Facilities

The central Library of SRDCH spreads with 8943 sq. ft. and 280 seating capacity with Audio Visual Hall which plays an important role in supporting the academic programs of the Institution.  The central library is a repository of 1326 titles and 4696 copies of books, 1059 reference books and various collections of 13 National and 25 International journals on various specialties in dentistry. Copies of thesis and library dissertations of the post graduate students are also preserved in the library.

A semi-automated Library Management Software (ILMS), transforming itself into a digital library with access to many electronic journals, e-books and databases that serve as a strong self-learning resource. In addition, around 275 e-journal subscriptions (including Medical, Pharmacy, and Nursing E-Consortium) can be accessed through e-consortium of Tamil Nadu Dr.MGR University. The Institution insists the students to spend productive time in the library to upgrade them and to know newer trends in dentistry in order to inculcate the habit of self-directed learning. The library also serves as a place with pleasant ambience for the students to prepare during examinations. 

A dedicated team of employees work throughout the day for the benefit of the students. There is an established library committee that undertakes the responsibility of updating the research journals and textbooks annually as per the requirements of various departments. The Library is open from 8.00 am to 8.00pm on all working days. The facilities available are study hall, circulation, Xeroxing and internet and e-services. To help student’s access internet content, computer systems with high-speed internet facilities are freely accessible during the library hours. All the students and faculty have been given individual password access to the e-consortium of the TNMGR Medical University .The SRDCH library has Wi-Fi with smart controller to facilitate learning.