Membership and Registration

Use of the University Library is available after registration.

On the basis of the submitted documentation, the librarian registers the applicant as a reader and completes an electronic record containing the person’s first and last name, personal identification number, address, telephone number, email address, semester and school.

Academic, invited and administrative staff are registered on the basis of an identity document and contact details. Readers are required to notify the Library of any changes to their information.

Library Services

Readers may use the University Library’s collections, reading and computer rooms, group and individual study rooms, electronic library, audio and video materials, and free access to scholarly electronic databases.

Academic, invited and administrative staff, as well as students, may access electronic materials through the University’s electronic academic process management system at emis.sdasu.edu.ge.

When using Library resources, readers must present an identity document or a student card issued by the University.

Finding, Ordering and Reserving Materials

Required materials may be located through the Library catalogue on the University website or with the direct assistance of a librarian.

Materials may be ordered in person or by email. The librarian informs the reader whether the item is available, whether it may be borrowed for home use and for what period.

If a specific item is unavailable, the librarian offers an alternative resource. Required materials may also be reserved in advance.

Borrowing and Returning Books

A printed item held in a single copy, except where otherwise permitted, may not be removed from the Library and may be used only in the reading room. If there is no daily demand for the item, it may be borrowed temporarily.

Periodicals, dictionaries and encyclopaedias may not be borrowed from the Library.

Students and academic, invited and administrative staff are entitled to borrow books. Readers are required to return books on time.

If another reader requests a book that is in high demand, the current user must return it no later than 48 hours after receiving written notice from the librarian. The loan period may be extended only if there is no demand for the book.

Loan Periods and Limits

A reader may borrow no more than five books at a time.

Materials must be returned to the Library when the due date is reached. An extension is possible only if there is no demand for the item.

If a reader is unable to return an item on time for an objective reason—such as illness or absence from the country—they must notify the Library in advance. Otherwise, the due date will be considered missed.

If the return deadline is missed, the reader’s right to take materials outside the Library may be restricted. Any restriction must be justified and communicated in advance.

Loss, Outstanding Items and Responsibility

If an item is lost, the reader must reimburse the University for its market value or replace it with a copy of the same title or another Library item in demand.

To receive a diploma, a student must submit a clearance form confirming that they have no outstanding Library obligations. A diploma will not be issued to a student with an outstanding Library debt.

Notifications and Access to Information

The librarian sends a warning when a book is overdue, when a high-demand book is requested by another reader, or when the rules of conduct are violated.

A second reminder may be sent one day after the due date. Failure to receive a notification does not release the reader from their obligations.

For information about Library activities, working hours, material availability and loan periods, readers may contact a librarian in person, by email, telephone or another means of communication. A response will be provided within no more than two business days.

Computers, Internet and Technology

All Library members are entitled to use information and communication technologies. Computers, internet access and Wi-Fi are free of charge.

After use, computers must be left switched on. Users must take care of the equipment and may not install or delete software files.

Computers may not be used for purposes unrelated to study, including games and entertainment websites. If a technical issue occurs, the user must contact a librarian and must not attempt repairs independently.

When other users are waiting, computer use is limited to 60 minutes.

Printing and Photocopying

Readers may use photocopying and printing services for educational and research materials.

Library literature may not be copied, and information may not be printed from a computer, without authorisation. Readers must contact a librarian to use these services.

Code of Conduct

Readers must respect Library staff and other users, take care of the material and technical facilities, and avoid damaging equipment or inventory.

Upon entering the Library, mobile phones must be switched to silent mode. Readers must maintain silence and avoid disturbing others during group work.

Used Library resources must not be returned to shelves independently; they should be handed to a librarian or left on the table.

When receiving an item, the reader must check its condition and report any defect to a staff member.

Food may not be brought into the Library, except bottled water and other bottled mineral drinks.

Prohibitions and Sanctions

Books or other resources may not be removed without a special loan record made by a librarian.

Insulting a staff member or another user is subject to disciplinary responsibility under the University’s Internal Regulations and Code of Ethics.

If a resource or item of equipment is damaged, the reader must fully compensate for the loss.

A reader who breaks the silence receives a verbal warning. If the same violation is repeated twice, the reader must leave the reading room.

Unauthorised removal of a Library resource is subject to disciplinary measures under the University’s Internal Regulations and Code of Ethics.

Readers are required to familiarise themselves with and comply with the Library Use Rules and to compensate for any damage caused by a violation.

Monday — Saturday

10:00 — 20:00