AAEL Collection Features

This webpage showcases various parts of our collections here at the Art, Architecture & Engineering Library. Enjoy!

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Monthly Theme Table | CVGA | Electronic Resource | Artist Book | Imageworks

	Monthly Theme Table Iron & Steel Every month AAEL features a different part of the collection. Check out the table on the 2nd floor of the Duderstadt Center in front of the Reserves Desk to see books and DVDs related to this month's theme. And yes, items on the theme table can be checked out!
	CVGA Game Soundtracks Did you know that the Computer & Video Game Archive collects game soundtracks in addition to the games themselves? In fact, there is a class being taught in the Fall of this year (MUSPERF 300 – Video Game Music) that will utilize our growing soundtrack collection. Some examples that we currently have available include The Last Story (Wii), Hyperdimension Neptunia Victory (PlayStation 3) and Soul Calibur V (PlayStation 3). Be sure to check them out for yourself! Visit the CVGA in the basement of the Duderstadt to try our games, and check out our blog to find out what other new games we're constantly adding to the collection!
	Electronic Resource BCC Research BCC Research provides access to thousands of market research reports and market forecasting in advanced materials, biotechnology, chemicals, energy, healthcare, sensors, plastics, nanotechnology, and other emerging technologies. Over 250 research reports are published annually. Check it out!
	Artist Book Leavings by Julie Chen Colophon: "Leavings was designed and produced by Julie Chen in an edition of 100 copies. Printed letterpress from polymer plates on a variety of papers, this book also includes a collage of found images, objects and printed matter. The edition was printed by Julie Chen and bound by Christine Rolik and Julie Chen" AAEL Special Collections houses a unique collection of artists' books. For more information about artists' books and to browse an online version of the collection, please visit the following URL: http://sitemaker.umich.edu/artistsbooks. If you are interested in visiting this collection, please contact Annette Haines for an appointment.
	Imageworks How Stuff Works Interested in materials? Imageworks has 3 fast-paced videos addressing the essential ones of Aluminum, Steel, and Timber. The 40 minute DVDs cover these construction elements from raw material to finished product, and look at traditional and innovative ways the stuff has manipulated and used. Check it out! Visit Imageworks for more information about audio-visual and image materials.