to check the titles, library you got it from and shelf numbers of loans you have borrowed and returned
to renew your current loans
to check the fines on your account
Access to My Library Card
You will need your student/staff number
DOB: yr/month/date
Then simply logon.
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Fines
What are the fine amounts?
There are different fine structures for our different loan categories. Fines for Open shelf books and audio visual material are R1.00 per day, late Short Loan books are R2.00 per hour and R50.00 per day
How do I pay fines?
You can pay your fines at any of our CPUT Library branches at the Circulation Desk or by EFT using the following CPUT Banking details:
Bank
ABSA
Branch code
632005
Account no.
01162510521
Creditor
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Reference
222149432LFSTUDENT NUMBER
Contact details
your branch email or library telephone no
Can I appeal a fine?
Yes, you can appeal a fine, but have the necessary evidence that you’ve returned your library items on time.
I found an item I already paid to replace. Can I return the item and be refunded?
The replacement cost (excluding the handling fee and / or any fines) will be reimbursed if lost items are returned within one month of payment
I lost an item I borrowed from the library. What do I do?
Report lost or stolen items to your Librarian or Circulation Desk staff. The replacement cost (plus handling fee and fine) will be obtained and you will be notified personally or via email. You then have to settle the debt before the final assessment results are being released
I have library materials on my account that I already returned/never checked out. What do I do?
Report it to your Librarian or Circulation Desk staff who will then make a note of the incident, search the shelves and keep in touch with you.
Damaged library materials
What happens if I lose or damage library materials?
Contact the staff at the circulation desk and report the damage. g
Given the extent of the damage, you will be held financially responsible for the replacement of the item.
