To get a library card, you need to:

1. Complete the library registration form (available at the circulation desk)
2. Present a valid student ID or staff ID
3. Pay any applicable registration fees
4. Attend a brief library orientation session

Your library card will be issued immediately after registration.

Regular library hours are:

• Monday - Thursday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
• Friday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
• Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Sunday: Closed

Extended hours are available during examination periods. Check our opening times page for current schedules.

The library is open to:

• All registered Kwekwe Polytechnic students
• Teaching and administrative staff
• Alumni with valid alumni cards
• External researchers with special permission
• Guest users (day access only)

Borrowing limits vary by user type:

• Diploma students: 5 books for 2 weeks
• Degree students: 8 books for 2 weeks
• Postgraduate students: 10 books for 4 weeks
• Staff: 15 books for 4 weeks
• Reference materials: Library use only

You can renew books in three ways:

1. Online through the library portal
2. In person at the circulation desk
3. By phone during library hours

Books can be renewed up to 2 times if not reserved by other users.

Overdue fines are charged as follows:

• Regular books: $0.50 per day
• Reserved books: $1.00 per day
• Maximum fine per book: $10.00
• Fines must be paid before borrowing additional items

To access electronic resources:

1. Connect to campus network (on-campus access)
2. Use your student/staff ID and password
3. Access through the library website's e-resources section
4. For off-campus access, use VPN or proxy server

E-book download policies vary by provider:

• Some e-books allow full download
• Others allow chapter-by-chapter download
• Some are online access only
• Downloaded e-books expire after the loan period

If you forget your password:

1. Use the "Forgot Password" link on the login page
2. Contact library staff in person
3. Call the library during working hours
4. Bring your ID for password reset

To book study rooms:

1. Check availability at the circulation desk
2. Book in person or by phone
3. Maximum booking: 2 hours per session
4. Rooms are available during library hours

Yes, the library has:

• 30 computers in the main computer lab
• 10 computers in the e-resources area
• Wi-Fi available throughout the library
• Printing and scanning services available

Library food and drink policy:

• No food allowed in the library
• Only bottled water with secure caps allowed
• Designated refreshment area available near entrance
• Violators may be asked to leave the library

Research assistance is available:

• Visit the reference desk during service hours
• Book a research consultation appointment
• Email your research questions to the library
• Attend research skills workshops

Yes, the library offers regular workshops on:

• Information literacy skills
• Database searching techniques
• Reference management software
• Academic writing and citation
• Check the library calendar for upcoming workshops