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AAbstractA brief summary of the main points in a book, article or other work.AlmanacA publication, usually issued annually, containing facts and statistics.AnnotationAn evaluation or description of an entry in a catalog, bibliography or other work.AnthologyA compilation of writings or poems from one or more authors focusing on a particular subject or literary form.AtlasA collection of maps.AuthenticationProcess by which authorized users gain off-campus access to licensed library resources. (See also VPN and ProxyServer)TopBBibliographer (See Subject Specialist)BibliographyA list of works cited at the end of an article, book, or other information source.A book-length collection of citations published on a specific subject.Boolean Operators or Boolean LogicRefers to the words AND, OR and NOT. Used to formulate complex searches in online resources.Bound PeriodicalIssues of magazines or journals that have been fastened together. Bound periodicals are arranged by call number. (See also Current Periodical)Browse SearchReads exact wording from left to right, and displays search results alphabetically. Useful for author, title, subject or call number CCall NumberUnique sequence of letters and numbers assigned to each item in the library to indicate subject content and shelf location. The campus libraries primarily use the Library of Congress system.CatalogA list of records that represent the holdings of a library or group of libraries.CD-ROMA non-web-based database. CD-ROM databases are accessible only from designated library computer workstations.Circulation DeskThe place to register for a library card, check out, renew, or return library materials. Staff can also help you track down missing items and place holds and recalls.CitationThe information needed to track down a book, article, or other work. For books, this includes the author, title, place and year of publication. For articles, it consists of the author, article title, page numbers, periodical title, volume and date. Citing is the act of giving credit to an original puter LabThere are two labs located in Shields Library and managed by Information and Educational Technology (IET), in Room 182 and Room 163.Controlled VocabularyA specified list of terms developed by creators of catalogs and databases to ensure precise and comprehensive searching. The terms chosen will vary from database to database. (See also Descriptors and Subject Heading)CopyrightThe legal provision of exclusive rights to reproduce and distribute a book, article, music, or other work.Course ReservesBooks, articles, lecture notes and other materials faculty require all students enrolled in a class to use. Some items may be electronically accessible via the Course Reserves Catalog; print copies may be checked out for short periods from the Reserves Desk on the 1st floor of Shields Library.Current PeriodicalThe most recently published issues of a magazine or journal. Arranged by call number in specially designated areas of the library. (See also Bound Periodical)TopDDatabaseAn organized, searchable collection of information, often related to a specific subject area. One of the primary tools for locating periodical articles by topic. Most databases available through the library are licensed resources with access restrictions.DescriptorsThe terms that make up the controlled vocabulary used to describe the content of records in databases. (See also Subject Heading)DirectoryA list of names or organizations, including contact information. Usually arranged in alphabetical order.DissertationA work of original research and prerequisite for a doctoral degree. Dissertations from UC Davis are available on microfiche and searchable through the Harvest Catalog. An online copy may also be accessible through a database called Dissertations & Theses.Document DeliveryA fee-based library service that allows UC Davis students and faculty to request the temporary transfer of material (articles, books) between campus libraries to facilitate EElectronic JournalA journal that is distributed online via the Internet. Most electronic journals available through the library are licensed resources with access restrictions.EncyclopediaA work containing informational articles on a single subject or multiple subjects, usually arranged FFieldAn element of a record in a database where information such as Author, Title, Publication Date, etc. is provided.FolioAn oversized book. In Shields Library, folios are usually located at the end of a given call number HHarvest CatalogThe UC Davis library catalog. Contains records for books, journals, maps, musical scores, government documents and other materials available through the campus libraries. Search the Harvest Catalog here.HoldA request that an item currently checked out be held for another user when it is returned. Holds may be placed at the Circulation Desk.HoldingsAll the items that make up the library IIndexA guide to the contents of a single work.A print or electronic collection of citations to articles, books and other materials, often searchable by subject or author.Interlibrary Loan (ILL)Facilitates the sharing of materials between libraries. A method current UC Davis students, faculty and staff may use to obtain access to books, articles and other materials not available locally. Requests can be submitted online or in-person.ISBN (International Standard Book Number)A unique number assigned to a book before publication to identify the publisher, title and edition.ISSN (International Standard Serial Number)An identification number assigned to serial publications.IssueA uniquely dated and numbered part of a JJournalA periodical containing articles on specialized topics, written by researchers or scholars. Articles generally include abstracts and KKeyword SearchA broad approach to online searching that returns occurrences of a term from different parts of a record.Kerberos PasswordAn encrypted code that prevents unauthorized access to confidential information. A Kerberos Password is necessary to use the VPN or proxy server. TopLLibrary CardFor UC Davis students, Student Identification Cards serve as library cards. Visit the Circulation Desk to register for borrowing privileges or activate your card online. Library of Congress ClassificationSubject-based classification system developed in 1897 