Library
The Dhole Patil College of Engineering (DPCoE) Central Library spans a spacious 700 sqm area, providing a well-structured and resourceful environment for students and faculty. The library is divided into multiple sections, including book stacking, periodicals, reference materials, and a digital library equipped with 10 computer nodes for research and online learning. Additionally, the well-ventilated reading hall accommodates 135+ students, ensuring a comfortable and quiet space for study.
All books in the library are classified according to the Dewey Decimal Classification System, making it easy for users to locate academic resources efficiently. The book transaction process is fully automated, managed through a computerized barcode system using Autolib software, which enhances accessibility and accuracy. Moreover, the library offers an Online Public Access Catalog (OPAC) search facility, allowing students to quickly find books and reference materials within the library premises.
The library operates from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, ensuring ample access to resources. The reading hall remains open for up to 24 hours, catering to their academic needs. With its modern infrastructure, advanced digital resources, and student-friendly services, the DPCoE Central Library serves as a crucial pillar in the institution’s commitment to academic excellence.
Library Computerization:
Library is using ‘Auto Lib Library Management Software’ so called ‘AutoLib’. Data Entry and Barcode work is being completed. Library circulation and routine work is done fully with the help of Library Management Software.
Library Details:
| Sr. No. | Library Information | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | Total Number of Book | 19,619 |
| 3 | Total Number of Title | 5944 |
| 4 | Number of Journals | 40 |
| 5 | Number of E- Resources | 04 |
| 6 | Number of CDs | 1389 |
| 7 | Total Area of Library | 404.31 Sqm |
| 8 | Average Faculty Users | 10 |
| 9 | Average Students Users | 164 |
| 10 | Automation Software Used | AutoLib New Generation(NG) |
| 11 | Total Number of Computer | 10 |
| 12 | Library Working Time | 9.00am To 5.00pm |
| 13 | Number of Qualified Staff in Library | 2 |
| 13 | Reading Hall Capacity | 100 |
| 13 | Library Website | https://dpcoepune.edu.in/campus-life/library/ |
| 13 | Library E-mail | librarian@dpcoepune.edu.in |
Library Management:
Mr. Hemant Bhoye
Designation: Librarian
Specialization: – B. Ed, B. Lib, M Lib, SET.
Email- librarian@dpcoepune.edu.in
- Participated in International / National Seminar, Workshop & Webinar: 15+
- Work Experience 🙁 4 years)
Message:
“A library is a place where a person can go and return empty handed, still carrying a lot of things with him”
Dear Students and Faculty,
Welcome to DPCoE Central Library! Our library is a hub of knowledge, providing access to a vast collection of books, journals, e-resources, and research materials to support your academic journey. We are committed to fostering a learning environment where curiosity thrives, and information is easily accessible.
Our dedicated team is here to assist you with research, references, and digital resources. Whether you need help finding materials, citing sources, or exploring databases, we are always ready to support you.
Stay updated with our latest additions and events by visiting our library portal. We encourage you to make the most of our resources and facilities. Happy reading and researching!
Mr. SAWANT ANNASAHEB SUNIL
Designation: Assistant Librarian
Specialization: – B. Lib, M. Lib.
Mobile No. 88055543 28
Email- annasawant1998@gmail.com
- Participated in International / National Seminar, Workshop & Webinar: 08
- Work Experience 🙁 3 years)
Library Rules
- The entire library is primarily intended for the students & staff of this college.
- All students are expected to maintain silence in the library.
- Personal belongings are not allowed in the stack room, reference section, & digital library.
- Eatables are not allowed inside the library.
- Students are not permitted to sit in the library during their lectures & practical hours.
- The following things are not permitted: folding the corners of pages, marking, underlining, or highlighting the content or text matter, tearing out the pages, or writing with pen or pencil on pages.
- One library card will enable the student to borrow four books at a time. And he/she will be responsible for the books borrowed on his/her card.
- Books are issued to library cardholders along with their library cards only & not through anybody else.
- Ensure you get issued the books on the same day for which you have placed the demand slip. Otherwise, the same books will be issued to the next student.
- A book/books is issued for one week. The book(s) may be reissued for another week through a renewal request before the & return due date & if there is no demand from another student for the same book.
- If a student fails to return a book/books on the return date, he/she will be liable for a fine of Rs. 1/- per day per book.
- Current issues of journals/magazines will not be issued to students for tacking outside the library. However, the back issues of certain journals/magazines may be issued for 2 days.
- If a book is lost by the borrower or damaged to be unserviceable for future use, the cost of the book or the same copy of the book is recovered from the borrower.
- Certain valuable/rare books/reference books will not be issued outside the library. However, such books will be issued to refer to in the library/reading hall only during library working hours.
- Loss of a library card should be intimated to the librarian immediately in writing by mentioning their previous card details. Duplicate cards will be issued at the cost of Rs. 100/- after verification.
