Library: Interlibrary Loan

Overview

Interlibrary Loan allows Northwood Tech students and staff to request books and other resources that are not available in their local campus library collection.

Requests can be submitted using the Library's Interlibrary Loan request form or by searching the WISCAT catalog for materials available from other libraries.

Key Information

  • Interlibrary Loan is available to Northwood Tech students and staff.
  • A Northwood Tech campus affiliation is required.
  • Requests can be submitted through the Library's Interlibrary Loan Webpage.
  • Materials can also be searched through the WISCAT catalog for your campus.
  • WISCAT requires a campus-specific username and password.
📝 Note: Interlibrary Loan is available for materials that are not available in your local Northwood Tech campus library collection.

Prerequisites

  • Northwood Tech campus affiliation.
  • Internet access and a web browser.
  • Access to the Northwood Tech Library Interlibrary Loan webpage.

Instructions

Submit an Interlibrary Loan Request

  1. Visit the Interlibrary Loan Webpage.
  2. Complete the required information on the request form.
  3. Click Submit.

Search the WISCAT Catalog

  1. Select your campus below to browse the WISCAT catalog:
  2. When prompted for a username and password, use the credentials for your campus:
    • Ashland: WITCASH
    • New Richmond: WITCNR
    • Rice Lake: WITCRL
    • Superior: WITCSUP

Troubleshooting

I am unable to access the Interlibrary Loan webpage

  • Verify that you have an internet connection.
  • Confirm that you are using a supported web browser.
  • Try accessing the Interlibrary Loan Webpage again.

I cannot access the WISCAT catalog

  • Verify that you selected the correct campus catalog.
  • Confirm that you are using the username and password listed for your campus.
  • Try accessing the campus WISCAT link again.

I am not sure which WISCAT credentials to use

  • Use the credentials listed for your Northwood Tech campus in the Search the WISCAT Catalog section above.

Need Additional Assistance

If you're unable to complete your Interlibrary Loan request after following the steps and troubleshooting guidance above, submit a Service Desk request.

Include the issue you're experiencing, the campus you're affiliated with, and any error messages or screenshots, if available, so the Service Desk can assist you as quickly as possible.

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