Specialized monographs and reference materials are acquired depending on budget and current research interests in the Geological Sciences Department. Conference proceedings, bibliographies, state and federal publications, biographies, and historical treatments of the subject are also purchased selectively. G. Formats Chiefly printed materials including books, journals, and maps. Microforms are common, however, for government depository items. Electronic full-text is also of growing importance.
Bibliographic databases are available through the Internet.
Selected indexes and data compilations are made available in machine-readable form. H. Multiple Copies Multiple copies are purchased for heavily-used titles as funds permit. Newer editions of classic works are acquired whenever possible. The geology bibliographer selects materials for purchase, with priority given to faculty and student requests. The Libraries maintain an approval plan for books from many university press and significant trade publishers along with subscriptions and standing orders for many important serials.