Library Advisory Committee
| Sr. No. | Name of Member | Designation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mrs. Uma Sagar Dhole Patil | Secretary (DPES) |
| 2 | Dr. Abhijit Dandavate | Chairperson (Principal DPCOE) |
| 3 | Prof. Hemant Bhoye | Secretary (Librarian DPCOE) |
| 4 | Prof. Sandip Kale | Member (FE Dept) |
| 5 | Dr. Aarti Dandwate | Member (Computer Dept) |
| 6 | Prof. Rahul Ghode | Member (IT Dept) |
| 7 | Prof. Siddharaj Allurkar | Member (Auto Dept) |
| 8 | Prof. Neha Dumne | Member (E&TC Dept) |
| 9 | Dr. Gopal Alapure | Member (Civil Dept) |
| 10 | Prof. Dattatrya Kotkar | Member (Mechanical Dept) |
| 11 | Prof. Shrikant Jagatap | Member (MBA Dept) |
| 12 | Mr. Suyash Narsale (IT. BE) | Student Representative |
| 13 | Ms. Shraddha Biradar (Auto. BE) | Student Representative |
| 14 | Ms. Ishwari Maske (Comp, BE) | Student Representative |
| 15 | Mr. Ganesh Dilipkumar Soni (Mech. BE) | Student Representative |
| 16 | Mr. Prem Dijarne (E&TC, BE) | Student Representative |
| 17 | Ms. Manshi Matale (MBA II) | Student Representative |
The Library Extends Following Services to the Readers
- Book Lending Service: Borrowing textbooks, reference books, and general reading materials. Defined borrowing periods and renewal options.
- Digital Library Access: Access to e-books and online databases. Resources such as IEEE, NPTEL, DELNET, NDLI, and other platforms.
- Library Orientation: Sessions to familiarize students with library resources and facilities.
- Question Bank, Syllabus and other Study Material: Availability of previous years’ question papers and study material.
- Open Access Resources: Availability of AICTE e-kumbh, e-shodhsindhu, shodhganga and other resources.
- Bar coded Circulation (Issue – Return) Fully computerized bar coded circulation service is available with SMS facility.
- Reference Service: Reference service is provided in the library that helps the users to make full use of the resources in the library.
Annual Institutional Library Membership
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Savitribai Phule Pune University
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Jaykar Knowledge Resource Center, Pune.
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ARAI – (Automotive Research Association of India)
Books & Other Materials
- UG/PG Books: 19619
- Books from Other Schemes: 451
- Rare Books/ Manuscripts: 99
- Reference Books: 2213
- E- Books: 33,000
- Periodicals Subscribed (Print): 40
E-Resources
| Sr. No. | E-Journal / E-Resource / E-Books | Particulars |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | IEEE ASPP Online Tier | https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/Xplore/home.jsp – Journal And Magazines – International Journals- 215 – Articles:- 1.3m |
| 2 | DELNET Membership | http://www.delnet.nic.in/ (Developing Library Network) ( DPCOE Membership No. IM-1755 ): 10558 free e-books in 687 categories, Number of Full Text E-Journals, Thesis, Dissertations, & Other databases are possible to Access & Download facility available through Central Library. |
| 1 | NPTEL Videos / Notes Access and Download | NPTEL Video Lectures Download (IIT institutes video lectures are freely available to access from DPCOE college campus.) |
| 1 | Calibre-Web free E-Books Database | # |
| 1 | National Digital Library (NDL) Open Source e-resource Membership |
https://ndl.iitkgp.ac.in (Digital Resource provided by Ministry of Human Resource Development, India) |
| 1 | e-shodhsindhu Open Source e-resource |
https://ess.inflibnet.ac.in/ |
| 1 | Shodhganga Open Source e-resource |
https://shodhganga.inflibnet.ac.in/ |
| 1 | AICTE e-Kumbh Open Source e-resource |
https://shodhganga.inflibnet.ac.in/ |
| 1 | Feedback Form – DPCOE Central Library | https://forms.gle/3NXZXBssLZSThBBBA |
These E-Resources are possible to access & download from anywhere on DPES campus through internet…
Facilities
Reading Room:
- Spacious and well-lit reading area with 100+ student capacity for quiet study.
- Extended hours during exam seasons.
Computer and Internet Access:
- 10 computers available for use of internet in Digital Library area.
Online Public Access Catalog (Web-OPAC):
- Web-OPAC facility is available for all readers. Even readers can reissue the book 2 times by OPAC login.
Dedicated Sections:
- Separate sections for Books, Journals, Magazines, Newspapers, Reference Book, Book Processing Section, Reading Room and Issuing Counter.
Wi-Fi Access:
- Free Wi-Fi connectivity for students and staff within the library premises.
Library Management Software:
- AutoLIb-NG Library Management Software using for cataloging, issuing, tracking library materials and OPAC facility.
Reprographic Facility:
- Reprographic facility is available in the library. Readers can use this facility as per their
requirement.
Infrastructure
1. Reading Hall
2. Digital Library
3. Journals Section
4. Stacking Area
5. Reference Section
6. News Paper Section
Course Wise Collection
| Sr. No. | Course | Title | Volume | Cost (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mechanical | 631 | 2101 | 812448 |
| 2 | E & TC | 791 | 3187 | 1265572 |
| 3 | Computer | 809 | 3601 | 1357829 |
| 4 | Information Tech. | 692 | 3047 | 1296010 |
| 5 | Automobile | 619 | 1926 | 780298 |
| 6 | M.B.A | 688 | 1820 | 765825 |
| 7 | Civil | 423 | 1425 | 5,68,853 |
| 8 | General Science | 574 | 1674 | 568707 |
| 9 | Others | 717 | 820 | 2,12,629 |
| Total | — | 5944 | 19619 | 7628171 |
Library Best Practices
- Total Open Access to all Readers.
- Display of “Reading Thoughts in the Library premises.”
- Web OPAC Facility
- Rehears visit entry digital record with barcode system.
- Library Orientation and Know your Library Program i.e. Library Tour for every newly joined reader.
- DELNET Document Delivery Service and Inter Library Loan Service.
- SMS alert service for book transactions.
- Database of Previous Year Question Papers.
- Use of Barcode for Quick Access.
