LIBRARY
OUR LIBRARY
The Central Library at Sri Eshwar College of Engineering is a vital academic resource centre that strengthens the institution’s teaching–learning ecosystem and supports the research and professional development needs of students and faculty. The library functions as an enabling platform for academic excellence by providing reliable access to quality learning resources, facilitating independent/self learning, and nurturing a culture of continuous knowledge-building across all programmes.
LIBRARY SEVICES
Issue, return, renew, and reserve books and non-book resources through circulation services.
Run fully automated operations through the Integrated Library Management System Software.
Provide daily newspapers and display placement/career clippings on the notice board.
Share announcements and daily news updates through the OPAC.
Integrate all department libraries into a centralized ILMS for unified access.
Announce new arrivals through bulk email alerts and the notice board
Encourage reading and library use through Best Library User recognition.
BEST PRACTICES
Knowledge sharing is enabled through regular library communications.
A curated Research Article of the Day is emailed to faculty every morning.
Selected News Headlines of the Day are shared with faculty and students every morning.
User education and library orientation programs are conducted for students and faculty.
Best Library User Awards are given to students and faculty to encourage active use.
Hands-on sessions on e-resource platforms and databases are conducted regularly.
Current Awareness Service (CAS) keeps users updated on new resources and updates.
Lending, reference, and referral support is provided for academic and research needs.
The information desk provides guidance and MIS-based support.
Question bank services support learning and exam preparation.
VISION
To serve as a dynamic knowledge hub that empowers learners with quality information resources, fosters independent learning, and supports academic excellence, research, and ethical professional growth.
MISSION
Provide strong learning resources that support global professional readiness.
Enable research and innovation through quality scholarly resources and support.
Upgrade collections, e-resources, and services for academic excellence.
Support employability through career-focused resources and learning support.
Promote inclusive learning that contributes to regional and social development.
LIBRARY INFRASTRUCTURE
The Central Library of Sri Eshwar College of Engineering is a well-organized learning resource centre designed to support academic learning, competitive exam preparation, and research. It is housed in a spacious, well-ventilated facility with a comfortable reading environment, adequate seating capacity, well-arranged stack areas, and dedicated reference sections. Modern furniture, proper lighting, ergonomic seating, and reprographic facilities (printing, scanning, and photocopying) ensure a learner-friendly and productive atmosphere.
The library is fully ICT-enabled with computer systems, high-speed internet connectivity, and seamless access to e-books, e-journals, and online databases. A large touch-screen display is available for user guidance, announcements, and quick access to library information. In addition to core academic collections, the library maintains focused sections for GATE preparation, higher education resources (GRE/TOEFL/IELTS and university application support materials), and foreign language learning resources to support students’ global readiness. Library operations are fully automated through an Integrated Library Management System (ILMS) and integrated with the institution’s ERP for efficient circulation, tracking, and reporting. Overall, the library infrastructure strengthens academic excellence, employability, and the institution’s research culture.
MEMBER SHIP AND PROGRAMMES
The IEEE Digital Library facility in the Central Library provides seamless access to peer-reviewed journals, conference proceedings, technical standards, and scholarly research papers across engineering, computing, electronics, and allied disciplines. This facility supports curriculum delivery, project work, innovation, and advanced research by enabling students and faculty to stay updated with emerging technologies and global research trends.
The DELNET facility in the Central Library enables access to a national network of academic and research libraries, providing a comprehensive union catalogue of books, journals, theses, dissertations, and non-book materials. It supports resource sharing and inter-library loan services, allowing students and faculty to locate and access learning and research materials beyond the institutional collection.
The National Digital Library of India (NDLI) facility in the Central Library provides access to a large, government-supported digital repository that aggregates learning resources from leading institutions and publishers across the country. It offers textbooks, reference materials, research articles, theses, videos, lecture notes, and exam-oriented content across disciplines and academic levels. The platform supports multilingual content, advanced search features, and curriculum-aligned resources, enabling students and faculty to access reliable academic material for learning, teaching, research, and competitive exam preparation.
Plagiarism is presenting someone else’s ideas, words, or work as your own. As per UGC, it is a serious breach of academic integrity and may be intentional or unintentional due to careless research and poor note-taking. The common forms include deliberate plagiarism, accidental plagiarism, self-plagiarism, and mosaic (patchwork) plagiarism. The consequences can be severe, including disciplinary action. At Sri Eshwar College of Engineering, students and faculty can use Turnitin to check similarity, strengthen paraphrasing, and improve citation practices before submission. The best way to avoid plagiarism is simple: cite your sources whenever you use another person’s ideas, data, figures, quotations, or paraphrased content that is not common knowledge.
