PCM SD College Library: A rich hub of knowledge and innovation PCM SD College located in the state of Punjab, India is not only a leading institute in the field of higher education but its library is also a repository of knowledge for students and researchers. Established in the year 1973, this library has equipped itself with modern technology with the changing scenario of education. Today it is not only a hub of traditional books but has also become a strong base of digital and e-resources.
Modern and Automated Library System
The library of PCM SD College is fully automated and uses the latest software “NIMBUS Campus ERP”. This software provides a user-friendly and efficient service system for students and faculty. The institute has established separate libraries for all its three buildings (Main Block, IT Block and Junior College).
Salient features of the library:
- Partially Open Access System
- Seating capacity for more than 150 readers
- Modern computer section for in-house operations and e-resources
- Visit of more than 100 readers per day
- About 40 books are issued and returned per day
- The library is open from 9 am to 4 pm
Library Facilities:
- E-Resource Center
- Book Bank Facility
- Reference Services
- OPAC (Online Public Access Catalogue)
- Xerox Service
- Newspaper Clipping Register
- Reserve House
Book Bank Facility:
This is especially for meritorious and economically backward students. Books are provided to them from the book bank to ensure the availability of textbooks. This facility proves to be very helpful in ensuring that the education of the students is not hampered.
Book Collection
The library has a total collection of 37,720 books, including a multimedia section. Apart from this, the library subscribes to 126 reputed national and international journals and 25 newspapers. International and National Research Journals
International Journals:
Academic Research : International Journal of Multidisciplinary Studies
- International Journal of Computer & I.T.
- International Journal of Database Management
- International Journal of Software Security & Testing
- International Journal of Economics Today
- International Journal of Oracle
- International Journal of Consonance
- Insight: International Journal
National Journals:
- Journal of Regional History
- Punjab Journal of Politics
- Journal of English Literature and Language
- Journal of School Social Work
- Indian Journal of Business Management & Technology
- Indian Journal of Finance & Banking
- Indian Journal of Biochemistry & Biotechnology
- Indian Journal of Natural Product
- Indian Journal of Biotechnology
- Indian Journal of Pure and Applied Physics
- And many other subject based journals
Magazines and Newspapers
Various magazines like: Aaha Zindagi, Femina, Digit, India Today, Pratyogi Darpan (Hindi and English), Sarita, science reporter, Yojana and Yoga Sandesh are also provided by the library.
The newspapers that are available through library are The Tribune, Hindustan Times, The Times of India, The Economic times, The Hindu, Punjab Kesari, Amar Ujala, Dainik Jagran, Ajit Samachar et al.
E-Resources and Digital Access:
INFLIBNET and DELNET: The college library is a member of INFLIBNET and DELNET, allowing faculty and students to access research articles and other digital resources directly from the websites of international publishers.
N-LIST Project: Students and teachers can avail e-resources through e-ShodhSindhu and the N-LIST project operated under INDEST-AICTE.
National Digital Library (NDLI): NDLI is a virtual library that connects learners to the best educational resources across the country. It has content available in various languages and is suitable for students of all education levels. It is operated by IIT Kharagpur.
E-PG Pathshala: This project is a part of the ICT based education mission of the Government of India, which is run by UGC. It provides high quality content in 70 subjects, prepared by experts from universities.
NCERT Digital Books: Students can download NCERT books from class 1 to 12 online in Hindi, English and Urdu. This helps immensely in preparing for board exams and entrance exams.
Conclusion:
The library of PCM SD College is not only a book repository but also a powerful platform for the intellectual and academic development of students. With its services, facilities and resources it ranks as one of the leading libraries in the state. The manner in which this library has evolved itself to the modern times of technology is certainly admirable This library is a step towards researching, studying and innovation and will remain still a centre of knowledge to the students and teachers in the forthcoming years.
