Examples of what you can type into the Summon search box . . .
One word, a single phrase, place, name, etc.:
More complex keyword searches:
Do not use complete sentences. Only type the important keywords related to your topic.
Use the features under "Refine Your Results" to limit by date, subject, type of resource, etc.
You can often tell that you have a book review because it will list the citation information along with the ISBN and price at the very beginning.
The username and password to access databases from off campus is similar to what you use to access the PCC campus portal (myPittCC) and Moodle. For the username, use the first part of your myPittCC email address only. DO NOT include @my.pittcc.edu. The password is exactly the same as what you use to log in to the campus portal. Generic logins are available to community residents with PCC library cards, and others who are enrolled in or are affiliated with PCC programs and continuing education courses.