Student FAQ
- How can I borrow materials from Course Reserves?
- Course reserve materials are available for checkout at the Circulation desk when the Main Library is open. You will need a valid Cal Poly I.D.
- Can I take Course Reserve materials out of the Library?
- Yes, course reserves materials can be taken out of the library.
- How long can I check out Course Reserves?
- Checkout duration is determined by the instructor and varies from 1 hour to 2 days.
- What are Course Reserve fines?
- $1.00 an hour up to a maximum of $25.00 per item. No grace period allowed and fines begin immediately after due time and accrue 24 hours a day.
- How can I access Electronic Reserves?
- Electronic Reserves, if made available by your instructor, are in your Blackboard course.
- Someone has checked out materials I need. What can I do?
- Course Reserve materials are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Check PolyCAT for return information.


