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Biology & Applied Sciences: Library Resources

Explore this guide to get help locating scientific journal articles and citing your sources in APA or CSE format.

How do I access the online library?

DIRECTIONS FOR USING THE SINGLE SIGN-ON TO THE SPC LIBRARY:

Go to St Petersburg College main website page and sign in by clicking on the Titans Login Button.

From the Titans Hub page, under the MySPC and Learning Resources box, select the Library Portal.

OR From My Courses, select the Library & Tutoring tab, then Library Services.

Now you have the Library's main page.

How do I choose reliable sources?

Evaluating Sources
Sources should be considered for currency, relevance, authority, accuracy, bias and purpose.

How do I cite a source?

Citation Help
This guide will provide you with the basics of APA, MLA, and CSE citations including sample papers, how to set up your research paper in Microsoft Word, and how to cite in-text sources.

How do I contact a librarian?

Ask a Librarian
Use the Ask a Librarian service to text, chat, or email with an SPC librarian without an appointment.
Schedule an Online Research Consultation
Use this service to schedule an online research consultation with your favorite librarian.
Contact Your Favorite Librarian
Use this guide to locate contact information for your favorite librarian.

How do I contact a tutor?

Schedule an Online Appointment
Use this service to schedule an online appointment with your favorite tutor.
Contact Your Favorite Tutor
Use this guide to locate contact information for your favorite tutor.
Tutor.com
Use this guide to learn about access to online tutoring.