The Central Regional TAFE Library and Bookshop services offer students a huge range of physical and online resources to support you on your study journey.
Your Library
All students of Central Regional TAFE automatically have library membership. This lets you access our physical libraries and the resources they offer. It also means you can access an extensive range of eResources at any time. Whether you’re on-campus or off-campus, all students can make the most of the information and library support services that we offer.
Access library resources online now:
Library Resources
Our physical libraries are open to all students and staff of Central Regional TAFE. Here you will find a range of library support services and resources, including:
- Study spaces for individuals and groups
- Borrowing and interlibrary loans
- Computers and basic computer support services
- Photocopying and printing
- Binding and laminating
- Assistance with referencing
- Study skills advice
- Information services
- Help with accessing online learning resources
- Student/staff ID cards
Please note that not all services may be available at each library.
- Geraldton Campus
- Northam Campus
Kalgoorlie students can access Library facilities and have resources delivered to the Kalgoorlie Campus or posted to their home address.
Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
eResources
Our library service offers an extensive range of online resources and databases to all currently enrolled students and staff.
Access to these is automatic when you are on campus.
If you are offsite, follow the steps below to access the eResources:
Log in using your computer network login (student ID and password)
Log in using your computer network login (staff ID and password)
To access AutoData, please contact your lecturer.
Study tips for students
Studying effectively is key to success in your TAFE course. To help you make the most of your study time, we've compiled a list of valuable study hints and strategies.
- Get organised This simple Assessment Planner can save you time and make life easy! Check out this page for the template and a video about how to plot out when your assessments are due: Keeping Track of Your Assessment Due Dates(opens in a new tab)
- Improve your note-taking Make your notes count by using sub-headings, diagrams and key words. It’s also helpful to make a note of any questions that you need to ask your lecturers, or terminology that you need to check in your learning material.
- Make space Do you focus better in the library or at home? Know yourself and what you need to be effective, e.g., a quiet room, good light. Let people know in advance that you have study commitments to minimise distractions.
- Use the tools If you want to maximise your use of the Microsoft 365 applications (e.g. Outlook, Word and Powerpoint ), view the Microsoft 365 Support(opens in a new tab) page.
- Know the rules Ensure that you are clear about the guidelines around referencing and how to avoid plagiarism. There are rules around use of Chat GPT and other AI tools too. Select this page of our library site for more - Online Resources and Social Media(opens in a new tab) .
- Be consistent Don’t skip class! Be consistent with your attendance, so that you can learn the course material first-hand. Remember that you’ll retain more information if you have a few short study sessions during a week, rather than one long cram session.
- Stay motivated Do you study best in the morning or evening? Does it help to set the goal of doing just 1 hour to start? Conquer procrastination by figuring out when your motivation and concentration are highest, so that you can maximise your study time.
- Reward yourself We’re humans, not robots! So make sure that you take breaks (5 mins/hour) to keep your energy high and you can reward yourself with time out, when you’ve reached your goal.
- Connect to support Whether it’s chatting to other students in class, asking questions of your lecturers or going online to seek more information, there’s always help available.
- Manage your stress Keeping balance in your life and making time for socialising, sport and a good sleep routine is great for your brain and your overall health. Check out our Student Mental Health and Wellbeing page for more.
Now you’re all set for a successful semester. Good luck!
Online Catalogue
Use Supersearch to discover our huge range of books, journals, videos and licensed electronic resources from a single search box. From here, you can reserve resources, check your borrower record and more.
All Campuses click here to access Supersearch(opens in a new tab) .
Check the User Guide(opens in a new tab) on how to use Supersearch effectively.
Referencing Resources
APA Style referencing is preferred at Central Regional TAFE. We have guides available for loan at the Library or you can access this online guide(opens in a new tab) .
Your lecturer may organise an information session for your class about referencing but if you ever need assistance, you can always speak to our friendly Library staff.
Cibatek Centre at Geraldton
The Cibatek Centre at the Geraldton Campus allows currently enrolled students 24/7 access to modern computing facilities. All the computers have Microsoft Office and multimedia software installed. Students can also access a range of other services including internet access, printing, photocopying and scanning.
If you are a currently enrolled student and would like after-hours access to the Cibatek Centre, speak with our friendly Library staff members to arrange.
Bookshop
Our bookshops stock the textbooks and stationery you'll need for many courses across our campuses.
All textbooks must be paid in full at the time of purchase. Refunds are only given if the book is in the same condition as it was when sold, and if it is still a current edition.
The Bookshop doesn’t buy or sell any secondhand books, but students can check campus notice boards for any secondhand book sales.
Bookshop Locations
Geraldton Campus
Northam Campus
Opening Hours
Monday - Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
Open every day of school term
Outside of these hours is by appointment only
Need help?
To be directed to your closest Bookshop or Library contact:
Ph: 1800 672 700
E: bookshop@crtafe.wa.edu.au or library@crtafe.wa.edu.au