To access the database, point your browser to: CSA Illustrata: Natural Sciences

CSA Illustrata: Natural Sciences: is the first in a series of CSA Illustrata databases of searchable tables, figures, graphs, charts and other illustrations from the scholarly research and technical literature.

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To access the database, point your browser to: ProQuest Central

ProQuest Central: is the largest multidisciplinary database with over 11,000 titles, with over 8,000 titles in full-text. It serves as the central resource for researchers at all levels in all markets. Over 160 subjects areas are covered extensively in this product including business and economics, health and medical, news and world affairs, technology, social sciences and more.

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To access the database, point your browser to: CAMIO — OCLC's Catalog of Art Museum Images Online
Authorization #: 100 334 408
Password: trial4u

CAMIO — OCLC's Catalog of Art Museum Images Online is a growing online collection documenting works of art from around the world, representing the collections of prominent museums. CAMIO highlights the creative output of cultures around the world, from prehistoric to contemporary times, and covering the complete range of expressive forms.

CAMIO is licensed for use by students, faculty, and researchers at subscribing institutions. Works of art may be used for educational and research purposes during the term of the subscription, if they are properly credited. Images may not be published or otherwise distributed.

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To access the database, point your browser to: International Building Code / 2006
username: syr (case sensitive)
password: madcad (case sensitive)

The 2006 ICC International Building Code addresses the design and installation of building systems through requirements that emphasize performance. Fully compatible with all the International Codes, the 2006 Edition provides up-to-date, comprehensive coverage that establishes minimum regulations for building systems using prescriptive- and performance-related provisions. Content is founded on broad-based principles that make possible the use of materials and building designs. Structural as well as fire- and life-safety provisions covering seismic, wind, accessibility, egress, occupancy, roofs, and more are included. The publisher, MAD CAD, is a state-of-the-art subscription based reference database online, containing building codes, knowledge-based design solutions and, guidelines to meet the codes. MAD CAD provides access to cross-referenced collections of building, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire, and maintenance codes from BOCA, SBCCI, ICBO, ICC, and NFPA.

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To access the database, point your browser to: New York State Building Code / 2007
Username: nyevaluation (case sensitive)
Password: madcad (case sensitive)

New York State Building Code / 2007 is based on the 2003 International Building Code and features time-tested safety concepts, updated means of egress and interior finish requirements, comprehensive roof provisions, seismic engineering provisions, innovative construction technology, revamped structural provisions, reorganized occupancy classifications, and the latest industry standards in material design. The publisher, MAD CAD, is a state-of-the-art subscription based reference database online, containing building codes, knowledge-based design solutions and, guidelines to meet the codes. MAD CAD provides access to cross-referenced collections of building, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire, and maintenance codes from BOCA, SBCCI, ICBO, ICC, and NFPA.

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To access the database, point your browser to: Dictionary of Economics Online
Username: syracusen
Password: explz6
Please note: On-campus users may not need the username/password

Palgrave Dictionary of Economics Online: contains the full text of the 8 volume print edition. In addition, the online Dictionary is a dynamic resource for economists which:

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To access the database, point your browser to: Oxford Scholarship Online

Oxford Scholarship Online is a groundbreaking online resource, combining OUP's core scholarly books in thirteen subject areas: Economics/Finance, Political Science, Religion, Philosophy, Literature, History, Classics, Psychology, Linguistics, Physics, Mathematics, Biology, and Business/Management. The latest update brings the total number of scholarly monographs available in this cross-indexed, fully searchable database to 1,973. And on top of its redesigned, sharper look, Oxford Scholarship Online continues to offer the same outstanding functionality and content: sophisticated search capabilities, keywords and abstracts on the book and chapter level, DOIs, OpenURL support, extensive reference linking from bibliographies and footnotes, and much more!

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To access the database, point your browser to: Mental Measurements Yearbook

Mental Measurements Yearbook provides users with a comprehensive guide to over 2,000 contemporary testing instruments. Designed for an audience ranging from novice test consumers to experienced professionals, the MMY series contains information essential for a complete evaluation of test products within such diverse areas as psychology, education, business, and leadership. All MMY entries contain descriptive information (e.g., test purpose, publisher, pricing) and edited review(s) written by leading content area experts. To be included in the MMY, a test must be commercially available, be published in the English language, and be new or revised since it last appeared in the series. First published by Oscar K. Buros, the MMY series allows users to make knowledgeable judgments and informed selection decisions about the increasingly complex world of testing. MMY provides coverage from Volume 9 to the present.

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To access the database, point your browser to: Tests in Print (TIP)

Tests in Print (TIP) serves as a comprehensive bibliography to all known commercially available tests that are currently in print in the English language. TIP provides vital information to users including test purpose, test publisher, in-print status, price, test acronym, intended test population, administration times, publication date(s), and test author(s). A score index permits users to identify what is being measured by each test. Tests in Print also guides readers to critical, candid test reviews published in the Mental Measurements Yearbook (MMY) series. Tests in Print is an indispensable reference for professionals (including such areas as education, psychology, business) as well as anyone interested in the critical issues of tests and testing.

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