Library staff are available to show you how to:
You can contact Librarians via Ask a Librarian or in person for help with:
All libraries are equipped with multi-function printing devices (MFDs) which allow you to print, copy, and scan.
Please contact your local library for current printing costs and procedures for adding credit to your account.
Your library account can be accessed online.
Go to the TAFE Queensland Libraries website and Login to my library account.
Your Borrower ID is your student number. Your Password is your Connect password.
Once logged in you have access to the self-help options below:
Logging in and My Library Account Help
How do I log in to my library account? |
Your borrower ID is always your TAFE Queensland student number. Your Password is your Connect password. |
What is My Library Account? |
My Library Account allows you to:
Once you are logged in you will see your name in the top right of the screen, select My Library Account just under your name to access your library account. |
How do I view my current loans and their due date? |
You can check what items you have on loan and when the items you have borrowed are due in My Library Account. 1. Go to the library website and log in to your library account (see above) 2. Under the Summary tab select current loans 3. This will display a list of your current loans and their due dates. |
What if I want to keep my library items longer? |
You can renew the items you have on loan up to 2 times if they are not reserved by another borrower. You can renew by phone, in person at any campus library in your region or online as shown below: 1. Go to the library website and login to your library account (see above) 2. Go to current loans 3. Check the box next to the items that you would like to renew. 4. Select renew selections, or renew all Please note: You will not be able to renew your loans if another person has reserved the item. |
To borrow, present your student ID card at the lending desk. You can borrow up to 15 items at any one time.
The following graph outlines borrowing options.
Type of item |
Maximum number allowed |
Loan period |
Books |
15 |
28 days |
General 7 day loan |
4 | 7 days |
Serials/journals |
15 |
14 days |
DVDs |
15 |
28 days |
Kits |
10 |
28 days |
Resources should be returned on or before the due date. See Your library account tab for instructions on how to renew a loan
Overdue items As a courtesy, an overdue reminder message will be sent via SMS before an item is due. An Overdue Reminder message to return or renew your books will also be sent via SMS when items are 1 week overdue. Failure to renew or return the overdue items will result in the loss of borrowing privileges. |
Reservations
You can reserve an item when:
To reserve an item:
Please Note: If you choose to have this resource posted, you may be responsible for the cost associated with returning this item by the due date. Please contact your library to discuss this matter.
To cancel a reservation:
You can cancel your reservations if you no longer need them.
To reserve a number of items:
You can reserve a number of items at the same time.
Please Note: If you choose to have several items posted to you, you may be responsible for costs associated with returning these items to the library by the due date. Please contact your library to discuss this matter.
Subject Guides have been created to assist you to locate appropriate resources to complete your assessments.
There is a Subject Guide for your particular area of study.
There are also Subject Guides to help you study:
Subject Guides can also be found on the Library website.
Computers are available on campus for your use. Booking is not required.
The first time you log in to use your computer account, you will use your personal details:
Borrower ID: Your student number
Password: Your Connect password (new students will receive an email to help set this up)
This combination of your student number and personal password will be your log in for your library account, TAFE Queensland computer network, Connect, and WiFi.
If you have trouble logging in:
Reset your password:
Changing your password:
For security purposes you will be prompted to change your password regularly. It is important you protect this information.