Not sure where to begin your research? Are you having difficulty navigating the library’s resources?
Get help from Ask A Librarian.
Books are important sources of basic information on a topic, providing necessary definitions, background information, and statistics. They can provide a foundation for research which can be supplemented by more current information from journal articles. Books also often contain useful bibliographies which may lead to additional research material. To locate books, use DELCAT, the Library catalog. You may also use WorldCat Local.
Sample subject terms that might be of use when searching DELCAT or WorldCat Local are:
| human mechanics | physical education, training |
| physical fitness | sports injuries, rehabilitation |
| sports, psychology | exercise therapy |
| muscle strength | biomechanics, movement |
| human anatomy | human physiology |
The UD Library uses the Library of Congress Classification System to arrange books and print journals on the shelves. This system uses letters and numbers to complete the Call Number. A call number is like an address: it tells us where the book is located in the library.
To find information on the following subjects see the designated call numbers:
| Subject | Call Number Ranges | Location |
| Physical Fitness Testing | GV 435 - GV 436 | 2nd Floor |
| Anatomy (muscle-skeletal) | QM 100 - QM 105 | 2nd Floor |
| Physiology/Kinesiology | QP 301 - QP 341 | 2nd Floor |
| Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy | RC 735 - RC 953.8 | Lower Level |
| Orthopedics | RD 680 - RD 795 | Lower Level |
| Physical Medicine | RM 695 - RM 950 | Lower Level |
| Chiropractic | RZ 201 - RZ 275 | Lower Level |
Books and other materials not held by the UD Library may be obtained by Interlibrary Loan. This service is available to UD faculty, students, and staff.
Requests may be submitted by going to Interlibrary Loan.