Resources for Students | Solano Community College Library

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Did you know that the Solano College Library has a reference librarian at both the Vacaville Center and the new Vallejo Center? Stop by for help, with questions, or just to say "hi". Check our hours of availability or contact us.

Citation Information

Get a list of sample citations in the MLA format handout. [PDF]

Find out how to cite articles you find in the library's databases (in MLA format).

The Online Writing Lab ("OWL") at Purdue has extensive resources for students needing help with writing. In particular, the OWL site has easy-to-use MLA and APA formatting and style guides to help you with citations.

Test Preparation Resources

TestPrepReview.com provides free online access to a variety of tests including the GED, SAT, ACT, TEAS, and more. It also contains useful test-preparation tips and related information.

LearningExpress Library

LearningExpress Library provides access to practice tests and tutorials for academic and licensing tests. Disciplines and tests covered include:

» Civil Service
» EMS
» Firefighter
» GED
» Job Search & Success Skills
» Law Enforcement
» Military
» Reading Skills
» Real Estate
» Technical & Career College Skills
» Writing Skills Improvement
» and many more.

Includes immediate scoring & analysis. Off-campus access available here.

Learning Resources (LR) Courses

LR 1: Principles of Libary Research (3 units)

A broad overview of research methodology leading to successful information retrieval. The student will develop skills through analysis and comparison of print sources, electronic indexes, and web-based resources. (Course Outline)

LR 10: Basics of Information Competency (1 unit)

A course teaching the skills needed to find, evaluate, use, and communicate information from print resources, online databases, and the Internet. (Course Outline & FAQ page)

LR 11: World Wide Web Searching (1 unit)

Introduction to techniques of effective web-based research. Includes use of navigational tools, formulation of search strategies, identification of critical web sites, and evaluation of information retrieved. (Course Outline)

Coming Soon! LR 12: Information & Society (1.5 units)

This course explores the social, cultural, and political context of information and information technologies.

Personal Library Information

You can check your personal library account for information on:

» Materials you have checked out
» Materials you have placed on hold & are waiting for
» Any fines you may have accrued

Please make sure you logout of your account when you are finished!