by the Library of Congress in Washington D.C. and commonly used by large university libraries to organize their collections.Licensed ResourcesInternet-accessible databases and electronic journals that the library pays fees to access. TopMMagazineA periodical aimed at a general audience, containing a variety of articles and advertisements.MapA representation, normally to scale, that illustrates the features of the earth's surface.MELVYLThe library catalog for the 10 University of California campuses and other select California research libraries.MicrofilmDocuments that have been placed on photographic film and reduced in size. A machine called a reader is necessary to view material in this format. (See also Microform)MicroficheFlat plastic sheets containing pages from documents that have been reduced in size. A machine called a reader is necessary to view material in this format. (See also Microform)MicroformGeneral term applied to documents that have been photographed and reduced in size. Common formats include microfilm and microfiche. Microforming helps preserve materials and save storage space.MonographA work on a single subject, frequently a NNorthern Regional Library Facility (NRLF) Off-site storage facility for less frequently used library materials. Requests may be submitted using the request service in the Harvest Catalog or in-person at the Circulation Desk. Items are generally available within 1-2 working days. TopPPeer ReviewA process through which manuscripts submitted to a journal are evaluated for quality by one or more subject experts in addition to the editor before being accepted for publication.PeriodicalA publication that appears at regular intervals (weekly, monthly, quarterly). Magazines and journals are examples of periodicals.PIN (Personal Identification Number)A four-digit number created when individuals activate their library cards. A PIN is necessary to renew materials online, place holds or recalls, and take advantage of services such as interlibrary loan.PlagiarismCopying another's work and passing it off as one's own.Primary SourceMaterial that provides a first-hand account of a subject or event. Examples include diaries, photographs, interviews, and original research studies. Sometimes referred to as original sources or source material.Proxy ServerEnables authorized users to access licensed library resources from off campus. See Connect From Off Campus for instructions and additional information. (See also VPN).TopRRecallA request that an item currently checked out be returned immediately. Recalls may be submitted through the request function in the Harvest Catalog or in-person at the Circulation Desk.RecordThe information used to identify and represent books, articles and other material in catalogs and databases. The components of a record are divided into fields.Refereed JournalA publication containing articles that have undergone peer review.Reference DeskService location where users can ask questions and get in-depth assistance using library resources and finding information.Reference CollectionConsists of dictionaries, encyclopedias, indexes, and other print and electronic sources that tend to be consulted for specific facts or bits of information rather than read in their entirety. Print reference materials located in specifically designated Reference areas must typically be used in the library and cannot be checked out.RenewTo extend the due date of an item beyond the original loan period. May be accomplished online, by phone, or in-person at the Circulation Desk.RequestFunction in the Harvest Catalog that enables UC Davis students, faculty and staff to place recall requests. You need a library card and PIN to log in and use the Request feature.Reserves (See Course Reserves)TopSScholarly Journal (See Refereed Journal)Secondary SourceMaterial that interprets or analyzes a subject or event after the fact, often based on information from primary sources. Examples are textbooks, encyclopedias and book reviews.SerialA publication issued in successive parts and intended to be continued indefinitely. Includes periodicals, newspapers, annual reports and yearbooks, and proceedings of professional societies.Special CollectionsDepartment that houses the Library's rare books and manuscripts, the University Archives, and other noncirculating research materials. Located on the 1st floor of Shields Library.StacksShelves where the books and other library materials are located.Subject GuidesCompilations of databases and other resources by academic discipline. Provide a good starting point for subject-related article searching. See the complete list of guides.Subject HeadingA word or phrase assigned to a record to describe its content. Many items in the UC Davis libraries are given Library of Congress Subject Headings. In databases, subject headings are often referred to as descriptors. (See also Controlled Vocabulary)Subject Specialist LibrarianAn information expert with a Master's in Library Science, plus an advanced degree in another academic discipline. Responsible for purchasing and evaluating library materials in a subject area, and providing specialized assistance at the Reference Desk. Sometimes also referred to as a TThesaurusA list of the subject headings used in a catalog, index, or database, e.g. the controlled vocabulary.TruncationA symbol placed after the root of a word in an online search to retrieve variant endings. Frequently used symbols include *, $, ?, and !. Example: librar* will find records that mention library, libraries, librarian, librarians, etc. Useful for expanding search results. TopUUCD LoginIDA unique name that users create when they establish their campus computing account. A UCD LoginID is necessary to use the VPN or the proxy server. UC-eLinksA feature built in to many databases that provides a bridge between licensed database content and material that is available to UC Davis library users online, in print or through Interlibrary VVolumeThe issues of a periodical that make up the whole of a given publishing period, for example, a year.All the material contained in a single binding.VPNEnables authorized users to access licensed library resources from off campus. See Connect From Off Campus for instructions and additional information. (See also Proxy Server). ................
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