Tools

Whether you are in your first quarter or your last, these help sheets are designed to help you find resources, use the library, and keep you out of trouble!

Using the Library

• Call Numbers--Finding books on our shelves
• Catalog--How to find books, music, movies, and more on campus
• Library Jargon

Using the WWW

• Art Resources on the Web--Galleries, museums and more
• Books Online--find and read books online
• Evaluating Websites--Don't trust everything you read
• Sound Effects Online--FREE!
• Stock Photography Online--FREE!
• Using Google--Tips and tricks

Research and Project Tools

• Getting Started--Research
• Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh--Pittsburgh's Public Library
• Citing Your Sources--Giving credit in research
• Copyright--Make sure your project is YOURS!
• Databases--Find articles, images, jobs, and corporation information
• Help for First Quarter Students
• License Terms--Understand those License Agreements
• Photo Credits--How to credit photographs in your work
• Plagiarism--What it is and how to avoid it
• Sound Effects Online--FREE!
• Stock Photography Online--FREE!
• Trademarks--Protect your work and respect others'

Career and Job Resources

• Choosing a Career
• Cover Letters and Resumes
• Finding a Job Online
• Portfolios and Interviews
• Success on the Job

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