Michigan State University

Collection Development Policy Statement: Engineering

Collection Management Issues

Specific policies, if any, on replacement, deselection, out of print materials, and preservation.

A. Replacement

       Heavily used items or parts of multi-volume works are replaced when appropriate and possible.

B. Out of print materials

       Out of print materials are not normally considered for purchase.

C. Deselection

       Weeding was done on a systematic basis prior to the closing of the Engineering Library.  It is likely that weeding will not be done on
       a systematic basis in the feature.

D. Preservation

       Materials are reviewed for preservation as they return from circulation. A complete review of preservation needs of the engineering collection           has not been done.