Interlibrary cooperation refers to sharing resources between libraries, providing readers access to journals, book copies, and in some cases, book lending services from other libraries. In today's information-rich era, no single library can fully satisfy readers' knowledge needs with its limited staff and collections. Especially for libraries in technical and vocational institutions with limited budgets, cooperation between libraries is essential to overcome financial constraints, utilize resources effectively, and maximize the use of library information across institutions.

Reader service is a primary purpose of libraries, so "interlibrary cooperation" is considered a crucial reader service. By using digital collection databases or union catalog systems, interlibrary cooperation services are offered. The goal is to "enhance online learning resources" and "share library resources," moving towards a new era of digital libraries.

The services currently provided by our library include document delivery and interlibrary loans. The usage instructions and descriptions are as follows: (Only available for NCHU faculty, staff, and students)

1. National Document Delivery Service (NDDS) (Fee required, pick up at library counter)

Website: http://ndds.stpi.narl.org.tw/

Through the National Document Delivery Service, users can request books held by NDDS partner institutions and request copies of domestic and international journals or books (including materials from China). Users can search the required documents and holding libraries through the system's union catalog and submit requests using an approved account. The library will process requests accordingly. Users are responsible for handling fees and shipping costs. Details of the charges are available on the NDDS website.

First-time users must apply for an account. Once approved by the library staff, an email notification will be sent to activate the account. Eligibility is limited to NCHU faculty, staff, and students.

★ Since May 2024, the NUST x SDGs project is ongoing. This program unites the library resources of 11 partner universities. Through NDDS, users can request free loans (pick up at the applying school's library). Related books can be viewed at the official website. When applying, note "Free loan during 113 NUST Sustainable Book Fair" in the remarks field.

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2. Interlibrary Cooperation Application Forms

1. Physics Books and Journals Service (Access to APS, AIP, OSA, IOP e-journals) (Free, pick up at library counter)

Application link: https://forms.gle/JZMK3mGAE3P557bw8

Applications for physics interlibrary cooperation are usually processed within 4 working hours. The electronic files are sent to NCHU library, which prints them for the applicant. Please refer to the link. Faculty and students are encouraged to make full use of this service.

2. Mathematics Books and Journals Service (Free, pick up at library counter)

Application link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfDOXayQZa3ChtqAzZ0X9kPXrEBL2vfZSx0-ty4BxMpDMC1kw/viewform

Applications for mathematics interlibrary cooperation are usually processed within 4 working hours. The electronic files are sent to NCHU library, which prints them for the applicant. Please refer to the link. Faculty and students are encouraged to make full use of this service.

3. Chemistry Books and Journals Service (Free, pick up at library counter)

Application link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1X9lQaAXRqLB70fQLVfrcIyLpPsJRK5cgmXK1fKWPjKc/viewform?edit_requested=true

Applications for chemistry interlibrary cooperation are usually processed within 4 working hours. The electronic files are sent to NCHU library, which prints them for the applicant. Please refer to the link. Faculty and students are encouraged to make full use of this service.

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3. Interlibrary Loans

1. Chang-Yun-Chia Area University Alliance (Free, borrow in person at partner library)

Partner Institutions: Wufeng University of Science and Technology, Nanhua University, Chienkuo Technology University, National Chung Cheng University, National Chiayi University, National Yunlin University of Science and Technology, National Changhua University of Education, National Formosa University.

Borrowing Procedures: First, obtain an "Interlibrary Cooperation Borrowing Card" at NCHU library counter. Loan period is 30 days, and the card can be renewed once. Late returns or lost cards are handled according to the library’s "Rules on Borrowing Overdue or Damaged Materials." With the card, users may borrow books in person at partner libraries. The card must remain at the lending library until the books are returned. Each card allows borrowing 10 books per library, loan period is 28 days, no renewal or reservation allowed. Any violations are handled according to the rules of the lending library.

★ Due to Article 6, Section 5 of National Chung Cheng University Library regulations ("If a reserved book is borrowed, the loan period is shortened to 14 days"), if a Chang-Yun-Chia Alliance cardholder borrows a reserved book, the loan period is reduced to 14 days. The library will assist in reminding users to return the books early.

2. Partner Libraries:

① National Taiwan University of Arts (Free, borrow in person at partner library)

② National Chung Hsing University (Free, borrow in person at partner library)

Borrowing Procedures: Obtain an "Interlibrary Cooperation Borrowing Card" at NCHU library counter. Loan period is 30 days, card can be renewed once. Late returns or lost cards are handled according to library rules. Each card allows borrowing 5 books per library, loan period is 21 days, no renewal or reservation allowed. Violations are handled according to the lending library’s regulations.

Interlibrary Partner	Card Loan Period	Card Renewal	BooksBorrowing Limit	Book Loan Period
Chang-Yun-Chia University Alliance	30 days	1 time	10	28 days
① Taiwan University of Arts ② National Chung Hsing University	30 days	1 time	5	21 days
National Document Delivery Service (NDDS)	N/A	N/A	–	According to each library

• Replacement fee for lost card: NT$100.
• Card overdue is treated as book overdue, NT$5 per card per day.