Welcome
Welcome to the library's research guide for Computer Engineering. We hope this guide will help you discover and use the wealth of information resources provided by the library. Librarians can assist you further, also. We hope to hear from you!
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Key Resources for Computer Engineering
Begin your research with articles and electronic books from these databases.
Find more under the tabs above.
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General Resources
Sample search:
"critical thinking" AND ("higher education" OR college*)
Select limiters (articles from scholarly publications, etc.) on results screen.
- Library Catalog Find books, ebooks, videos, sound recordings, government publications, whether the library has a particular serial (journal, magazine, or newspaper), and more. If you need articles on a topic, start instead with Databases A-Z or a relevant subject guide.
- Journals List
Check if the library has a particular journal, magazine, or newspaper online, or browse available serials by subject category. Follow Library Catalog links, if provided, for information on available paper or microfilm copies in the library. - Databases A-ZA complete list of the library's subscription research databases and selected free web databases. Identify journal articles and more in Academic Search Complete, Business Source Complete, ERIC, JSTOR, etc. If off-campus, you'll be prompted to authenticate with your name and library barcode number. If you have difficulties, please contact us.
- Resources by SubjectFind recommended databases, books, media, websites, and more, organized by subject pages or guides (Accounting, Anthropology, Art, etc.) and created by UHCL librarians.
Getting Started
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Finding Scholarly Articles on Your Topic:
- Step 1: Formulate an Effective Search Statement
(3:52) What works in Google doesn't work in most research databases. Tips on Boolean operators and wildcards, with a self-quiz. - Step 2: Access a Research Database on the Library Website (1:46)
- Step 3: Do an Initial Search, Critically Review Results, and Refine Search Terms (6:21)
- Step 4: Narrow or Broaden Your Results (6:01)
- Is an Article Available Online? (3:13)
Basic Search Tips for Most Catalogs and Databases
Find more (broaden your results) with OR and wildcards:
cat or cats or feline* [finds cat, cats, feline, or felines]
Find less (narrow your results) with AND:
dogs and obedience training
Find less with NOT:
toys not poodles
Find less by selecting limiters (peer-reviewed, date, etc.).
- Keys to Finding What You Need in Research Databases
- How-To Guides(for library databases and resources)
- Library Research Video Tutorials
- Research Tips
Subject Librarian |
 Karen Berrish Contact Info Questions, comments, and suggestions are welcome! To reach a librarian as soon as possible, see Ask a Librarian options. berrish@uhcl.edu 281-283-3919 Send Email Links: Profile & Guides |
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