornerof this page. When you click on "My Library Account, a pop-up box will appear: enter your student User ID and password.
The “User ID” is your student network username, which is your last name and last four digits of your student ID number (e.g. smith1234). Your password is the unique network password that you created. For assistance with your password, please contact the Library.
Research Guides provide online directions and links to conducting research on different subjects. They often include online video tutorials for using subject-specific databases. For example, theResearch Guide for BIO160includes information on how to find online resources (using videos and links) for the three types of information sources required for the biology research paper. It also includes information on the assignment, how to cite references, and more.
We are here to help! OurBook A Librarianservice lets you set an appointment with one of our research specialists to help you with resources, keyword searching, citations - all the information you'll need to get that research project going and finished!
We'd love to! Please contact Dawn Hawley (dhawley@btc.edu). We can also create an onlineResearch Guide(with how-to videos) that specifically addresses your class research assignment.
Books - circulate for 2 weeks Videos/DVDs - circulate for 2 weeks Reserve Items - loan period is determined by the instructor Current magazines/journals - do not circulate Older magazines/journals - circulate for 2 weeks
Library fees can be paid at the Campus Cashier Office (360-752-8311) in the College Services building oronline. If a library item is not returned by the due date, you will be billed for thereplacement cost of the itemplus a$20.00, non-refundable, processing fee.For more information, see the LibraryCirculation Policy page. Pleasecontact the Library (360-752-8383) withquestions.
Yes. Most library items may be renewed provided no requests are pending on the item and it is not overdue. Reserve items may NOT be renewed. Items may be renewed by calling the circulation desk or by going toBTC Library OneSearchand selecting the "My Library Account" tab at the top, right side of the page. Under special circumstances, an additional renewal can be granted.
The Library circulates more than books. We loan laptops, iPads, cellular device chargers, headsets, mice, iPods, noise-cancelling headphones, bike locks, balls, Frisbees, croquet sets, and digital cameras. Loan periods vary; pleasecontact the libraryfor more information.
Yes, although we do not have copies of every textbook, we do check out textbooks to students for the entire quarter if they are enrolled in certain programs like BFET or Running Start. We also have some textbooks on reserve with loan periods ranging from 2 hours to 1 quarter. OurCirculation Policiescan offer more information about loans.
Please see theCampus Store websitefor more information about which textbooks you will need for your classes. The Library may have limited copies of some textbooks for use by students, usually for 2-hour in-library use.
We don’t issue a true "library card" and students don’t need one to check out books or equipment. You just need to give us your name and student ID number. You will need to show ID in order to check out library laptops and other technology. If you choose, you can obtain a student ID card at the Student Center, which is temporarily located in Morse Center Building, Room 221.
Anyone who lives, works, attends school or owns property in Whatcom County may access materials and resources at any of the collaborating institutions. You may borrow materials from any participating library and return them to any collaborating library in the county. You may access electronic resourcesonsiteat these libraries and useonsitecomputers.
Yes! We have a guide titled "BTC Technology Camp" for new or returning students who need to get their basic "how to" questions about technology answered.
Thisguidehas step-by-step instructions for downloading the Microsoft Office Suite.Beginning in 2022, the download includes Microsoft ACCESS (PCs only). Mac users can use Microsoft ACCESS through Remote Desktop.
• You can also access Microsoft Office in other ways:
You can use Microsoft Office via Remote Desktop. This tab(on ourBTC Technology Camp guide) will help you navigate BTC Remote Desktop access.
You can check out a laptop from the BTC Library. All BTC Library laptops have MS Office installed.
Students have web access to Office 365; login is required. (MS ACCESS is not available in the web version of Office 365).
How many devices can I use Microsoft Office on? • You can load Microsoft Office on up to 5 PCs or Macs as well as any apps on mobile devices you own. • You can also use Microsoft Office via Remote Desktop without downloading.
How long will I have access to Microsoft Office via BTC? • When you download the software, it will be fully functional until 1 year after you graduate or withdraw from BTC. At that time, you'll be given the option to convert your account into a paid subscription through Microsoft. If you decline, functionality of the applications will be reduced to viewing capability only. You will no longer be able to create or edit documents.
Try theCanvas 101 online tutorial! It will introduce you to Canvas's basic features and technology requirements. For more help, theCanvas Student Guideis another online resource about how to use and navigate within Canvas. You can also reach eLearning staff during business hours directly by calling 360.752.8555, or emailingelearninghelp@btc.edu.
Microsoft ACCESS is now included in the download of Office 365 -but for PC users only. Instructions for downloading Office are found in ourBTC Technology Camp guide under "Downloading Microsoft Office."
Is there a Mac version of Microsoft ACCESS? The Mac version of Microsoft Office that students download via their emaildoes not include ACCESS, howeveryou may use ACCESS via Remote Desktop. Remote Desktop instructions can befound here.
If you are feeling rusty or unsure about using a computer, you can learn or review basic technology skills using the freeNorthstar Digital Literacy program.
BTC has a new career assessment tool calledCareer Coach. At this site you can browse career options, find the programs at BTC that match your skills, and even work on your resume.
The Campus Store and the Cashier sell print cards with instructions on the back for redeeming the value on your account. If they are closed, print cards may also be purchased at the Library Information Desk.
The Campus Store and the Cashier sell print cards in amounts of $1, $5 and $10. If the campus store is closed, the Library Information Desk has a limited number of print cards available for purchase.
You can print in color or black and white from the computers in the library, including the computers in the study rooms. The print jobs are released in the print/copy room and cost for color printing is $0.50 a page.
We have created a guide to using your local devices (personal printer, USB drives, local drives) to Remote Desktop. It can be found in ourBTC Technology Campguide under "PRINTING /COPYING / SCANNING." This linkwill download a Word document of instructions. Open the downloaded document to view the instructions.
We have a research guide titled"Copyright Basics" that explains many of the ins and outs of copyright, including the Four Factors to determine fair use.