The Learning Commons provides many resources to support you on the path to your degree! We offer a full-service library with books, periodicals, electronic resources, and database access. We also provide access to textbooks and free tutoring.
This guide is designed to help you get started with finding information for Western programs and courses in manufacturing.
The guide is divided into different sections (books, databases, etc.). Navigate to the different sections using the tabs on the left.
For more information about the Learning Commons or for more general academic resources, please visit us in the Learning Commons or email us at learningcommons@westerntc.edu.
Western's Library provides access to a wide variety of resources and materials, including scholarly and academic articles, streaming video, ebooks, magazines, encyclopedias, books in print, and more... all for FREE, using your Western ID.
We recently launched a new Library Search to make it easier than ever to find the resources you need.
Student Learning Librarians are also available to help you find the research and information sources you need to complete an assignment, as well as answer any questions you might have about the research process itself.
The Library collection offers a wide variety of books, ebooks, and audiobooks to support your academic and extracurricular reading interests.
Databases collect content like articles from scholarly journals, magazine articles, and videos. There are databases for almost every subject and topic. Browse the list to find one that's just right for you. The video below explains how to navigate the list.
Our research guides collect the best resources, search strategies, and tips to help you complete your projects and assignments.
The library welcomes your questions and requests--we really do want to help! We can suggest the right database for your research, offer assistance when you get stuck finding sources, brainstorm new keywords to try, help you find the right person for your needs, and so much more.
