Audiovisual collection

A large collection of DVDs, VHS video tapes, CD-ROMS and audio CDs is available and can be found in the Library catalogue.

Searching

Add one of these words to your search keywords in the catalogue when looking for a specific format:

  • slide
  • kit
  • cdrom
  • motion picture
  • sound recording
  • videorecording (use when looking for DVD, VHS and laser disc)
  • electronic resource (use when looking for software)

Borrowing

Most items from the audiovisual collection are available for 7 day loan, however:

  • Equipment and sound effect CDs are available for 3 day loan.
  • CD-ROMS accompanying books have the same loan period as the book.
  • Reserve titles or titles listed as ‘Reserved for student viewing’ can only be viewed within the Library.
  • CAVAL users are only able to borrow CD-ROMS accompanying books.

Bookings

You can place holds via our catalogue. If you need an item for a class presentation, please book in advance.

Viewing

At each Library site you can:

  • Watch DVDs and VHS videos
  • Watch video slides and motion picture films (Group viewing facilities)
  • Listen to audio CDs (Carlton and Swanston Libraries). CDs can also be used in the computer lab with the headphones.
  • View slide tapes (Bundoora, Carlton and Swanston Libraries).

Most DVDs offer subtitles in various languages including English.