After the earthquakes on Friday December 23rd the CPIT campuses are closed until Wednesday January 11th. Please check the CPIT website for further updates.
Month: December 2011
Ngā mihi o te Kirihimete
Use Maori greetings on your holiday correspondence this year –
Ngā mihi o te Kirihimete
Christmas Greetings
Ngā mihi o te wā me te aroha nui, nā (ingoa)
Happy Christmas lots of love, from (name)
Ngā mihi o te wā me te Tau Hou
A Merry Christmas and Happy New Year
Ngā mihi mō te Kirihimete
Wishing you a very Happy Christmas
Ngā mihi o te Tau Hou
Happy New Year
Ngā mihi o te Tau Hou ki a koutou katoa
Wishing you all a very Happy New Year
Ngā mihi o te Tau Hou ki a kōrua
Wishing you both a very Happy New Year
On the first day of Christmas
My true love gave to me
A pukeko in a ponga tree …
From: A pukeko in a ponga tree : The twelve days of christmas.
(This book is on Level 2 of library at NC965IHA)
Christmas Crackers
Well it is almost here, hopefully you have finished all your shopping, and can sit back and relax.Catch up on some recent New Zealand fiction , or be inspired to cook something, or reclaim a craft, and start knitting.
Library staff recently took up knitting for the CPIT Christmas Mardi Gras party. The result was a Carmen Miranda tribute which has been on display in the Library. I had no idea knitting could be such a team sport.
Unbelievably, we did not win a prize, but we were up against stiff competition, and a good time was had by all.
If all else fails, and you are still struggling for xmas gift ideas, I read a recent blog that had some interesting suggestions, although I cannot recommend the library book idea!
The Library is closing at 1pm on Friday 23rd and will open again on the 4th Jan at 8am.
Happy holidays and best wishes for a bright new year. The City Plan heralds big changes as the city centre emerges from the cordon.
We look forward to working with staff and students next year.Travel safe, have fun, and see you back here in the new year.
Vet nursing – New resources – December 2011
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New books:
Baxter, R. (2011). Mini encyclopedia of dog health
Scanlan, N. (2011). Complementary medicine for veterinary technicians and nurses
The first complementary and holistic veterinary medicine reference written specifically for the veterinary health team. Organized by modality, the book provides veterinary technicians and nurses with the resources required to assist the veterinarian in complementary and holistic procedures, as well as educate clients on the increasingly popular treatment options.
Orpet, H. (2011). Handbook of veterinary nursing
Written in note form for quick reference by veterinary nurses and technicians at all stages of their training and career, this will be invaluable for both exam revision and quick reference in clinic.
New ebooks:
McIlwraith, C.W. (2011). Equine welfare
A rational exploration of the ethical and welfare issues in all areas of equine use. This book addresses controversial and emotive issues surrounding these iconic creatures, providing a reliable source of information to support informed debate. It will enable all those with an interest in horses and the uses they are put to gain an awareness of the problems and abuses that occur.
Weese, J.S. (2010). Companion Animal Zoonoses
Companion Animal Zoonoses is a comprehensive resource on diseases transmissible between animals and humans. Presenting detailed prevention and control strategies for zoonotic diseases, the book is an in-depth guide to practical information on the spread of disease between pet animals and humans.
Gill, D.W. (2008). Farriery The Whole Horse Concept
This thought-provoking reference bridges the gulf of understanding between owner, farrier and veterinary surgeon by discussing their shared knowledge concerning natural biomechanics, technique, and systems practiced.
Science – New resources – December 2011
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New books:
Moore, D.S. (2009). Introduction to the practice of statistics
Rayment, G.E. (2011). Soil chemical methods : Australasia
The methods include sampling and sample preparation, measuring electrical conductivity and pH. Soil analysis includes chloride, carbon, nitrogen, phosporous, sulphur, potassium and carbonates as well as saturation extracts, ion exchange properties and lime requirements. The manual is aimed at practising chemists, analysts and laboratory technicians.
Kramer, S. (2001). Hidden worlds : looking through a scientist’s microscope
Krebs, R.E. (2006). The history and use of our earth’s chemical elements : a reference guide
Understanding the periodic table of chemical elements is critical for success in the chemistry classroom and laboratory. In today’s classroom, students not only need to understand the properties of the chemical elements, but how these elements play such an integral role in industry, the earth and the environment, and in modern life. This book provides an ideal introduction, with extensive new and updated examples on the use of the chemical elements.
New ebooks:
Modern and professional communication is required to realise the goal of sustainability in society. This book develops a theoretical and empirical framework, integrating interdisciplinary perspectives from communications theory, psychology, sociology, educational sciences, systems theory and constructivism. Its aim is to inform the establishment of sustainability communication. The book addresses the scientific community and students as well as communicators in all categories of sustainability communication.
Designing for Christchurch
This week CPIT hosts projects featuring ideas for Christchurch by students of Victoria University’s School of Architecture.The projects will be on display in the Rakaia Atrium at CPIT from December 8 – 16.
These projects are the work of 4th year Architectural Studies Masters students who were in Christchurch earlier this year.
