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CvSU Library Manual of Operations

Table 2. Continued

PT, Part 1 German Literature Minimal Level
Q Science Research Level
R Medicine Research Level
RM, RS Pharmacy Minimal Level
S Agriculture Research Level
T Technology Research Level
U Military Science Minimal Level
Bibliography, Library
Z Basic Level
Science

a. Purchase

 The library shall acquire the latest edition of
publications (in case of titles which have gone
through several editions)
 Earlier editions may be acquired only if they
have a historical value and importance
 Hardbound books shall be preferred over
paperbacks of their durability depending on the
availability of funds. Paperback shall be
purchased only if:
o There is no other editions available;
o There is a great demand for title; and
o The original title appeared in this form.

b. Gifts and Donations

The library welcomes all gifts and donations with
the stipulation that they will be used and/ or disposed
of at the library’s discretion. Materials received will be
evaluated prior to addition to the collection based on
the same standards used in purchasing new materials.
The library reserves the right to refuse donations if it is
determined that they will not contribute to the
enhancement of its collection.

c. Exchange of Publications (e.g. Researches)

Another means of acquiring library materials is
through trading of publications with other libraries.
Exchange agreement is an attempt made to have an
equitable balance in the value of the materials sent
and received.

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