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Library instruction, courses

The library arranges many kinds of user instruction for its customers.

For the students of the Aalto University School of Science and Technology there is information retrieval and management instruction available that is connected with different phases of studying. The library exercise for new students in the autumn and the library's part in the bachelor seminar are mandatory for all students. During the master's work period there is information retrieval education available in the optional M module course titled Tools for master's thesis. During the study modules students are familiarized with using the library and information sources, transmitting scientific information and evaluating information reliability.

For the School of Science and Technology staff the library arranges instruction on current issues (for instance Nelli and RefWorks training). You can get personal advice and instruction in problem situations at the Information service point of the library.

Different kinds of groups, such as students of other educational institutes and companies, can order customized user education.

The library also organizes on demand tours in the premises, in which the most important collections and services are introduced.

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