Library

The OFTC Libraries provide educational resources and library services to support all programs offered at OFTC. The collection embraces diversity, provides balance, and includes a range of formats.

The libraries are centrally located on both the North Campus in Sandersville and the South Campus in Dublin. Library resource centers (LRC) are also located at the Jefferson County Center and the Little Ocmulgee Instructional Center (LOIC).

Hours and Contact Information

North Main Desk 478-553-2070

South Main Desk 478-275-6593

Ask a Librarian by email: librarysvcs@OFTC.edu

Operating hours for all sites and holidays are posted on the library website.

Please note that the libraries are closed on the weekends.

Resources

The unified library collection includes thousands of resources that include a standard reference section, journals, periodicals, local newspapers, audiovisual resources, technical manuals, test preparation resources, and print and audio books.

All students regardless of location including dual enrollment students have access to the resources of any Technical College System of Georgia college. Requests for resources can be made in the library, in Primo (OFTC Library online catalog), by phone, or through email.

OFTC students may also use the libraries at Georgia College and State University and Middle Georgia State College and may borrow items from these libraries when they present a current ID badge.

Students may also take advantage of the inter-library loan service that the OFTC libraries provide. With this service, requests can be made for materials owned by libraries throughout the state of Georgia, the southeastern United States, and beyond.

On site, the libraries provide networked computers, a printer, and a Wi-Fi environment. Study areas are located throughout the libraries along with soft seating for those who want a comfortable place to work or relax. There are also study rooms available for groups or for individual use. A friendly and knowledgeable staff is ready to assist with any questions.

Online Resources

Primo/ALMA is the centralized OFTC Library Catalog available 24/7. Users have the choice of searching the main campus or all locations. Circulating resources on each campus are available to all students regardless of location.

Facts & Comparisons features key drug and clinical information for consumers and pharmacy staff.
Films on Demand is a collection of videos covering humanities, social sciences, business, and health.
GALILEO (GeorgiA LIbrary LEarning Online) is a collection of over 250 databases that include indexing thousands of publications and millions of articles. Patrons may access GALILEO off campus by signing in using their OFTC login credentials.
EBSCOhost eBooks includes over 520,000 full-text digital books.
Learning Express offers popular software tutorials, high school equivalency prep, workplace skills, occupational practice tests, US citizenship information, and more.
LibGuides are available through a link on the OFTC Library’s web page and have been created for a specific program area by library staff. When a student selects a program, resources such as books from the library’s catalog, online full-text journals, and web resources will follow.
Salem Press provides current reference resources in literature, history, medicine, genetics, cancer, science, psychology, forensics, and music.

Library Procedures

Most circulating items may be borrowed for three weeks.
Items may be renewed in person, on the phone, through email, or online through Primo.
Reference materials, reserve items, audio-visual materials, newspapers, journals, and magazines are used in the library only.
The library staff will notify the individual when a requested item is returned if it is not available.
All resources are due at the end of the semester regardless of due date.
Individuals are asked to step outside to use cell phones.

Library Orientation/Instruction

In order that new students may be fully informed and aware of all phases of school life, an orientation is provided upon enrollment which includes information about the library.

All students enrolled in COLL 1060 classes will be presented with an in-depth class covering physical and electronic resources. Furthermore, instructors may request a special session to support students with a specific assignment. The library staff encourages all students to ask for assistance whenever needed outside of scheduled sessions. The orientation is also available online with the same level of accessibility for dual enrollment students and those enrolled online.