CIRCULATION POLICIES

Library Users

DeKalb Technical College libraries are open to the public. However, only currently enrolled DTC students, faculty, and staff are allowed borrowing privileges.

Lending Policies

• A current DTC photo ID or other proof of enrollment in conjunction with a valid drivers license is required for checking out circulating and reserve materials.
• Library books circulate for 28 days, popular books for 14 days. Materials may be renewed twice if no requests are pending.
• The maximum number of items checked out is twenty.
• Videos and DVDs circulate for 5 days with a limit of 3 total videos and DVDs.
• Telephone requests to hold materials cannot be honored. However, if a patron wishes to check out materials currently in use, the LRC Staff can place a hold request on the item for the patron.
• Reserve materials are available upon request at the Circulation Desk. These materials are placed on reserve by instructors and have varying borrowing periods that range from 2 hours to 3 days. Patrons must present their student ID and a valid drivers license in order to use or photocopy textbooks on reserve.

Fines and Fees

Fines are charged to encourage the return of materials in a timely manner and to insure the proper care of materials while they are checked out. Your library account will be blocked when fines of $10.00 or more are reached. Borrowing privileges are suspended until the fines are paid. Your Banner account will also be blocked when books have not been returned and are declared lost. Access to transcripts, grades, accounts receivable, or graduation will be blocked until all library fines and fees have been paid. Fines may be paid in cash or by check made payable to DeKalb Technical College.
 

Overdue Fines

 
Lost and Damaged Item Fines

Service Fees

Service fees are charged to cover the cost of services provided. Fees are based solely on the library's costs for supplies and overhead.

Requesting Materials from Other Libraries

• Intercampus Loan
  If you are unable to locate desired materials at your DTC campus library, the first step to take is to request them from another DTC campus library through Intercampus Loan. Please allow 1-3 working days for delivery.
• Interlibrary Loan
  If you are unable to locate the desired materials at a DTC library, you may then request an Interlibrary Loan. Please allow 5-10 working days for delivery.