As part of their studio project they worked with selected Architectural practices from Christchurch, Wellington and Melbourne. Some of the project ideas are ‘Gap Fillers’ around the city. All the ideas provide a vision of what could be…..
- Designing for Christchurch
Library closing for Mardi Gras
CPIT is closing at 2pm today – Friday December 9th – for the staff christmas Mardi Gras
Photos to follow !
The Library will open again on Monday morning at 8am
Nursing – New resources – December 2011
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New books:
Radford, M. (2011). Preoperative assessment and perioperative management
This book covers a range of perioperative concepts centrally related to pre operative assessment and development of a perioperative management system. It includes clinical chapters concentrating on core and specialist skills for patient preparation and safety, plus clinically topics considered for special consideration such as the elderly and high risk patient.
Wittmann-Price, R.A. (2012). Maternal-child nursing test success : an unfolding case study review
Based on a philosophy of active learning, this innovative and refreshing study aid is designed to help students learn the fundamentals of maternal-child nursing through unfolding case studies. Nursing content is woven into vivid case vignettes that evolve over time, thus engaging students and helping them develop critical thinking and clinical decision-making skills. The text also serves as a comprehensive workbook for students preparing for the NCLEX-RN
Nursing outcomes indicators: a shared project with the Canadian Nurses Association (2011)
Borbasi, S. (2012). Navigating the maze of nursing research
The ideal tool for nursing students in Australia and New Zealand learning how to access, evaluate and apply research findings in everyday clinical practice at an introductory level.
New ebooks:
Bussell, G. (2011). PCOS For Dummies
Practical advice and information for living with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a condition in which there is an imbalance of a woman’s female sex hormones, and affects an estimated 10% of all women. This hormone imbalance may cause changes in the menstrual cycle, acne, small cysts in the ovaries, difficulty conceiving, high blood pressure, and other problems
Lewis, V. (2007). Reproductive endocrinology and infertility
Shoupe, D. (2006). The handbook of contraception: a guide for practical management
This book reviews the currently available forms of contraception, including new delivery systems such as the patch and vaginal ring, new formulation oral contraceptive pills, and the extended cycle regimen, as well as the more established methods. A superb reference for the primary care clinician, this easy-to-read text discusses the practical aspects of each method as related to administration issues, failure rates, side effects, contraindications, and special considerations.
Midwifery – New Resources – December 2011
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New ebooks :
Reuwer, P. (2009). Proactive support of labor : the challenge of normal childbirth
Proactive Support of Labor enhances professional labor and delivery skills by providing the expertise for preventing prolonged labor which is the root-cause of women’s dissatisfaction with the experience of childbirth. Step-by-step, evidence-based guidance on good practice during labor is given, including fetal and maternal monitoring, pain relief, and the prevention and timely correction of everyday labor disorders.
Warren, R. (2009). Best practice in labour and delivery
An understanding of when and how to intervene is the key to good obstetric care. This textbook is an encompassing reference covering all the essential information relating to childbirth; it offers clear practical guidance on all aspects of labour and delivery. Written by well-known leading experts, each chapter offers a modern authoritative review of best practice.
New books:
Simkins, G. (2011). Into these hands : wisdom from midwives
A complete view of midwifery including history, health care, benefits vs. hospital births. The women who share these stories are more than mid-wives they are visionaries, revolutionaries, healers and heroes.
The perfect balance of maternal and child nursing care in a new textbook conceived and written to be a combination textbook! An extensive review by nursing educators ensures that it offers just the right depth and breadth of coverage for students in today’s maternity/pediatric courses essentially the same as the 2009 edition which won the AJN Book of the Year in 2009.
Boyle, M. (2011). Emergencies around childbirth: a handbook for midwives
The revised and updated Second Edition of Emergencies Around Childbirth continues to provide an easy-to access resource for practising midwives. It will enhance the confidence, knowledge and skills needed to perform effectively in urgent or emergency situations that can occur in a hospital, at a birth centre or at home. It builds on feedback the authors received from practicing midwives on the First Edition, expanding the areas found to be especially useful and informative.
Medforth, J. (2011). Oxford handbook of midwifery
Fully revised and updated to include the most up-to-date guidelines, references and resources, this new edition of the bestselling Oxford Handbook of Midwifery provides a concise and logical approach to midwifery practice in all its varied care settings. Giving a complete picture of the role of the midwife, the handbook reflects the mother’s journey through conception, pregnancy and birth to the final postnatal examination of mother and baby.
PITCH Fashion
Come along to the Rakaia Centre on Saturday night to witness the talent and skills of CPIT fashion students in PITCH 2011.
Two shows – 7pm and 9pm on Saturday 3rd December – showcase the work of first, second, and third year students, and provides the opportunity to see the work of young CPIT designers who go on to make a difference in the world of fashion.
Earlier this year Georgia Currie won the WestPac Young Designer Award during New Zealand Fashion Week 2011.
Check out the Library’s Fashion Subject Guide to see what is new in the collection, and where to find relevant books and journals.
Recent additions to the collection include:
Black, S. (2011). Eco-chic: the fashion paradox
Jeffrey, M. & Evans, N. (2011). Costing for the fashion industry
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