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Highlands Campus Library
Q: Where are the libraries located?
A:
Highlands Campus
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Learning Resources Center
Building Y
600 West College Drive
Avon Park, Florida 33825-9356
Phone Number: (863) 784-7306 		DeSoto Campus
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Room 102
2251 N.E. Turner Avenue
Arcadia, Florida 34266
Phone Number: (863) 993-1757
Hardee Campus
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Room 102
2968 U.S. 17 North
Bowling Green, Florida 33834
Phone Number: (863) 773-3081 		Lake Placid Center
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Room 116
500 East Interlake Boulevard
Lake Placid, Florida 33852
Phone Number: (863) 465-3003
Q: When are the libraries open?
A:
Fall and Spring Summer
Q: Which materials and services are available at DeSoto, Hardee, and Lake Placid?
A: Print reference and circulating books, journals, and audio-visual items are available. Computers provide access to the Library catalog, databases, and Internet. Campus staff assists with circulation. Students may call the Highlands Campus reference desk for reference assistance.
Q: How do I contact someone at the Highlands Campus Library?
A: Call:
(863) 784-7306 (Library/Circulation)
(863) 784-7304 (Library/Reference)

...or e-mail SFCC_Library@southflorida.edu
Q: How do I get a library card?
A:

If you are a student, faculty, or staff, you are automatically eligible for a library card. Students pick up their SFCC photo ID at Registration in Building B and faculty and staff should go to Human Resources. Your library card number is on the back of this photo ID. A dual-enrolled student who does not purchase an SFCC ID card may be given a free library card at the Circulation Desk. Bring proof of registration and high school ID.

If you are a community borrower age 16 or older and do not have a Heartland Library Cooperative library card, you will need to go to the Cashier's Office in Building B and pay $5. Then bring the receipt to the Circulation Desk. The $5 fee entitles you to a library card that is valid for five years and allows you to check out materials and use the computers. No one under the age of 16 will be allowed to have a SFCC library card or use a Heartland Library Cooperative library card.

If you are a high school junior or senior and are not dual-enrolled, you will need to come to the Circulation Desk on the second floor of the Learning Resource Center (LRC) to pick up a registration form that will need to be signed by your parent or guardian.

If you should lose your library card, contact us immediately. You are responsible for anything checked out on your card. The sooner we know it is missing, the sooner we can put a stop on that card.
Q: How many books can I check out?
A: SFCC students: 20 items for 30 days.
Faculty and adjunct faculty: 50 items for the semester.
Full-time and part-time staff: 20 items for 30 days.
Community borrowers: 5 items for 14 days.
High school juniors and seniors: 5 items for 14 days.
Q: Do you have a book drop?
A: DeSoto, Hardee, and Highlands Campus libraries have book drops, which are emptied once daily. To be sure an item is checked in right away, return it to the Circulation Desk.
Q: How much will I be charged for a late book?
A: The late fee is 25 cents a day per book and $1 a day per video.
Q: May I renew my books over the phone?
A: Yes, but only if the items are not overdue. Overdue items should be brought to the Circulation Desk. You can also renew online through MyAccount on the library catalog pages.
Q: I forgot my library card. Can I still use the library resources?
A: Yes and no. You may still use materials in the Library, but you will need your library card to use a computer, check out materials or use materials on reserve.
Q: Where is the card catalog?
A: The traditional card catalog has long been replaced by an electronic online database. You can access the online catalog through LINCCWeb at http://www.linccweb.org on any of the student workstations or your home computer. Choose Search the Library Catalog and indicate “South Florida Community College.” You may also use the Find Book,e-Book, or Video link on the Library’s home page. If you need assistance, just ask at the Reference Desk or Circulation Desk.
Q: May I order a book from another library?
A:

Yes. With a valid SFCC library card, students, faculty and staff can borrow books and other materials from other libraries through interlibrary loan. Don’t wait until the last minute because it takes at least a week or more to receive the material.

Community borrowers should use their local public library for interlibrary loan services.
Q: May I return my book from another library to SFCC's library?
A: Yes. Because of the Florida Distance Learning Library Initiative (DLLI), students, faculty and staff may use the DLLI courier service to return materials to other Florida libraries.
Q: I need to find information for a research paper. Where do I start?
A: The Reference staff is available to help you find information not only for the content of your paper but also for the layout of your paper.
Q: May I use the Internet?
A: Yes, as long as you abide by the Learning Resources Center and Campus/Center Libraries Computer Use Guidelines. Copies of these guidelines are posted at each of the student workstations.
Q: May I check my e-mail?
A: Yes. With distance learning, e-mail is an essential.
Q: Can I bring in my own computer disk or flash drive to the Library?
A: Yes. The computers automatically scan for viruses.
Q: Can we access and print research information?
A: Yes, many subscription databases on a wide variety of topics are available. The contents may be saved, e-mailed, or printed.
Q: What is the charge for printing?
A: 5 cents per page for black and white, and 40 cents per page for color.
Q: Is computer usage limited?
A: The computers are available to everyone, but students do get priority when all workstations are in use. If others are waiting, the time limit is one hour.
Q: Why don't you have the study guide for my telecourse review?
A: Contact your instructor and request that study guides be provided to the Library staff at the time of review taping.
Q: Can I check out this video?
A: Yes. Most videos and other audiovisual materials are allowed to circulate for seven days.
Q: Is the Learning Resources Center (LRC) accessible to students with disabilities?
A: Yes. Students with specific disabilities may request special accommodations such as large print, computer screen enhancement (software and hardware), Braille, and audiocassettes. These students should first contact the College's disabilities specialist in Advising and Counseling prior to visiting the Library to determine the appropriate accommodations that are needed.

Library
South Florida Community College
600 West College Drive
Avon Park, FL 33825

To contact us:
Phone: (863) 784-7306
(863) 993-1757
(863) 773-3981
(863) 465-3003
Fax: (863) 452-6042