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FAQ

General

Technion libraries are open to the general public. Academic staff, administrative staff and students at the Technion may borrow books and peripheral equipment while presenting a valid student / employee card.

Technion Email enables access to the digital library without any special registration.

Library card access (for tracking paper format books loans and requests) is only possible for those with Technion identification (email and password).

Students for accumulation studies at the Continuing Education & External Studies Unit – For additional information.

Private Readers – For additional information.

Yes. The Technion Libraries are committed to making their services and facilities accessible to people with disabilities, with the aim of providing equal access to library resources and services.

Accessibility accommodations at the Central Library include:

  • Accessible study stations for people with disabilities.
  • Dedicated workstations equipped with NVDA screen-reader software.
  • Workstations with adjustable desks and accessible seating.

In addition, the Technion Libraries portal complies with Level AA accessibility requirements and offers a range of accessibility features, including keyboard navigation, text resizing, contrast adjustments, and screen-reader support.

If you require accessibility accommodations or assistance during your visit, we recommend contacting the library staff in advance. The staff will be happy to assist you and accommodate your needs.

For more information:

Opening hours vary between libraries. Please check the individual library websites or visit the Technion Libraries Opening Hours page for up-to-date information: https://library.technion.ac.il/opening-hours/

No. Each library has its own opening hours, based on its activities and services.

Talking and group work are permitted on the fourth and fifth floors. The sixth floor is designated as a quiet area for individual study.

However, the sixth floor also has study rooms that can be reserved through the BookMe system. These rooms are soundproof, allowing users to talk and study together without disturbing others.

Only water is allowed inside the library.

The library entrance area has tables for eating, a microwave, a water dispenser, a sink, and a snack vending machine, so you can take a food break without leaving the library premises.

Self-service printers and photocopiers are available on floors 4 and 5 of the Technion Libraries. Documents can also be scanned free of charge using the dedicated scanners.

Payment for printing and photocopying

  • Payment can be made by credit card or a preloaded student card.
  • Cash payments are not accepted.

Sending files to print

  • Print jobs can be sent from a computer connected to the Technion network.
  • Files can also be sent from a personal computer or mobile phone using the online printing service, according to the instructions provided on the website.

Printer problems or paper shortages
TSA and the service provider manage printing services. If you encounter a problem, such as a paper shortage, an incorrect charge, or a printing error, please get in touch with the service provider’s support center. Contact details are available on the printers and on the TSA website.

For more information:
Printing and Photocopying – TSA (including printing instructions and troubleshooting): https://www.asat.org.il/academic/contents/print/Copiers_and_printers

Study rooms can be reserved through BookMe, the reservation system for study rooms at the Technion Libraries and other study spaces across campus. Sign-in is through the Technion’s unified authentication system.

To reserve a room:

  1. Go to BookMe.
  2. Sign in with your Technion username and password.
  3. Select a library or study area, choose the room you want, and select a date and time.
  4. Confirm your reservation. The reservation details will appear in the system.

Please note:

  • Room availability and reservation policies may vary by library or study area.
  • Some locations limit the number or duration of reservations, so we recommend reviewing the terms of use before making a reservation.

For more information and room reservations:
BookMe – Study Room Reservation System: https://bookme.technion.ac.il/booked/Web/dashboard.php

Library computers provide a range of software for studying, research, and academic work. This includes office applications, integrated development environments (IDEs), programming tools, remote-access software, video conferencing applications, and other specialized software.

The list of installed software is updated periodically, so we recommend checking the dedicated page on the Technion Libraries website for the most up-to-date information.

For more information:
Software Installed on Library Computers: https://library.technion.ac.il/cen-softwares/

Library computers are available to members of the Technion community. To sign in, use your Technion institutional username and password (Technion unified authentication credentials).

If you are unable to sign in or encounter a problem accessing a computer, please contact the library staff or the Technion Computing and Information Systems Division support center for assistance.
Computing and Information Systems Division – Authentication and Support: https://cis.technion.ac.il/en/

Guests without Technion credentials can obtain a daily password to use the library computers. To receive a password, please visit the circulation desk, present a valid ID, and sign the fair-use agreement.

For more information:
Technion Libraries – Borrowing Services: https://library.technion.ac.il/borrowing-services/

As a general rule, animals are not allowed in the Technion Libraries.
Guide dogs and service dogs are permitted in accordance with applicable laws and accessibility guidelines.

If you have a question regarding a special case or an accessibility-related need, we recommend contacting the library staff in advance for assistance.

For more information:
Rules of Conduct at the Information and Learning Center: https://library.technion.ac.il/he/guidelines/

There is no designated prayer room in the Technion Libraries.

