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CHEE 101: Tools for Chemical Engineering - Library Assignment

Faculty: Dr. Evans

How do I Find a Specific Article?

Do you know where the Article is (what journal, conference, volume, pages, etc.)?

1. Use Library Search
Pro-tip: Login with your university account/password to maximize options.

For journals, use a title search (exact title) opens new wi
For conferences, use a keyword search opens new window
Pay attention to the volumes and years that we have. For more assistance, please contact the library.

2. Need a Specific Article that Can't be Downloaded AND is not in our Library?

InterLibrary Loan
Use when you need a reference and you can't access it through UA Libraries.

Very Useful Links

Royal Society of Chemistry; How to read a research article
This is an excellent 3 page guide on how to read and understand journal articles.

Google Scholar

Access library resources through Google Scholar including peer-reviewed journal articles, theses, books, abstracts and more.

MSDS FAQ
Introduction to the MSDS, how to read them, and links to finding them online.
Hazardous Chemical Database (MSDS)
MSDS service provided by the University of Akron Health and Safety Department. Login with "guest" and leave password blank.
You need to be on-campus, or use the Akron VPN, to use this resource.

Last Updated: Sep 2, 2025 11:53 AM
URL: https://libguides.uakron.edu/ChemEngLibTools
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Subjects: Chemical Engineering

Tags: 4200:101, chemical & biomolecular engineering, course guide