Interlibrary Loan
Piedmont Tech participates in two interlibrary loan programs that help students and employees request books or articles that are not available in our library collection. The following is a side-by-side explanation of the two programs:
| PASCAL Delivers | OCLC Interlibrary Loans | |
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Who can request? |
Piedmont Tech students and employees with clear library records (no fines or lost books) |
Piedmont Tech students and employees with clear library records (no fines or lost books) |
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What can I request? |
Circulating books |
Circulating books and article photocopies |
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How do I request? |
PASCAL Delivers is an easy, do-it-yourself service that is accessed online through Piedmont Tech's Library Catalog. 2. Search PASCAL's catalog. When you find a book that interests you, click on the item. You will be prompted to sign in to Pathway to make a request. Then, click on "Check Availability." 3. Click on "Request Via PASCAL Delivers." Click "Send Request." We will call you when the book arrives. |
OCLC requests must be handled by a library staff member. Tell us about your request using our online request form or by emailing librarian@ptc.edu. |
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What is the cost? |
Free |
Service is usually free; however, borrowers are responsible for fees that may be charged by lending libraries. We will contact you before placing a request that requires a fee. |
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How long does it take? |
3-4 business days |
Up to 2 weeks |
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How long can I keep the items? |
6 weeks (1 possible renewal) |
Set by the lending library |
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From where do these items come? |
Libraries at other South Carolina colleges and universities |
Libraries located throughout the country |