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Apply For Assistive Technology

ATL

The Library has a range of Assistive Technology (AT) devices available for loan to students with special educational needs. These devices provide learning support to students with physical, visual and hearing difficulties among others.

 

To borrow an AT device, students may submit their request via https://calendly.com/tpatloan. SSCS staff will also be able to advise students on the best device for their needs. Please write in to care@tp.edu.sg and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

Book A Library Facility

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Students and staff may book our library facilities via the Campus Insights@TP platform. Each person may book up to 3 hours per rolling week (e.g., Wednesday to Tuesday, Thursday to Wednesday, etc.)

Bookings may be made for the hubs, pods, presentation room, snooze spots and zen zones. For guidance on the booking process, please refer to the video instructions here.

Borrow, Renew or Reserve Material

Staff and Students

Total loan limit: 60 items (staff), 30 items (students)

Total reservation limit: 60 items (staff), 30 items (students)

 

Collection Loan Period
Open Shelf 4 weeks
Periodicals
1 week
Restricted
1 week
AT Devices 1 week

Note: Loan period will be reduced to 1 week if a book has multiple reservations.

 

 

External Members

Total loan limit: 20 items

Total reservation limit: 20 items

 

Collection Loan Period
Open Shelf 4 weeks
Periodicals
1 week
Restricted No loan

Note: Loan period will be reduced to 1 week if a book has multiple reservations.

 

The library may modify loan privileges as needed.

 

Last updated: 15 May 2026

The library has self-check machines at level 2 for patrons to self-borrow library materials.

You will need to enter your login ID and PIN before you start.

To get a new pin, Sign in to your library account. Under Personal Details, select Update PIN Code. Key in 4 to 8 numeric digits and click Save. Alternatively, approach the Loans Counter for assistance.

 

Pro-tip: place the book spine on the v-shaped crevice.

Restricted loans, Hourly loans, AT devices, and items with reservations cannot be renewed.
All other loans are automatically renewed three days before the due date.
Maximum renewal limit: 3. After three renewals, if the items is reservation-free, you can request for a new loan cycle at the Loans Counter.

You can place online reservations via Poly LibSearch. When the items are ready for collection, you will receive a QR code via email. Scan the QR code to retrieve the items from the Reservation Pick-up Locker located outside the library.

 

AT devices cannot be reserved.

Use either the return kiosk or book drop outside the Library to return borrowed materials.

Patrons accept responsibility for returning material on or before the due date and for responding promptly to recall notices.

Patrons will receive courtesy notices informing them to return Library items promptly. Fines for overdue items will start right after the due date has passed. Patrons with outstanding loans and overdue fines will also receive reminder emails on a monthly basis. Patrons are responsible for returning items on time whether or not courtesy notices are received.

Overdue items are charged at $0.10 per item per day. Payment of overdue fines can be made via PayNow through your library account.
 

External members may email libloan@tp.edu.sg to arrange for payment via PayNow.

Please report any lost library materials immediately. Items not returned within 35 days after the due date will be considered lost and will incur lost charges.
 

If the lost or damaged item is part of a set or series, the full set or series must be replaced.

Once payment has been made, no refund will be given even if the lost item is subsequently found.
 

If a lost item is found and returned before payment, the lost charges will be waived. However, overdue fines will still apply.
 

Please check for any damage before borrowing and report it to the library. Do not attempt to repair the item yourself. Borrowers will be held responsible for any damage not reported at the point of borrowing.

Sign in to your Library account to access the following services:

 

  • Check due dates of borrowed items
  • Reserve items
  • Check loan history

Recommend Titles To Library

Can’t find the book you need for your studies? Submit a book recommendation to the library. To ensure you get your book on time, please do not request last minute.

Request For Project Advisory Service

To get research help with your assignment or project, make an appointment with our friendly librarian who will point you to relevant and credible online resources. 

Request For Document Delivery For Students

Automated Document Delivery service is available to TP full-time and part-time students to obtain journal articles or book chapters not held by the library. Refer to this guide for instructions on how to make a request via Poly LibSearch.

 

If the articles or chapters are not found in Poly LibSearch, submit a request using the form below. Document requested must be for study or research purposes and supported by your lecturer.

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