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Article Databases

Start with one or more of these article databases:

Each database contains a variety of resources including scholarly journals, professional and trade magazines, news and the like.

For complementary suggestions, please visit the Facilities & the Built Environment Guide.

ABI Inform Trade and Industry
Contains industry reports and magazines. Canadian content. Learn to use ABI Inform

An Example of How to Reference a Trade Journal or Magazine Article in APA @ Conestoga Format

Crane, R. (2016, June 27). Why the Execution of an Idea is More Important than the Idea Itself. Advertising Age. Retrieved January 1, 2017, from ABI/Inform Trade & Industry database.

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An Example of How to Reference a Report in APA @ Conestoga Format

First Research. (2016). Beer, Wine & Distilled Spirits Wholesalers - Quarterly Update 2/15/2016. [Industry Report]. Retrieved January 1, 2017, from ABI/Inform Trade & Industry database.

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Art and Architecture Complete
Academic journals on architecture, graphic arts, interior design, photography, etc. Learn to Use Art & Architecture Complete
BuildingGreen
A site devoted to building design through a lens of sustainability. Contains authoritative information on progressive building design strategies, topics and issues.
Canadian Reference Centre
A collection magazines, newspapers, newswires and reference books including Architectural Design.
Emerald Insight - Property Management and Built Environment Collection
Contains academic journals on construction, property management, disaster resilience, and sustainable development.
Gardening, Landscape and Horticulture Collection
A small collection of academic journals and magazines focused on landscaping and horticulture. Learn to use Gardening, Landscape and Horticulture Collection

An Example of How to Reference an Academic Journal Article (with a DOI number) in APA @ Conestoga Format

Teixido, A.L., Barrio, M., & Valladares, F. (2016). Size Matters: Understanding the Conflict Faced by Large Flowers in Mediterranean Environments. The Botanical Review, 82(2), 204-228. http://dx.doi.org.eztest.ocls.ca/10.1007/s12229-016-9168-8

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An Example of How to Reference a Magazine or News Article in APA @ Conestoga Format

Tyler, L. (2016, July-August). How to Talk to Vegans About Honey. Countryside and Small Stock Journal. Retrieved January 1, 2017, from Gardening, Landscape and Horticulture Collection database.

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Home Improvement Collection
Magazines, both general interest and trade-based, for home improvement hobbyists and professionals. Learn to use Home Improvement Collection
Hospitality and Tourism Complete
Includes country and industry reports related to the tourism and hospitality industry, trade publications and academic journals. Learn to Use Hospitality & Tourism Complete
PressReader
Access 56 Design magazines such as Wallpaper, Architecture + Design, Interior Design and domus.

Looking for Open Access Journals?

Digital Commons Network: Architecture Open Access Journals
Search free scholarly articles from hundreds of universities and colleges worldwide.
Directory of Open Access Journals: Architecture
Directory of Open Access Journals: Building Construction

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Standards and Codes

Standards are developed by experts and these tell you how to do, test, or identify something. The Library contains many standards in print and online.

Techstreet Enterprise
Access standards from CSA, ICC, IEEE, ISO, and more. To request a standard we don't have, or if you have questions or technical difficulties, please email Carrie Barrett.

An Example of How to Reference a Standard in IEEE Format

[1] Standard for Wind Turbine Tower Elevators, CSA B44.8-16/ASME-A17.8-2016, 2016. Available: https://subscriptions-techstreet-com.eztest.ocls.ca/products/717531

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An Example of How to Reference a Standard in APA @ Conestoga Format

Canadian Standards Association Group. (2016). CSA B44.8-16/ASME-A17.8-2016 Standard for Wind Turbine Tower Elevators. [Standard]. Retrieved May 23, 2017 from Techstreet database.

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ASTM Standards & Digital Library
Technical standards for materials, products, systems, and services. New for 2019: also includes all manuals/monographs, technical papers, data series and journals.

An Example of How to Reference a Standard in IEEE Format

[1] Standard Test Methods for Absorption and Bulk Specific Gravity of Dimension Stone, ASTM C97/C97M-15, 2015. Available: https://www.astm.org/cgi-bin/resolver.cgi?C97C97M-15

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An Example of How to Reference a Standard in APA @ Conestoga Format

ASTM International. (2015). ASTM C97/C97M-15 Standard Test Methods for Absorption and Bulk Specific Gravity of Dimension Stone [Standard]. Retrieved May 23, 2017 from ASTM Compass database.

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WELL Building Standard v1
"WELL v1 offers a framework to help improve health and well-being for everyone that visits, works in, or experiences your building."
WELL v2 Pilot
"The next version of the WELL Building Standard"
Standards in Print
Search for standard you are interested in to see if we have a print copy.