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| On Working Days | 8.00AM TO 7.00PM |
| Week End /Holydays | 9.30AM TO 5.00PM |
| Hostel Students | After College Working Hours |
| Category | No Of Books | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Teaching Staff | 8 | 6 Month |
| Non-Teaching Staff | 8 | 6 Month |
| Student Member | 3 | 1 Month Issue, 1 Month Renwal |
| S No | Name | Qualification | Designation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr.Arun.K | M.L.I.Sc, Ph.D. | Librarian |
| 2 | Vigneshkumar.A | M.L.I.Sc | Assistant Librarian |
| 3 | Kalpana P | CLIS | Library Assistant |
| 4 | Sivalakshmi M | M.Sc ,BLIS | Library Assistant |
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| On Working Days | 8.00AM TO 7.00PM |
| Week End /Holydays | 9.30AM TO 5.00PM |
| Hostel Students | After College Working Hours |
| Category | No Of Books | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Teaching Staff | 8 | 6 Month |
| Non-Teaching Staff | 8 | 6 Month |
| Student Member | 3 | 1 Month Issue, 1 Month Renwal |
| S No | Name | Qualification | Designation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr.Arun.K | M.L.I.Sc, Ph.D. | Librarian |
| 2 | Vigneshkumar.A | M.L.I.Sc | Assistant Librarian |
| 3 | Kalpana P | CLIS | Library Assistant |
| 4 | Sivalakshmi M | M.Sc ,BLIS | Library Assistant |
LIBRARY ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The Library Advisory Committee at Sri Eshwar College of Engineering plays a key role in achieving the vision and mission of the Central Library by providing strategic direction and academic oversight. The Committee is responsible for guiding the planning, development, and continuous improvement of library resources, services, and infrastructure to ensure their relevance, adequacy, and effective utilization. It periodically reviews library policies, collection development plans, digital resource subscriptions, and user services in line with curriculum requirements, research priorities, and emerging academic trends.
The Committee serves as a collaborative platform involving faculty representatives, library professionals, and academic administrators, enabling informed decision-making and alignment with institutional goals. It facilitates the integration of library services with teaching–learning processes, research activities, and outcome-based education practices. By supporting resource optimization, user-centric services, and technology adoption, the Library Advisory Committee ensures that the Central Library functions as a dynamic knowledge hub that promotes independent learning, research excellence, and lifelong learning, thereby fulfilling the library’s vision and mission.
LIBRARY RULES
To ensure the effective functioning of the Central Library and to maintain a disciplined, inclusive, and academically conducive learning environment, all users are expected to adhere to the library rules and guidelines. These rules are framed to promote responsible use of library resources, ensure equitable access for all users, and preserve the quality of the learning atmosphere.
Library users shall use all books, digital resources, furniture, and equipment with care and responsibility. Silence and decorum must be maintained within the library premises to facilitate focused reading, study, and research. Users are required to carry their institutional identity cards and comply with library entry and circulation procedures.
Borrowed materials must be returned or renewed within the stipulated time to avoid inconvenience to other users. Any loss or damage to library resources shall be reported immediately and replaced or compensated as per library norms. Use of electronic devices shall be strictly for academic purposes, and food or beverages are not permitted inside the library.
Compliance with these rules ensures the optimal utilisation of library facilities, supports academic integrity, and helps the Central Library function as a shared knowledge space that advances learning, research, and professional development across the institution.
DEPARTMENT LIBRARY
| S.No | Department Library | Total Volumes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | CSE | 1024 |
| 2 | ECE | 1044 |
| 3 | EEE | 567 |
| 4 | MECH | 1297 |
| 5 | AI & DS | 81 |
| 6 | AI & ML | Nil |
| 7 | CSBS | 104 |
| 8 | IT | 147 |
| 9 | CCE | 118 |
OPEN EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES
The Sri Eshwar College Library actively supports Open Educational Resources (OER) in line with practices followed by leading university libraries worldwide. It provides structured access to high-quality open textbooks, lecture notes, research publications, open courseware, and digital learning platforms sourced from reputed national and international repositories. These resources are curated to complement the curriculum, support project and research work, and promote flexible, self-directed learning.
By integrating OER into its academic support services, the library promotes inclusive education, reduces the cost of learning materials, and encourages ethical knowledge sharing. The availability of openly licensed resources enables students and faculty to access, adapt, and reuse learning content responsibly, thereby strengthening academic engagement, lifelong learning, and institutional commitment to open and accessible education.