If you are looking for a place to pray on campus, we recommend contacting the library staff or checking the locations of prayer rooms and synagogues across the Technion campus. The library staff will be happy to direct you to the nearest suitable location.

For more information:
Technion Libraries Portal: https://library.technion.ac.il/

The location of the protected space varies among the Technion Libraries.
While in the library, please follow the instructions of the Home Front Command and library staff and proceed to the nearest protected space when an alert is issued.

If you are unsure where the protected space is located, please ask the library staff for directions.

No. The library does not have a designated nursing room.

Circulation

Faculty members, students and administrative staff may borrow books from all Technion libraries.

It is recommended to return books to the library from which they were loaned.

Please open an incident at the Technion HelpDesk (Hebrew only), or turn to the Circulation Department at the Central Library via email: cir@technion.ac.il or via phone: 073-378-2504/2521. 

You can try to independently extend the loan on the card. If there are still requests for the item, it must be returned on the specified due date.

The stock of dictionaries is limited, so it is therefore advisable to check in advance the collection containing all details of its availability.

Computing & Network

The library is not responsible for passwords for encrypted networks and you should contact the Faculty computing manager or the Division of Computing and Information Systems:
“TechSec” Network – Secure Network. Login instructions
“Eduroam” Network – a worldwide secure network that allows easy connection to the Wi-Fi network in academic institutions around the world with a one-time setup only. Login instructions

Each library has different software installed.

These software are currently installed on the Central Library’s computers.

Technion students can also install certain software (such as Visual Studio, SolidWorks, Matlab and more) free of charge. The service is provided via Azure Virtual Desktop – Microsoft Cloud services.

For registration and more details about the service

Peripheral Equipment

Printing and photography services are per pay. The charges and the technical handling of printers are under the responsibility of ASAT. Contact information of MAFIL company and/or ASAT representative can be found at the printers’ area. Scanning services are provided free of charge (copiers which are also used for scanning are indicated at the printers’ area).

Off-Campus Access

Home connection requires an identification in the Technion’s unified system. All information about the various access options is available on the off-campus access page.

Access is only available with these accounts: @technion.ac.il or @campus.technion.ac.il 

Sure. Access is available from anywhere and with any network, and since it is a web-based system, is also accessible from any device (computer, tablet or smartphone with Internet access).

Reference, Instruction & Research Support

The identification requirement is resource dependent and therefore, you do not have to try to identify in advance, but only when requested and you should follow the screen instructions.

Yes, the information specialists team working in the libraries is available to the Technion community to answer questions, to locate academic material, sources of information and tools for their organization.

Yes, you can order individual and group guidance on the Reference & Instruction page using the relevant links.

Academic staff, administrative staff and students with an active Technion account.

The Technion Libraries offer a wide range of individual and group training sessions tailored to the needs of students, researchers, faculty members, and research groups. All training sessions are provided free of charge and can be customized to support your studies or research. Order guidance

Guidance topics include:

Training sessions can be arranged for individuals or groups and are customized to your specific topic and research field.

The service is available to the entire Technion community, from pre-academic students through all stages of an academic and research career.

You can consult an information specialist, choose databases according to domains in the portal, or search by keyword in the portal search engine.

Yes, references of articles in Hebrew can be located in two ways:

The database: Haifa Index to Hebrew Periodicals – IHP

Using the Articles & More system.

Yes, the Technion libraries have purchased the PatBaseExpress database. You can receive help / advice on patent search and on using the database by ordering an individual / group guidance on the Reference & Instruction page.

Reference management programs (or citation tools) are aimed at assisting researchers and students to organize and format their bibliographic citations and references. See our tutorial and recommendations on the following page. In addition, you can schedule a personal or a group guidance for these programs with the reference & information team in the central library or with your faculty librarian.

Historical Archive

The historical archive contains:

• Documents, letters, protocols and photocopies of newspaper articles.

• A partial heritage of Alexander Baerwald.

•  A collection of photos and historical photographs.

• A collection of military programs by Professor Yohanan Ratner.

• A partial collection of maps by Gottlieb Schumacher.

Yes, visit by appointment only. Please contact the department’s email stating the search topic and the purpose of using the materials. A visit will be coordinated during the Historical Archive opening hours, Sunday-Thursday 09:00-15:00.

No, the materials are not borrowable, and are not taken out of the archive’s climate control room while browsing.

No, the Historical Archive does not charge for visiting or for using the materials.

Students who participate in campus buildings projects can be referred to Architecture & Town Planning Library. The head librarian, Viky, has a portfolio of building drawings that can be used by students.

For campus statistics – please contact the Communication and External Relations Unit or the Construction and Maintenance Division (website in Hebrew)