diff --git a/content/docs/working_at_the_turing/books_and_journal_access.md b/content/docs/working_at_the_turing/books_and_journal_access.md new file mode 100644 index 00000000..0b1318c9 --- /dev/null +++ b/content/docs/working_at_the_turing/books_and_journal_access.md @@ -0,0 +1,49 @@ +--- +# Page title as it appears in the navigation menu +title: "Books and Journal Access" +# Adjust weight to reorder menu items (lower numbers appear first) +weight: 2 +# Uncomment to hide nested pages in a collapsed menu +# bookCollapseSection = true +# Uncomment to hide this page from the navigation menu +# bookHidden = false +# Uncomment to exclude this page from the search +# bookSearchExclude = true +--- + +# Books and Journal Access + +## Get books from the library + +You need to get a membership card, then books can be requested. Note that the library does not do loans. + +If you register as a researcher / academic then you get a longer lasting reader pass. You need proof of identity with signature and proof of address to get a reader pass. See [here](https://www.bl.uk/help/how-to-get-a-reader-pass). + +## How to be added onto the BL journal access + +**Note: this section needs reviewing, might be outdated.** + +To use the online interface you will first need to create an online account. To do this you have to complete the form found here: . + +- Simply click on the Register button and complete your details. +- After registration you will be sent an e-mail to validate the account including a unique ID number. +- You need to click on the link in the e-mail, log in using the username and password you have just created and answer the questions. + +Once you have completed this process you can let HR have your online account ID number and they can then add you to the central Turing account. + +The account has been set up as follows: + +- 24 hours as standard service. +- The delivery method is DRM Lite. Information and FAQ’s can be found here: . +- Currently you will receive one reply email per day. +- The account allows requests to be made on the Library Privilege service for those request that are being used for research or educational purposes. +- For any orders that will be used for commercial purposes you have the option to request a copyright fee. +- It is a paid service but we will pick up the cost centrally, at least during the trial. +- Each subscription is unique so please do not share your log in details. +- Each request asks for a reference and we would suggest you use your initials followed by a sequential number. + +Any problem give HR a shout. + +## Buy literature (books, etc.) + +Ask on a case by case to your line manager. Given approval, you can order directly and get a refund.