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Federal Codes

National Building Code of Canada
Includes Structural Commentaries
Details the technical provisions for the design and construction of new buildings, as well as the alteration, change of use and demolition of existing buildings.

An Example of How to Reference a Standard in IEEE Format

[1] National Building Code of Canada Vol. 1, NRCC 56190, 2015. Available: http://codes-guides.nrc.ca.eztest.ocls.ca/start.aspx?lang=en

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National Research Council of Canada. (2015). National Building Code of Canada Vol. 1 (14th ed). [Code]. Retrieved May 23, 2017 from http://codes-guides.nrc.ca.eztest.ocls.ca/start.aspx?lang=en

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National Fire Code of Canada
Unable to access? Please email eResources support.

Details fire safety requirements for buildings, structures and areas where hazardous materials are used, and addresses fire protection and prevention in buildings and facilities.

An Example of How to Reference a Standard in APA @ Conestoga Format

National Research Council of Canada. (2015). National Fire Code of Canada (10th ed.). [Code]. Retrieved May 23, 2017 from http://codes-guides.nrc.ca/start.aspx?lang=en

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An Example of How to Reference a Standard in IEEE Format

[1] National Fire Code of Canada, NRCC 56192, 2015. Available: http://codes-guides.nrc.ca/start.aspx?lang=en

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National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings
Unable to access? Please email eResources support.

Sets out technical requirements for the energy efficient design and construction of new buildings.

An Example of How to Reference a Standard in IEEE Format

[1] National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings, NRCC 56191, 2015. Available: http://codes-guides.nrc.ca/start.aspx?lang=en

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An Example of How to Reference a Standard in APA @ Conestoga Format

National Research Council of Canada. (2015). National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings 2015 (3rd ed.). [Code]. Retrieved May 23, 2017 from http://codes-guides.nrc.ca/start.aspx?lang=en

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National Plumbing Code of Canada
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Details technical provisions for the design and installation of new plumbing systems and the extension, alteration and repair of existing plumbing systems.

An Example of How to Reference a Standard in IEEE Format

[1] National Plumbing Code of Canada, NRCC 56193, 2015. Available: http://codes-guides.nrc.ca/start.aspx?lang=en

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An Example of How to Reference a Standard in APA @ Conestoga Format

National Research Council of Canada. (2015). National Plumbing Code of Canada (10th ed.). [Code]. Retrieved May 23, 2017 from http://codes-guides.nrc.ca/start.aspx?lang=en

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Provincial Codes for Ontario

Ontario Building Code 2012
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Video Collections

The Library provides a wide variety of streaming videos, including documentaries and educational films. Search for the subject you are interested in, such as Architecture, Design, Structural Engineering, etc.

LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda.com)
Contains instructional videos exploring software, IT, design, technology and business skills. Achieve your personal and professional goals.
Films on Demand
340 streamed videos under Architecture .

An Example of How to Reference a Streaming Video from a Database in APA @ Conestoga Format

Caulfield, N. (Producer), & Wisniewski, L. (Producer & Director). (2003). Ethnic Fragmentation in Canada—The Power of Place: Geography for the 21st Century [Video file]. Retrieved January 1, 2017, from Films on Demand database.

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Kanopy
381 related videos found under the Architecture subject category.

An Example of How to Reference a Streaming Video from a Database in APA @ Conestoga Format

Matulich, J. (Producer), & St. John, T. (Director). (2004). The Stanford Video Guide to Negotiating [Video file]. Retrieved January 1, 2017, from Kanopy Streaming Service database.

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E-book Collections

Explore the full text of hundreds of thousands of books electronically, with 24/7 access wherever you have an internet connection.

Access Engineering
Contains engineering eBooks.
EBSCOhost eBook Collection
A large collection of eBooks on a range of topics. In addition to online viewing, many are downloadable. How to Download an EBSCO ebook

An Example of How to Reference an eBook in APA @ Conestoga Format

Boniwell, I. (2012). Positive Psychology In A Nutshell: The Science of Happiness (3rd ed.). Retrieved January 1, 2017, from EBSCOhost Ebook Collection database.

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An Example of How to Reference an Entry in a Dictionary or Encyclopedia in APA @ Conestoga Format

Anxiety Disorders. (2010). In N.A. Piotrowski (Ed.), Salem Health: Psychology and Mental Health. Retrieved January 1, 2017, from EBSCOhost Ebook Collection database.

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Image Collections

Search the Library's image collections for pictures of significant buildings or other structures. You can use these images in your reports and presentations, or easily post them to eConestoga.

Britannica ImageQuest
Contains millions of rights-cleared photos, graphics and images for educational use.

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