Editing Engineering Library II (section)

== Facilities and Equipments ==

===== Technological Infrastructure =====

Since EnggLib marks itself as an IT library, it invests heavily in technological infrastructure and operations. In order to streamline all processes in the library, EnggLib is heavily dependent in this infrastructure. This enables the library to deliver fast and efficient services to its clientele -- setting an updated know-how on the technological advances in the world. The library has its own [[server room]], and all rooms are well-connected to its [[local area network]]. Each room was designed with a unique purpose and are able to access to different internet connections intended for development and research. The library is also subscribed to a speedy internet connection, ensuring that all internet usage and workflow shall not be interrupted and all equipment are well-maintained in the library.<ref name="AR2012 25">{{cite book}}</ref>
===== Library Security =====

Part of EnggLib’s effort in providing quality and excellent service is to give assurance of the security of the library materials and safety of its patrons. Thus, '''security gates''' and '''[[CCTV cameras]]''' were strategically installed in various places in the library to monitor areas and activities beyond the view of staff. This can be a way to prevent possible untoward incident from occurring.<ref name=ISNS>{{cite book}}</ref>
===== Special Learning Spaces =====

[[File:DOST Reading Room.jpg|thumb|250px|right|DOST Reading Room and Faculty Lounge]]
Special rooms in EnggLib makes learning even more productive, like the '''ERG Discussion Room''' specifically intended to cater to the needs of the students for academic related interactions. EnggLib also has a '''Discussion Room @ The Learning Commons''' equipped with an [[interactive whiteboard]], allowing students to enjoy a new way of studying and discussing among their peers. There is also the '''DOST Reading Room and Faculty Lounge''', reserved for faculty members and graduate students needing a quieter place to read and write their paper. Another unique spot at EnggLib is the '''Reading Zone''' which is an open space, without direct supervision of library personnel, for anyone to read, discuss, share and swap materials (you take one, you give one).<ref name=webfac>{{cite web}}</ref>
===== The Learning Commons =====

[[File:EnggLib The Learning Commons.jpg|thumb|250px|right|The Learning Commons of UP Engineering Library]]
EnggLib came up with The Learning Commons (TLC) as a response to the changing information lifestyle of users, and changing methods of classroom instruction that has shifted from being individual-based to group learning. TLC is a space designed to promote interaction and collaboration among users and is a one-stop location for all things academic and digital, providing users with means to access the library’s digital resources, engage in multimedia projects, and do group coursework. TLC is a program that brings into maturity the library’s adaptation of the Commons concept, already introduced through other facilities such as the ERG Discussion Rooms, the DOST Reading Room, and the Reading Zone. TLC furthers this concept by integrating technology and ergonomics with information resources and services, to create an academic environment that magnifies learning possibilities by encouraging shared experience.<ref name="AR2012 1617">{{cite book|title=UP College of Engineering Library Annual Report 2012|date=2013|publisher=UP College of Engineering Library|location=Diliman, Quezon City|pages=16–17}}</ref> The facility is equipped with 30 Mac computers & 8 Windows PCs as Internet Portals, combined with 5 Windows PCs as Collaborative Workstations.

The '''Collaborative Workstations''' (CWS) is a facility specifically designed for engineering students and their academic needs. Each workstation is installed with programming applications and multimedia software, all open source, to aid them in their course requirements. The CWS is aimed to be an extension of the students’ classrooms and laboratories, allowing the students to work in groups and enable the healthy exchange of ideas among young minds. The Learning Commons encourages a culture of being the go-to place of students for their machine problems, media hub, laboratory exercises, or chill-out place, providing them with comfortable bean bags, carpets & a noise-allowed facility.<ref name=webfac>{{cite web}}</ref>
By its novelty and uniqueness, The Learning Commons has earned the EnggLib a distinct place among modern Philippine libraries and currently serves as a benchmark for other institutions with similar on-going projects. It also takes pride that after a year of operations, TLC was awarded as the '''Outstanding Library Program of 2010''' by the Philippine Association of Academic and Research Librarian (PAARL).<ref name="AR2012 1617">{{cite book}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=UP COE Library’s The Learning Commons is outstanding library program of the year|url=http://upengglogscript.wordpress.com/2011/05/30/up-coe-library%E2%80%99s-the-learning-commons-is-outstanding-library-program-of-the-year/|work=The Online Engineering Logscript|publisher=UP Engineering Logscript|accessdate=13 March 2014}}</ref>
===== Alternative Learning Experience =====

Today, TLC also hosts a regular activity dubbed as '''Film Fridays''', an avenue to uncover the what, who, when, where, how, and why of various scientific fields featured from the shows of [[Discovery Channel]], [[National Geographic]], [[History Channel]] and EnggLib’s multimedia collection. Students are able to enjoy an alternative learning experience inside the library in a comfortable setting.<ref>{{cite web|title=Film Fridays|url=http://www.engglib.upd.edu.ph/index.php/facilities-services/filmfridays|work=UP College of Engineering Library Website|publisher=UP College of Engineering Library|accessdate=13 March 2014}}</ref>