KNOWLEDGE RESOURCE CENTER

Introduction

PRIST Knowledge Resource Center finds a unique place in the academic spectrum of PRIST Deemed to be University.  Its collection has grown to 96,962 documents in all subject areas and the University Library subscribes national and international journals in print for all subjects. It provides world class information support to its all types of users.

The Collection is mainly strong in sciences and technology in addition to substantial Information Sources/Services on Humanities and Management studies. Providing information through e-resources is the main focus of the library. It is situated in around 35,243 square feet area and it can accommodate more than 400 readers at any point of time. The whole building is Wi-Fi enabled, where readers can bring their laptops and down load information from internet. A  total 100 user terminals have been provided for dedicated readers use. An open reading room having a seating capacity of hundred has been provided.

Vision / Mission

Vision:

  • The Knowledge Resource Centre promotes the University’s vision as a leading University in India for the development of a learned, dynamic and moral Society.
  • PRIST Knowledge Resource Center equips the PRIST communities with information-seeking skills to enhance Learning, Research and Scholarly communication.
  • Enhancing the Knowledge Resource Center’s  resources and services through  Cooperative relationship with other libraries and agencies

Mission:

  • To provide right information to the right reader at the right time with passion and smile.
  • PRIST Knowledge Resource Center strives to provide/deliver need-based information to our users for all times.
  • PRIST Knowledge Resource Center works towards creating an environment of Academic Excellence.

Goals and Objectives:

  • To read out to all Students and academics with resources and services provided by the Library.
  • To integrate services and latest technologies that are essential for learning and research and creation of knowledge.
  • To provide print, audio visual and digital collections relevant to the users.
  • To develop the library website to enable access to digital resources to all stake holders.
  • To ensure the preservation and conservation of both print and non-book materials available in the library
  • To inform the news and events of the library teaching – learning community with 24×7 access.

Library Information

  • Students
  • Academics
  • New reader & visitor
  • Readers with Disabilities
  • Librarians

Search Site:

  • Library Cataloging / OPAC
  • E- Journals @ PRIST
  • Mobile APP
  • Data Library
  • Institutional Repository
  • News paper Clippings

Useful Links:

  • University Website
  • NDLI
  • Photo Gallery

Collection

  • Arts & Science
  • Engineering
  • Management
  •  Education
  • Agriculture
  • AIU publications
  • Online Database
  • Online Journals
  • Print Journals
  • Gift Books
  • Theses and Dissertations
  • Standard reference materials
  • Students Project
  • Faculty Research report
  • University annual report

Services

  • Reference Service
  • CAS
  • IT Facilities
  • ILL
  • Book Bank
  • Research desk
  • plagiarism detectors

Digital Services

OPAC

E-Resources (IEEE, KNIMBUS, DELNET, Readers can also access more than 35,000 + Journals online from these electronic databases)

Web portal

  • ETDs Press clippings
  • University Repository

News and Events

  • Library News
  • Seminar and conferences
  • Orientation Program
  • Book Release
  • Best user award
  • Workshop
  • Book fair

My Library

  • My Library documents
  • Renew Books
  • Reserve Books
  • New Arrivals
  • Article of student and staff
  • Book location
  • How to get Library card
  • Research Tools
  • Suggestion Box
  • Fire  extinguisher tools
  • Research Cubicle
  • Digital Reading list
  • Library  tour
  • Library feed back

FEED BACK

The Knowledge Resource Center encourages feedback from all valued members and outside visitors. The feedback will influence our decision-making and our action plan for the future. Please share your perspectives with the Director – Knowledge Resource Center.

Contact: Dr.A.Ganesan, Director – Knowledge Resource Center, PRIST UNIVERSITY, Vallam, Thanjavur-613403

Email: pristuniversitylibrary@yahoo.com

Mobile no : 944008292

Visit: The information desk is on the ground floor of the Knowledge Resource Center, PRIST University, Vallam, Thanjavur-613403.

Library Website: www.prist.ac.in, http://pristlibrary.weebly.com

Research Support

  • Shodhganga
  • NDLI
  • Research Guide
  • University Publication

Referrals

  • INFLIBNET
  • DELNET
  • BRITISH COUNCIl
  • NPTEL
  • DOAJ ( Free journals)
  • World Digital Library ( Library congress)