Abstract
The objective of the present study was to explore the use of materials recommended by the academic members of the University of Moratuwa, identifying the effects of the processing time of the materials on the usage. The circulation statistics of materials ordered during 2007 were analyzed by user categories, year of publication and processing time. Analysis confirmed that frequency of use of materials had no relation with the processing time even though the processing time of the materials was not in a satisfactory level. Zero usage of some materials has created many questions on the recommendations of the academic members. Year of publication of the materials has a direct impact on the usage. The collaboration between the library and the faculties should be further strengthened. Faculties of the University should decide to obtain the assistance of the library academics in designing of courses for different departments of the university. Key Words: Collection Management; Academic Libraries doi: 10.4038/jula.v14i1.2686Journal of the University Librarians Association of Sri Lanka. Vol.14 (Issue 1). 2010 31-42
Highlights
The objective of the present study was to explore the use of materials recommended by the academic members of the University of Moratuwa, identifying the effects of the processing time of the materials on the usage
The present study compared the circulation of the recommended materials ordered and accessioned during the period of 2007 against the difference between the accessioned date and the date added to the lending collection
The circulation data suggest that many precautions should be taken before recommending and purchasing of materials by the academic staff members as well as the librarians
Summary
The objective of the present study was to explore the use of materials recommended by the academic members of the University of Moratuwa, identifying the effects of the processing time of the materials on the usage. Through effective collection analysis and assessment, quantitative and qualitative data could be obtained for evaluating the usefulness and utility of the library collection It assists to determine the budget requirement of the library by focusing how well the library collection supports the needs of the users and the institution. Prior to 1978, it was known as the Ceylon Technical College of Katubedda, which was established in 1893 Today it is one of best technical University in Sri Lanka, comprising three faculties; Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology. University of Moratuwa is always committed in providing access to both print and electronic resources to the users to support research and curricula It was the first fully automated University library in Sri Lanka. The library, University of Moratuwa maintains stability of the collection by sending low-use items to a separate location for temporary storage and follows a standard weeding procedure to discard the least used or badly damaged items in the collection
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