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The purpose of circulation service is to make available the
library materials to the clientele. This section is responsible for the
arrangement of the books on the shelves according to the
classification system utilized by the library, they return to shelves
after use and facilitate smooth running system of borrowing and
returning of books.

Steps in Borrowing

a. Location
One of the first steps in locating a book is by knowing

its “call number” which can be obtained from the card catalog.
Three approaches can be used in searching for a book, through the
name of the author, the title of the book, and subject with which it
tackles. The call number corresponds to the number on the spine
of the book.

b. Open shelves

Usually the books can be located on the open shelves

and are arranged according to the Dewey Decimal Classification
System which means that the books on the same subject are
grouped together. The assistance of the librarian can be asked if
the book cannot be located for some reasons: it may be out on a
loan, waiting repair or rebinding.

c. Borrowing
When a book is selected, the book card is then filled
up together with the borrower’s card and should be surrendered to
the librarian in the charging desk.

d. Returning
After using the book, it should be returned to the
charging desk for clearing purposes.

e. Renewal
A book borrowed for an overnight use may be renewed
provided
the book is not in demand.

f. Recall
The library has the right to recall all borrowed materials
when there is an urgent need.

4. Internet Service

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