Information Resource Centre

GENERAL RULES

General Rules

  • All materials must not be taken out of IRC.
  • Anyone caught stealing or mutilating IRC materials will be reported to the Dean's Office.
  • A quiet atmosphere must be maintained at all times.

PHOTOCOPYING

Photocopying

  • Most books found in IRC can be photocopied within limits of the copyright law.
  • Published books: not more than one chapter or 10% of the number of pages thereof (whichever is more).
  • Periodicals: not more than one article or more than 10% of the number of pages thereof (whichever is more) subject always to the restriction that if more than one article in a periodical is to be photocopied, such article must relate to the same subject matter.
  • All photocopies of works must be for the purpose of private study or research.

What may NOT be photocopied

  • Works categorised as 'Restricted' such as preservation guidelines, code of practice, Singapore standards and works supplied to IRC on the understanding that they would not be reproduced without written consent of the copyright owner.

SERVICES & FACILITIES

Service & Facilities

  • Three computers to search for materials in IRC and NUS Libraries.
  • One self-service multi-function device to do print, photocopy and scan.

IRC opening hours:

Term Period

Monday to Friday - 9am to 9pm
Saturday, Sunday, Public Holiday & NUS Holidays – CLOSED

Vacation period

Monday to Friday - 9:00 am to 5:30 pm
Saturday, Sunday, Public Holiday & NUS Holidays - CLOSED

Quick Links

Things to note:

  • IRC is open to CDE staff and students only. For access and other enquiries, Email IRC@nus.edu.sg
  • Users are to leave the premise after closing hour.
  • Do not leave your belongings unattended in IRC.
  • Strictly no food and drinks are to be brought in.
  • No re-arranging of chairs and tables.