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UNI 101 University Learning Skills

Finding Books

Search for Books and Other Materials in the Library Catalog

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What's a Call Number?

Did you find a book you wanted in the library catalog?  If so, refer to its call number, found in its catalog record.  Every book is assigned a call number.  Books and library materials are generally organized by call number in the FAU Libraries.

example of a catalog record for a book on the shelf

Need more help? See a short tutorial that starts at 31:30 minutes into the linked video.

Last updated on Dec 14, 2025 8:35 PM - Guide Creator(s)