This course gives an introduction to Imperial College London Library resources and information services designed specifically for first year research students. Key areas covered include:

• How to locate and access information resources using the library search and other search tools
• Specialist databases for different literature types
• Accessing electronic journals including Open Access journals
• How to get help and support from library staff
• How to get materials from outside the Imperial collections
  
  

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this workshop you will be able to:

• Identify the best sources of information for research needs
• Recognise the importance of using quality sources of information. 
• Employ effective search techniques.
• Develop an ability to find the best quality information for their research.
• Assess the quality of information they retrieve during their research.

How to Book

Please select a date and book on via Inkpath using your Imperial Single-Sign-On.